FOREHEAD CONTOURING & BROW SUPPORT

• Clinic: Eleventh Heaven — 37 Doggett Street, Teneriffe QLD 4005 (Brisbane)

• Service: Doctor-led forehead volume restoration & structural brow support

• Indications: Flat/concave forehead, prominent brow ridge (bossing), heavy or dropping eyebrows, deep horizontal shadow lines (assessment required)

• Procedure Length: Typically 30–45 minutes

• Visible Healing: Many patients resume normal activities immediately; minor swelling or a mild “pressure” sensation for 1–3 days

• Next Step: Doctor-led consultation to map facial anatomy, assess suitability, and discuss treatment pathways

“A youthful forehead captures the light in a single, unbroken curve.”

When we look at facial aging, we often fixate on wrinkles, completely missing the underlying structural changes. As we age, the skull itself changes shape. The bone of the forehead recedes, and fat pads diminish, turning a smooth, convex surface into a flat or shadowed contour.

At Eleventh Heaven, we approach the upper face through the lens of Architectural Medicine. Forehead contouring is not about simply “filling lines”—it is about re-establishing the underlying skeletal volume.

Led by Dr Ricky Sia, this advanced procedure softens harsh brow ridges and restores the vital structural anchor needed to support and lift a heavy, dropping brow.

The forehead makes up a full third of your facial proportions. When its underlying architecture shifts, it impacts the entire expression.

1. The Loss of Convexity

A youthful forehead resembles a gentle, curved dome that reflects light smoothly. With age and bone resorption, this dome flattens. In advanced stages, it can even become concave, casting shadows that make the face look fatigued.

2. The Prominent Brow Ridge (“Bossing”)

As forehead volume shrinks, the underlying bone above the eyebrows (the supraorbital ridge) becomes starkly visible. This creates a “ledge” effect or a harsh shadow directly above the eyes, which can inadvertently create a stern, masculine, or angry expression.

3. The Collapsing Brow Anchor

The forehead volume acts as a suspension system for the eyebrows. When this volume deflates, the brow loses its support and physically drops downward (ptosis), contributing to heavy, hooded eyelids.

The forehead is a highly complex, vascular area requiring an advanced understanding of facial planes. We utilise a doctor-led, safety-first protocol.

• Step 1: Deep Structural Placement: We bypass the superficial skin layers, placing structural support deep onto the bone (the periosteum). This mimics the lost skeletal volume, recreating the smooth curve without looking “puffy.”

• Step 2: The Soft Transition: Precision blending is critical. Dr Ricky ensures the restored volume transitions seamlessly into the temples and down toward the brow bone, softening the “ledge” effect.

• Step 3: The Safety Layer: The upper face contains critical vascular networks. Dr Ricky utilises ultrasound guidance when indicated, alongside blunt-tipped cannulas, to meticulously map and avoid blood vessels, maintaining the highest standard of medical safety.

Forehead contouring is often combined with temple restoration for comprehensive upper-face harmony.

Often Considered For:

• The “Heavy Eye”: Patients who feel their brow has dropped and is crowding their eyelids, creating a tired look.

• The Stern Expression: Those who notice a harsh shadow or bony ridge developing directly above their eyebrows.

• Profile Balancing: Patients seeking a softer, more feminine side-profile with a gentle forehead curve rather than a flat slope.

We prioritise medical safety above aesthetics. All cosmetic procedures carry risks that must be carefully considered.

Common Side Effects

• Swelling & Bruising: Minor swelling is common and may occasionally travel down toward the eyes due to gravity before settling.

• Tenderness: A feeling of tightness or a dull ache in the forehead for a few days.

Rare but Serious Risks

• Vascular Occlusion: The forehead contains major arteries. This is an advanced procedure that requires a highly trained medical professional. Dr Ricky carries all necessary reversal protocols and emergency equipment on-site.

• Infection: Strict sterile techniques are maintained to minimise this risk.

Any cosmetic or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Individual results vary; no outcome is guaranteed.

Located discreetly at 37 Doggett Street, Teneriffe QLD 4005, Eleventh Heaven is a premium destination for doctor-led facial restoration. We welcome local patients from Newstead, New Farm, Fortitude Valley, and the Brisbane CBD, as well as those travelling privately from the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and Byron Bay.