Nonsurgical BTX-A brow lift can be performed under topical anesthesia and is a lunchtime procedure in that you have it done and carry on with your work. The results are apparent within a week but are temporary, and the procedure needs to be revised every 3-6 monthly. Surgical brow lifts are also usually day care procedures and are performed under monitored anesthesia. If the general health of patient is fine he/she may be discharged on the same evening of surgery.