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Procedure: Forehead Lift (Classic)
Useful information for patients on Forehead Lift (Classic) procedures - regaining a youthful look of the forehead and brows.
This procedure corrects forehead ageing, characterised by forehead creases, drooping eyebrows, hooding over the eyes, a furrowed forehead, and frown lines. The incision is generally hidden along behind or along the hairline on the level of one ear to the other ear. With a gentle pull of the skin and tissue, followed by removal of excess skin and tissue with muscle adjustments, the incision is closed with a younger look of the forehead. Some people may be adequate in suspension sutures and no removal of tissues. Preparation may include a detailed history of medical history and medications, physical examination, smoking cessation, antiplatelet and anticoagulant withdrawal for about one week before surgery.
Useful Information
Ensure you consider all aspects of a procedure. You can speak to your surgeon about these areas of the surgery in more detail during a consultation.
Length
The procedure approximately takes between two to three hours.
Anesthesia
General anesthesia, intravenous sedation, are local anesthesia are options.
Inpatient/Outpatient
This is most often an outpatient procedure.
Additional Information
Several conditions may apply after the procedure:
- Temporary swelling and bruising
- Numbness (temporary)
- Itching
- Headaches
- Hair loss
- Hematoma (blood collection under tissues)
- Infection
- Contour irregularities
- Abnormal scars
- Loss of sensation
- Nerve injury with loss of sensation or muscle weakness
- Asymmetrical look
- Reoperation
A thin tube may be inserted for one to two days to drain the excess blood or fluid. A light pressure dressing on the head will be applied for several days after the surgery. Avoid showering for the first 2-3 days. Patients should sleep with their head up for a couple of nights. Stitches may be removed after 7-10 days of surgery. The resolution of bruising and swelling may vary up until 2 weeks. It takes about 7-10 days for a full recovery and return to work. Strenuous activity should be discontinued until at least 3 weeks after the surgery. Sun exposure should be limited to avoid hyperpigmentation during the first three to six months after the procedure.
Immediate results can be seen postoperatively, but some patients may see the best results in 1-3 weeks. Patients should pay attention to the instructions after surgery for maximum results. Long-term results usually are permanent.