Forehead Lift Surgery
What is Forehead Lifting?
Forehead lifting, also known as a brow lift, is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to remove wrinkles, sagging, and lines in the forehead area. This procedure results in a firmer, lifted, and more youthful appearance by eliminating wrinkles caused by aging.
How is Forehead Lift Surgery Performed?
Forehead lift surgery can be performed using two primary techniques:
- Open Surgery Technique: A 5-7 cm incision is made on the forehead, typically hidden within the hairline. Excess skin is removed, and the underlying muscles and fat tissue are tightened and lifted upwards.
- Endoscopic Methods: This less invasive technique involves making 2-3 small incisions in the forehead area. An endoscope (a small camera) is inserted through these incisions to guide the surgery. The skin is lifted with surgical instruments, excess skin is removed, and the muscles and fat tissues are stretched and lifted.
Who Can Have a Forehead Lift Procedure?
Forehead lift procedures are suitable for individuals with wrinkles, sagging, and lines in the forehead area. It is also beneficial for those who have a sad or tired expression due to sagging in the forehead area.
What are the Forehead Lift Techniques?
- Open Surgery Technique: This is the most commonly used method and provides more effective results by allowing more skin to be removed.
- Endoscopic Methods: This less invasive technique has a shorter postoperative recovery time due to smaller incisions. However, the results may be less permanent compared to the open surgical technique.
How Long Does a Forehead Lift Procedure Take?
The forehead lift procedure typically takes 1-2 hours. An overnight stay in the hospital may be necessary following the operation.
Pre-Procedure Considerations for Forehead Lift Surgery
- Inform your doctor about your complete medical history, including chronic diseases, past illnesses, genetic conditions, and any medications you are currently taking.
- If you are using blood thinners or any other medications, inform your doctor and stop taking them one week before the surgery under medical supervision.
- Stop smoking and alcohol consumption 7-8 days before the operation.
Post-Procedure Care for Forehead Lift Surgery
- Keep your head elevated for the first 24 hours after surgery.
- Avoid heavy lifting for the first week post-surgery.
- Use prescribed medications regularly as directed by your doctor.
- You may need to stay under observation in the hospital for one night if deemed necessary by your doctor.
- Avoid contact with water on the operated area for 4-5 days.
- Reduce or stop smoking for at least 15 days, as nicotine can slow down the healing process.
- Avoid sports and strenuous activities until your doctor advises otherwise.
By adhering to these guidelines, patients can ensure a smooth recovery and achieve the best possible results from their forehead lift surgery.
Treatment Summary
Inclusive Package
Hotel, Transfer, Assistance
Operation Duration
1-8 Hours
Anesthesia
General Anesthesia
Stay Duration
5-10 days
Frequently Asked Questions
Forehead lifting, also known as a brow lift, is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to remove wrinkles, sagging, and lines in the forehead area, resulting in a firmer and more youthful appearance.
Ideal candidates are individuals with wrinkles, sagging, and lines in the forehead area or those with a sad or tired expression due to sagging in the forehead area.
Forehead lift surgery can be performed using two techniques: open surgery, which involves a 5-7 cm incision to remove excess skin and tighten muscles, and endoscopic methods, which use small incisions and an endoscope to lift and tighten the skin.
Open surgery allows for more skin to be removed and provides more effective results, while endoscopic methods are less invasive, have a shorter recovery time, but may be less permanent.
The procedure typically takes 1-2 hours. An overnight stay in the hospital may be necessary for observation after the operation.
Inform your doctor about your complete medical history, stop taking blood thinners one week before the surgery, and cease smoking and alcohol consumption 7-8 days prior to the operation.
Patients should keep their head elevated for the first 24 hours, avoid heavy lifting for the first week, use prescribed medications, avoid contact with water on the operated area for 4-5 days, and refrain from smoking and strenuous activities.
As with any surgery, there are risks such as infection, scarring, and adverse reactions to anesthesia. However, these risks can be minimized by choosing a skilled surgeon and following post-operative care instructions.
The results of a forehead lift are long-lasting, but the natural aging process will continue. Patients may choose to have additional procedures in the future to maintain their results.
Yes, forehead lift surgery can be combined with other facial rejuvenation procedures, such as eyelid surgery or a facelift, to achieve more comprehensive results.