Forehead Lift
Procedure
- Done on an outpatient basis and under general anesthesia, the forehead lift is accomplished by placing several short incisions in the hairline.
- The operation is performed using an endoscope, a narrow hollow instrument with a fiber- optic light source and camera.
- The forehead is lifted and repositioned while the muscles that cause the frown lines are weakened.
Healing Process
- After a forehead lift, the patient goes home with a head wrap dressing, which is removed on the first or second day after surgery.
- Initial discomfort is easily controlled using oral medication.
- Sutures or staples are removed within 10 days.
- The majority of swelling and bruising is typically gone in 7 to 10 days.
Additional Enhancement
- Procedures including lower and/or upper eyelid lift, facelift, or other facial procedures or implants will enhance the outcome of your cosmetic surgery.
Candidates
- Individuals with a sagging forehead or brows that hang too low and too close to the eyes may want to consider a forehead lift.
- Persons with deep vertical furrows between the eyebrows are also prime candidates for a forehead lift.
Intended Results
- A more youthful and rested appearance in the forehead and upper eyelids is achieved through a forehead lift.
Insurance Guidelines
- Because a forehead lift is cosmetic surgery, it is not covered by insurance. The patient is entirely responsible for payment.
Note: The specific risks and suitability of this procedure for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are rare.
To make an appointment for your initial consultation, call Lewisburg Plastic Surgery today (570) 524-7777.