Forehead Surgery

Also known as: forehead reduction surgery, hairline lowering surgery, hairline advancement surgery, frontal hairline lowering, forehead contouring surgery, frontal bossing reduction, frontal bone contouring, forehead reshaping surgery

Cosmetic Surgery

AI Aesthetician Summary

1. What Is Forehead Surgery?

Forehead surgery encompasses two primary procedures: forehead/brow lift and forehead reduction surgery. A forehead lift (also called brow lift) is a surgical procedure that corrects sagging of the forehead skin, eyebrows, and upper eyelids while improving forehead wri...

Treatment Details

Targets

Concerns:Hooded Eyes Sagging Skin Frown Lines

Areas:Forehead

Tissues:Skin (Epidermis, Dermis), Muscle/SMAS, Subcutaneous Fat

Longevity:Permanent

How it Works

Duration:120 minutes

Anesthesia:General Anesthesia

Pain Level:Moderate

Techniques:Surgical

Session Notes:Pre-operative assessment should include medical history, medication review, and smoking cessation advice. Discuss incision approach (endoscopic vs open) and realistic expectations regarding brow position and scarring. Ensure informed consent about risks and recovery timeline. Arrange for someone to accompany the patient home after general anesthesia.

Post Treatment

Downtime:14 days

Risks:Potential risks include infection, bleeding or hematoma, noticeable scarring, temporary or permanent nerve injury resulting in numbness or weakness of forehead/eyebrow movement, asymmetry, hairline changes, and poor wound healing. General anesthesia carries its own systemic risks.

Additional Information

Invasiveness:Surgical

Specialty:Medical Spa

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