Brow / Forehead Lift

Following surgery

The first two weeks after your surgery, you will need to rest and take it easy.

• Keep your head elevated for several days.
• Take your antibiotics on time to avoid infection.
• Use cold compresses to keep swelling and bruising to a minimum.

Any discomfort should be alleviated by your prescribed pain medication if you have excessive pain, redness, pus or other symptoms that do not appear normal, contact your surgeon immediately.

Your forehead will look even more swollen in the first 3 days. There may be a lot of bruising, but this will go away, as well. Bruising and swelling are a normal occurrence in most surgeries, as they are part of the natural healing process.

Your stitches will be removed after 7 days. Your scalp takes longer to heal. It will be numb - don't be afraid or worried, this is quiet normal, remember your nerves and all have been partially separated from their source.

The following weeks

Even though you may feel better, you must take it easy for the first 3 weeks.

• Be careful not to bend over or lift heavy objects.
• Do not raise your blood pressure for at least 3 weeks as this could cause internal bleeding at your treatment area.
• Do not participate in contact sports for at least 6 to 8 weeks, although ask your surgeon what he recommends specifically.
• Please continue to avoid alcohol and aspirin containing products for a few weeks as this could cause bleeding. Also you are going to be bruised and swollen for quite some time.

Gradually you will notice a change in your eyebrow's appearance, odd sensations of tightness, tingling, the sporadic sharp pain, or pulling, burning, and cold sensations. These usually subside within the first few weeks. Your swelling will fade away as well, revealing a more rejuvenated appearance.