Is a surgical procedure that improves the horizontal forehead lines and furrows, glabella creases and drooping of the brow itself, to restore a more youthful, refreshed look above the eyes. Particularly if an Upper Blepharoplasty is not the answer.
Best Candidates
- Men and women who have developed furrows or frown lines and/or a drooping brow
Hospital Consultation
During your consult with the surgeon at the Hospital the surgeon will review your medical history and examine your facial structure and skin discuss with you and then determine the best procedure and method for you. It is important to understand those individuals who are bald/receding or high hairlines, may not be optimal candidates for this procedure. However, your physician may be able to use a different surgical technique in order to achieve the desired results. (Men and Women over 55 years may have to undergo a pre-surgery laboratory tests).
Procedure
An incision is made that extends from ear to ear around the coronal region of the head. This procedure usually removes loose, excess skin, as well as disrupting muscle activity and function. The skin of the forehead is lifted so that the underlying tissue can be removed and the muscles of the forehead can be altered, or released.
Endoscopic Surgery - an incision above the ear and three smaller incisions are required running vertically across the upper forehead behind the hairline. An endoscope is inserted through one of the incisions, allowing the surgeon to have a clear view of the muscles and tissues beneath the skin.
Time: 1 - 2 hours (depending on extent of work to be done and if other facial procedures are done in conjunction)
Anaesthesia: Local or General
Hospitalisation: 1 Night
Time Away: Allow for at least 10 days in Thailand for appointment, surgery, recovery, post op care, checkup/s and followup/s
Pre Surgery Care
- Avoid all prescribed and over the counter medications (unless specified by your Medical Practitioner), aspirin including: vitamins, herbs, supplements, red wine and smoking for at least 2 weeks prior to surgery. Panadol is acceptable
- Plan to have enough time off for surgery and recovery particularly if other procedures are incorporated
Post Surgery & Care
- Follow your surgeons post surgical instructions
- Pain is dependent upon the extent of work done and your general health and wellbeing. Every individual is unique and will have different recovery rates and pain thresholds. Pain medication and antibiotics are prescribed
- Dressings removed within 1 - 2 days , Stitches or clips will be removed 5 - 7 days
- Keep head elevated for 2 - 3 days after surgery
- Avoid initially and then limit exposure to; any steam, saunas etc, swimming and soaking and direct exposure to sunlight the surgical sites, for several months to achieve the best possible scar results
Recovery time
- Bruising and swelling: 2 - 3 weeks
- Regular Activities: 2 - 3 weeks
- Strenuous activity: 4 - 5 weeks
Results
A youthful, refreshed and smoother look. |
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