A forehead lift, or browlift is a surgical procedure that restores a more youthful, refreshed look to the area above the eyes. The procedure is designed to correct drooping brows and improve the horizontal lines and furrows that can make a person appear sad, tired or mad. Often times a forehead lift may be performed in conjunction with a facelift. There are multiple reasons people chose to undergo a forehead lift, including:
To enhance their appearance and self-confidence.
To better match their outward appearance with how they feel physically or emotionally.
To restore their original facial features and make them appear more rested.
Surgical Candidates
Good physical and mental health.
Maintain realistic goals for surgical results.
Procedure
Performed under anesthesia within a hospital or surgery center.
Patients may spend one night within the hospital or overnight center, or may even go home the day of surgery.
The procedure involves removing or altering the muscles and tissues of the forehead that cause the furrowing or drooping, resulting in a smoother forehead. This also raises the eyebrows and minimizes frown lines.
Incisions are small and along hairline.
After Surgery
Oral pain medications are prescribed to control discomfort following surgery.
The following medications are also prescribed to assist in your recovery:
Antibiotics, ibuprofen and stool softener.
The doctor or her assistant will visit with the patient one to two days after surgery.
It is imperative to avoid any strenuous activity for 4-6 weeks, but may resume non-strenuous work with 2-3 weeks.
Dr. Burgess will follow your healing process closely throughout the weeks and months following surgery.
Traveling far distances is not recommended in the first month following surgery.
Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Elisa A. Burgess specializes in Lake Oswego face lift as well as eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), liposuction, tummy tuck and breast augmentation. She serves the entire northwest Portland / Vancouver metro area and beyond.
