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Who is the candidate?
Forehead lift or brow lift is recommended for people above 40 years old who start having the frown lines or wrinkles on forehead. Forehead lift aims to restore a more youthful look by tightening skin and eliminate wrinkles around forehead area.
How long should I stay in Thailand for Forehead Lift Surgery?
A patient should stay in Thailand at least 10-14 days to complete a whole process. On an arrival day in Thailand, a patient should stay in a hotel to relax from a long flight and have a surgery on the following day. Forehead lift will require 1 night stay in the hospital. Post operative check up and stitches removal will be done 7 days after the surgery.
How is surgery performed?
Forehead lift will be done under General Anesthesia and takes 1-2 hours average. The incision is made starting in the hairline at the temple area, brought in front of the ear and looping behind the ear lobe. Our surgeons are certified by national certified board. They also are well-trained both in Thailand and abroad.
Will anesthesia be used?
Yes, forehead lift is performed under General Anesthesia
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What is the post-surgical care?
After the surgery, a patient will have to use cold compress for 2 days and avoid lying with the cheeks in contact with bed or pillow for 1 month to prevent hematoma formation. Some numbness may persist for 3-6 months. The patient should avoid any strenuous activities for at least 4-6 weeks following surgery. This will give the body ample time to adjust as it continues on the healing process.
How will the scar looks?
Scars are usually hidden by your frontal hair line. An incision is usually made across the top of the head, just behind the hairline so that the scar won't be visible.
What are the possible risks and complications?
The possible main risks are swelling, bruising, bleeding, infection, scarring and numbness, or change in sensation. Hair loss along the scar edge may result in some cases. Following the surgeon’s advice will reduce risks and complications.
