What are Potential Complications of Forehead Surgery?
Temporary numbness of the forehead is common following all of the surgical approaches and typically improves over 1 to 4 months. Permanent numbness can occur but is rare. Damage to the facial nerve (nerve responsible for facial muscle contraction) can be damaged in the mid-forehead and endoscopic approaches and result in an upper facial droop. Fortunately, this is very rare. Postoperative bleeding and infection can potentially occur following any surgery. Over elevation, under elevation, and asymmetric eyebrow appearance are potential aesthetic concerns. Touch-up procedures may occasionally be necessary. What is the Recovery Period for Forehead Surgery? Patients undergoing direct and mid-forehead lifts need to elevate the head and apply ice packs for 3 days following surgery. Heavy lifting and straining should be avoided during the first postoperative week. Suture removal is typically required at 1 week. Following endoscopic surgery, icepacks are applied to the forehead for 3 days. Pat
