There are several types: open or traditional surgery, (with an incision at the hairline or inside the hair), closed surgery, known as endoscopic, performed through 4 incisions of 1-2 cm each in the hair using a camera (endoscope). Medical assessment will determine which technique is best for the patient. The surgery is performed under a mild anaesthetic (sedation) and can be combined with other facial surgeries.

Rest, keep head elevated. Follow the recommendations for dressings and scar treatment. Shower from the day after surgery. Limit physical effort during the first week to reduce bruising. Gradual return to activities and make-up after one week. Gradual resumption of physical exercise after 2 weeks.

Bleeding, infection, asymmetry of the forehead, poor healing, partial recurrence of forehead descent, numbness of the scalp, partial loss of hair around the scar and decreased mobility of the forehead.

Stop smoking, avoid blood thinning medication. Respect the fasting required and take care to clean the skin well with an antiseptic soap.

Severe swelling of the forehead, purulent discharge from scars.

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