This page provides a condensed overview of preparation and recovery guidelines for a brow lift. For complete instructions—including anesthesia options, timelines, and medication guidance—please download the full Pre-Operative and Post-Operative instruction documents below. These serve as your primary reference for a safe and successful recovery.
Fasting:
Transportation & Care:
Medications: Stop aspirin, NSAIDs, blood-thinning supplements, and weight-loss meds as directed. Discuss prescription meds (anticoagulants, blood pressure, diabetes, etc.) with your surgeon.
Lifestyle: Reduce/stop nicotine 4 weeks before/after; reduce alcohol 2 weeks before/after.
Day of Surgery: Shower; avoid lotions/makeup; remove jewelry/piercings (tell staff if you have metal hair extensions). Wear loose, front-opening clothing. If hair removal near the operative area is needed, do it 3 days prior (not the day before/day of).
Suggested Supplies:
Pain & Nausea: Use Tylenol; narcotic and anti-nausea meds may be prescribed. Avoid NSAIDs unless directed.
Antibiotics: If prescribed, complete the full course.
Cold Therapy (optional): Ice 15–20 min on / 40+ min off for the first 48–72 hours; always place a cloth between ice and skin.
Incision & Scalp Care: Keep sites clean/dry; do not scrub. Ointment as directed. Do not remove steri-strips/sutures; they will fall off or be removed at follow-up (7–10 days).
Hygiene: You may gently wash your face while keeping dressings dry. Wash hair 3 days after surgery to remove ointment.
Sun & Skin: Minimize sun exposure; use SPF 30+/hat. Makeup may be applied at 7 days, avoiding incision lines.
Activity: Elevate head (extra pillow or recliner) to reduce swelling. Walk gently as able; avoid strenuous exercise for 2 months and contact sports until cleared.
What to Expect: Forehead/eyelid swelling is common and usually improves within ~2 weeks; full settling can take longer. Temporary scalp/forehead numbness or tingling is normal.
For detailed medication guidance, incision care, activity timelines, and recovery milestones, download the complete documents here:
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