Post-operative instructions and experiences are different depending on the type of forehead lift you've had. It's important to keep your head elevated for 2 to 3 days after surgery to reduce swelling. Use cold compresses to control any swelling that may occur on the lower part of your face. Do not use compresses on the dressing-they must remain dry.

Do not brush your hair until Dr. Markus gives the okay. You must be careful not to disturb the stitches or staples.

You may experience some numbness and pain that can be controlled with medication. As you heal, the numb areas on your scalp may begin to itch. These sensations can take up to 6 months to fully disappear.

You will be able to shower and shampoo within 2 days as long as your bandages have been removed (usually within 2 to 3 days). When you shampoo, use Johnson's Baby Shampoo and blow dry your hair on the coolest possible setting.

Sutures are usually removed 7 to 14 days following surgery at which point you will also be able to return to work. Strenuous activities such as jogging, bending, heavy housework, and sex should be avoided for 2 to 3 weeks following surgery. You will also have to limit your exposure to heat and sun for several months.

After an endoscopic forehead lift, you will experience some minimal discomfort at the incision sites. Patients who undergo this procedure generally experience less of the itching sensation as well. You may experience some temporary hair loss or thinning around the incision sites, however, regrowth should resume within a few weeks or months.