High rhytidectomy or frontal lifting
The operation of frontal lifting or high rhytidectomy is a procedure designed to improve wrinkles in the forehead region, which are a product of aging and skin type.
This procedure is the most successful way to improve the forehead, which gives a more youthful appearance to patients.
During the first consultation, Dr. Jesus Chung will explain all the implications of the procedure, also listen to your wishes, doubts and expectations, and guide you towards choosing the best option for your case. In addition, explain the position of the scars and what are the scope we pursue with surgery, this is done individually with each patient, as each has its own characteristics.
How is the front lifting operation performed ?
The frontal lifting procedure consists of making a pre-pyloric coronal incision just in the transition of the skin with the hair. The frontal muscle and the corrugating muscles are cut. The excess skin is compensated and sutured. It is done under local anesthesia and sedation.
Questions and Answers
This surgery usually lasts 4 hours, this depends on the technique used and the anatomy of the patient and the kind of anesthesia applied.
He must remain hospitalized one day for postoperative surveillance.
After 10 to 14 days, the stitches are removed.
Rest is an important part of recovery, so you should keep some days of calm after surgery, and avoid lowering your head below the waist. Also, it is advisable to sleep the first days after surgery with the head raised above the feet.
Absolute rest is recommended during the first 5 days of surgery and 7 days with relative rest. It is important that you follow your doctor's recommendations to the letter, as this can guarantee a faster and healthier recovery.