A large compressive dressing will be applied to the forehead and a portion of the scalp after surgery and this is removed the day after surgery.  A sense of tightness and discomfort in the forehead and brow region is to be expected, but will resolve shortly after surgery.  The surgery dissection extends into the upper eyelid, so bruising and swelling of the eyelids (especially the upper eyelid) will occur. Light ice packs over the eyes and elevating your head for the first few days after surgery will help to minimize subsequent bruising and swelling.  You can expect to be able to shower and shampoo the scalp after 3 days and can use contacts again at 1 week.  A mild change in sensation of the forehead is expected and should resolve in the weeks following surgery.  You may return to full activity at 10-14 days after surgery.