For many men and women, the hairline is an important feature of their facial aesthetic. However, some people are born with a naturally prominent forehead that makes it difficult for them to wear their hair in a style they want. Fortunately, there are surgical and non-surgical methods of changing the shape of the hairline to make it more aesthetically pleasing. Hairline correction treatment is one option that can be performed to lower the forehead and make the face look more balanced.
Hairline lowering surgery is often done in conjunction with other surgeries such as facial feminization and a nose rhinoplasty. It is a simple and quick procedure that typically results in high patient satisfaction.
The goal of hairline lowering surgery is to shorten the distance between the eyebrows and the base of the scalp. During the hairline lowering procedure, an incision is made along the forehead and a section of skin is removed. The surgeon will then staple the forehead back in place and may perform a brow lift to elevate the eyebrows to a more natural position on the face.
In general, a female’s ideal hairline starts about 5 to 6.5 cm above the eyebrows. Anything higher than this is considered high and can cause imbalance with the middle and lower thirds of the face. A plastic surgeon can determine whether a patient has enough scalp laxity for a forehead reduction by doing a pitch test during the pre-operative consultation.
A forehead reduction can be used for both males and females who have a congenitally high hairline that causes the upper third of the face to be disproportionately larger than the middle and lower thirds. It is also a good choice for individuals with excessively long eyebrows, who are seeking to reduce their height.
During the procedure, the surgeon will use a D’Assumpcao clamp and/or other flap-marking device to mark the desired hairline height. A sterile scalpel is then cut using a depth-controlled No. 15 blade to avoid compromise of the blood supply. Occasionally, several parallel galeotomies will be required to advance the hairline further.강남헤어라인
After the procedure, patients can expect some swelling and bruising. In some cases, numbness is experienced in the scalp and forehead, but this is usually temporary. Depending on the degree of change to the hairline, a few months might be necessary for the patient to fully recover from this surgery.
Some individuals with a high forehead and thick hair might not be candidates for a hairline lowering surgery, in which case they could opt for a hair transplant instead. This is a great solution for men and women who need their hairline lowered, but don’t have enough loose skin or adequate hair growth to qualify for a hairline lowering surgery. We offer follicular unit transplantation (FUT) or follicular unit extraction (FUE) to give you the perfect, permanent hairline for your unique needs. Learn more about this innovative technique and its potential benefits for you today!모우다의원