What is Forehead Reduction Surgery?
Dr. Totonchi of Cleveland, OH performs a variety of cosmetic procedures, one of which is a forehead reduction procedure. This procedure, also known as hairline lowering or forehead shortening, is used to decrease the distance between the hairline and the eyebrows giving a more youthful, aesthetic appearance. Forehead reduction helps to create balance and harmony to facial proportions.
Who is a Candidate for Forehead Reduction Surgery?
You may be a candidate for forehead reduction surgery if your forehead is disproportionally large for your face. Your scalp should have good laxity to allow for mobilization.
A forehead reduction procedure, done in our facilities in Cleveland, OH can help reduce the distance between your hairline and eyebrows, giving a more youthful, aesthetic balance to your face. You can appreciate immediate results after a forehead reduction procedure.
A forehead reduction of 2.5-3cm is considered the maximal amount of scalp advancement.
Combination with Other Facial Procedures
A forehead reduction can also be done in combination with additional hair transplant techniques and/or other cosmetic procedures to maximize treatment effects. Although a forehead reduction procedure is quite effective alone, for some people it is recommended that a forehead reduction be done together with other enhancements, to maintain continuity of a youthful appearance.
Forehead Reduction Procedure Details
The forehead reduction procedure, in our certified facilities in Cleveland, OH starts with one continuous incision in front of the hairline. The procedure begins in temporal area in the hairline and proceeds upwards. Dr Ali Totonchi then makes a curvilinear incision to make the scars inconspicuous. After making the incision, the tissue is undermined back to the vertex of the scalp. Next, the galeal tissue is scored to maximize advancement of the scalp. Forehead reduction by advancement can be performed up to 2.5cm, maximally 3cm. The underlying tissue is advanced and secured using suture which is passed through a small bone tunnel to provide additional support for the underlying galeal tissues and muscles. This technique helps to maintain the results of the advancement and minimize excessive elevation of the eyebrows. Sometimes laser is used over the incision after closure to minimize scar visibility.
Forehead Reduction Surgery Complications/ Risks
Some swelling and bruising is expected after surgery. You may experience bruising and swelling in the eye area. Excessive bleeding is rare; however, additional risks include the possible need for revisional procedures.
Benefits of Forehead Reduction
Forehead reduction can help patients in multiple ways, including:
- Improving facial structure
- Creating a smaller forehead that provides the face with more harmonious features
- Rejuvenating the face by making the hairline appear lower and therefore more youthful
- Boosting self-confidence
Forehead Reduction Recovery and Results
Most patients need one to two weeks of downtime for their recovery. A few days of discomfort are normal, but this can be relieved with prescription pain medication. Bruising and swelling usually dissipate after a couple of weeks, but numbness can continue for several months. Dr. Totonchi will schedule periodic follow-up appointments to ensure that his patients are healing well and without complications. Sutures come out after about one week. Patients should shield themselves from the sun during recovery since they are more susceptible to sunburn.
Forehead reduction results are considered permanent, with patients being able to enjoy their lower hairline for the rest of their lives — unless they experience hair loss in the future.
Forehead Reduction Costs
Forehead reduction is customized to the requests of each patient, and the price reflects the techniques utilized to achieve these changes. During a consultation, Dr. Totonchi can provide a full quote. Insurance does not typically cover this procedure because it is a cosmetic procedure; however, some patients may qualify if it is part of a gender confirmation plan. Financing options are available through CareCredit, a top medical lender.
Forehead Reduction for Hair Loss
Some patients develop a larger forehead over time due to a receding hairline. By reducing the length of the forehead, the hairline advances for a more appealing presentation. However, Dr. Totonchi does not recommend this treatment for patients who have male pattern baldness. Since incisions are placed along the hairline, a hairline that continues to recede can put the scars on display over time.
Fortunately, Dr. Totonchi also offers hair restoration procedures, in which he harvests follicles from the back of the scalp and transplants them at the front to help advance the hairline.
How Is Forehead Reduction Different from a Brow Lift?
Although both procedures make cosmetic improvements to the upper face, their objectives are different. Brow lift is primarily concerned with rejuvenation, by minimizing lines and wrinkles and elevating the eyebrows. On the other hand, forehead reduction is about decreasing the volume of the forehead by effectively moving the hairline forward. Forehead reduction may help to minimize some signs of aging in the process, but patients who want more complete rejuvenation may want to discuss the possibility of combining these procedures at their consultation with Dr. Totonchi.
The Importance of Choosing an Expert Surgeon for Forehead Reduction
Forehead reduction is not offered by many plastic surgeons, in large part due to the technical skill and precision necessary to achieve results that are both attractive and natural-looking. Experience is a must when choosing a doctor for hairline lowering. Dr. Totonchi has performed this procedure over many years and has had great success at making his patients’ faces look more proportional to their other features.
Give us a call today at (440) 461-7999 for more information about the forehead reduction procedure in Cleveland, OH or “click here” to schedule an appointment.
