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What Is Forehead Reduction Surgery?
Forehead reduction surgery, also called hairline lowering, is a safe and effective procedure designed to reduce the size of the forehead by moving the hairline forward.
This surgical approach on average targets only 1-3 cm of scalp yet creates a dramatically more proportional look, particularly for individuals with high foreheads or recessed hairlines. Forehead reduction surgery is often combined with other hair restoration techniques, both surgical and non-surgical, all to improve the hairline and feel confident again in your appearance.
Dr. Bapna is a leading reconstructive facial plastic surgeon, with a deep understanding of facial anatomy paired with advanced hairline and scalp health expertise. To date, he’s treated hundreds of patients experiencing hair loss and hairline recessions.
What Will Hairline Lowering Surgery Address?
Forehead reduction or hairline lowering aims to resolve a range of aesthetic issues related to uneven hairlines, high foreheads, and receding hairlines due to aging. The procedure involves carefully repositioning the hairline, often combined with hair grafts for the most natural-looking results possible. For women, this technique is increasingly popular to combat age-related changes in hair density and forehead height.
Forehead reduction surgery is especially effective for anyone, man or woman, who struggles with self-confidence related to the following:
- Disproportionately high foreheads
- Imbalanced facial proportions
- Hair loss due to aging or health
- Excessive forehead wrinkles
Am I a Good Candidate for a Forehead Reduction?
Hairline lowering is applicable for a wide range of candidates. In general, it’s a good option for anyone who wants a younger, fuller-looking hairline and who meets a few basic criteria:
- Maintains appropriate skin elasticity around the scalp (allows for proper repositioning)
- Is in overall good-standing health
- Has realistic expectations about surgical timelines and outcomes
Patients with prior hair transplants or a history of scalp surgeries may require additional evaluation to ensure optimal results.
Benefits
of Forehead Reduction
Forehead reduction surgery provides near-immediate improvements to your hairline and overall appearance.
- One of today’s highest satisfaction-rated cosmetic procedures.
- A permanent solution, often in one surgery.
- Natural, impactful results that look true to you.
- Can often help smooth certain deep forehead creases and wrinkles.
- Effectively improves facial proportions, including symmetry with the brows and eyes.
- Boosts confidence and self-image
Hair Lowering
at Ohio Facial Plastics
At Ohio Facial Plastics, Dr. Sumit Bapna offers expert knowledge in hairline restoration and rejuvenation for men and women. With expertise in both surgical and non-surgical hair treatment procedures, Dr. Bapna delivers natural-looking, significant results for every patient.
Initial Consultation
Consultation
Forehead reduction consultations include an evaluation of your hairline, scalp elasticity, facial anatomy, and skin health. Dr. Bapna will review and present an appropriate new hairline position and communicate your procedure’s full, individualized plan.
Pre-Procedure Planning
Dr. Bapna and the team provide detailed pre-surgery guidance, including necessary scalp preparation and medication protocols. These will include:
- Hair washing and treatment directions in the weeks leading up to surgery.
- Abstaining from alcohol and certain medications, such as NSAIDs like aspirin.
- Other appropriate prep measures, all to ensure a smooth, safe experience
Day of Procedure
Arrive at Ohio Facial Plastics with clean, product-free hair and wearing comfortable clothing. Forehead reduction surgeries typically last between 2-3 hours and are an outpatient procedure.
- Hairline lowering is performed under local anesthesia with sedation.
- Follows precise, predetermined hairline markings.
- Utilizes minimal incisions meant to loosen the hairline.
- Precisely pulls the scalp forward, making a few millimeters to 1-3 centimeters adjustments.
- Incisions are closed using fine sutures to minimize scarring, and bandages are applied
Dr. Bapna performs forehead reduction deploying the latest contemporary techniques that follow four main hairline lowering surgical stages. This includes making key initial beveled incisions, which helps ensure any surgical scars remain discreet and the hairline can continue growing more naturally. Next, Dr. Bapna will conduct scalp loosening — the second stage of the surgery involving the precise separation of the scalp from the underlying tissue. Third, Dr. Bapna will reposition the hairline itself, lowering and shortening the forehead on average 1-3 centimeters. While seemingly small, this lowering provides dramatic results.
Finally, Dr. Bapna will move on to to skin removal and suture closing. He expertly removes any excess forehead skin no longer needed with the repositioned hairline, further improving forehead height. He then closes the forehead sutures, with dissolvable scar anchors added if more aid is needed to keep the scalp in place during the 2-4 weeks of immediate healing. Bandaging and dressing is applied, and the forehead reduction procedure is complete.
Immediate and Post-Treatment Care
Post-surgery, patients receive detailed care instructions, including managing swelling, ensuring proper wound care, and appropriate post-surgery hair washing schedules. Most patients can remove their surgical bandages after 24 hours, and return to their regular activities within the week.
Follow-Up Appointments
Most hairline lowering follow-ups with Dr. Bapna are dedicated to ensure proper scar healing and results satisfaction. Adjustments or complementary treatments may be discussed during these visits, as needed.
Forehead Reduction Surgery Recovery
You have the full support of the team at Ohio Facial Plastics when recovering from forehead reduction surgery, which is safe and straightforward.
- Surgery swelling and numbness recedes within 48-72 hours.
- Traditional surgery downtime lasts just 5-7 days.
- Patients can resume light activities, including exercise, after 7 days.
- Patients can resume washing and styling their hair within 2 weeks.
- Results are immediate.
- Full hairline and scalp incision healing averages 2-3 months
Risks of Forehead Reduction Surgery
Forehead reduction surgery carries few risks and complications, as is the nature of any surgery. Yet, thanks to Dr. Bapna’s comprehensive skill and knowledge these risks are greatly reduced. These may include:
- Numbness
- Swelling
- Bruising
- Minor scarring
- Temporary hair loss at the points of incision
- Facial expression mobility issues
Possible complications from any scalp tissue expanders required for the procedure. While uncommon, these will be reviewed by Dr. Bapna on a case-by-case basis, and may result in additional healing timelines and side effects.
Trust the Hair Restoration Specialists at Ohio Facial Plastics
Schedule your consultationDr. Bapna has nearly two decades of experience in restorative hairline and anti-aging hair transplant treatments. He was one of the first to bring today’s advanced cutting-edge hair treatments to the state of Ohio, including the first to offer Neograft. That distinguishes Dr. Bapna and Ohio Facial Plastics as one of the best, most natural providers of hairline rejuvenation services.
- Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
- 7,000+ Procedures Performed and 20+ Years of Experience
- Facial Aesthetics Industry Educator and Author
Discover More About Hairline Lowering in Dublin Ohio
Reach out to Dr. Bapna to discover more about forehead reduction surgery at Ohio Facial Plastics.
Schedule a ConsultationComplementary Hairline & Anti-Aging Treatments
Hairline-lowering treatments are often performed in tangent with other cosmetic enhancements. Pairing your forehead reduction surgery with the following brings further dynamic yet balanced results, helping you look and feel younger.
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Common Forehead Reduction Surgery FAQs
How much does forehead reduction surgery cost?
Costs of a forehead reduction procedure vary based on the individual, but in Ohio typically start at $7,000 and can exceed $15,000. Costs depend on several factors, including your age, surgical extent, scalp condition, plastic surgeon expertise, and more.
Will insurance cover my procedure?
Hairline lowering is largely considered a cosmetic procedure and is therefore not covered by most insurance plans. Talk with your plastic surgeon about financing options and payment plans, which most practices offer.
Will my scars be visible?
Surgical incisions are made in discrete areas of the scalp. They will close and fade with time given proper healing and aftercare.
Does hair grow and style normally after forehead reduction surgery?
Yes! Your hair will grow naturally and actually appear thicker and fuller. Post-healing, you can style your hair as you prefer.
Still Have Questions?
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Dr. Bapna: Ohio’s Own Hair Restoration Expert
Dr. Bapna is proud to offer one of the leading suites of hairline restoration treatments in Ohio and the Midwest, including both surgical and non-surgical options.
With dual board certifications (American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery), patients are assured truly expert hairline-treating techniques, cutting-edge methods, and advanced support and aftercare, all in a centrally located medical spa in Dublin, Ohio.
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Dr. Sumit Bapna specializes in advanced hairline restoration and rejuvenation techniques. His patient-centered approach ensures tailored, natural results that enhance youthfulness, confidence, and total facial harmony.
