Hair Line Lowering
Hairline correction or advancement, hairline lowering, is used to lower the hairline, reduce the height of the forehead and correct the normal male temple recession to give a more rounded female hairline. The Hairline Lowering Foreheadplasty is commonly combined with Brow Lift Surgery or Brow Contouring Surgery at London Bridge Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Clinic – experience and expertise for your personal care. Where significant hair line recession, male pattern hair loss has occurred, Hair Transplantation may be necessary.
Brow Lift Surgery
Brow Lift Surgery is a Plastic Surgery procedure performed to elevate the eyebrows to a feminine curve, arching above the bony rim of the orbit, in a Male to Female Transgender patient – Specialist Plastic Surgery at London Bridge Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Clinic by Specialist Plastic Surgeon Mr Inglefield BSc MBBS FRCS(Plast).
Q: What is Forehead Lowering Surgery?
A: A forehead that is too large and out of proportion with the other facial feature can be corrected by Specialist Forehead Lowering Plastic surgery or Hairline advancement, to provide a more natural aesthetic forehead and hairline shape.
Q: What are the benefits of Forehead Lowering, reduction Plastic Surgery?
A: Forehead reduction Plastic Surgery aims to alter the balance of the upper facial fatures to enhance the feminine appearance, or improve the male forehead balance. The procedure which is best suited to your goals will be determined at your consultation. Your result can restore self-confidence and boost self-esteem.
Q: Am I the ideal patient for Hairline Lowering Foreheadplasty Plastic Surgery?
A: If you are concerned about the size or height of your forehead which is not in proportion to your facial features, then Forehead reduction or Hairline lowering plastic surgery may be suitable for you. You should be realistic as to what can be achieved by the Forehead / Hairline Lowering Surgery and understand the risks and side effects of this surgery.
Q: Does Forehead Lowering, Hairline Advancement Plastic Surgery require a general anaesthetic or hospitalisation?
A: Specialist Forehead Lowering, Hairline Lowering Foreheadplasty is performed under general anaesthetic requiring a hospital stay of 1 or 2 nights, occasionally a day stay only is required.
Q: How long is the Hairline Advancement Plasticsurgery?
A: Forehead lowering, Hairline advancement plastic surgery normally takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hrs to perform depending on the complexity of the surgery.
Q: What about the scars following Specialist Forehead lowering Surgery?
A: The incisions are placed in the natural hairline to be as hidden as possible. These incisions heal well in 7 to 10 days. The amount or extent of the incisions will depend on the complexity of surgery required to achieve optimum results.
Q: Will a special garment be required after Forehead Lowering Surgery?
A: In the majority of Specialist Forehead lowering, Hairline Advancement plastic Surgery, a facial support garment is not fitted but a support dressing is placed at the end of surgery to help control swelling and reduce movement post operatively.
Q: What reassurance do I have with Forehead Lowering Surgery?
A: At London Bridge Plastic Surgery, we understand that your decision to have Forehead Lowering Plastic Surgery can be a daunting and anxious time for you. Our aim is to fully understand your concerns and desires, and assess your face accurately, before agreeing on a treatment plan which is in your best interest. If for any reason you are unsuitable for Forehead Lowering Surgery, you will be advised against this form of surgery. We will provide you with all the information you need and support before, during and after your surgery.
Q: How long is the recovery time?
A: Moderate pain / discomfort is expected for 3 – 5 days. Patients can go back to their normal daily activities after 1 to 2 weeks, but avoid strenuous exercise / activity for 6 weeks including any contact sports.
Q: What about the results of Forehead Lowering Plastic Surgery?
A: The results are first and foremost natural. The goals of Specialist Forehead Lowering, Hairline Advancement are to provide an aesthetically pleasing, feminine facial shape which is in balance with your facial features – i.e. looks natural and does not appear abnormal. Remember it can take 6 weeks or more for the final result to be achieved.
Q: What are the risks of Forehead Lowering Plastic Surgery?
A: Common to all surgical procedures there are always risks associated with surgery. However, complications are uncommon even with complex Facial Surgery. Bruising can occur and may take 2 weeks to resolve, while major bleeding is rare. Infection is infrequent (less than 0.5%) and will require a course of appropriate antibiotics. Facial muscle weakness is uncommon, but typically affects the forehead is temporary lasting 6 weeks. Permanent weakness is rare. Abnormal scarring, hypertrophic and keloid scars are uncommon. Altered sensation in the scalp is expected and will slowly improve from 1 – 2 years following your surgery.
