Hairline correction is a surgical procedure to lower an overly high male or female hairline. It can also be called scalp advancement or forehead reduction, and it is a same-day surgery that is remarkably comfortable and safe.강남헤어라인 It can correct a variety of problems, including a receding hairline, a traumatic or congenital birthmark (or “parietal scar”), and a forehead that is too large for the rest of the face.

Hairline lowering is generally performed under local anaesthetic or sedation, but our surgeons recommend the use of TIVA general anaesthesia for maximum comfort. Before beginning the procedure, the surgeon marks the location of your new planned hairline and loosens the skin with an incision in a zig-zag pattern to closely mimic natural-looking patterns.무모증모발이식 They then move the scalp forward one to three centimeters and remove any excess skin before closing the incision.

The final result is a natural-looking, lower forehead that provides a more harmonious balance to the facial features. On follow-up, 95% of patients say they are satisfied with their new hairline.

People who wish to restore a more youthful-looking hairline, especially men with receding hairlines. Often, the forehead recedes more rapidly in men than in women. This is due to different patterns of hair growth, a larger amount of testosterone in the body of men, and genetic predisposition.

Some people who were born with a high hairline because of adhesions during embryonic development, which prevent the scalp from rotating to its normal position. They may seek a hairline lowering procedure to restore their original lower hairline as part of a gender-affirming surgery [3].

Many patients who were unhappy with the way their natural hairline looked after previous hair transplant or other surgeries. Whether the hairline was too high or the grafts were not positioned properly, they are typically thrilled with their new, natural-looking forehead after the hairline lowering procedure.

During your initial office visit or virtual consultation, we will review all of the steps involved in your hairline lowering or forehead reduction surgery and answer all of your questions. We will then schedule your surgery, which can be done either in our clinic or at a hospital of your choice. To make your experience as seamless and comfortable as possible, we recommend that you avoid smoking or taking any medications or supplements that increase bleeding during the week before your procedure. Also, make arrangements for someone to drive you home afterward and assist you in the first 24 hours of recovery. Contact us today to book your appointment!