Ever feel like your forehead draws too much attention? Hairline lowering, also known as forehead reduction, treats disproportionately high foreheads by advancing the hairline for improved facial balance. At Marietta Plastic Surgery, Dr. Atanu Biswas performs this procedure using the Foundation Aesthetic Hair Restoration Method by Dr. J. Epstein.
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Lower the Hairline and Restore Facial Harmony
Hairline lowering, also known as forehead reduction or surgical hairline advancement (SHA), is a surgical procedure to reduce the vertical height of the forehead by repositioning the hairline forward. This helps create a more balanced and harmonious facial appearance, especially for individuals who feel their forehead appears too tall or prominent. Using the Foundation Aesthetic Hair Restoration Method, Dr. Biswas performs this procedure with a refined, artistic approach. The technique allows for virtually undetectable scars and delivers results with unsurpassed naturalness, often exceeding what can be achieved with hair grafting alone.
Hairline Lowering/Forehead Reduction Treats:
- A disproportionately high or elongated forehead
- Naturally high hairlines due to genetics
- Hairline recession from traction or scarring
- Scarring or unnatural placement from previous hair transplants
- Facial imbalance caused by a tall forehead
- Frontal fibrosing alopecia in stable cases
Who is the Right Candidate for Hairline Lowering/Forehead Reduction?
You may be a good candidate for hairline lowering if you feel your forehead appears too large or out of proportion with the rest of your features. This procedure is ideal if you have a naturally high hairline, adequate scalp flexibility, and no history of active hair loss. Hairline lowering is often most suitable for women, but it can also benefit men without ongoing or anticipated frontal hair thinning.
If you’ve previously had hair transplant surgery and want to further refine your hairline, or if you’re looking to correct scarring from past procedures, this surgery may be the right solution. During your consultation, Dr. Biswas will assess your goals, scalp mobility, and hair stability to determine your best path forward.
Advantages of Hairline Lowering/Forehead Reduction With the Foundation Method:
- Performed by a surgeon trained in the Foundation method
- Ensures unsurpassed naturalness of results
- Achieves greater hair density than traditional hair transplants alone
- Allows for virtually undetectable scars using layered closure techniques
- Customized to your unique facial proportions and aesthetic goals
- Can be combined with a brow lift or bone contouring for enhanced results
- Minimizes follicle damage to preserve natural hair growth
Your Hairline Lowering/Forehead Reduction Session
On the day of your procedure, Dr. Biswas will begin by carefully marking your ideal hairline, ensuring it aligns with your facial proportions and aesthetic goals. Under general anesthesia, he will make a precise incision along your current hairline, meticulously preserving hair follicles to allow hair to grow through the scar. The scalp is then gently lifted and advanced forward to the new position, and any excess forehead skin is removed.
To secure the hairline in place, Dr. Biswas uses dissolvable Endotine® clips, which provide support during healing without the need for removal. The incision is closed using a layered plastic surgery technique to promote optimal healing and virtually undetectable scarring. Your session typically lasts under two hours, and you can return home the same day.
Side Effects & Recovery
After your procedure, you may experience mild swelling, tightness, or bruising around the forehead, which typically resolves within a few days. You’ll return home the same day, and your head wrap will be removed on day two. Most patients resume normal activities, including exercise, within a week. Sutures are removed about a week after surgery.
Results: Onset & Longevity
You’ll notice a visible improvement in your hairline immediately after surgery, with results becoming more refined as swelling subsides. The repositioned hairline is permanent, offering a long-lasting solution to a high or disproportionate forehead. With proper care and stable hair growth patterns, your results will endure for years. Dr. Biswas can also perform additional hair grafting after three months to further enhance the density and shape of your new hairline.
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Hairline Lowering/Forehead Reduction FAQs
How much can my hairline be lowered during the procedure?
Most patients can expect their hairline to be advanced by approximately 1 to 2 centimeters in a single session. The amount depends on your scalp flexibility and skin elasticity, which Dr. Biswas will assess during your consultation.
Can I combine this procedure with other surgeries?
Yes. Many patients choose to combine hairline lowering with a brow lift to raise sagging brows and achieve comprehensive facial balance. In some cases, frontal bone contouring may also be performed during surgery to reduce forehead prominence.
Is hairline lowering suitable for men?
Hairline lowering can be appropriate for men, but only if there is no active or predicted frontal hair loss. For men with a stable hairline or those who have already undergone transplant procedures, surgical hairline advancement may be an effective option.
Schedule Your Consultation
Dr. Atanu Biswas is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Marietta Plastic Surgery and a trained provider of the Foundation method. With advanced surgical expertise and a deep understanding of facial aesthetics, he offers personalized hairline lowering to bring balance and confidence to your appearance. If you’re ready to explore a permanent solution for a high forehead, schedule your consultation for hairline lowering/forehead reduction in Marietta or Woodstock today.
