Forehead reduction, or hairline lowering, surgery involves making an incision along the hairline and removing a small amount of the forehead skin. Dr. Misch performs forehead reduction surgery in her Denver, CO facial plastic surgery clinic.
Forehead Reduction Surgery in Denver, CO
Why choose Dr. Misch for your forehead reduction?
Dr. Misch is a fellowship trained facial plastic surgery, specializing only in surgeries of the head and neck. She has advanced training and expert knowledge of the anatomy of the scalp and forehead.
Dr. Misch’s meticulous surgical technique will provide excellent results for your forehead reduction surgery.
She will provide caring, compassionate treatment, both before and after your surgery. She is available to answer your questions throughout your recovery. You will truly have someone supporting you every step of the way!
Dr. Misch’s forehead reduction surgery will bring balance to your face!
Look and feel better, younger, refreshed. Improved.
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When we feel confident, the people around us notice. Through an individualized, tailor-made treatment plan, Dr. Misch can help you feel more self-assured.
Forehead Reduction FAQs
Do I need a forehead reduction or will a less invasive procedure work for me?
To start, no one NEEDS a forehead reduction, it simply depends on what your goals are. Less invasive options to reduce the size of the forehead are relatively non existent. Hair transplantation to the hairline can move the hairline forward and cause the forehead to appear smaller, but this is also a surgical procedure.
Where are the incisions in a forehead reduction?
The incision in a forehead reduction in placed directly in front of the hairline. The incision is made wavy, rather than straight, which helps camouflage it as it heals. It is also beveled to protect your hair follicles and help hair regrow and hide the incision.
What medications should I take before and after forehead reduction surgery?
Most herbal supplements should be stopped 2 weeks prior to surgery. Any blood thinner or aspirin will also need to be stopped. You should avoid taking NSAIDs for 7 days prior to surgery. Supplements like arnica, bromelain, vitamin C, and zinc may be taken prior to surgery, as these can help reduce bruising and swelling. Pain medication will be prescribed. We may also inject long lasting numbing medication into your forehead. This blocks the sensory nerves and will greatly improve your headache during recovery. Dr. Misch will personally review your medication list prior to surgery and discuss what to and not to take with you directly.
Will I still need neuromodulators after a forehead reduction?
Yes. While a forehead reduction can somewhat soften the wrinkles on the forehead, it does not directly affect the forehead muscles, the frontalis and the corrugators. These muscles will continue to contract and create horizontal forehead and vertical “11” glabellar wrinkles. To improve and prevent these wrinkles, you will still need neuromodulator injections after a forehead reduction.