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Lower hairline

What is the classic hairline lowering method?

Lowering the hairline (where the scalp is brought forward, also called forehead reduction) is a surgical technique that allows the hairline to be brought forward by a certain distance. This distance depends on a number of factors such as the height of the hairline before the procedure, the looseness of the scalp and the wishes of the patient. An alternative treatment is a hair transplant.

The Benefits of Lowering Your Hairline

Compared to a hair transplant, there are a number of advantages:

The hair density is the same over the entire scalp, which results in a particularly natural-looking result.
Immediate results.

The Disadvantages of Hairline Lowering

Surgical intervention is necessary.
A scar is formed that can range from nearly invisible to very visible. This depends on the skill of the surgeon, the desired hairstyle of the patient and sometimes the predisposition of the patient to develop scar tissue.

What can a hairline lowering do for you?

The procedure can be performed to correct a congenitally high hairline or in some cases to correct a hairline that has receded due to hair loss. The procedure is usually performed on women. The female hairline is generally considered attractive if it is between 6 and 6,5 cm above the eyebrows. A hairline lowering procedure is successful if a balance is found between the patient's expectations and any anatomical limitations. The looseness of the scalp is a determining factor in the extent to which the hairline can be lowered. Depending on how loose the scalp is, the hairline can be lowered between 0,5 and 3 cm. Dark skin is often looser than light skin.

Who is a good candidate for hairline lowering?

Women with a high forehead who need a 1,5 to 2 cm hairline lowering. To find out how much your hairline can be lowered in a single procedure, you can place the index, middle and ring fingers of one hand just behind your hairline and move them up and down while pressing on your scalp. You will feel the mobility of your hairline. Generally, this mobility plus an additional 0,5 cm is the hairline lowering you can expect in a single procedure.

Who is not a good candidate for hairline lowering?

men — Men are poor candidates for hairline lowering. Since their hairlines often recede as they age, the scars from the hairline lowering surgery—which were previously hidden beneath the hair—will become visible, much to the dismay of the patient (and the surgeon).
Women who only suffer from receding hairline — Women who are satisfied with the height of their forehead in the middle and do not have too deep recesses on the sides should consider a hair transplant. The result of a hair transplant in the area of the recess will look quite natural and the disadvantages of a surgical procedure outweigh the advantage of a quick result.

Possible complications after hairline lowering

Generalized hair thinning — This complication was reported by 1% of patients.
Scar — Sometimes the tension on the incision is so great that a visible scar is created. In that case, the scar must be corrected during surgery.
Reduced sensitivity of the scalp — It is possible that the scalp will be permanently less sensitive. Fortunately, patients who experience this do not experience it as a problem.
To prevent infection, we recommend taking azithromycin once a day for the first 3 days after surgery. na the meal.
In case of infection (e.g. staphylococcus aureus) — As with any surgery, infection can occur (see photo below). With a hairline lowering, it can be extra difficult to keep the surgical area clean and sterile during aftercare. Small hairs can grow in or under the skin that can cause irritation or infection. Usually, these small hairs can be removed with sterile tweezers. In case of an infection, we advise you to contact us as soon as possible to contact personally.