Where Is The Scar For A Bony Forehead Reduction?

Q: Dr. Eppley, I’ve wanted to decrease the convexity of my forehead for about 15 years, I don’t like the bulk/bulbous look it has. I didn’t know it was possible to do until a few years ago I saw your patient results. I do not want my hairline lowered, and worry if the scar will show if my hairline recedes. I’m currently 28. Thank you in advance for your time, I appreciate any information.

A: Thank you for your inquiry and sending your pictures. The best approach to reducing your forehead convexity is through a small frontal hairline incision. It can also be put behind the hairline but that scar placement requires a much longer scalp incisions as it lies behind the convexity of the forehead.

Dr. Barry Eppley

World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon