Will Scar from Subcutaneous Forehead Scar Be Noticeable?

Although any scar can potentially be visible, the resulting scar form a well-planned trichophytic hairline incision is typically one of the least visible scars in facial cosmetic surgery.

For patients who are concerned that the hairline not be moved more superior, a  forehead lift with the incision placed in or just slightly behind the hairline is often a great option.  Properly constructed, such wounds usually heal up to a point that they are hard to detect. Naturally,  individual patient features effect wound healing, so patient and surgeon must discuss this carefully.

Patients need to know that the incision will often be quite noticeable for the first couple months after surgery.  During this time, most patients won't want to wear their hair back.  The good news is that the incision line typically fades and blends in over time, and most patients do not find the scar objectionable when it has fully healed.

Mark Lucarelli MD, FACS

Madison, WI

A subcutaneous forehead life is usually for minimal brow ptosis (droopiness) and can be done through limited incisions behind the hairline that do not significantly alter the hairline. You must be a candidate for that specific operation. If brow ptosis is significant, a more agressive operation might be needed and you should be asking questions germane to that.