I would like some suggestions on correcting a poor result from a lowered hairline, what are my options? (Photos)

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Hi, I'm looking for some help and guidance on the way forward. I've had a hair transplant involving lowering and rounding my hairline which had gone badly wrong. I'm 9 months post op. The lowered hairline is to straight and low for my age 44 and had a devastating effect on my confidence, the exact opposite of the procedure (now hiding away from life). I'm looking for help in how best to rerun to the hairline I had before removing the lowered hairline and reshaping it. Left image post op.

Jeffrey Epstein, MD, FACS · Answer

It is rather difficult to fully appreciate the results of your procedure.  There are a variety of ways to repair a prior poorly performed hair transplant, including individual FUE graft removal, or total hairline excision, all procedures on which i have lectured.  I suggest you do your homework and now find a surgeon in whom you can have confidence.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

The key is really researching hair grafters. You need an artist. It is worth traveling for the right individual. It should be possible to have micro grafting to correct this. The art part is the challenge. There are excellent hair grafters located through out the country. I do very much like the work of Dr. Gary Perrault as just one example.

Wing Jian (Nigel) Foo, MD · Answer

Hi there, sorry to hear that you are unhappy with the result of your transplant. 
There are a few options in handling the current situation- Conservative wait and see: In the 9th month of transplant, there would still be a chance of some growth over time. - Revision transplant aiming to increase the density of current new hairline- Laser hair removal to remove the transplanted hair over the new hairline- Scalp micropigmentation to create a camouflage in between the transplanted grafts to increase the density of new hairline
It’s never easy to suggest the best way just by looking at the photo alone. It would be best that you could visit any certified hair transplant doctor in your community to get a thorough consultation and check. Hope it helps, cheers.

Jesse E. Smith, MD, FACS · Answer

You could get a revision with the goal of increasing the density with single units in the area, and then slightly rounding the hairline to achieve your aesthetic goals.  I would wait to the 12 to 18 month post procedure mark.

Matt Tahsini, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. I think you’ll need to do your homework as to who to see to correct this. You’ll need someone who has excellent grafting skills and has an eye for where to put them. Best wishes.Dr. T

I would like some suggestions on correcting a poor result from a lowered hairline, what are my options? (Photos)

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I would like some suggestions on correcting a poor result from a lowered hairline, what are my options? (Photos)

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Answer: Revision Hair Transplant

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