How Much Does Forehead Reduction Surgery Cost?

Question

I have a large and high forehead and am very self conscious about it.My forehead also sticks out a little much as well. How much does it cost and what are the risks and how is it done?

Mike Majmundar, MD · Answer

Hairline lowering surgery or forehead reduction cost can vary depending on geographic location, cost of living, experience of the surgeon, credentials of the surgeon, and complication rates.  In Atlanta, hairline lowering surgery or forehead reduction surgery runs $6500-$8000 with anesthesia and facility fees.

Daniel Butz, MD · Answer

Like any procedure there can be a wide range of cost depending on location and experience. The average is probably around $8000 but can range from 5-12k. Do your research and find a board certified physician with experience with this procedure.

Matthew Richardson, MD · Answer

The cost of any particular surgery is difficult to answer because there are so many different factors that influence the overall cost of any procedure, but this is especially true with hairline lowering because there are so many different ways to achieve a similar end result, and the costs will vary accordingly. If a small hairline advancement is made with a single stage procedure, no brow lifting, and no hair transplantation, this might cost somewhere around $5,000 to start, but a multi-stage procedure with a tissue expander or multiple hair transplant sessions might cost much more. I would say the overall cost might range from somewhere around $5,000 to $10,000 or more.
Don't shop on price - find a well-qualified surgeon who is comfortable and experienced in all aspects of facial plastic surgery and hair transplantation to review all of the options in detail.
All the best,

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

If you are looking for general cost of a surgery, it varies widely.  It can range in the $10,000 Sometimes more.  Sometimes less.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

I do this 2 different ways using the Irregular Trichophytic Hairline incision which we developed 30 years ago. If the elasticity of the scalp is flexible I can just advance the scalp. Otherwise, I use Tissue Expansion. With either procedure the bone can be shaved along the eyebrows at the same time.

Regina Rodman, MD · Answer

The procedure is done by making an incision right in front of the hairline.  The scalp is then lifted up and pulled forward.  The extra skin of the forehead is removed.  Very careful closure is then done with stitches.  The cost varies from surgeon to surgeon.  Patients in my office pay about $6,000 total, including surgeon fees, anesthesia and OR facility fee.  Best of luckDr Rodman

Sarah Saxon, MD · Answer

The hairline can be lowered either with a surgery performed by making an incision in the hairline or with hair grafting or both depending on the degree of lowering you need. If you want to set back the bone of the forehead it can be done with the same incision. Prices will vary depending on who you go to but are generally about $9,000-$11,000.
Of course, better recommendations can be made with an in person or Skype consultation. 
Best of luck to you!
Sarah Saxon, MD

Jeffrey Jumaily, MD · Answer

This is really dependent on the complexity of the case, the amount of advancement needed, and other patient factors. The costs vary roughly from 8000-11000 depending on the case and location. The exact price is determined after consultation with Dr. Jumaily and can be more or less than that range.

Andrew Kornstein, MD, FACS · Answer

Forehead reductions, like all surgeries, are not all created equally.Technique plays a large roll in potential (temporary) hair loss, frontal hairline pattern and an invisible scar.Technical expertise, personal as well as operative team experience directly influence the result.The surgical time is roughly three hours.Cost is roughly $8000-10,000 excluding aesthesiaHope this helps

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Without seeing photos of you it is difficult to see what you are asking about. Generally speaking a woman whose corner hairlines are full, can have a forehead reduction surgery. If the corners are weak, better to get a hair transplant hairline lowering procedure as shown in the photos below. The cost generally runs between $6-10,000.

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