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How long after a hairline lowering surgery can I wear a helmet?

I understand the average time for a person to resume "normal" activities is about 2 weeks for hairline lowering surgery, but my "normal" activity includes horse back riding. I have to wear a helmet to ride and, of course, I don't want the helmet to irritate the wound. About how long after hairline lowering surgery can I comfortably wear a helmet?

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Dr. Jeffrey Epstein, MD, FACS
Hair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Facial Plastic Surgery
Answered on Dec 16, 2014
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Dr. Sheldon S. Kabaker, MD FACS (retired)
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Dec 6, 2014
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