Is there any way to fix fairly big dent on my head or make it less of an issue? (Photo)

Question

I had to undergo a craniectomy surgery because of a hematoma, it's been a year since the operation. I am wondering if there's a way if making the dent less visible?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Angelo665,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering a treatment, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

Like many temporal craniotomies in particular the combination of bone flap settling and temporal muscle atrophy causes a noticeable contour depression. A very effective approach is to use bone cements to create a more symmetric contour. One can have a debate between PMMA vs hydroxyapatite bone cements but the existing scalp scar provides wide open access to place such skull contouring materials. (no shaving of the head is required)

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