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Endoscopic brow lift for thinning hair and high forehead. Any suggestions?

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MDLA27Jan 28, 2016

I will be getting an endoscopic brow lift soon. I have a high forehead and my hair is thinning a bit. The dr. advised the incisions will have to be below my hairline and will be visible. I am willing to deal with the scar if it heals flat, and I can cover it with makeup. Will this also push my hairline back further even if the incisions are make below my hairline?

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