How to correct high and narrow forehead to achieve facial harmony? I'm also considering chin/jaw augmentation (Photo)

Question

I have a high and narrow hairline which is out of proportion with the rest of my face, especially the lower half, including the chin/jaw which are much wider compared to my forehead. The narrowness of my forehead is accentuated when I pull my hair back tightly and it is something that bothers me a lot as I have always covered my face with bangs. I also think my jaw and chin are too prominent. I would like to achieve better facial balance What are my options? names of surgeons would be great too.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

If you are considering surgery it would be best to discuss your options with a doctor.  You need to explain to your doctor your goals and expectations.  The doctor needs to examine you to give you a better assessment.

Kevin Ende, MD · Answer

You have what appears to be a steeple shaped forehead.  This hairline pattern is typically very amenable to hairline lowering surgery as a one stage procedure without the need for hair transplants to shape the hairline.  About 10 percent of my hairline lowering patients have other procedures at the same time such as rhinoplasty, chin augmentation, etc... or the chin surgery could be done at a later date.

Natalie Attenello, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos.  From your photos, it appears that a hairline lowering surgery would be a great option.  In most
patients, this can be done as a single procedure at an outpatient surgery
center.  This will immediately lower one's hairline therefore reducing the
size and shape of your forehead.  There is minimal downtime with some swelling and bruising,
but most patients feel comfortable returning to social settings after a few
days (some wear a scarf or hat to hide the sutures until they are removed).
 In a good candidate, the results can be quite natural and beautiful.  A chin or jaw augmentation can also be done at the same time so you can recover from both surgeries.   I hope this helps!

Richard W. Fleming, MD (retired) · Answer

Your very high central forehead is not rare. Just this week I operated on a patient from Belgium who had the same problem. A hairline lowering with central forehead reduction will improve the dimensions of your forehead and facial proportions. A chin reduction can be done at the same time so you will have only one operation.

Sheldon S. Kabaker, MD FACS (retired) · Answer

It may be possible to surgically lieer the center of your hairline tobgive a near instant result making your forehead shorter and wider looking. In the same or later sitting a chin reduction procedure might be done if indicated.

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How to correct high and narrow forehead to achieve facial harmony? I'm also considering chin/jaw augmentation (Photo)

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Answer: Improving High Narrow Forehead With Forehead Reduction

Answer: Improving High Narrow Forehead With Forehead Reduction

Answer: Forehead and chin

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