My very protruding forehead make me look angry/unfriendly/aggressive. What can I do? (photos)

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My relaxed face looks like I'm angry or mean, or a psychopath. I often notice people looking away quickly after they have a look at my face. It makes me feel ugly and I also feel it has a negative impact on people's perceptions of me. The pictures represent a neutral facial expression. If I make an effort and lift my eyebrows a bit it doesn't look as bad but it still looks a bit unnatural and also it makes me really anxious to have to consciously do that. Any advice?

Kevin Ende, MD · Answer

Your photos are not of anything recognizable.  I am not sure how your questions were answered by one of the surgeons below, but perhaps you have changed your photos since he answered the question. I would suggest retaking photos of your face and hairline and reposting this question, but in general, hairline lowering can help patients who were born with large foreheads.

Bryan Rolfes, MD · Answer

The 3 photos currently displayed on my screen seem like the wrong photos, I cannot see your face in any of them.  Without a photo I can make several General recommendations.  I have done forehead bone reductions for several men who feel that their brow bone is too prominent and makes them look angry,  unintelligent, or like a cave man.    The main concern when doing this procedure in men is that the incisions will be hidden in the hairline.  If you have a strong  family history of hair loss this may not be the procedure for you.   If you have minimal hair loss and\or are committed to having hair transplants if you develop recession, then brow reduction can open your eyes and lift your eyebrows and create a much more approachable and engaging  face.    If you would like more specific advice I would need better photographs.  Have a great day. -Dr. Rolfes

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Your hairline is perfect, but you might see a plastic surgeon if you don't like your facial presentation.

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