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Forehead osteomas and lipomas represent a common benign lesion found on the forehead. When visible, it can be distressing to the patient. While there are a variety of methods to remove these lesions, endoscopic approach with a single incision is the best. I utilize a small incision with specialized instruments specific for osteoma removal of the forehead, which allows me to perform this procedure comfortably in an in-office setting. Many patients can return to work in days rather than weeks with an incision conveniently hidden in the scalp.
It needs to be evaluated whether your bump is due soft tissue mass (lipoma, forehead cyst) or due to bone growth. An x-ray would be a good starting point. In both cases, once right diagnosis is confirmed, mass or bone can be removed using incision hidden in your hair.You should consult a plastic surgeon in your area for clinical evaluation and discuss your options. Good luck.
I suspect that it has been there all along and you just noticed. See a maxillofacial surgeon as this bone can be shaved down
Permanent bump on forehead. This kind of bump which is frequently secondary to excess bone growth can occur after forehead trauma. After a single X-ray to determine the thickness of the bone the excess be removed by filing the bone to improve forehead contour.
If you always had an issue with your forehead it may be a good idea to see a doctor in person for a consultation. Propecia will not lower your hair line.
If this is bone, which can be documented with one x-ray, it can be filed to improve the contour of your forehead. In fact I did this very procedure on a young man at the same time I did his rhinoplasty last week. His bump was also secondary to previous trauma.
If you are not pleased with your facial features and you are considering cosmetic surgery, it is best to see a doctor in person for a consultation.
These bumps are bony and the only way to address this is to have it shaved down by an expert, usually a maxillofacial surgeon
The best way to answer a question like this is to sit with a patient and discuss all their options. The following are some suggestions for you to consider. Your hairline can be lowered to improve facial proportions. I recommend the Irregular Trichophytic Hairline Incision technique that we...
I have been doing orbital bony contouring for over 30 years which would improve your forehead contouring. Also consult re the possibility of hair replacement surgery.