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Is It Possible to Lift My Temples and Pull Back Hairline?

  • r.t
  • Tel Aviv, 05
  • 4 years ago

hi i'd like to know if there is any way to pull back my temples and lift my hairline at the sides of my head. i mean like a temple lift but not for wrinkles because i'm still quite young (30) and i just want my face to look the way it looks when i pull back my hair very very tight. is that possible? thank you.

Doctor Answers 7

Yes this can be done.

November 18th, 2011
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However you really need a personal consultation and facial analysis to determine the right approach for you.  

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD


Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon
4.9 out of 5 stars 23 reviews

Temple lift to raise hairline

November 19th, 2011
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Consider electrolysis if you want  to raise your temporal hairline. There would be no scar or danger of nerve damage. 

Web reference: http://www.kabaker.com

Sheldon S. Kabaker, MD FACS

Sheldon S. Kabaker, MD FACS
Oakland Facial Plastic Surgeon
4.6 out of 5 stars 25 reviews

Temple lift

November 18th, 2011
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Yes you can have a temple lift (modified forehead lift). The incision is within the hair line parallel to the area that need a lift. It is important to know the anatomy because of the temporal branch of the facial nerve, need to protect that.

Samir Shureih, MD

Samir Shureih, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
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November 17th, 2011
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It's hard to say without seeing exactly what you want but I think the answer is "yes". You would need some type of forehead lift, or mini temporal lift. You would have a scar in you scalp which should be covered by your hair. If you think you will develop significant baldness you might need to reconsider.

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You would require a consultation with an experienced Plastic Surgeon to determine desired results.  A Temporal brow lift would raise the hair line somewhat, the incision is generally made in the hair line so there is no visible scaring on the face. 

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Lifting Temples can be done by mini temple lift

April 11th, 2012
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The short answer is yes, there are some mini temple lift procedures with incisions hidden behind the hairline. But to determine if you would be a good candidate you should see a board certified plastic surgeon or facial plastic surgeon skilled in this technique.

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A temporal lift, done with an incision within the hair above the ear would accomplish what you want. I assume you are a female where there is no risk of future hair loss. As Dr. Kabaker suggested, your temporal hairline can be modified with electrolysis; laser hair removal can also be done.

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