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Hairline Lowering/ Forehead Reduction done on 4/18/16 in Oakland, CA
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After reading the various reviews and seeing the...
ApplePeachCobblerSeptember 14, 2015
WORTH IT$7,500
After reading the various reviews and seeing the awesome before and afters, I think I am finally ready to move on to the next step. I found out about the hairline lowering procedure about 2 years ago, but I've been obsessing over having it for months now. The money is no longer a problem and I'm tired of hiding behind side swept bangs. Those in my shoes know the deal. I'm just tired of feeling limited. I can't swim, have to be careful in the wind, can't just roll out of bed, can't workout without bangs in my face etc. I don't have a doctor in mind and haven't had any consults yet as I am still doing through research. Ideally I would like to have the procedure done by the end of this year. I would prefer to stay local but for damn good results I'd make the decision to travel. I haven't traveled in years, and I would be going by myself so that is an issue I'd definitely have to overcome. I guess I'll shop around locally and go further out as I begin my search.
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September 16, 2015
Since you live in GA, Dr. Epstein may be an option for you, as he is in FL. I was really picky on who I chose, as I did not want just any doctor working around my face!
September 16, 2015
Thanks I'll look him up! Do you have any before and afters? How much lowering did you achieve and what was the cost?
September 17, 2015
I perform surgery to correct this situation quite frequently. With good scalp laxity we usually shorten the forehead 3cm in a relatively simple one stage operation.
September 17, 2015
Dr. Kabaker, do you offer online consults such as Skype to assess scalp laxity for those not in close proximity?
September 17, 2015
I am doing a number of Skype consultations later this morning. I could possibly add you.
September 17, 2015
Thank you for your reply Dr. Kabaker. I am afraid I may not have answered back in time for today. If possible, I'd like to schedule a Skype consult for Friday, or next week. I already know that Monday 9/21 I will be unavailable.
September 19, 2015
I understand your decision . I think that you should do your homework before going for surgery ... When i do my forehead reduction I am gonna choose Dr.Gal aharanov .in beverly hills , just see his reviews and his patients . all best of luck
September 29, 2015
I know exactly what you are going through with hiding, thorough research, traveling alone etc. Are there any other procedures you have considered ?. I have, such as rhinoplasty.
September 29, 2015
I have considered rhinoplasty and breast augmentation as well. I will take each procedure at an individual basis. I am in no rush but if I luck out and find a MD that offers great results in both arenas then I'll take it. I also want to get forehead reduction first, and then give it some time to get use to my face with a normal hairline. Not sure if it would make a difference, but my forehead is almost always covered. Wearing it out would definitely take some getting used to for me. I already know what I'd like to change with my nose, however I think taking each facial surgery one at a time would make it less shocking for me and less noticeable by others as time goes on. I hope that makes sense.
September 29, 2015
Are you considering hairline lowering in addition to rhinoplasty?
UPDATED FROM ApplePeachCobbler
7 months pre
Starting point.......
ApplePeachCobblerSeptember 15, 2015
Here are pictures of my starting point. The distance between my hairline and eyebrows is very high as you can see. It measures 10 cm (3.9 inches). I am looking to lowering it by 1-1.5 inches (2.5-3.8 cm). However I do not want a low hairline that looks "Neanderthal" like (I.e. Fergie, Theresa Guidice). I definitely don't want to be greedy but I want just enough of a difference to make me feel comfortable enough to pull my hair back. I just feel like my face overall is not balanced because my forehead overpowers my other features. My eyes are pretty but you'd never notice them with my 6 head in the way! I have a pretty full hairline with thick hair. So I think I should be able to hide any post surgical scars. What do you all think? I have done some research, however I'd like to know from you all who are some fab surgeons I should look into?
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September 17, 2015
I accidentally stumbled across forehead reduction recently and i have been very interested. Didn't know there was such a thing. From all the reviews I have read on RS, it seems Kabaker in Oakland and Aharanov in Beverly Hills are the go to surgeons for this procedure if you're up for a trip!
September 27, 2015
Thanks! I am still doing my research. Found a surgeon in GA where I have close friends staying so I will start the consultation phase down there and work my way out west if I am unsatisfied.
September 27, 2015
You are approaching this properly. Get all the information you can and see if you and the doctor are right for each other. I've lectured in Atlanta for 3 straight years and I would hope that young surgeon has found my presentations worth incorporating into practice.
November 30, 2015
Who is the surgeon in Ga? I am wanting to do this!! Wish i has known years ago this existed!! Miserable life in younger years; missing out on swimming, boating etc to keep my hair from blowing! Lol plus i have a convertible! Smh! I think $10-14 grand is a LOT of money!!! Plus i need it to be where i can drive n have a driver/caregiver with me!! Have you done it yet? Quoted cost?
December 1, 2015
Have you heard of Dr. Kabaker? He is located in California, and I know for sure this is the person I'm choosing to do my procedure. He has done the most procedures in this area and is one of the most well known surgeons. From what I've seen, his prices can be as low as $7,000
December 1, 2015
I am in SC so looking for reasonable ($7,000) pricing n that amount seems fine...but not having to fly to Ca. :(
April 23, 2016
De Majmundar was who I saw in my initial consult in Atlanta. He quoted me 6500. I went to Dr. Kabaker in Oakland and I traveled alone. Recovery was not horrible and I had someone from the office escort me back to my hotel room. If tvcan be done but I wouldn't reccomend it unless that was your only option.
September 27, 2015
I've been researching this procedure also. And I know for sure I am choosing Dr. Kankaker. When you go to his website he has tons of before and after a of hairline lowering patients. Dr. arahanov only had like 5 on his website. Also Dr. Kabaker's been doing this procedure for over 30 years and his procedures cost around 7 to 8 thousand while Arahonv's costs around $10,000 for every patient. I'm still saving but hopefully I'm done by the end of this year.
January 1, 2016
You mean aharonov has like 50 photos on his website, not 5! I had a friend who had aharonov for this procedure and she couldn't be happier. He had several hundred different patients' photos to show in the office.
October 26, 2015
Have you done it yet?? Cost? Dr in ga?
March 22, 2016
I have not. I had a consultation with a PS I'm GA but I will not proceed with him. I looking towards PS on the west coast.
April 23, 2016
He charged me $6500 for 1 step but told me for the desired amount of advancement I wanted I would need the 2 step procedure which would have totaled $12,000.
December 2, 2015
I want this done Oct. 2016 and will start having consults around June. For me it is between Aharanov in Beverly Hills (If he feels confident he can do a 1 stage procedure it will be him) or a doctor in Atlanta Mike Majmundar if I have to get a 2 stage procedure. I just cannot fly back and forth dealing with an expander, airfare, time off work & school. It's way too much and i'm trying to do this secretly. Majmundar is less than 30 minutes away from where I live so it would make more sense. I'm looking forward to your update because my forehead is around the same size as yours.
April 23, 2016
I went to Majmundar for my first consultation. My impression of Majmundar was not that great. I could tell he did not have as much experience as he claimed to have, nor did he do it often. If you live close by to Atlanta, a consultation may still be beneficial as it is free.
March 27, 2016
Don't just go to someone who is close by. Look at their website photos. How many do they have? Do you like the results? Do you see patients who have a hairline as high as yours? Pick the best results, not the closest!
UPDATED FROM ApplePeachCobbler
7 months pre
Starting point
ApplePeachCobblerSeptember 15, 2015
Side picture of my hairline and temples. I think I should be able to hide any scarring.
Thanks for starting your story on RealSelf! I hope you will keep us posted on all the details. How old are you, if you don't mind my asking?
Gotcha! Thanks for sharing that. :)