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Hairline Lowering/Forehead Reduction

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28 days post

Almost a month post op!

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WORTH IT$8,876
I’ve had little shock loss from my sides, but absolutely none in my front forehead incision.
Baby hairs have been sprouting everywhere!
I can’t say enough great things about Dr. Dudas, his assistant Liz, and the rest of the team.
I was super apprehensive about my post op healing, but it’s been going really well. I’ve been applying scar gel with silicone to the incision area. I have a good feeling that my scar will be undetectable in the coming weeks!

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Jason R. Dudas, MD

Jason R. Dudas, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (5)

September 2, 2019
Looks great! Did you notice global shock loss and thinning, or just at the side scar? 4 wks til my turn!
September 2, 2019
Hey Karinh! I did not experience global shock loss. Just a bit from the side. I feel like I over-worried about the hair loss. From what I understand, most people don't experience it if at all. While it does happen in some cases - think positive. I didn't really watch my diet or take any biotin pills. Just a daily multivitamin. I'm excited for you to get this life changing procedure. :-)
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November 28, 2019
Looks good . Were you pretty bare on dudes before procedure?
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November 28, 2019
* sides
February 17, 2020
What do you mean?
February 17, 2020
Oh yes! Super bars on the sides. If you scroll through my pics you’ll notice serious receding.
June 13, 2020
Looks great!
September 26, 2020
Any updates?
September 26, 2020
I think i'm just worried there aren't as many reviews compared to other doctors. Testimonial reviews from prior patients is always reassuring. Should I be concerned from lack of reviews?
November 30, 2020
I understand, however, I was comforted by the fact that Dudas studied under one of the first surgeons to offer the hairline lowering procedure.

Aside from that, I had a consultation where all my concerns were answered.
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13 days post

13 days post op

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Every day gets better and better.

The top of my head is still numb, which doesn’t really bother me.

The back of my head and sides by the incision are slightly tender.

My incision looks so good! I feel at this rate my scar will heal quickly.

Yesterday I was finally able to wash my hair more properly. I was directed not to run my fingers or shampoo directly over the incision area, however, I could suds up the area nearby as long as I was careful. I’ve been quite cautious during my entire recovery. So, after I concentrated the shampoo on the back of my head, I used a mirror to carefully suds up the rest of my hair. I took my index finger and thumb and placed suds on the strands closer to my incision line. Finally, a less greasy head:)

Yesterday I actually noticed baby hairs already sprouting by the incision on both the front and sides. I’m not sure if this is a common sign that is indicative of little or no shock loss. Fingers crossed!

Attached is a photo of my normal everyday hair loss in the shower. It’s gross, but I wanted to share for myself others. I also have very long hair. I’ll be sure to keep an eye on the loss during the coming weeks to see if it gets worse.

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August 20, 2019
Your scar looks so good! It will be almost invisible in a few weeks time! Stay positive and don't think about shockloss. You will continue to have amazing results
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August 20, 2019

That's great you're already seeing results! Happy healing

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11 days post

12 days post op

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I feel like everything is continuing to look great! I can’t wait to properly wash my hair.
Today, I had my first full workout since my procedure. I took a 45 min spin class with some strength training. I read that working out helps with blood flow and follicle stimulation.
It’s a bit early for shock loss, which I’m apprehensive about, but staying positive.

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August 14, 2019

Thanks for the update! It's looking good so far.

August 15, 2019
Surprised that you can’t properly wash your hair at day 12! Did they tell you to wait or is it just too tender?
August 16, 2019
I've been washing my hair, but it's been challenging to remove all the neosporin. My hair just looks greasy by the incision and the sides. At this point it is advised not to pour shampoo directly onto the incision and no fingers touching the incision. Suds rinsing over the incision with water is fine. So, it's a slight struggle washing hair. Does that make sense?