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30 Year Old Forehead Reduction

UPDATED FROM Saintmark
3 years post

3 year update :-)

WORTH IT$7,500
Quick update!
It’s been just over 3 years now since I had the surgery. It was the best decision I’ve made and I’m living my best life everyday with my new hair!

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Sheldon S. Kabaker, MD FACS (retired)

Sheldon S. Kabaker, MD FACS (retired)

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Looks amazing! I heard rumours he retired?
Thank you! Yes, he did retire
Hey U look So Handsome now! The surgeon did a fabulous job. Probably couldn’t even see scars if you weren’t looking for them. Probably the best thing you’ve ever done?.... Love your new hairstyle!
Sorry meant that as a question. Would u say your pleased as that you did it?
Very pleased! Let me know if you have questions
Do you experience any hair loss? If so, how are you combat it to avoid the hairline reduction and overalll thinning of the hair? Losing your hair would mean that the scar would be totally exposed so I am wondering if that was taken into consideration while planning your surgery?
Hi - thankfully I have not experienced any hair loss during or after surgery. My new hairline has remained in tact for 4 years now. It is possible that the scar would be visible years down the road if I loose my hair. But there have been rent pharmaceutical hair drugs come out recently. I am currently on finasteride to prevent hair loss
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10 months post

10 month update!

Been receiving some requests to see how the healing has been going so far. Everything has been wonderful!
I have full sensation on my scalp probably only 4-5 months after the surgery. The scar I would say is fully healed. It is no longer red or pink. It is a much less visible white scar, it's very thin too and does a nice job blending into the hairline. That said, it is still very close to then hairline.
I think the scar is only visible if you call it out and look close under harsh living.look under ha

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The text cut off the rest of my update. I was gonna say the biggest difference to my hair texture is actually how it grows. It used to be more straight, but now its more of a natural wave. Not a big deal, if I want it straight I use hair product. But my hair feels just as thick as it was before surgery! If you have any questions feel free to reach out!
Hi,
My question is did your hair thin or shed at all right after surgery. My hair thinned out all over. I'm just curious if I will get my density back months after surgery? Did hair fully grow thru your Scar?
Your results look great!
Hair doesnt grow through scarred skin...
Um wow!! That first pic where you have your hair styled, you look like a model!!! You were very attractive to start with but the procedure and wave to your hair has absolutely brought out your best! congratulations on your journey and I'm glad things have gone well for you. Thanks for posting and update for us all to see!
Looks awesome! I'm having mine done in a month and I'm super nervous!
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4 months post

4 month update!

Hey folks!
A long overdue update is in order. Checking in to say everything is going marvelous and in short, the surgery was worth every penny!
1st month: Entire scalp numb, felt really weird to wash or touch. I was very gentle styling and didn't get a haircut for a month. Scar was red as to be expected, no visible shedding. Being patient and taking things easy. Didn't workout for 2 weeks.
2nd month: Got a haircut, my usual barber was completely fascinated and in love with the new look lol. More aggressive healing, got an occasion hair pimple along the incision line. Scalp would occasional itch at night, meaning nerves were coming back. Began tropical treatments for the scar. Used Mederma. About 20% feeling back on scalp.
3rd month: more comfortable styling hair. I have noticed the biggest change for me hasn't been the hair density, seems pretty close to before. But oddly enough it has changed the way my hair natural rest. So before it was straight and now it is wavy. Haha, not a big deal, I can straighten it with a come and product but that's the biggest change. Hair still thick, no shedding.
4th month: Scar is making some great improvements, the red is starting to fade away. Using Apple cidar vinegar every night to apply to the scar and it's really working. Scalp has about 80% feeling back. No shedding and having fun trying out new hairstyles. I still wear my hair down to conceal scar and keep it out of the sunlight. It's easy to be patient now because I'm in love with the results.
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Thanks for sharing! :)
You're welcome!
Hi looks great just wondering if you took any supplements to lower risk of hair loss i.e. Propecia, minoxidil or vitamins, thanks
Thanks! I am taking Propecia to protect my investment:-)
Thanks for the update. The results look fantastic!
Any current updates? Very interested in this procedure. Do you have any cost break downs for this type of procedure. Thank you !
How many cm did you come down by? Did they straighten the hairline out at all? I'm a little receeded in the corners so was hoping not only could they bring the hairline down but also straighten it