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Finally Getting my Hairline Lowered! - Oakland, CA
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Rogaine
RealSelf memberJuly 13, 2016
$7,500
Using Rogaine once a day on scalp as per instructions from Dr.
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August 8, 2016
Hello also thinking about doing this with Dr K but a bit anxious about: how long is your head numb afterwards? Has the hair at temples started to grow back yet (the shock hair that grows back) or is it permanent? Thanks for your wonderful and so helpful posts.
August 28, 2016
The top of my head is still numb and I'm 2 months post opt. The hair on my temples are growing back very slowly.
August 28, 2016
Hi i have posted my pics and review if you would like to take a look. Im in a similar position, 2 months post op, lots of hair loss. Thanks
August 10, 2016
when were you able to go back to work comfortably?
August 28, 2016
After a full week off I felt pretty comfortable going back to work. I just covered the scar with a scarf or hat.
October 26, 2016
Hi! I just want to wish you a happy healing! I had this same surgery over a year ago with Dr. Gal Aharonov. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made! He did an excellent job and if your having trouble with some highly pigmented spots try some latisse. That's what Dr. Aharonov recommended for me. He also gave me the option during surgery to sprout baby hair across my forehead to give it a more natural look. I use rogaine and I also take biotin daily and b12 which helps alot. My hair was thin like yours when I first got mine done now it is very thick and healthy.
January 22, 2017
Did you put anything particular on your incision after stitches were removed? Antibacterial ointment, petroleum jelly, scar cream?
October 11, 2017
I wish my Dr. offered to sprout baby hairs across my forehead. I definitely think my results would have looked a lot more natural! I will most likely get a hair transplant in the future just to fill in my temples and add some baby hairs.
November 29, 2016
Would you recommend this surgery? Now that more time has passed post op, has your hair stopped thinning? Thanks
October 11, 2017
It's hard to say. Everyone's body responds differently to surgery. Unfortunately, I'm one of those cases where surgery did more harm than good. I'm a year and a few months post op and still dealing with hair loss. I'd say if you have thin hair to begin with this type of surgery is probably not meant for you.
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22 days post
2.5 week update
RealSelf memberJuly 13, 2016
Hey everyone, sorry it's been taking me so long on the updates. I've been busy with work and preparing for school to start in a few weeks. Anyways, I'm not exactly sure how I feel about my forehead yet because it's still so early in the recovery process. At times, I wish that my hairline was slightly lower, but idk if I'm just being too picky. What I absolutely don't like, is how my temples look. They are completely hairless and when I pull my hair back my forehead looks like my old forehead. I'm hoping with time my baby hairs will cover up my temples, which will make my hairline look a lot better. My dream was to be able to wear my hair all back in a high cute bun and I'm not sure if I will be comfortable enough to do that any time soon, which honestly makes me sad. I'm also experiencing some hair loss, but I'm using Rogaine (on my 2nd week) so hopefully that makes a difference. I have to keep reminding myself that my head went through a lot of trauma and that I'm still recovering and I need to continue to be patient with the process. The top of my head is still completely numb and soooooo tender. It's painful when I comb my hair. I have only been combing my hair in the shower with plenty of conditioner. Also, I'm not using any heat on my hair. I've just been wearing my hair culy and treating it with coconut oil and leave in conditioner. The plan is to go completely natural (no heat) for a good 6-8 months, since I've been pulling and straightening my hair all of my life to cover my forehead. It's time to just let my hair rest and grow! I have a follow up appointment next week and I'm going to talk about my concerns with the Dr. Hair transplant is something I'm definitely considering but I don't want to jump too ahead yet. It's still so early.
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July 15, 2016
Amazing results! Not that my opinion matters but I don't think you need the transplant. You look fine to me.
July 16, 2016
thx for the update. has anyone noticed a difference in ur forehead? or is it a subtle change?
August 2, 2016
A close friend of mine mentioned that my forehead looked smaller, but I just brushed it off lol. Other than that, no one has said anything.
July 19, 2016
I want to get that surgery so bad but I want my forehead real low, what exactly do they do for that?
August 2, 2016
They see whether or not you have enough elasticity to bring down your hair line to your desired spot.
August 2, 2016
How much hair loss did you experience? I have had this procedure, 4 weeks ago now and lost a good bit at the front. Can't wait for it to grow back! Using regaine too.
August 2, 2016
I lost a lot of hair, but the Rogaine seems to be working. I'm just now starting to see a difference in density. Hopefully more hair grows with time!
August 8, 2016
Has it grown much sense your operation? Can you wear your hair back yet? I can't wear mine back at all. Lots of hair out at the front and around the side a bit of the hairline :( hopeful it will grow back for christmas x
October 11, 2016
No need for a transplant. Your hairline looks natural. I think that filling in will make it look like a lacefront.
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6 days post
Day 7
RealSelf memberJune 27, 2016
I can't wait to get my stitches out tomorrow. I'm just wondering if it hurts? I'm still dealing with minor headaches that come and go. The top of my head is completely numb, which feels soooooooo freaking weird especially when I wash my hair. I'm very excited to be able to wear my hair curly. I always thought straight bangs with the rest of my hair curly looked kind of funny to me lol so I'm looking forward to giving my hair a break from all the blow drying and straightening and rocking big curly hair!
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June 27, 2016
lookin' good! how much was dr.kabaker able to lower it?
June 27, 2016
Your results are amazing you look beautiful thank you for posting and how much did it cost to get your hairline lowered?
June 27, 2016
The hairline is looking real good so far!!!!! I am totally jealous at the moment. Lol
June 28, 2016
It looks so good! Hopefully I can get as good as results. Thanks for posting your progress :)
I'm looking into getting this procedure done within the next few months. I'm trying to prepare myself for the side effects of this procedure haha. I think the cons are worth it as long as I have a small forehead lol.