If you’re considering a forehead lift but worried about potential changes to your hairline, you’re not alone. This is a common concern, especially for people with a naturally high forehead or those experiencing hair thinning. At Watterson Plastic Surgery, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Paul Watterson brings extensive experience in facial rejuvenation techniques and offers personalized approaches to help you achieve a refreshed look without unwanted trade-offs.
Incision Placement
Forehead lift techniques have advanced significantly over the years, and incision placement plays a key role in minimizing any effect on the hairline. Traditional (or coronal) lifts typically involve an incision across the top of the scalp, which can slightly raise the hairline. For people with a lower hairline, this may not be a concern. However, for others, it could make the forehead appear longer than desired.
Today, many people are good candidates for an endoscopic forehead lift, a minimally invasive technique that utilizes several small incisions hidden behind the hairline. This approach reduces scarring and helps preserve your natural hairline while still elevating the brow and smoothing forehead lines.
Customized Planning for Your Hairline
During your consultation, Dr. Watterson will examine your forehead shape, hair pattern, and facial anatomy to determine which technique suits your goals. If you already have a high hairline or areas of thinning, he can modify the incision pattern to avoid drawing attention to those areas. In some cases, a hairline-lowering brow lift may even be possible, subtly improving balance between your upper face and forehead.
It’s this level of customization — and attention to detail — that helps ensure natural-looking results. The goal is always to restore a youthful, alert appearance without creating signs of surgery or shifting your hairline in a way that feels unnatural.
What About Hair Growth?
Most people notice little to no long-term change in hair growth around the incision area after brow lift. Any minor thinning near incision sites typically improves as healing progresses. Dr. Watterson takes care to use precise techniques that minimize trauma to hair follicles and support healthy regrowth.
Trust Experience and Personalization
A forehead lift should enhance your natural features, not create new cosmetic concerns. Dr. Watterson’s surgical experience, combined with a tailored approach for each patient, ensures results that look refreshed while maintaining your unique facial structure and hairline.
If you’re thinking about a forehead lift or endoscopic brow lift in Salt Lake City or Draper, Utah, please call Watterson Plastic Surgery at 801-571-2020 to schedule your consultation and learn more about your options.
