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Bringing Harmony to the Upper Face

Forehead proportion plays a quiet but important role in overall facial balance. A higher hairline can draw attention upward, shifting focus away from the eyes and brows. Many patients have lived with this imbalance for years and seek refinement that feels intentional rather than dramatic.

At Restivo Plastic Surgery, forehead reduction is guided by patient priorities and careful evaluation. As a female-led, boutique practice serving Hawaii, care is provided in a calm, private setting at our office in Maui, with an emphasis on clarity, restraint, and natural-looking outcomes.

What Forehead Reduction Is Designed to Do

Forehead reduction, also known as hairline-lowering surgery, shortens the vertical height of the forehead by repositioning the hairline. The procedure is designed to improve the proportion between the forehead, brows, and eyes without altering natural facial expression.

Patients often consider forehead reduction when genetics or long-standing facial proportions feel misaligned. When carefully planned, the procedure enhances balance while maintaining a natural hairline and soft transitions.

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Ways Forehead Reduction Can Improve Balance

  • Improved Facial Proportion: Reducing forehead height helps rebalance the relationship between the upper face, eyes, and brows, creating a more harmonious overall appearance.
  • Natural Hairline Placement: Careful planning allows the hairline to be repositioned in a way that blends seamlessly with existing hair growth patterns.
  • Thoughtful, Anatomy-Based Planning: Each procedure is tailored to scalp flexibility, hairline characteristics, and facial structure, supporting precise and individualized results.
  • Confidence That Feels Personal: Subtle proportional changes often help patients feel more comfortable with their appearance without drawing attention to surgery.
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Are You Considering Forehead Reduction?

Forehead reduction is often considered by patients who feel their hairline sits higher than desired or that their forehead length disrupts facial balance. These concerns are frequently genetic and have been present for many years.

Good candidates are generally in stable health and have adequate scalp flexibility. During consultation, Dr. Restivo evaluates whether forehead reduction aligns with your goals and discusses options clearly, without pressure or assumptions.

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What the Process Typically Involves

  1. A Detailed, Listening-First Consultation: Your consultation begins with a discussion. Dr. Restivo evaluates hairline position, scalp characteristics, and facial proportions, helping determine whether forehead reduction or another approach best supports your goals.
  2. Surgical Planning and Treatment: Forehead reduction is performed using a carefully planned incision along the hairline. Surgical approach and anesthesia options are reviewed in advance, so expectations feel clear and informed.
  3. Early Healing and Care: After surgery, you’ll receive practical guidance to support comfort and healing. Temporary swelling, tightness, or sensitivity along the hairline is common early on and improves gradually.
  4. Continued Follow-Up: Follow-up visits allow healing to be monitored and questions addressed. Ongoing guidance ensures recovery progresses smoothly and adjustments are made as needed.

Why Choose Restivo Plastic Surgery?

Forehead reduction is a procedure where proportion, subtlety, and long-term appearance matter greatly. At Restivo Plastic Surgery, recommendations are guided by facial harmony and the belief that thoughtful refinement creates the most natural results.

Judgment Focused on Proportion

Dr. Restivo approaches forehead reduction in Hawaii with careful attention to how the hairline relates to the brows, eyes, and overall facial structure, helping results feel balanced rather than artificially lowered.

Experience Across Facial Anatomy

With training in both general and plastic surgery, Dr. Restivo brings a comprehensive understanding of anatomy and healing, supporting careful planning and consistent outcomes for proportion-focused procedures.

A Calm, Private Surgical Experience

Patients value clear communication, unhurried visits, and a discreet environment. Care is delivered in a quiet, respectful setting where comfort and clarity guide each step.

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Supporting Healing After Surgery

Recovery after forehead reduction varies based on individual healing and surgical approach. Many patients experience temporary swelling or tightness along the hairline, which gradually improves over the first several weeks.

Sensation changes can occur early and typically resolve as healing progresses. Clear aftercare instructions and ongoing support help patients feel confident throughout recovery.

How Results Continue to Refine

Initial changes become visible as swelling subsides, with results continuing to settle as tissues heal. Forehead reduction outcomes are designed to be long-lasting while allowing the face to age naturally. Hair growth patterns, scalp health, and overall wellness influence long-term appearance. Results are intended to remain proportionate and natural as they mature.

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Frequently Asked Questions Forehead Reduction

How does forehead reduction change facial proportions?

Forehead reduction shortens the vertical height of the forehead, helping rebalance proportions between the hairline, brows, and eyes. The goal is harmony rather than dramatic alteration.

Will the hairline look natural after surgery?

When planned carefully, the repositioned hairline blends with natural hair growth patterns. Attention is given to placement and incision design to support a soft, realistic appearance.

What does recovery feel like after a forehead reduction?

Patients often notice temporary tightness, swelling, or sensitivity along the hairline. These sensations typically improve gradually as healing progresses and tissues settle.

Can forehead reduction be combined with other procedures?

Forehead reduction may be combined with brow lift, eyelid surgery, facelift, or hair restoration procedures when appropriate. Combination planning is based on goals, anatomy, and coordinated recovery.

Schedule Your Consultation for Forehead Reduction in Hawaii

Schedule a consultation to discuss forehead reduction in Hawaii with Dr. Restivo and receive clear, personalized guidance in a calm, private setting focused on your priorities.

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