Forehead Contouring
Forehead contouring is a cosmetic surgery procedure that is performed in order to soften a person's facial features and create a more feminine appearance. It is a common MTF FFS surgery, and is sometimes referred to as forehead shaving or brow bone reduction.
Dr. Sheldon Lincenberg has many years of experience with forehead contouring surgery. He has earned the reputation as the top FFS surgeon in Atlanta as well as in Marietta, Cumming, Alpharetta and Kennesaw counties, and also those from surrounding states.
What is Forehead Contouring Surgery?
Forehead contouring surgery is a Facial Feminization Surgery that is preferred by patients who are transitioning from male to female. However it is also selected by cis-women to improve their features. During this procedure, the surgeon will shave the brow bone in order to reduce its size and prominence as well as reshape the orbital bones in the face.
Ultimately, the goal of the forehead contouring procedure is to reduce the size of the brow ridge and to soften the features of the face. The precise techniques that are used during this procedure typically create a more feminine appearance, which is why this is considered one of the top MTF FFS procedures.
Forehead Contouring Fast Facts
Average Cost: $7000-$13000
Recovery Time: 2-4 weeks
Type: Outpatient
Anesthesia: General Anesthesia
Serving patients in: Atlanta, Marietta, Cumming, Alpharetta, Kennesaw and throughout surrounding states.
Benefits of Forehead Contouring
Patients who opt for the forehead contouring surgery find that there are many benefits associated with this procedure, including:
They are able to achieve a smoother, sleeker and more feminine shape for their face.
They are able to enjoy a permanent change.
The procedure confirms their gender and allows them to live a more authentic life.
The results offer them improved confidence, which benefits both their professional and personal lives.
This procedure can be done to lower a receding hairline and/or arch the eyebrows.
This FFS procedure can be performed alongside other facial feminization surgeries. The most popular FFS procedures to have done in tandem with the brow bone reduction are the tracheal shave, rhinoplasty or jawline slimming procedures.
Before & After - To Update
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What to Expect: Consultation to Recovery
Consultation
The brow bone reduction surgery will have a significant impact on your appearance. Once you decide that this is the facial feminization surgery that you want to have performed in order to achieve a softer, more feminine look, then the next step is to find the right surgeon to perform the procedure.
In order to find the right surgeon, you should set up consultation appointments with several cosmetic surgeons in your region. This is what you need to cover during the consultation appointment:
Talk with the surgeon about their experience — not only with cosmetic surgery in general, but specifically with facial feminization procedures. It is critical that you work with a surgeon who is experienced with this particular surgery and who has worked extensively with transgender patients who are transitioning. You need to partner with a surgeon who has the precise surgical skills that you need as well as the empathetic and understanding approach that you deserve.
Ask to see before and after photos of previous surgeries that the surgeon has completed. The gallery should include photographs of patients who have had the forehead contouring surgery performed by that surgeon.
Ask questions — and lots of them. The surgeon that you choose should be willing to answer all of your questions about this procedure, about their specific approach and about the results that you will receive. The right surgeon will open, honest, patient and transparent.
Dr. Sheldon Lincenberg is considered to be the top plastic surgeon in Atlanta. Not only is he double board certified, but he's also Mayo Clinic-trained. With more than 19 years of experience performing gender affirmation surgery, he is uniquely qualified to work with patients who are in the midst of transitioning. He understands the important role that gender affirming surgeries play in an individual's ability to live an authentic and confident life. For more than 30 years, Dr. Sheldon Lincenberg has been helping all types of patients achieve their facial and body plastic surgery goals.
For more information about the forehead contouring surgery and to find out if you are a good candidate for this procedure, schedule a consultation appointment with Dr. Sheldon Lincenberg today.
Schedule Your Consultation with Dr. Lincenberg
Dr. Sheldon Lincenberg is considered to be the top plastic surgeon in Atlanta. Not only is he double board certified, but he's also Mayo Clinic-trained. With more than 19 years of experience performing gender affirmation surgery, he is uniquely qualified to work with patients who are in the midst of transitioning. He understands the important role that gender affirming surgeries play in an individual's ability to live an authentic and confident life. For more than 30 years, Dr. Sheldon Lincenberg has been helping all types of patients achieve their facial and body plastic surgery goals.
For more information about forehead contouring surgery and to find out if you are a good candidate for this procedure, schedule a consultation appointment with Dr. Sheldon Lincenberg today.
Preparing for Your Forehead Contouring Surgery
In the weeks leading up to your surgery, it is important that you prepare yourself both physically and emotionally for the procedure. These are some steps that you should take:
Talk with your surgeon about taking HRT prior to your surgery. Depending on the procedure, you may need to stop some medications several days leading up to the surgery. Your physician and your surgeon can provide you with specific instructions regarding HRT.
Consult with your doctor about any medications that you are taking to determine if you can continue taking them prior to the procedure.
Avoid smoking and do not drink excessively in the weeks leading up to the procedure. Your body should be in good physical and emotional health for the surgery.
You may be required to fast prior to the procedure due to the use of anesthesia. Your surgeon will tell you when you need to stop eating and drinking before the surgery.
Dr. Lincenberg's Facility
Dr. Lincenberg will perform your forehead contour surgery in a state-of-the-art surgical center in Atlanta. The facility is AAAA certified, clean, well-maintained and equipped with everything the surgeon needs to successfully complete your procedure. From the moment you arrive at the surgical center, you will be made to feel safe, welcomed, reassured and comfortable.
Surgery
Dr. Sheldon Lincenberg begins the forehead contouring procedure by making a discrete incision near the hairline. Then, he works to shape the brow bone, in order to reduce its prominence and soften the individual's facial features. The type and amount of sculpting that is performed depends heavily on the patient's natural features and their goals for the surgery.
In addition, the rim bones around the eye sockets are sometimes removed and reshaped in order to achieve the desired results. Finally, specialized bone paste may be used in order to smooth out the patient's new appearance and create the best possible look for them.
Forehead Contouring Recovery
The forehead contouring procedure is a major surgical procedure, and patients should be prepared to endure a recovery that may last for between 2 and 4 weeks. The exact length of the recovery process will depend on the amount of work that was performed and the number of FFS procedures that were completed at once.
While the forehead contouring surgery is an outpatient procedure, due to the nature of the surgery, there is the potential for an overnight stay. You should discuss this possibility with your surgeon in advance and prepare accordingly.
In most cases, you will be able to resume your normal daily activities within 4 to 6 weeks. However, you may find that you experience forehead numbness for up to a year while your body heals.
What Our Customers Are Saying - To Update
“Having moved to Georgia from Pennsylvania, I wasn’t familiar with trans resources or trusted surgeons to perform a mastectomy in the area. After a bit of research it became clear Dr. Lincenberg’s office was the best choice. Upon calling to schedule a consultation, I was greeted by friendly and charismatic staff. The environment is overwhelmingly comfortable; something that’s crucial to avoid anxiety in this stress-inducing process. Dr. Lincenberg is experienced and personable, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the results of my surgery." - Kayden
Learn More - To Update
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