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Aesthetic surgery makes it possible to correct all parts of the face, including the forehead. This operation is called frontoplasty. With its help, the forehead can be made higher or narrower, remove age-related changes, soften the overall facial expression.

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Indications for frontoplasty

Forehead correction surgery is done with a number of disadvantages:

• asymmetry of its sections;
• excessive size that violates the general proportions of the face;
• small size;
• too protruding forehead, overhanging superciliary arches;
• wrinkles;
• defects acquired due to injuries (bumps and dents).

Frontoplasty is done for men and women. It is also shown in combination with other interventions carried out during a sex change. The operation is performed for aesthetic reasons, if the patient’s own appearance does not suit the patient, it provokes the development of complexes.

Contraindications for Forehead Reduction or Augmentation Surgery

Some patients, despite the presence of forehead defects, the operation is not performed. Reasons for rejection may include:

• inflammatory process that develops in the tissues of the corrected area;
• oncological disease;
• pathologies in which blood clotting is impaired;
• severe form of diabetes;
• any infection;
• exacerbation of a chronic disease;
• inflammation or infection in the frontal or nasal sinuses;
• age up to 18 years;
• predisposition to the formation of keloid scars.

Preparing to correct the shape of the forehead and brow ridges

Before undergoing surgery, the patient must go through a preliminary stage. An examination is necessary to confirm the absence of contraindications, as well as to reveal the structural features of the bones of the forehead, the size of the sinuses. It includes:

Then the patient is waiting for a consultation with the surgeon, during which the nature of the necessary changes is determined to obtain the desired result. A conversation with an anesthesiologist is also necessary, since general anesthesia is used during the operation. You should tell your doctor about all the medications you take and any allergic reactions that have occurred.

At the stage of preparation, that is, 2 weeks before the operation, you can not drink alcohol, drink blood-thinning drugs, it is advisable to stop smoking.

Frontoplasty of the forehead and brow ridges

The nature of the changes that the intervention provides relates to the size of the forehead and the location of the superciliary ridges. They can be combined, or only one defect is corrected during frontoplasty. The operation lasts from 2 to 3.5 hours, the duration is determined by the scale of the necessary changes.

How does the forehead increase or decrease

Correction of the size of an area that is not aesthetically pleasing is carried out according to a similar scheme:

• First, the doctor makes markings on the skin with a marker. This is necessary for the accuracy of cuts and improvements in different areas.

• The patient is given anesthesia. Then you need to wait until it works.
• With a scalpel, the doctor makes an incision along the hairline. Its length is from one ear to the other.
• Features of the main stage depend on the existing shortcomings and the desired effect. If the forehead needs to be reduced, bone bridges are removed and the surface of the bones in the area of ​​the frontal tubercles is resurfaced. For the last step, special cutters are used. At the end of these manipulations, the scalp is moved slightly down. If necessary, make the forehead more convex, increase the size, install the implant.

You can also add volume by transplanting your own tissues, for example, fat. The same techniques apply for asymmetry. Both frontal lobes are corrected by grinding the bone or adding volume with an implant.

• After the main stages of correction, including the removal of part of the skin tissue with a reduction in the forehead, the wound is sutured. The operated area is protected with a sterile dressing.

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How is the correction of the superciliary arches performed?

If in general the height of the forehead suits, but in the area of ​​​​the eyebrows it sticks out too much or, on the contrary, looks too smooth, this drawback can also be corrected. The operation includes several stages:

To make the forehead more feminine, the latter are removed. The edges of the bone in the area of ​​the superciliary arches are polished with a medical cutter. If it is necessary to increase this area, implants are placed. The edges of the superciliary tubercles are not subject to other changes.

• Movement of bone fragments. They are put in a new position, at a different angle, controlling the nerve connections, fixed with medical glue or titanium plates. Sometimes, in conclusion, excess skin tissue is excised, which appeared due to a decrease in bone volume. The operation ends with suturing and dressing.

Result before and after frontoplasty

The effect of intervention in reducing the forehead, giving it more femininity, consists of several favorable changes:

• the corrected part of the face looks more proportional, loses asymmetry;
• there are no bumps, bumps, giving the appearance of masculinity;
• the superciliary arches are smoothed out, and the eyebrows themselves move slightly upwards, making the look more open;
• the skin loses age folds, looks younger;
• the hairline moves down, which makes it possible to wear any hairstyle, including opening the forehead;
• bald patches are eliminated.

If the forehead was too narrow, after correcting the height, the result is:

• greater expressiveness of this part of the face, usually by giving a clear shape (rounded in women, slightly square in men);
• moving the hairline up;
• increase in the bulge of the forehead;
• elimination of the asymmetry of its sections;
• smoothing wrinkles due to the presence of the implant.

A special effect is the increase in the superciliary arches. At the same time, the eyes look deeper set, the look is tougher, which gives the appearance of masculinity.

Recovery period after frontoplasty

Since the intervention involves the use of general anesthesia, the patient will have to stay in the hospital for at least a day after it. Rehabilitation is characterized by the following features:

• at first there is swelling, which gradually moves from the forehead to the lower parts of the face;
• there are hematomas, which are the result of trauma to the vessels;
• for several days worried about pain in the forehead, heaviness in the eye area;
• 3 - 4 days you can not wash your hair and comb your hair, then all these manipulations must be done with great care;
• to get rid of discomfort, prevent infectious complications, painkillers and antibiotics are prescribed;
• seams need to be treated with antiseptics 2 times a day;
• remove them after 10 - 12 days in the doctor's office;
• swelling and bruising disappear after 2-3 weeks;
• in order for these signs to disappear faster, it is necessary to sleep on a high pillow, without turning over on your stomach or side;
• it is not necessary to stay in one position for a long time during the rehabilitation period, you need to move, give the body a small load;
• serious sports will have to be postponed for a month;
• all this time you can’t also go to the bathhouse, and prefer a warm shower to a hot bath;
• in order to avoid the formation of blood clots and for the speedy regeneration of damaged tissues, you should drink plenty of water;

The initial effect of frontoplasty will appear after 4 weeks. The whole period is better to stay at home, doing only recovery and avoiding stress. You can evaluate the final result after 3 months. At this time, internal tissues will heal, scars will smooth out.

If you do not follow the rules of rehabilitation, the recovery period may be complicated by the emergence of new problems:

• bleeding;
• severe pain;
• wound infection;
• the formation of blood clots;
• forehead numbness;
• disruption of the muscles of the operated area;
• the appearance of noticeable scars;
• skin hyperpigmentation;
• hair loss in the seam area;
• tissue necrosis;
• asymmetry in the forehead and eyebrows;
• dissatisfaction with the result of the operation.

Complications can also arise for reasons beyond the control of the patient. The culprits are the errors of the doctor or previously unidentified features of the body.

The cost of frontoplasty to correct the shape of the forehead and brow ridges

Forehead correction intervention is a technically complex manipulation that requires high qualification and sufficient experience from a plastic surgeon, as well as the availability of special equipment. Therefore, its cost is high. The use of implants increases the price, especially when they have to be made individually. If frontoplasty is done in Russia, it will cost at least 100,000 rubles.

Surgical correction of the forehead is not performed for health reasons. If it is possible to improve this part of the face with makeup, hairstyles, it may be worth refusing the operation. But in the absence of another way out, you need to do it, making sure of the qualifications of the surgeon and following the recommendations.

Still scratching your head trying to figure out what character your man has? Surely you have heard that the owners of thin lips are reserved and reserved natures, and a long nose is a sign of a virtuoso lover. Having mastered the skill of physiognomy, you can read it like an open book.

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Today, the editors of the site share secrets about what features in appearance say about personality type, emotions and thoughts.

Analyze in order: body type, head shape, proportions of the upper, middle and lower thirds of the face, forehead, eyebrows, eyes, nose, mouth. Take a closer look at gestures, facial expressions, features of the look, gait and manner of communication. Start studying a person from top to bottom, advises psychologist and leading sex trainer in Moscow Ekaterina Fedorova.

face shape

A round face is characteristic of men with a good heart. Their obvious advantages are non-conflict, ambition and good adaptability.

A square face is a sign of a stubborn, straightforward, persistent, quick-tempered and determined man. Many of them strive for dominance and like to be leaders, thanks to which they often succeed in business. Of the minuses: they confuse frankness with tactlessness.

An oblong face speaks of hypersensitivity: the longer, the more sensitive in relation to oneself. Their ranks include intellectuals from whom one should not expect heroism and courageous deeds.

The triangular shape (high forehead and small chin) gives out cunning, quarrelsome, unfaithful, but talented people with excellent intuition.

Trapezoidal face - deeply intelligent, friendly and artistic people who are not used to fighting and proving their case.

A convex forehead is a sign of authority and intelligence, a high forehead is a sign of active mental activity and high morality.

People with a straight square forehead strive for justice, strictly observe ethical standards and judge actions based on an understanding of morality and ethics.

The shape of the lying rectangle is the forehead of practitioners and workaholics. They do not learn theory well and like to act more than plan.

An uneven hairline on the forehead is often found in individuals full of doubt and indecision.

Go down below - to the eyebrows. Eyebrows are an indicator of health, vitality and relationships with others.

Pronounced brow ridges are characteristic of men who are focused on personal problems and tend to impose their opinions on others.

Massive, shaggy eyebrows, on the one hand, speak of enterprise and masculinity, on the other hand, of a tendency to dominance and cruelty.

Eyebrows, located high from the eyes, physiognomy considers a sign of openness, sociability and generosity.

Eyebrows, which are noticeably longer than the eyes, are a symbol of flexible intelligence, the ability to quickly assimilate information. Such individuals are resourceful and versatile.

Thin and sparse eyebrows indicate an aggressive, assertive manner of communication.

Eyebrows with a house are a feature of eccentric and inventive men who do not take into account other people's opinions and love to reinvent the wheel.

Thick eyebrows can be identified with an active lifestyle and an open disposition. And don't let the unibrow scare you: fused eyebrows are a sign of a strong character!

Eyes - the level of vitality and openness to communication. Does your man often hide his gaze and avoid eye contact? He subconsciously closes himself from the interlocutor.

Big eyes speak of the breadth of the soul, artistry, courage and the desire for leadership. And vice versa: the smaller the eyes, the more stubbornness, cunning and conflict.

Widely spaced eyes are characteristic of the passive, slow and indecisive. Such men hesitate for a long time and wait for the situation to resolve itself, so you should not expect a marriage proposal from them a month (or even a year) after they met.

Men with close-set eyes are very demanding. For them, order is everything. With such a life partner, everything should be sorted out - in the house, at work and in the head. By deep-set eyes, one can distinguish envious, suspicious, incredulous and cunning people.

Eyes with lowered corners speak of restraint and attentiveness. It is difficult for such people to realize themselves in creative professions, it is easier for them to work associated with over-concentration, exact numbers and complex calculations.

Notice wrinkles near the inner corners of your eyes? Physiognomy associates this sign with insight - next to you is a subtle psychologist who thinks a lot and analyzes relationships.

Massive lines are a sign of a strong character, activity, energy and will. The upper part is correlated with spontaneity, the lower - with reasonableness.

A strongly pronounced top betrays those who are subject to mood. For example, men with an aquiline nose sometimes cannot restrain impulses of frantic energy and bully everyone who gets in their way.

Their antipodes are gentlemen with a neat nose: they are calm and insightful.

A large, fleshy nose is found in highly active, purposeful people with great willpower.

A small nose is a symbol of weak energy and low adaptability.

A long nose is a pronounced individuality, great creative possibilities, often conservatism, arrogance and pride.

Owners of a cute upturned nose are naive, careless, inquisitive, but sometimes too presumptuous.

Men with narrow lips are quick to make and implement decisions. Their forte is purposefulness.

Thick, plump lips are a sign of a methodical mind and goodwill. Such people do not make decisions without first feeling the situation.

A thin line of lips is characteristic of scrupulous men who are now and then attached to trifles. Smooth, symmetrical lips speak of prudence, prudence, self-control.

Downturned corners of the mouth can be a sign of painful pessimism, sensitivity and psycho-emotional instability.

By the way, not only with the help of physiognomy you can crack the character, true emotions and feelings of people. For example, remember the series Lie to Me, where Dr. Lightman claims that the average person lies three times in ten minutes of conversation. And to prove it, he only needs a couple of minutes to communicate with a person. Any movement, gesture, any careless word can betray a liar. You just need to be able to see it.