Achieve a more traditionally masculine appearance with forehead lengthening—an advanced procedure for transgender men and gender-diverse individuals seeking facial masculinization. At Transitions, our skilled surgeons, Dr. Leif Rogers and Dr. Walter J. Joseph, use precise surgical techniques to reshape your upper face in alignment with your authentic self.
Elongate the Forehead to Achieve Masculine Contours
Forehead lengthening is a gender-affirming procedure that increases the vertical height of the forehead by repositioning the hairline. This is often performed as part of facial masculinization to create a more angular forehead—one of the features of a masculine appearance. A longer forehead enhances the balance of masculine facial proportions and creates space for more prominent brow bossing.
Anatomically, the male forehead typically has a greater distance between the eyebrows and the hairline, along with a flatter slope and pronounced brow ridge. Forehead lengthening modifies this upper facial region by lifting and moving the scalp backward. This not only elongates the forehead but also helps reposition surrounding features for greater harmony. Our surgeons take care to preserve the hairline contours while achieving a defined, natural outcome.
Forehead Lengthening Can Address These Concerns:
- Appearing to have a short or low forehead
- Lack of visible brow bossing or forehead projection
- Disproportionate facial balance between upper and lower face
- Feminine-appearing forehead shape or slope
- Hairline position that appears too far forward
Do I Qualify for Forehead Lengthening?
You may be a good candidate for forehead lengthening if you’re an adult in overall good health and want to increase the height of your forehead as part of a facial masculinization journey. This procedure is especially beneficial for transgender men and gender-diverse individuals seeking more traditionally masculine facial proportions, including a taller and more angular upper face.
During your consultation at Transitions, our surgeons—Dr. Rogers and Dr. Joseph—will evaluate your facial anatomy, scalp flexibility, hairline position, and aesthetic goals. They’ll determine whether forehead lengthening alone or in combination with forehead augmentation will best achieve your desired results. Each plan is highly individualized to ensure your results align with your gender-affirming vision while preserving facial harmony.
What are the benefits of forehead lengthening?
Forehead lengthening allows you to masculinize your upper facial appearance by increasing the height and altering the proportions of your forehead. By adjusting the hairline and enhancing facial structure, this procedure supports a stronger, more traditionally masculine look. Some of the key advantages of forehead lengthening include:
- Creating a taller, more angular forehead shape
- Improving facial harmony and balance
- Achieving a more masculine facial profile
- Reducing the appearance of a low or rounded forehead
- Supporting a cohesive outcome when combined with other FMS procedures
- Long-lasting, gender-affirming changes to your appearance
The Day of Your Forehead Lengthening Surgery
On the day of your surgery, you’ll be placed under general anesthesia to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure. Our surgeons begin by making an incision along or just behind your natural hairline, carefully designed to be discreet and preserve hair growth. The scalp is then gently lifted and repositioned farther back to increase the vertical height of your forehead.
In some cases, the underlying bone may be contoured to enhance brow projection or improve the slope of the forehead. Once the desired position is achieved, the scalp is secured in place, and the incision is closed to support optimal healing. The entire procedure typically takes several hours. After surgery, you’ll be monitored in recovery before heading home or to our dedicated aftercare suite for a comfortable healing experience.
Your Recovery Experience After Forehead Lengthening
After your forehead lengthening surgery, you can expect some swelling, bruising, and tightness in the forehead and scalp area. These are normal side effects and typically begin to subside within the first week. You may also notice temporary numbness in the forehead region, which gradually improves over the next few months as the nerves heal.
You’ll return for a follow-up visit about five days after surgery to have any external sutures removed. Most patients feel comfortable resuming light activities within one to two weeks, although it’s important to avoid strenuous movement until cleared by your surgeon. You can begin gently washing your hair a few days after surgery. Throughout your recovery, our team will guide you and ensure your experience is as comfortable as possible.
Transition Into Your Authentic Self…
Transitions is a premier destination for gender-affirming care, where we offer forehead lengthening and other facial masculinization procedures tailored to your unique goals. Our board-certified surgeons combine advanced techniques with an unwavering commitment to natural, empowering results. Schedule your private consultation for forehead lengthening in Pasadena and Beverly Hills—and take the next step toward living fully as yourself.
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