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2025.08.03
Make a wide forehead narrower! What is forehead reduction surgery?
A dual-specialty doctor with a background in plastic surgery, bridging cosmetic surgery and ophthalmology. At the university hospital, he performed numerous high-difficulty cases, primarily focusing on eye and facial bone surgeries, cultivating precise techniques grounded in anatomy. He prioritizes achieving both aesthetic beauty and functional safety, offering customized treatments around the eyes that incorporate ophthalmological expertise. He actively utilizes not only incisional surgery but also non-invasive procedures like hyaluronic acid injections. By carefully assessing each individual's condition and unique appeal, he provides bespoke treatments that guide patients toward naturally harmonious, well-defined eyes.
Hello,Image Designer/Plastic Surgeon Ryutaro Natsumeis

Healthy and alluring women who radiate a mature charmThough I long for it,
I'm self-conscious about my wide forehead and want to hide it with bangs...”Bangs are my life.” There are more of them, right?
But in summer when sweat makes my bangs stick flat, or on rainy days, regular bang checks are essential.
Solve such concernsAn Explanation of Forehead Reduction SurgeryI'll do it!
While it's important to eliminate forehead wrinkles with Botox or create a smooth, rounded forehead with hyaluronic acid injections,
The balance of the forehead cannot be adjusted with injectables.

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What is the golden ratio of the forehead?

The forehead is most beautiful when it has the same proportions as the midface and lower face.It is said that.

Forehead reduction surgery is recommended to achieve a balanced forehead!
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What is forehead reduction surgery?

In this manner, an incision is made along the hairline, and excess forehead skin is excised.
The scalp is dissected from the underlying tissue, advanced forward, and secured to deeper tissues to prevent retraction. It is then meticulously sutured in three layers.
The amount of skin excised is determined as follows: We predict the amount of skin that will stretch and excise a slightly larger amount.

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We also recommend combining a forehead lift with fat grafting!
For a forehead lift, since the goal is to elevate the eyebrow position, the dissection is performed in the subcutaneous tissue on the eyebrow side.
When used in combination with a forehead lift, it effectively reduces the forehead and elevates the eyebrows.
I'm concerned about my deep-set eyes, but the distance between my eyes and eyebrows is close.Combination therapy is recommended for individuals who are not suitable candidates for brow lift surgery.is.
Removing portions of the frontalis muscle or the corrugator supercilii muscle can also create a smooth, wrinkle-free forehead without the need for regular Botox injections.That's it!

Top: Pre-operative, Bottom: 3 months post-operative
Before surgery, even with a blank expression, the contours of the facial muscles create a rugged impression,Post-surgery gentle impressionhas become.A smooth, flawless framehas become.
This case,We do not perform fat injections or hyaluronic acid injections.。
A little more on the foreheadFor added volume, consider combining with fat grafting.Also recommended!
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Pain? Downtime?
The nerve that senses pain above the eyebrow runs through this area, and beforehandBlock anesthesia eliminates pain during surgery.。
ThereforeLocal anesthesia + nitrous oxide anesthesia onlyIt can also be performed under local anesthesia. If you are afraid, it is possible to undergo the procedure while asleep under intravenous sedation.
The surgery will take approximately 90 minutes.
The most significant swelling typically occurs 2-3 days after surgery, though the forehead rarely becomes puffy. Gravity causes the swelling to settle downward, making the eyelids appear puffy.
After two weeks, the bruising will fade and the swelling will subside.。
The scar will be at the hairline, so it won't be very noticeable.After surgery, having permanent makeup applied to the hairline will make it less noticeable.
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Price, risk?
Forehead Lift: ¥880,000
Risks: Hematoma, recurrence, temporary loss of sensation in the forehead
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Summary
For those concerned about a wide forehead, forehead reduction surgery is recommended.
Achieve a face shape closer to the golden ratio, enhancing your mature charm.
Downtime is also lighter than you might imagine, and it can be performed under local anesthesia.
If you're interested, please feel free to contact us!
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※There are various approaches to aesthetic medicine, and opinions and practices may differ among physicians. Please consider the information provided here as one reference only, and we hope you will choose medical care that suits you and meets your expectations.
We apologize if any unintended inaccuracies or misleading expressions were included. In such cases, we will make appropriate corrections or additions.
【Profile】
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ryutaro Natsume
https://biancaclinic.jp/doctor/natsume/
Performed numerous facial surgeries, particularly focusing on the eye area and facial bones, in the field of plastic surgery.
Regarding treatments for the eye area, I believe that not only aesthetic appearance but also ophthalmic functionality is extremely important. To provide safer and more reliable treatments, I am currently deepening my expertise as an ophthalmologist.
We actively incorporate non-surgical procedures such as hyaluronic acid injections, in addition to treatments requiring surgical instruments.
From a multifaceted professional perspective encompassing cosmetic surgery, cosmetic dermatology, reconstructive surgery, and ophthalmology
BIANCA CLINIC, a leading Japanese clinic specializing in beauty and regenerative medicine, provides the latest aesthetic treatments.
【Career】
2020: Graduated from Tokyo Medical University Tokyo Metropolitan Saiseikai Central Hospital
2022 Jikei University Hospital Department of Plastic Surgery
2023 Department of Plastic Surgery Jikei University School of Medicine Kashiwa Hospital
2024 BIANCA CLINIC
【Professional Affiliations/Qualifications】
Japanese Society of Aesthetic Surgery (JSAS)
Full Member of the Japan Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Full Member of the Japanese Society of Craniofacial Surgery
Full Member of the Japanese Ophthalmological Society
【SNS】
Instagram account
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