Forehead Augmentation

Transform a Flat Forehead into a Beautiful Curve: Enhance Your Natural Look with Forehead AugmentationOne of the most effective cosmetic procedures to bring balance and harmony to your facial features is forehead augmentation. This procedure adds depth and dimension to the forehead, giving it a smoother and more attractive contour. By enhancing the proportions between the forehead, eyes, nose, and chin, your face appears more symmetrical and refined. Additionally, a well-shaped forehead is often associated with good fortune and positive energy in facial feng shui.

What is Forehead Augmentation?

• Forehead augmentation is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to enhance the overall appearance and proportion of the face. It involves adding volume to the forehead using various materials, such as hyaluronic acid fillers, autologous fat (your own fat), or medical-grade silicone implants.

This procedure helps correct concerns like a wide, narrow, high, or flat forehead, creating a naturally curved and well-balanced look that complements the rest of the facial features. Forehead augmentation not only enhances the shape of the forehead, but also brings out the depth and harmony of the face, making your features appear more refined and attractive.

Who is a Good Candidate for Forehead Augmentation?
Forehead augmentation is ideal for individuals looking to add dimension and smooth curvature to their forehead, enhancing their facial profile and overall beauty. This procedure is particularly suitable for people with the following concerns:

• Individuals with a flat, dented, uneven, or overly wide forehead
• Those who wish to soften their facial features for a more youthful and feminine appearance
• Transgender individuals or anyone seeking clearer gender expression through facial structure
• People who believe in facial feng shui and want to improve their face shape for better fortune and luck
• Those with prominent brow bones, where the mid-forehead appears hollow or sunken, creating a stern look
• People with a narrow forehead, which can make the face appear shorter
• Individuals whose forehead appears too vertical or flat, lacking smooth curvature and facial dimension

What Are the Methods for Forehead Augmentation?

Forehead augmentation can be done using several different methods depending on each person’s needs and preferences. Here’s a breakdown of the popular techniques used today:

1. Forehead Fat Grafting

Fat grafting (fat transfer) remains a popular choice for forehead augmentation as it’s considered safer than using synthetic fillers.

Advantages of Fat Grafting:

• Since your own body fat is used, there’s no risk of allergic reactions or rejection.
• You can add a larger volume of fat as desired.
• It’s ideal for those who want to enhance multiple areas of the face in one session (e.g., temples, cheeks, under-eye hollows).

Disadvantages of Fat Grafting:

• The injected fat may not survive evenly, potentially causing uneven surfaces or lumps.
• Multiple sessions may be needed for smooth results.
• The fat can be reabsorbed by the body over time, making the results non-permanent.

2. Forehead Filler Injection

This method involves injecting Hyaluronic Acid (HA) fillers beneath the skin, creating a natural curvature to the forehead. Over time, the filler dissolves naturally without leaving harmful residues.

Advantages of Fillers:

• Immediate visible results with no downtime.
• Simple pre- and post-treatment care.
• Less swelling and bruising compared to surgery.
• Easily adjustable to achieve the desired contour.

Disadvantages of Fillers:

• Temporary results; usually lasts about 1 year.
• Repeated injections may lead to uneven texture if done incorrectly.
• If performed by an inexperienced injector, there’s a risk of vascular complications.

3. Preformed Silicone Forehead Implant

This method uses pre-molded silicone implants that are medically approved and come in various shapes and sizes. The surgeon customizes and trims the implant to match the patient’s natural forehead contours before placement.

Advantages of Preformed Silicone Implants:

• Permanent result.
• Produces smooth, naturally curved results that match facial features.
• High safety profile with FDA approval; low risk of allergic reactions.

Disadvantages of Preformed Silicone Implants:

• May become visible over time in patients with thin skin or if the implant doesn’t match the facial proportions.
• Difficult to revise if the result is too prominent or unnatural.

4. Customized Silicone Forehead Implant

Customized silicone implants are designed specifically for each individual using advanced CT scan technology. This ensures an exact fit that harmonizes with the facial structure.

Advantages of Customized Silicone Implants:

• Permanent results with personalized design for each forehead shape.
• CT scan precision provides high accuracy.
• Corrects wrinkles and improves the overall shape and symmetry.
• Soft and natural feel similar to real forehead skin.

Disadvantages of Customized Silicone Implants:

• Requires downtime and follow-up care; swelling may last 1–2 weeks.
• A scalp incision is needed for placement.
• Takes longer due to the custom design and production process.

How Many Types of Silicone Implants Are There?

Preformed Silicone Implants

These implants are pre-manufactured in standardized shapes and sizes, with a variety of natural forehead curves and projections to choose from.

Pros:

• More affordable and readily available (no need to wait for custom manufacturing).
• Durable and long-lasting — often for life.
• Suitable for many types of forehead issues and easy to size.
• Natural-looking shape that blends with facial features.
• Soft texture that mimics real skin.

Cons:

• Limited sizing and shape options.
• Minor adjustments only — may not fit perfectly for all individuals.
• Less ideal for complex or asymmetrical forehead issues.

Customized Silicone Implants

These are made uniquely for each person using CT scan data to craft a one-of-a-kind silicone implant that fits the person’s forehead precisely.

Pros:

• Tailored to solve individual forehead problems with precision.
• No limitations in shape or size; fits all face types perfectly.
• Natural-looking results with lifetime durability.
• Helps reduce visible wrinkles and signs of aging.
• Enhances overall facial harmony and dimension.

Cons:

• Longer process due to custom design and production stages.
• Requires high surgical expertise — improper placement could lead to asymmetry.

Preformed Silicone vs Customized Silicone

Preformed Silicone

• Suitable for those with smooth, flat foreheads or those with foreheads wider than average.
• The surgeon selects the silicone size that best matches the patient’s facial structure.
• Available in only three standard sizes: S, M, and L.
• After swelling subsides, the edges of the implant may be visible.

Customized Silicone

• Suitable for all forehead types, including those who’ve had previous forehead augmentations or prior filler/fat grafting procedures.
• Requires time to produce the implant to ensure it fits the patient’s facial structure perfectly.
• Designed and molded to fit the unique shape and width of the patient’s forehead skull.
• Very low chance of visible edges since the implant is made to perfectly match each individual’s forehead.

Silicone Implants vs Forehead Filler

Filler

Filler involves injecting hyaluronic acid (HA) to fill and smooth out areas beneath the skin. It can reduce deep wrinkles, restore lost volume, and be used for facial contouring, including the forehead, temples, and lips. True HA fillers are naturally absorbed over time.

Advantages of Fillers:

• Immediate return home post-treatment
• Minimal or no bruising
• No incisions or downtime
• Adjustable and reversible (can be dissolved 100%)

Disadvantages of Fillers:

• Not permanent – typically lasts around one year
• Can be expensive
• Risk of counterfeit products that are hard to detect
• Large volume needed for areas like forehead, breast, or hips—surgical implants are better in such cases

Preformed Silicone Sheet

Preformed silicone implants are molded according to medical standards based on average facial proportions. They come in various widths and lengths. The surgeon selects the closest size and modifies it to fit the patient’s unique forehead contour. There are three size options: S, M, and L.

Advantages:

• More affordable than authentic fillers
• Permanent and FDA-approved
• Natural-looking curvature with good adherence to the skin
• High safety with vertical incision technique that avoids nerve damage
• Size selection available: S, M, L

Disadvantages:

• Swelling and bruising may last longer than with fillers
• Longer recovery period
• Requires a 3 cm incision in the scalp

3D Customized Silicone Implant (Using CT Scan)

Customized implants are designed using CT scan imaging to match the individual’s forehead anatomy exactly. The silicone is molded based on the patient’s unique bone structure and can be customized in shape and volume.

Advantages:

• Highest accuracy and perfect fit to the patient’s forehead structure
• No limitations in size or design
• May reduce fine forehead lines (not deep wrinkles)
• Permanent results as silicone remains in the body for life
• Enhances overall facial structure, makes the face appear smaller and more youthful

Disadvantages:

• Higher cost than preformed implants
• Longer processing time due to the CT scan and custom molding process

Benefits of Forehead Augmentation Surgery

Forehead augmentation enhances facial balance and improves self-confidence. It’s ideal for flat, uneven, narrow foreheads, or those lacking proportional space compared to other facial features. It increases overall facial dimension and enhances other facial contours like the nose, cheekbones, brow ridge, and chin.

Choosing the Right Clinic for Safe and Beautiful Results

What to consider:

• Clinic credibility: Should be certified, hygienic, and equipped with experienced surgeons and modern tools.
• Surgical equipment: Must be up-to-date, sterilized, and safe to ensure long-lasting and safe results.
• Real client reviews, pricing & promotions: Don’t choose based on price alone—check before-and-after photos and verify details clearly to avoid complications.

At The VOGUE Clinic, our procedures are led by skilled, experienced surgeons using premium, FDA-approved silicone. We prioritize safety and natural beauty, supported by numerous real customer reviews.

Pre-Surgery Preparation

Surgical Procedure Steps

• Surgeon positions the silicone on the forehead to mark the implant placement.
• Facial and scalp areas are cleaned with antiseptic.
• Local anesthesia or general anesthesia is administered.
• A small incision (2–4 cm) is made behind the hairline.
• The implant is positioned and sutured in place.
• The procedure takes approximately 1–2 hours, depending on the clinic.

Post-Surgery Care

• Cold compresses for 2 days, then warm compresses to reduce swelling.
• Take painkillers every 4 hours for 2 days.
• Wash face/hair normally; if the wound gets wet, dry it and use antiseptic.
• Avoid alcohol for one month.
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 2–3 months.

Risks and Complications of Forehead Augmentation

Forehead augmentation, which helps create a smooth, rounded, and aesthetically pleasing forehead, can be performed through various methods as previously mentioned. Choosing a surgeon who specializes in forehead augmentation plays a key role in minimizing risks and potential complications.