Frontal Bossing Plasty

What Is Frontal Bossing?

During puberty, the male skull can develop a more pronounced prominence above the brow line, extending across the forehead and toward the outer eye sockets. FFS specialists refer to this area as frontal bossing.

Female foreheads generally have a smoother, less projecting contour. Because hormone replacement therapy does not change the underlying cranial shape, surgery may be considered when forehead contouring is desired as part of facial feminization.

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Frontal bossing plasty is designed to refine the shape, angle, proportions and projection of the forehead.

The surgical approach is individualized based on the patient’s unique head size and shape. The incision may be positioned in front of the hairline or within the hair-bearing area.

During consultation, Dr. Bensimon can determine which approach is most appropriate for the patient’s anatomy and surgical goals.

Type 1

For appropriate anatomy, the surgeon may smooth or reduce areas of bony prominence using specialized instruments.

Type 2

More advanced contouring may be required when the forehead shape cannot be adequately changed through surface reduction alone.

Type 3

In cases where greater projection needs to be addressed, the frontal bone may need to be repositioned and set farther back.

Personalized Forehead Contouring

Not every forehead requires the same surgical approach. The structure and thickness of the frontal bone help determine which technique may be appropriate.

Dr. Bensimon uses techniques designed to create a smooth, balanced forehead contour while considering long-term contour preservation.

The final surgical plan is determined after an individual assessment of your anatomy.

Combining Forehead Contouring With Other Procedures

Frontal bossing plasty may be combined with other facial feminization procedures when appropriate, including:

Combining procedures can allow the forehead, brow and surrounding facial structures to be considered together during surgical planning.

Your Recovery

After surgery, Dr. Bensimon provides aftercare guidance based on your procedure and recovery.

For patients in the Montreal area, staples can be removed at the office approximately 8 days after surgery when applicable.

Patients are also advised to sleep with the head elevated to help relieve pressure and reduce swelling during recovery.

Dr. Bensimon's Forehead Contouring Technique

Dr. Bensimon uses a specialized technique for Type 2 and Type 3 forehead contouring, designed to support long-term contour preservation using modern materials.

The technique has also been published in a scientific paper in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal.

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Every forehead is different. A consultation allows Dr. Bensimon to evaluate your facial structure, review your goals and determine the appropriate approach for your forehead contouring.

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