I have a very small head and its flat at the top. It doesn't curve up like a normal shaped head so i always puff my hair up to hide it. But I have read there is a procedure that can add size to the head with an implant? Is this done in America and if so how can I find an experience surgeon who has added implants to augment the top of the head?
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October 26, 2018
Answer: Cranial Implants Can be used to modifiy head shape
I would see someone who does a lot of facial trauma. I have a cosmetic practice but cover trauma call at Cook county of Chicago so I see a lot of facial truama there. Seeing someone in a high volume center is a good idea.
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This is very difficult to treat. The scalp skin and soft tissue is vascular, thick and resistant to most nonsurgical options. I would be very hesitant to put a scar in this location with your hair so short. If you are willing to wear longer hair that would be an option but you have to weigh...
I do agree with the previous surgeons that the best option is likely excision of the scar and defect in the skin with very meticulous repair. Additional photos would allow me to give a more specific answer and an in office consultation with an experience plastic surgeon would give you the most...
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