Hairline Designing: A Wall Mirror—A Simple Solution to a Critical Problem

The document describes a simple and cost-effective method for designing the anterior hairline in hair restoration surgery, which is crucial for achieving natural-looking results. The authors suggest that the face should ideally be divided into three equal parts to determine the correct placement of the hairline. They note that various factors such as family history, baldness pattern, patient expectations, and donor density must be considered, especially in patients with advanced baldness. The proposed method involves seating the patient in front of a wall mirror, marking the mid-frontal point on the forehead, and then drawing the hairline by hand. The surgeon, standing behind the patient, makes adjustments by visualizing the hairline in the mirror. This technique is advantageous because it allows for easy correction of discrepancies, does not require specialized equipment, and is not affected by room illumination, unlike laser-assisted methods. The method also helps draw a symmetrical hairline in patients with asymmetrical skull shapes or uneven eyebrow levels.