Brow Bossing and Orbital Rim Augmentation in Houston, TX

It has been shown in several studies that the brow and the upper ⅓ of the face are the most important facial characteristic in identifying gender. One of the most important differences between male and female faces is the projection of the brow bone and orbital rims. For patients who want to appear masculine, adding volume to the brow is very important. Volume can be added centrally, between the eyebrows, and laterally, over the eyes.

In facial masculinization surgery, Dr. Rodman will augment the brow bone and orbital rims with a custom implant. This implant is designed for each patient’s anatomy based on the results of a specialized CT scan. The brow bone implant augments both the orbital rims and the brow bone, which is the bone between the two eyebrows. It can be made as big or small as the patient desires and is made to fit perfectly into each patient’s bony skeleton.

The implant is placed endoscopically, meaning that a camera is employed to see the forehead bone under the skin and place the brow bone implant. Because telescopic cameras are used to see the surgical field, this means there are no large visible cuts on the forehead. A small incision in the hairline is needed to insert the implant, and two very small incisions are placed right above or below the eyebrows to secure the implant.