Can a forehead osteoma disappear without treatment How risky is the surgery to remove it and is it even worth doing Would I need a CT scan before the procedure Also can you give me a rough idea of how much the surgery might cost

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Osteoma won‚Äôt shrink without surgery‚ÄîCT is needed before excision; cost is ‚Çπ15,000‚Äì‚Çπ50,000 depending on location.

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Is there a way to fix facial asymmetry without surgery, especially around the eyes and jaw? My facial muscles feel weak what type of specialist should I see for this?

Yes, facial asymmetry can often be addressed non-surgically, especially for milder cases around the eyes and jaw. If you suspect facial muscle weakness, a specialist in facial paralysis or a dermatologist with expertise in non-surgical cosmetic treatments should be consulted.

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I have a hard lump on my forehead that feels like an osteoma it's not painful but seems to be getting bigger. How do I get it removed and what type of surgery would I need? Also, which specialist should I see for this?

A forehead osteoma can be removed via minor cosmetic surgery under local or general anesthesia‚Äîconsult a plastic or neurosurgeon.

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I've noticed a small bony lump on my forehead that I think might be an osteoma who should I see to get it checked out and possibly removed? How risky or complicated is the procedure usually?

A detailed evaluation will help decide the best course of action.

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