Frown lines are not necessarily a question of age. Even in the “best years”, these expression lines can run like deep furrows across the forehead and are still clearly visible even when the face is relaxed. Affected people often find this appearance very disturbing, as the face often looks much older. Therefore, they want to remove the frown line as soon as possible and are looking for a suitable way to effectively counteract this unsightly indentation.
What is the frown line?
The frown line, also known as the glabellar line, is the vertical crease that appears between the eyebrows on the forehead. It is often associated with facial expressions such as frowning, squinting, or concentrating, and can become more prominent over time due to the repetitive use of facial muscles. The frown line can make a person appear tired, angry, or unhappy, and is a common area treated with botulinum toxin injections for cosmetic purposes.
Removing frown lines – What are the options?
In order to understand how to remove frown lines as part of wrinkle treatment, it is first necessary to look at exactly how they develop. This deep expression line is triggered by the interaction of the two muscles corrugator and procerus, whereby the corrugator is primarily involved. At the Laderma Med Spa specialist centre, various approaches are used to treat frown lines:
Botox for relaxation
If you choose Botox for the treatment of frown lines, the corrugator is relaxed. This weakening of the muscle significantly softens the frown lines. Since this wrinkle is caused by the tension of the two muscles mentioned, the treatment with botulinum toxin, which actively induces relaxation, is ideally suited for the removal of the frown line. However, as with any Botox treatment, the effect only lasts for a certain time. After that, the wrinkles reappear and the treatment has to be repeated.
Injections with hyaluronic acid
If the frown lines are not too deep, injections with hyaluronic acid can achieve a good, smoothing result. This effect also diminishes over time, as the hyaluronic acid is broken down by the body.
Botox and hyaluronic acid in combination
In order to achieve a longer lasting effect, a combined treatment with Botox and hyaluronic acid is recommended. This can achieve an immediately visible smoothing of the corresponding expression lines. This form of treatment is absolutely recommended, especially for deeply buried frown lines. By the way: In order to have your frown lines removed or injected, there is also the possibility of filling with your own fat, collagen or lactic acid preparations in addition to filling with hyaluronic acid. Please contact us.
Removal of the corrugator muscle
Probably the most lasting method of combating frown lines is by removing the corrugator muscle that causes them. This cosmetic operation is particularly suitable if an upper eyelid correction is being carried out anyway. The muscle can also be removed as part of a facelift. In the long term, the unwanted deepening can hardly be treated.
Is Botox safe for frown line treatment?
When administered by a licensed and experienced healthcare professional, Botox is generally considered safe for frown line treatment. Botox has been approved by the FDA for cosmetic use in treating frown lines and has a long history of safe and effective use. However, as with any medical procedure, there are potential risks and side effects associated with Botox injections. It is important to discuss your medical history and any medications you are taking with your healthcare provider before receiving Botox treatment.
