What can I do about the loose skin on my forehead? (Photo)

Question

I'm only 26 years old and when light hits the side of my face you can really see that I have a bumpy forehead, its quite wrinkled and the skin is loose ..it really bothers me. What can I do about this? Will fillers/botox fix the problem?

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

I believe you could benefit from Botox between the brows to relax the overactive muscle which could be causing the bumpy appearance. You may also be interested in a course of Thermage: a laser treatment which will tighten and tone the skin. Failing that, you might need an endoscopic brow lift and/or fat injections.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Botox is very effective in diminishing the appearance of frown lines. A combination of Botox and fillers has the potential to provide you with your desired look. I suggest that you move forward and consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.
Best wishes,

Edwin C. Pound, III, MD · Answer

Based on your picture, I would suggest Botox/Dysport (I don't like Xeomin) for the frown lines between your eyebrows.  As for loose skin, a procedure such Ulthera might be a good option.  I would suggest that you visit a board-certified plastic surgeon who can examine you in person and review your options with you.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  At your current age I would recommend first starting treatment with a good skin care regimen of Retin-A, sunblock, and chemical peels to help thicken and tighten your skin.  Supplement this with Botox into the area between your eyes and that should further enhance your results.

Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photograph.  Botox cosmetic injections into the muscles between your eyebrows (the glabella) and upper forehead will reduce muscle contracture causing wrinkling.  There are various options for skin tightening ranging from good skin care products a range of laser treatments.  Best to seek an in-person consultation with an experienced injector.  Best of luck.

Michael S. Mall, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you so much for the picture.  I suggest seeing an injector for Botox to help relax the lines in the forehead area.  This will soften the lines; however, it is temporary and you will need to repeat the process about every four months.  Best !

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photograph. Based from your photograph I would recommend treating your forehead with Botox. This will help relax the muscles in the treated area thus, making the wrinkles and excess skin your experiencing go away. I recommend having a consultation with an expert injector in your area to help determine the best treatment plan for you. Best of Luck!

B. Edward O`Dell, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  From your photo it appears some softening of the forhead and area above the brow could be done by relaxing the muscles using botox.  This would reduce the muscle contraction and smooth the area.  A closer look in person would be best at which time it could be determined how much Botox is needed and in what sites.  Thanks again for your inquiry.
Dr. ODell

Melvin Elson, MD · Answer

A combination of Botox and fillers should help your appearance a great deal. Be sure you see a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon

Isaac Starker, MD · Answer

Thank you for posting this question.  The 'bumps' that you see are the result of the contraction of your underlying frown muscles.  For some people those muscles contract even when they are not frowning, which can lead to bumps like the ones seen in your picture.  I think you will be pleasantly surprised by the improvement that you will achieve if those muscles are injected with Botox.  Once the Botox has had it's effect you will be in a better position to determine if there is any unusual looseness of the skin and whether additional treatment might be warranted.  Please see an experienced Plastic Surgeon or Dermatologist who can evaluate you in person and treat you with an appropriate amount of Botox and then assess you afterwards.

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