Can Belotero be used for glabella? Can Belotero be used for horizontal forehead lines? Also how long will the results last?

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I Have Read Horror Stories About Botox and Don't Want It.....Plus i Have Very Severe Nervous System Issues Already so I Know Botox Will Severely Damage My System, But I Have Bad Glabella Lines & Horizontal Forehead Lines at 38 Which Are Making Me Feel Very Insecure About My Appearance So I Am Looking For an Alternative Treatment......

Nelson Lee Novick, MD · Answer

The answer to your question is a resounding "Yes!"  Belotero Balance is in fact my filler of choice for the horizontal etched-in "worry line" (creases) along the forehead, the glabella (aka "eleven" lines, scowl lines, frown lines) between the eyebrows and the crow's feet lines to the sides of the eyes. Belotero possesses little to no tendency to give rise to the unwanted, bluish Tyndall Effect, when injected superficially (as needs to be in these cases).  Belotero is a filler, so it will only work on the lines left by years of moving the expression lines in those areas. Unlike neuromodulators (like Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin), it will not affect the ability to emote in those areas. The upside for you is that you will not be receiving any chemical that works on the nerves. The downside is that because you will retain the full ability to fully exercise your facial muscles, the injected filler will be broken down more quickly, very likely within eight to twelve months. Make sure that you seek consultation and treatment by an experienced, expert aesthetic physician injector and be sure to request to see his/her before and after photos of both the glabella and the forehead injected with filler. Best of luck.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Thank You for your question.Neuromodulators (such as Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, and Jeuveau) and soft tissue fillers like Belotero can improve the appearance of the forehead by reducing lines, wrinkles and folds. Deeper lines and wrinkles need a combination approach with Botox, fillers, lasers, and microneedling/PRP. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist to develop a treatment plan that works for you. Best, Dr. Emer

Bruce E. Katz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I would advise against using Belotero for the glabella and forehead lines. I recommend using either Botox or Dysport for those areas. Botox and Dysport are injectables that help with muscle control and smoothing fine lines and wrinkles. For optimal results, they should be done every 3-4 months.  For more information, I recommend getting a consult from a board-certified dermatologist.

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I do use Belotero in the right candidate for the glabella. Belotero is an excellent, thin product that is suitable for fine lines, wrinkles and filler for the lips. I love using this product in conjunction with others. Belotero is less suitable for deeper lines and volumization. 
H karamanoukian MD FACS

Kristin J. Tarbet, MD, FACS · Answer

I understand your concern. Filler in the glabellar area has its own risks as well. I would find a reputable injector for an evaluation.

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