Is filler between the eyebrows in the glabella area dangerous? (photo)

Thank you for your question and I appreciate your concern. Neuromodulators like Botox are the best choice for this area, and repeat treatments may offer enhanced results over time. However, we will use small amounts of filler in this area for patients that need a little extra help to reduce deep glabellar lines.
There are more risks associated with using fillers in this area due to the concentration of blood vessels there. However, if you are working with an experienced, board-certified dermatologist, your risks should be reduced significantly. 

Botox is a great treatment for this area however if the wrinkles are deep could take some time for the wrinkle to lessen.  Filler in this area is sometimes used but make sure to see an expert injector with the experience and knowledge needed to be sure it is safe. It is always recommend to have a consult with your provider first 

This area is quite risky and requires expert knowledge of anatomy and experience operating regularly in this area to inject it safely. While sharp needles or blunt cannula can be used, I prefer cannula because they are less likely to have injection into a blood vessel and less likely to cause bruising. Best regards, Dr Weiss

People with deep furrows should try to have regular botox consistently repeating it before it all wears off to see if the deep groove lessens over time. Reports indicate that blunt-tipped cannulae can't prevent complications of fillers. Use of filler should not be a thick filler and should be one that can be dissolved.The information provided in Dr. Shelton's answer is for educational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical advice.  The information provided should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultations with a qualified health professional who may be familiar with your individual medical needs. 

It is considered safe to use botox/xeomin/dysport in these areas. However, see a facial sculpting expert who can advise you on how to get you to your desired results safely and effectively. Best, Dr. Emer. 

Thanks for the question.  Because of the network of blood vessels in this area, I personally prefer not to inject this area.  I do recommend aggressively treating this area with a neurotoxin, as this weakens contraction of the muscles.

Hello! The risks you are referring to involve the particles of filler occluding or shutting down vessels. This can result in skin death, scarring and blindness. While rare, the glabella is one of the areas most commonly associated with this risk and many injectors are understandably reluctant to inject there without full consent on the part of the patient to accept the risks. Cannulas may decrease the risk but will not entirely eliminate it, as skin death has been reported in cases where cannulas were used. In general most physicians prefer neurotoxins to this area as it prevents not only the wrinkle but the mounding of thick muscle. Good luck!

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  Filler can be safely placed into the glabella by an experienced injector.  Use of cannula limits risks and appropriate knowledge of anatomy further improves success.  Hope this helps.

The glabella area on men has a very strong muscle and it appears that you need Botox in that area to treat it.  An expert injector can safely put hyaluronic acid filler in that area if you need it after the effect of the Botox takes in two weeks. Please consult an expert in Botox for the best cosmetic results. Best, Dr. Green

This is a great question! Your crease is caused by large, strong muscles in the glabella region. Botox,  Dysport or Jeuveau are the safest options to weaken these muscles over time. Based on your picture (and not an in-person consult which is the best!), it appears that consistent treatment of your glabella would decrease this significantly. Usually I tell patients it takes about 1 year or 3 rounds of treatment to improve the look of an etched-in line. Filler can be done in this area but most cases of blindness from vascular occlusion have occurred in this area. Laser resurfacing safe for your skin tone or PDO threads would be safe alternatives as well.