Female, 53. I have very pronounced furrows in the glabellar region. Botox has very little effect. I’ve tried fillers but this added unwanted bulk and volume to the area. I’ve been told a brow lift wouldn’t help. Is there any other surgical option? I’m considering corrugator muscle excision and fat grafting or an implant. Are these suitable possibilities?
June 11, 2025
Answer: Endoscopic brow lift will help Hi, I’m Dr. Park from Noonopi Plastic Surgery in Korea. In my experience, an endoscopic brow lift alone is usually sufficient. During the endoscopic brow lift, the corrugator muscles are excised internally, so there’s no need for an additional incision near the eyebrows—which could potentially leave visible scars. I would not recommend fat grafting or implants in the glabellar area, as the skin in this region is quite thin and such additions can appear unnatural or bulky.
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June 11, 2025
Answer: Endoscopic brow lift will help Hi, I’m Dr. Park from Noonopi Plastic Surgery in Korea. In my experience, an endoscopic brow lift alone is usually sufficient. During the endoscopic brow lift, the corrugator muscles are excised internally, so there’s no need for an additional incision near the eyebrows—which could potentially leave visible scars. I would not recommend fat grafting or implants in the glabellar area, as the skin in this region is quite thin and such additions can appear unnatural or bulky.
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Answer: BROW LIFT Thank you for your question. When neuromodulators and fillers don’t provide satisfactory results for deep glabellar furrows, surgical options like corrugator muscle excision can be highly effective, especially if your wrinkles are dynamic and muscle-driven. Fat grafting is often preferred over synthetic implants due to its natural integration and lower risk of complications, though careful placement is key to avoid over-bulking. A direct browlift or glabellar skin excision may also be considered in select cases. A personalized assessment is essential to determine the best approach based on skin thickness, muscle activity, and wrinkle depth. You’re on the right path by exploring these advanced options.
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Answer: BROW LIFT Thank you for your question. When neuromodulators and fillers don’t provide satisfactory results for deep glabellar furrows, surgical options like corrugator muscle excision can be highly effective, especially if your wrinkles are dynamic and muscle-driven. Fat grafting is often preferred over synthetic implants due to its natural integration and lower risk of complications, though careful placement is key to avoid over-bulking. A direct browlift or glabellar skin excision may also be considered in select cases. A personalized assessment is essential to determine the best approach based on skin thickness, muscle activity, and wrinkle depth. You’re on the right path by exploring these advanced options.
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