Obligue bulge above brow, what is this and how can it be treated? (photos)

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Greetings, I had botox the first time at 25, because I had strong muscles creating the 11-lines. Ive had botox 5-6 times since then, over the past two years, the last time in january. After botox Ive developed some «lumps» above my brow, particularly on the left side, but starting to show on the right side. What is this and how can it be treated? Last time I went back for a touch up, she injected more into the corrugator, but it hasnt helped. Is this the brow ridge, sinuses or corrugator?

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. The bulge above your brow is difficult to evaluate without a proper face-to-face evaluation. If the concern is muscle-related, additional Botox may be used to address the issue. I highly recommend only seeking treatments from a reputable experienced injector who will know how much product to use and where to precisely inject it to achieve the most natural-looking results. During your consultation, your provider can properly assess the bulge, determine its cause and appropriate treatment, and ensure the best possible results.

Rita Rakus, MBBS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. It is always best to see you face to face for a consult and examination however in this case this is likely to be botox/muscle related. It's hard to assess without seeing you moving but it would be best to be assessed by your injector to determine the best place to put further botox. I hope that helps answer your question. Always seek an experienced and qualified medical professional for these treatments. Very best wishes

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

I encourage you to return to your injector for an evaluation.  It appears you may need a touch up from your last treatment to give you a more complete result.

Sarah Cazorla, MD · Answer

Those bulges look like hypertrophied corrugator muscles. If you do botox consistently over the course of time those muscles should atrophy (shrink and weaken). It may take 6 months to a year.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

It appears that the lumps are actually portions of muscles not paralyzed by your previous Botox.  I would suggest placing 2 units of Botox into each fullness and see how they appear after two weeks.
Dr. Taranow

Obligue bulge above brow, what is this and how can it be treated? (photos)

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Obligue bulge above brow, what is this and how can it be treated? (photos)

Answers (5)

Answer: Corrugator muscles

Answer: Corrugator muscles

Answer: Forehead 'lumps'

Answer: Forehead 'lumps'

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