How long does it take for the corrugator muscle to grow back? Could I have this procedure done multiple times?

because the muscle sits close to the eyelid, a near-total resection of the corrugator can be done through the eyelid under direct vision, which is more precise than when done through a browlift incision and endoscope. A complete muscle resection along with placement of a spacer such as fat can prevent regrowth of the muscle. In reality, some muscle reattachment is seen over time, but it's definitely weaker than prior to surgery and less frequent botox is usually needed (and with less frequency).

Thank you.  Cutting the corrugator muscle is done in conjunction with a brow lift.  The muscles can grow back as early as 3 months-1 year, depending on how aggressive the cutting is. I prefer regular botulinum toxin as it is a non-invasive result and yields beautiful results.  I wish you well.  Please see an expert.

Thank you for sharing your excellent question. If a muscle is either cut or resected it will not grow back and overall should atrophy/fibrose with time.  Because this can lead to central forehead depression this procedure is done, but with less frequency.  From your narrative it seems as if you would benefit from a higher dosing of Botox, or a different neuromodulator. Hope this helps.

In your age treatment with Botox should have priority. However, you have to be sure that you are receiving appropriate amount of Botox in designated area by someone who is familiar with muscle anatomy and individual variations. If this treatment doesn't provide satisfactory result, endoscopic resection of corrugator and procerrus muscles will provide permanent improvement. To my knowledge once muscle is removed it will not grow back. In person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with experience with endoscopic brow lift and Botox would help. Good luck.

Strong corregator muscle treatment. Sectioning and removal  of part of the muscle will prevent recurrence. This should be done through the Irregular Trichophytic Forehead Incision and can be combined with a  brow lift if needed.  I invented this procedure more than 40 years ago and have done hundreds without complication others than a few pimples as hair grows through the incision preventing a visible scar. See a very experienced surgeon familiar with this technique and you can decide when the timing would be right for you. 

First, I would not recommend removal of the corrugators at this point.  Instead, I would just increase the amount of BOTOX or Jeuveau that you are getting in this area.  Over time and with sufficient dosing, the muscles should shrink down without the need for surgery.  As an experienced injector, I see a large number of patients who are simply undertreated in this area.  These can be strong muscles and, as such, may require much larger dosages.  I would start with at least 24 units and increase from there.  In the hands of an experienced injector, you should be able to get nice results.  I hope that helps and wish you the very best!Warmest regards,-Gregory A Buford MD FACS PCEOBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon and AuthorCertified Allergan National MASTER Facial Injectables Trainer

Thank you so much for your question regarding Botox.  Botox injections
typically last 3-4 months for your first treatment.  The more regularly
you continue getting Botox, the longer the results may last.  I have some
patients that enjoy results for 4-6 months.  I recommend increasing your dosage.  If this does not work, you could always try Dysport.  Some individuals have antibodies and are resistant to Botox and vice versa with Dysport.  Since you are so young I recommend exhausting all options with neuromodulators before pursuing the surgical route.  I do recommend keeping the
the same dosage once you find one that works for you. 
I cannot speak for your provider, but some companies dilute the product more than recommended.  You could also get a second opinion with a Board Certified provider.
Best of luck!

Thank you for your question.Muscle that is removed will not grow back though remaining muscle can hypertrophy and pull stronger to compensate for the lost muscle.  The reason not to completely remove the muscle is possible depressions or inability to express one self.It is likely you just did not receive an appropriate amount of product in the correct location if you did not see an effect.  I typically treat those areas with neuromodulator unless a brow lift or upper eyelid lift is needed for other reasons.See a few board certified plastic surgeons in your area for an in person exam.Best Dr. L

If the muscle is properly removed it will never grow back! This is a very common practice with open and endo  brow lifts and essentially gives you a permanent removal of those lines created by the corrugators. I would suggest talking about this with a real board-certified plastic surgeon. Best of luck! Dr. Boschert

Once the corrugator muscles are removed surgically, they will never grow back. I hope this helps and good luck from New York City