Age 46, threads for frown lines - is there a blindness risk (Photo)

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I am 46 with some sagging and jowls near mouth. Frown lines. I’m wary of a full face thread lift as not convinced it will be a great solution. Scared of fillers.But I thought I’d try the frown lines as the one line there is resisting anti wrinkle treatments. Is there blindness risk with thread lifts is my question?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

"​For glabellar lines (or frown lines / ""11"" lines), we inject Botox, Xeomin, or Dysport into the muscle, causing the muscle to weaken and improving the appearance of the lines. These work by binding to receptors that send nerve signals for muscles to contract. Since your body makes new receptors and neurotransmitters all the time, it needs to be maintained otherwise the wrinkles will slowly return as the muscle regains function over time. Neurotoxins take 2 to 4 weeks to start working and lasts for up to 6 months.

For deeper glabella lines or strong 11s, I use a combination of Botox with fillers, lasers and microneedling with PRP. I suggest getting a formal evaluation with an experienced cosmetic dermatologist and expert in lasers and fillers. Best, Dr. Emer
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Vibha Gambhir, MD · Answer

Hello, and thank you for your question. I don't want to say the risk is 0 with thread lifts, but the risk of blindness from a mid-face thread lift for jowls and frown lines would be extremely minimal. For more bang for your buck, I would suggest starting with filler in the cheek area however. It will help lift the face diminish the look of jowling and last longer. Good luck on your journey.

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