Key Words: Dermal filler, botulinum toxin A, anatomy, forehead, re-contouring
When considering a ‘beautiful’ face, the forehead, in terms of height, contour and appearance, is accepted as one of the seven keystone areas to acknowledge.1 In this article, the anatomy of the forehead and glabellar will be reviewed with regard to the application of specific non-surgical cosmetic treatments. It is acknowledged that botulinum toxin is used to effectively reduce and soften the appearance of static and dynamic rhytides at the forehead and glabellar.2
The use of dermal fillers to re-contour this region can provide exceptional results.3 The current literature covers varied injection techniques to treat the upper face using botulinum toxin, but little is available in the context of forehead re-contouring. In this article, the authors will share their specialised techniques, underpinned by regional…
