Glabellar Botox in Daegu: will it remove frown lines visible at rest?
Read the Korean originalSummary You need to distinguish between wrinkles that appear when you frown and those that remain even without expression. Botulinum toxin controls muscle movement, so it does not guarantee that deep skin folds will disappear all at once.
Direct answer
You need to distinguish between wrinkles that appear when you frown and those that remain even without expression. Botulinum toxin controls muscle movement, so it does not guarantee that deep skin folds will disappear all at once.
Before your consultation
- What is the difference between expression wrinkles and static wrinkles?
- Should lines disappear as soon as I get the injection?
- Can we just put in dermal filler for the remaining deep wrinkles?
General information, not a personal diagnosis or treatment plan. Suitability, risks and recovery require an individual consultation.
What is the difference between expression wrinkles and static wrinkles?
Check how much line is left when you frown your glabella and then relax. If you separate the parts emphasized by movement from the parts already in the skin, it’s easier to set expectations. Don’t read the basis of expression wrinkle treatment as complete correction for old deep scar-like depressions.
Sources and evidence: American Dermatology Clinic Society: Botulinum Toxin FAQ · US FDA: Risks and limitations of dermal fillers
Should lines disappear as soon as I get the injection?
Don't judge success or failure just based on the same-day photos. It's better to get guidance on a schedule where changes in movement and skin surface are evaluated separately. Instead of constantly checking in the mirror and asking for extra procedures every few days, compare at the re-evaluation point you initially set.
Can we just put in dermal filler for the remaining deep wrinkles?
The area between the eyebrows is a treatment area where you need to be especially careful about blood vessel-related risks when injecting dermal fillers. The FDA warns about skin damage and vision issues from injections into blood vessels. Don't automatically add dermal filler just because there's a depression; make sure you're also informed about the option not to treat it.
Do I need to mention that I frown between my eyebrows habitually?
If you often squint because of bright light or hard-to-see screens, try keeping a record. Cosmetic procedures aren't a substitute for diagnosing vision or eye discomfort issues. Explaining when your wrinkles become noticeable can help reduce the gap between your desired expressions and your daily life.
What criteria should be used for before-and-after comparisons?
Take photos with a neutral face and a frown at the same brightness. If you shine light from the side, even small lines can appear deeper. Don’t just look at wrinkle scores—note if your eyebrows look natural and if the area around your eyes feels okay, as this will help with your next plan.
What if you go to Jungang-ro for a frown consultation?
When comparing consultations around Daegu Jungang-ro, ask, “Where are the lines that could remain even if movement is reduced?” The botulinum toxin for the glabella listed on Doctor Designer Daegu’s official list is just for treatment list reference; treating deep indentations requires a separate consultation and explanation of risks.
Sources and evidence: Doctor Designer Daegu procedure list
FAQ
What is the difference between expression wrinkles and static wrinkles?
Check how much line is left when you frown your glabella and then relax. If you separate the parts emphasized by movement from the parts already in the skin, it’s easier to set expectations. Don’t read the basis of expression wrinkle treatment as complete correction for old deep scar-like depressions.
Should lines disappear as soon as I get the injection?
Don't judge success or failure just based on the same-day photos. It's better to get guidance on a schedule where changes in movement and skin surface are evaluated separately. Instead of constantly checking in the mirror and asking for extra procedures every few days, compare at the re-evaluation point you initially set.
Can we just put in dermal filler for the remaining deep wrinkles?
The area between the eyebrows is a treatment area where you need to be especially careful about blood vessel-related risks when injecting dermal fillers. The FDA warns about skin damage and vision issues from injections into blood vessels. Don't automatically add dermal filler just because there's a depression; make sure you're also informed about the option not to treat it.
Sources and evidence
Sources checked: 2026-09-10
- American Dermatology Clinic Society: Botulinum Toxin FAQ
General principles of treating expression wrinkles and side effects. It does not replace the approval information for any product or treatment area.
- US FDA: Risks and limitations of dermal fillers
Description of general risks such as vascular complications, infections, and nodules. It does not replace individual product approvals in Korea.
- Doctor Designer Daegu procedure list
Checked treatment list on September 10, 2026. Availability, products, and applied treatment areas should be re-confirmed when booking, and the treatment list itself is not clinical evidence proving effectiveness.
Translated from our Korean educational content using machine-assisted translation and terminology checks. This is not a claim of independent medical review. Study limitations and source links are retained; please ask the clinic about anything unclear.