Are Filler Injections Safe?
November 10, 2020
Zoom has many of us taking a closer look at our faces lately. If you're surprised…
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Mabrie Facial Institute
166 Geary Street
Floor 1300
San Francisco, CA 94108
Phone: (415) 445-9513
Text/SMS: (866) 618-9459
Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
A smooth, convex forehead with gently elevated brows communicates health and youthfulness—and who doesn’t love that?
At Mabrie Facial Institute, we have mastered the art and science of using neuromodulators and fillers to:
- Reduce forehead wrinkles and frown lines
- Reshape forehead indentations
- Raise low eyebrows
- Rejuvenate sunken temples
You can learn more about each of our forehead and brow treatments by visiting their respective pages.
Forehead Wrinkles & Frown Lines
Horizontal forehead furrows and vertical frown lines on the forehead can sneak up on you, but they’re no match for BOTOX® or the other neuromodulators we use at MFI. Get a head start and nix these lines early, or add filler to your BOTOX treatment for creases that won’t budge.
Our Favorite
Forehead Wrinkles & Frown Lines
Before AND After Photos
Case #783:
i360˚ Full Face: Frown Line Botox with Forehead, Under Eyes, Midface, Cheeks, Nose, Chin & Jawline FillerCase: 1 of 8
Case #783
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This male patient in his 40's wanted to soften the frown line between his brows. MFI TREATMENT PLAN
Dr. Mabrie used a combination of BOTOX and filler to address a deep vertical wrinkle. First he strategically used BOTOX for a subtle brow lift that halted the formation of the line. To enhance the tra... Read More
This male patient in his 40's wanted to soften the frown line between his brows. MFI TREATMENT PLAN
Dr. Mabrie used a combination of BOTOX and filler to address a deep vertical wrinkle. First he strategically used BOTOX for a subtle brow lift that halted the formation of the line. To enhance the tra... Read More
Case #1165:
i360˚ Full Face: Frown Line, Drooping Brow, Masseter & Chin Botox with Under Eyes, Midface, Cheeks, Lip, Chin & Jawline FillerCase: 2 of 8
Case #1165
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This vibrant patient in her 30s came to us hoping to soften the appearance of deep forehead lines and frown lines that made her look more tense and tired than she felt. Her goal was a smoother, more relaxed expression — while still looking like herself.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
As part of her i360 Full Face rejuvenatio... Read More
This vibrant patient in her 30s came to us hoping to soften the appearance of deep forehead lines and frown lines that made her look more tense and tired than she felt. Her goal was a smoother, more relaxed expression — while still looking like herself.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
As part of her i360 Full Face rejuvenatio... Read More
Case #521:
BOTOX for Forehead Wrinkles and Frown LinesCase: 3 of 8
Case #521
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
In her early 40s, this patient came to us hoping to soften visible forehead lines and creases - especially when raising her brows. Her goal was a natural, refreshed appearance that maintained movement and expression, without looking “frozen.”MFI TREATMENT PLAN
To smooth dynamic lines while preserving a soft, nat... Read More
In her early 40s, this patient came to us hoping to soften visible forehead lines and creases - especially when raising her brows. Her goal was a natural, refreshed appearance that maintained movement and expression, without looking “frozen.”MFI TREATMENT PLAN
To smooth dynamic lines while preserving a soft, nat... Read More
Case #655:
Frown Line Filler for Permanent Forehead LinesCase: 4 of 8
Case #655
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This male patient was bothered by the deep frown line between his eyebrows, especially when he saw photos of himself. He reportedly had this crease since high school and had considered treatment for a while but was not sure if this was a problem we could fix for him. MFI TREATMENT PLAN
This amazin... Read More
This male patient was bothered by the deep frown line between his eyebrows, especially when he saw photos of himself. He reportedly had this crease since high school and had considered treatment for a while but was not sure if this was a problem we could fix for him. MFI TREATMENT PLAN
This amazin... Read More
Case #751:
i360˚ Full Face: Frown Line & Chin Botox with Under Eyes, Midface, Cheeks, Nose, Chin & Marionette Line FillerCase: 5 of 8
Case #751
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This early 50’s patient was looking to enhance her appearance by relaxing specific facial muscles to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and lines in the forehead and frown lines.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
Botox was injected to create a subtle lifting effect on the eyebrows, providing a more open an... Read More
This early 50’s patient was looking to enhance her appearance by relaxing specific facial muscles to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and lines in the forehead and frown lines.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
Botox was injected to create a subtle lifting effect on the eyebrows, providing a more open an... Read More
Case #905:
Forehead Botox with Under Eye FillerCase: 6 of 8
Case #905
ABOUT THIS TREATMENT
Allow us to introduce our patient, a vibrant 40-year-old man who, like many of us, was troubled by the presence of deep horizontal indentations on his forehead, commonly referred to as "frownies." Despite his youthful spirit, these pronounced lines were starting to affect his confidence and how he perceived... Read More
Allow us to introduce our patient, a vibrant 40-year-old man who, like many of us, was troubled by the presence of deep horizontal indentations on his forehead, commonly referred to as "frownies." Despite his youthful spirit, these pronounced lines were starting to affect his confidence and how he perceived... Read More
Case #62:
Before and AfterCase: 7 of 8
Case #62
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This Bay Area woman had a very active social life in the San Francisco area. Busy and on the go, she occasionally stopped to look in the mirror. More and more she began to notice wrinkles between her eyebrows. The wrinkles were so deep; they were actually grooves that were present even when she wasn't frowning.<... Read More
This Bay Area woman had a very active social life in the San Francisco area. Busy and on the go, she occasionally stopped to look in the mirror. More and more she began to notice wrinkles between her eyebrows. The wrinkles were so deep; they were actually grooves that were present even when she wasn't frowning.<... Read More
Case #687:
BOTOX for Forehead Wrinkles and Frown LinesCase: 8 of 8
Case #687
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
Softening the upper face wrinkles while preserving some natural movement was important to this busy Nurse. The ability to show expression while eliminating wrinkles was her goal. MFI TREATMENT PLAN
Treatment included BOTOX to the forehead, frown, the crows feet, as well as a slight brow lift helped bala... Read More
Softening the upper face wrinkles while preserving some natural movement was important to this busy Nurse. The ability to show expression while eliminating wrinkles was her goal. MFI TREATMENT PLAN
Treatment included BOTOX to the forehead, frown, the crows feet, as well as a slight brow lift helped bala... Read More
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Forehead Indentation
Some people have a naturally indented forehead, and some people experience this phenomenon as they age. It can make your brow look heavy and give you a fatigued appearance—both of which can be reversed with the strategic application of filler.
Our Favorite
Concave Forehead
Before AND After Photos
Case #812:
Forehead Concavity Treated with FillersCase: 1 of 8
Case #812
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This athletic patient in his 40's came to us wanting a more confident, balanced profile — and during his i360 consultation, it became clear that one key opportunity was addressing age-related volume loss in his upper face, particularly the forehead. A subtle concavity in this area was casting shadows and creating a slight... Read More
This athletic patient in his 40's came to us wanting a more confident, balanced profile — and during his i360 consultation, it became clear that one key opportunity was addressing age-related volume loss in his upper face, particularly the forehead. A subtle concavity in this area was casting shadows and creating a slight... Read More
Case #760:
Forehead Concavity Treated with FillersCase: 2 of 8
Case #760
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This male patient in his 50s is a long-time MFI patient who initially came to us looking for guidance on how to look more refreshed and youthful. After previous treatments addressing his nose, under eyes, and temples, we recommended forehead filler (paired with his Botox) to complete the rejuvenation of his upper fac... Read More
This male patient in his 50s is a long-time MFI patient who initially came to us looking for guidance on how to look more refreshed and youthful. After previous treatments addressing his nose, under eyes, and temples, we recommended forehead filler (paired with his Botox) to complete the rejuvenation of his upper fac... Read More
Case #618:
i360 Full Face: Forehead, Nose, Cheeks, Jowl & Lip FillerCase: 3 of 8
Case #618
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This dedicated patient in her 40s came to us after transforming her body through professional bodybuilding, but she wanted her face to reflect the same strength and presence. Her primary concern was age-related volume loss, and as we began restoring facial balance, she became increasingly aware of a concave appearance in... Read More
This dedicated patient in her 40s came to us after transforming her body through professional bodybuilding, but she wanted her face to reflect the same strength and presence. Her primary concern was age-related volume loss, and as we began restoring facial balance, she became increasingly aware of a concave appearance in... Read More
Case #736:
i360 Full Face: Forehead, Midface, Nose, Chin & Jawline FillerCase: 4 of 8
Case #736
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This vibrant woman in her 60s came to us seeking a more balanced, refreshed appearance after noticing age-related volume loss — especially in the forehead. A competitive bodybuilder and grandmother of 12, her active lifestyle had led to reduced facial fat, and she was particularly interested in correcting the concave appe... Read More
This vibrant woman in her 60s came to us seeking a more balanced, refreshed appearance after noticing age-related volume loss — especially in the forehead. A competitive bodybuilder and grandmother of 12, her active lifestyle had led to reduced facial fat, and she was particularly interested in correcting the concave appe... Read More
Case #755:
Forehead Concavity Treated with FillersCase: 5 of 8
Case #755
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This confident woman in her 30s originally came to MFI seeking a solution for under eye hollowness and tired-looking eyes that didn’t reflect how vibrant she felt. After seeing her refreshed look following her first treatment, she became excited about continuing her aesthetic journey. Subtle volume loss in her forehead co... Read More
This confident woman in her 30s originally came to MFI seeking a solution for under eye hollowness and tired-looking eyes that didn’t reflect how vibrant she felt. After seeing her refreshed look following her first treatment, she became excited about continuing her aesthetic journey. Subtle volume loss in her forehead co... Read More
Case #762:
Forehead Concavity Treated with FillersCase: 6 of 8
Case #762
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This SF local initially came in for a non-surgical rhinoplasty but ended up treating additional areas, including his forehead. During his evaluation, his injector saw an opportunity to improve his profile by treating his forehead as well. MFI TREATMENT PLAN
Dermal fillers were used to fill... Read More
This SF local initially came in for a non-surgical rhinoplasty but ended up treating additional areas, including his forehead. During his evaluation, his injector saw an opportunity to improve his profile by treating his forehead as well. MFI TREATMENT PLAN
Dermal fillers were used to fill... Read More
Case #729:
i360 Full Face: Forehead, Midface, Nose & Lip FillerCase: 7 of 8
Case #729
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
In his 40s, this patient came to us with a key concern: a concave forehead that gave his profile an uneven, less balanced look. He wanted to smooth the slope for a more harmonious, youthful contour while also exploring options to refine and sculpt other areas of his face. His goal was a polished, high-fashion appearance t... Read More
In his 40s, this patient came to us with a key concern: a concave forehead that gave his profile an uneven, less balanced look. He wanted to smooth the slope for a more harmonious, youthful contour while also exploring options to refine and sculpt other areas of his face. His goal was a polished, high-fashion appearance t... Read More
Case #734:
i360 Full Face: Forehead, Midface, Nose & Jawline FillerCase: 8 of 8
Case #734
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This dynamic woman in her 50's came to MFI seeking a refreshed, natural-looking result. One of her main concerns was a slight concavity in her forehead, which subtly affected the balance and harmony of her facial profile. She was also beginning to notice changes in her midface and lower face — including under eye volume l... Read More
This dynamic woman in her 50's came to MFI seeking a refreshed, natural-looking result. One of her main concerns was a slight concavity in her forehead, which subtly affected the balance and harmony of her facial profile. She was also beginning to notice changes in her midface and lower face — including under eye volume l... Read More
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Low Eyebrows
Whether you’ve always had low eyebrows, or they’ve drooped over time, neuromodulators like BOTOX, Dysport®, and XEOMIN® can give your brows a pick-me-up. Just a few tiny injections to the depressor muscles, and you’ll see brighter, more alert eyes in the mirror.
Our Favorite
Drooping Brow
Before AND After Photos
Case #1166:
i360˚ Full Face: Drooping Brow, Masseter & Chin Botox with Under Eyes, Midface, Cheeks, Lip, Chin & Jawline FillerCase: 1 of 8
Case #1166
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This beautiful patient in her late 30s was concerned about a slightly drooping, uneven brow position that made her eyes appear more hooded and tired than she felt. She hoped to achieve a lifted, more open look — without turning to surgery.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
As part of her i360 Full Face rejuvenation, we performe... Read More
This beautiful patient in her late 30s was concerned about a slightly drooping, uneven brow position that made her eyes appear more hooded and tired than she felt. She hoped to achieve a lifted, more open look — without turning to surgery.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
As part of her i360 Full Face rejuvenation, we performe... Read More
Case #910:
i360˚ Full Face: Drooping Brow Botox with Forehead, Under Eyes, Midface, Cheeks, Nose, Chin & Jawline FillerCase: 2 of 8
Case #910
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
In his 40s, this patient came to us feeling that his heavy, drooping brows were making him look tired and less vibrant than he felt. He was especially concerned with the way his brow position contributed to a worn, aged appearance around the eyes. He was looking for a refreshed, natural result that restored energy and app... Read More
In his 40s, this patient came to us feeling that his heavy, drooping brows were making him look tired and less vibrant than he felt. He was especially concerned with the way his brow position contributed to a worn, aged appearance around the eyes. He was looking for a refreshed, natural result that restored energy and app... Read More
Case #770:
Botox for Drooping BrowCase: 3 of 8
Case #770
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This late 20’s beauty was looking for a way to give her eyes some vibrance of brightness and openness. MFI TREATMENT PLAN
Botox was used near the eyebrows to elevate making this patient's eyes appear more open.THE OUTCOME
The focal point has shifted from the heavy eyelid skin to sc... Read More
This late 20’s beauty was looking for a way to give her eyes some vibrance of brightness and openness. MFI TREATMENT PLAN
Botox was used near the eyebrows to elevate making this patient's eyes appear more open.THE OUTCOME
The focal point has shifted from the heavy eyelid skin to sc... Read More
Case #821:
Drooping Brow Botox with Under Eye FillerCase: 4 of 8
Case #821
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
Wanting a refreshed and rejuvenated look, this dedicated mother of two sought a solution to alleviate the constant effort required to keep her eyes open. MFI TREATMENT PLAN
PA-C Tiffany used Botox to the forehead and around the eyes to rejuvenate the upper eyelids, alleviating visible heavines... Read More
Wanting a refreshed and rejuvenated look, this dedicated mother of two sought a solution to alleviate the constant effort required to keep her eyes open. MFI TREATMENT PLAN
PA-C Tiffany used Botox to the forehead and around the eyes to rejuvenate the upper eyelids, alleviating visible heavines... Read More
Case #918:
i360˚ Full Face: Drooping Brow & Chin Botox with Forehead, Under Eyes, Midface, Chin, Nose, Chin & Jawline FillerCase: 5 of 8
Case #918
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
In her 40s, this patient came to us hoping to address drooping brows that made her appear more tired than she felt. Her goal was a refreshed, lifted look — especially around the eyes — without surgery.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
To achieve her desired results, we created a customized i360 Full Face plan, which incl... Read More
In her 40s, this patient came to us hoping to address drooping brows that made her appear more tired than she felt. Her goal was a refreshed, lifted look — especially around the eyes — without surgery.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
To achieve her desired results, we created a customized i360 Full Face plan, which incl... Read More
Case #919:
Botox for Drooping BrowCase: 6 of 8
Case #919
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This patient came to us for her very first BOTOX treatment, motivated by a desire to address one specific concern: upper eyelid heaviness and drooping. She felt that this subtle sagging aged her appearance and gave her a perpetually tired look, despite feeling energized and youthful.After extensive online research... Read More
This patient came to us for her very first BOTOX treatment, motivated by a desire to address one specific concern: upper eyelid heaviness and drooping. She felt that this subtle sagging aged her appearance and gave her a perpetually tired look, despite feeling energized and youthful.After extensive online research... Read More
Case #309:
Botox for Drooping BrowCase: 7 of 8
Case #309
See her Full Face dermal filler Case here!ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This California woman in her 50's came to San Francisco to see me about taking care of the shadows that were beginning to appear underneath her eyes. I found her to be an excellent candidate for non-surgical facial fillers.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
In additi... Read More
This California woman in her 50's came to San Francisco to see me about taking care of the shadows that were beginning to appear underneath her eyes. I found her to be an excellent candidate for non-surgical facial fillers.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
In additi... Read More
Case #1333:
i360˚ Full Face: Drooping Brow Botox with Under Eyes, Midface, Cheeks, Nose, Lip, Chin & Jawline FillerCase: 8 of 8
Case #1333
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This vibrant woman in her early 60s came to MFI looking to refresh her appearance in a natural, understated way. Her primary concern was the heaviness around her upper eyelids, which made her look more tired or stern than she felt. After learning about the lifting effects of Botox treatment, she was curious whether it cou... Read More
This vibrant woman in her early 60s came to MFI looking to refresh her appearance in a natural, understated way. Her primary concern was the heaviness around her upper eyelids, which made her look more tired or stern than she felt. After learning about the lifting effects of Botox treatment, she was curious whether it cou... Read More
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Sunken Temples
Either age or extreme fitness can cause the temple area to become hollow, giving a gaunt or skeletal appearance. Volume loss in the temples may go unnoticed until patients see the difference a little temple filler makes.
Our Favorite
Sunken Temples
Before AND After Photos
Case #308:
Single Area Temple Filler TreatmentCase: 1 of 6
Case #308
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This woman in her 50's came to us seeking a refreshed, more youthful look. During her i360 full-face assessment, we noted a significant volume loss in her temples — a common but often overlooked sign of aging that can create a more hollowed or skeletal appearance. Once identified, it became clear that restoring volume in... Read More
This woman in her 50's came to us seeking a refreshed, more youthful look. During her i360 full-face assessment, we noted a significant volume loss in her temples — a common but often overlooked sign of aging that can create a more hollowed or skeletal appearance. Once identified, it became clear that restoring volume in... Read More
Case #771:
Temple & Forehead FillerCase: 2 of 6
Case #771
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This beautiful patient in her 60s came to MFI hoping to restore balance and volume to her upper face, with a specific concern about sunken temples and a flatter forehead contour. Her goal was a naturally refreshed look that felt like her — just more vibrant and youthful.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
This transformation was... Read More
This beautiful patient in her 60s came to MFI hoping to restore balance and volume to her upper face, with a specific concern about sunken temples and a flatter forehead contour. Her goal was a naturally refreshed look that felt like her — just more vibrant and youthful.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
This transformation was... Read More
Case #761:
Temple, Forehead & Under Eye FillerCase: 3 of 6
Case #761
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This male patient in his 50's came to MFI looking for expert guidance on how to achieve a more youthful, refreshedappearance. Rather than focusing on one concern, he was open to suggestions and trusted our team to create a customized plan that addressed the areas most contributing to facial aging. MFI TREATMEN... Read More
This male patient in his 50's came to MFI looking for expert guidance on how to achieve a more youthful, refreshedappearance. Rather than focusing on one concern, he was open to suggestions and trusted our team to create a customized plan that addressed the areas most contributing to facial aging. MFI TREATMEN... Read More
Case #1231:
Before and AfterCase: 4 of 6
Case #1231
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This beautiful patient in her late 50's came to us wanting to turn back the clock and refresh her appearance in a natural-looking way. Her main concern was the hollowing in her temples, which made her look more tired than she felt. She was ready for a non-surgical solution that would rejuvenate her face while preserving h... Read More
This beautiful patient in her late 50's came to us wanting to turn back the clock and refresh her appearance in a natural-looking way. Her main concern was the hollowing in her temples, which made her look more tired than she felt. She was ready for a non-surgical solution that would rejuvenate her face while preserving h... Read More
Case #1342:
Before and AfterCase: 5 of 6
Case #1342
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
This patient in her 40s came to us seeking a more youthful, full look—especially in the temple area, which she described as “skeletal.” She wasn’t interested in anything drastic but wanted to restore balance and softness across her face. She also expressed openness to professional recommendations, curious about what other... Read More
This patient in her 40s came to us seeking a more youthful, full look—especially in the temple area, which she described as “skeletal.” She wasn’t interested in anything drastic but wanted to restore balance and softness across her face. She also expressed openness to professional recommendations, curious about what other... Read More
Case #1346:
Before and AfterCase: 6 of 6
Case #1346
ABOUT OUR PATIENT
In her 50s, this beautiful patient came to MFI hoping to address prominent hollowness and muscle definition in her temples, which gave the upper face a more angular appearance. She wanted a softer, more balanced look that still felt natural and true to her features.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
This transformation was comp... Read More
In her 50s, this beautiful patient came to MFI hoping to address prominent hollowness and muscle definition in her temples, which gave the upper face a more angular appearance. She wanted a softer, more balanced look that still felt natural and true to her features.MFI TREATMENT PLAN
This transformation was comp... Read More
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
The MFI Advantage
MFI focuses exclusively on injectables and has set the bar in the art and science of fillers for more than 15 years. Dr. Mabrie, trained as a facial plastic surgeon, has dedicated thousands of hours to refining the most innovative, effective, and safe techniques for injectables. There is no other practice in the Bay Area with the level of experience, education, and passion for injectables you’ll find at MFI.
Schedule MeWe’d Love To See You
If you’d like to speak to one of the expert Injectors at MFI about creating your ideal forehead and brow, request a consultation online, or call us at (415) 445-9513 to schedule your appointment. If you’ll be visiting us from outside the area, you’re in good company, and our Fly in for Your Procedure page was created just for you to help make planning your trip as smooth as possible.
Reviewed for clinical accuracy by Dr. David Mabrie on April 10th, 2026.
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