Same dark circles and eye bags treatment in the US?

I am 26 years old and my dark circles are more prominent than ever. It started when I was 18 and is now progressing to eye bags undereyes. Make-up does not seem to cover them up well enough anymore. My friend suggested I go overseas to do a treatment, which she has mentioned about an injection following a surgery of cutting out the extra skin under my eyes. I really want to do what it takes. Are there any suggestions for a similar surgery over here in the US?

4 answers to “Same dark circles and eye bags...”

A: Arcus Release and fat grafting best choice for dark circles

Brooke R. Seckel, MD

The arcus marginalis release and fat grafting done through an internal incision (transconjunctival) is the best treatment for correction of dark circles and slight fullness (bagginess) of the lower eyelid, especially in young people. I have been doing this procedure in the Boston area for 8 years and was... more

A: Dark Circle and Eye Bag Treatment; Exclusive to Europe or Available Even in Oakland, California?

Michael A. Persky, MD

Hi Marilyn, It is difficult to answer your question accurately without examining you or seeing photos. Many patients with your complaints respond well to Restylane injections to fill the hollowness of the lower eye lid area which decreases the dark shadowing effect of the bags.  If after Restylane... more

A: Dark Circles under the eyes

Tanveer Janjua, MD

There are 3 things likely causing your dark circles. 1. Fatty bag of the lower eyes casting a shadow 2. Increased darkening from veins under the skin. 3. Possible allergies or fluid retention.   Surgery will fix only the part of reducing any extra skin and fat. It is not going to get rid of your circles.... more

A: Be careful where you look for help

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD

Dear Marylin You need a cosmetic surgeon with an interest in lower eyelid circles. At your age, I would strongly advise against radical or even standard eyelid surgery in the hope that it might fix the dark circles. Generally, dark circles can be significantly benefited now using Restylane to fill the tear... more

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