I was hoping for opinions on whether I should get Juvaderm fillers under my eyes. I had lower transconjuctival blepharoplasty and fat grafting under the eye/cheek 2 months ago to get rid of my under-eye bags. Unfortunately there was a complication with my right eye. The mucosa would not stay in place after the surgery. I developed chemosis and had severe double-vision when looking to the left. It was very frightening, but my surgeon was working closely with me as things progressed. Fortunately, everything is much improved. The mucosa returned to it's proper location, the chemosis cleared up and the double vision is nearly gone. Phew! I still have some bruising and swelling, by the way. Today my surgeon told me that I have some hollowness under my eyes and she feels Juvederm injections would improve this to give my blepharoplasty the best possible results. If I were to go forward with this, it would not be for another 6 months or so to ensure I am fully healed. Unfortunately, my experience with the "complication" has left me slightly afraid of doing anything else. I think my surgeon did a good job and I trust when she says this complication was unexpected and there was nothing she could do. She says she didn't want to cut the mucosa when it was out of place in order to avoid the risk of it losing any functionality. I would love to have optimum results, but I wonder if it is worth the risk at this point. I'm almost just I am also afraid of "Juvederm". The fat grafting was from my own body (belly) but an artificial filler being put in my face frigthens me a little. Any input would be greatly appreciated :)
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July 2, 2012
Answer: Juvederm for under eye hollows - skittish after post surgical complications
It is highly unlikely for Juvederm to cause scar tissue. It is more than likely Juvederm placed too superficially. This can be dissolved with Hyaluronidase. You should return to your original doctor for correction. He will likely do this at no charge.
If you can go back to your orginal doc that's fine but if it is after hoursd I would go to your local emergenvy room.Thay can give you soem IV meds to control the reaction.