Will a filler or Belpharoplasty fix my under eye bags?

I am 33 and just started getting under eye bags 6 months ago for no known reason. I've tried everything: vitamins, sleep, allergy meds, creams, water, etc., but nothing worked. I am considering laser, possibly Thermage or just going straight to a dermal filler or Blepharoplasty. What should I do? The pic doesn't show the puff much, but this is with makeup on. I have the purple crescent coming from corner of inner eye, then above that it is puffy and lighter colored. It is crepe-like when I smile.

Will a filler or Belpharoplasty fix my under eye bags?
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A: Fillers and Blepharoplasty may both be otptions

James H. Schmidt, MD

The bags under your eyes occur for several reasons-allergies, fluid retention, loss of skin quality, the fat pocket around the eyes starting to protrude among others. It sounds like you have tried many of the typical nonsurgical treatments without much improvement.  So fillers or lower eyelid surgery may... more

A: Blepharoplasty may be a good option, depending on the cause of the under eye bags

Thomas Buonassisi, MD

Hello, Under eye bags can be caused by a variety of factors, including diet, lifestyle and genetics. I see many patients like yourself who are young and healthy, and are starting to notice bags for the first time. Your approach is typical and appropriate - trying creams and getting more sleep is a good place... more

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Jonathan Hoenig M.D.
209 posts
1 May 2009

You look like you'd do great with Restylane under the eyes.

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