Can you treat tear troughs by filling the cheek area? (photo)

November 18, 2015
Asked By:GinaSM in San Jose, CA

I am 41 years old. I recently lost weight and as a result my chubby full face disappeared. The tear troughs which are hereditary also became more noticable. I had Restylane injected under my eye and around my nose a little over a week ago, but I can tell it has not made much of a difference. The ridge is still there. I am wondering if I should have filler in my cheek to create a more smoother appearance from eye to cheek. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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Answer: Fillers to Cheeks to Improve the Tear Troughs

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November 20, 2015

Answer: Filling tear troughs

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Answer: Treating Tear Troughs by Treating Cheeks

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Answer: Treating Tear Troughs by Treating Cheeks

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