Should I have Carboxytherapy before Blepharoplasty?

Should I get Carboxytherapy first before I consider Blepharoplasty for minor eye bags (starting to sag a little) and major dark circle (I am in my 20s)? As Carboxytherapy claims to break up fat cells, if I get Blepharoplasty first, would it make my eye hollow at the bottom if I get Carboxytherapy later? Thank you.

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A: No Carboxytherapy before Eyelid Surgery

By Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD - Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Carboxytherapy would be foolish and possibly dangerous. I cannot state which treatment I would recommend for you. It depends on the anatomy. Blepharoplasty, even in young patients, gives splendid results. Injections can be used, understanding that fat injections are less predictable. Laser resurfacing may play... more

A: Blepharoplasty

By Steven Wallach, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Be careful with anything that will melt of dissolve fat around the eyes. This may cause hollowing that you probably do not want. A Blepharoplasty performed obviously under direct vision will precisely remove or redrape fat in the desired areas.

A: Beware of volume loss

By Robert M. Freund, MD - New York City Plastic Surgeon

Blepharoplasty is a great solution for people with bags under their eyes when done in moderation. Young patients sometimes want eye jobs too soon. Fat injections done well are an ideal starting point without the risks of becoming too hollow.

A: Avoid carboxy therapy

By Timothy R. Jones, MD - St. Louis Plastic Surgeon

Carboxy therapy is new, unproven, and potentially dangerous to your vision. I wouldn't even consider this option. Prominent eyelid fat pads and dark circles can best be addressed by lower eyelid blepharoplasty. However, fillers can be used in certain cases when bags are mild. Fillers, including fat,... more

A: Carboxytherapy seems excessive

By Jeffrey Zwiren, MD - Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

I would caution against carboxytherapy or any injection of material to dissolve fat such as lipodissolve. A blepharoplasty is a much better and more predictable procedure than either of these treatments.

A: Laser Arcus release and fat grafting is you very best option for deep dark circles

By Brooke R. Seckel, MD - Boston Plastic Surgeon

Dear Liponyc, Carboxy therapy-injecting CO2 into your eyelids could accidentally place gas bubbles into the blood vessels feeding your eyes, and blind you! Further more I do not feel it would have any effect on the lower eyelid fat which lies beneath the eyelid muscle and septum. Laser surgical methods are the... more

A: Blepharoplasty is the way to go.

By David Shafer, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

LipoNYC, The safest thing is to stick with the time-tested blepharoplasty. You need to talk with your surgeon about your expectations and possibilities, but my suggestion would be to do the blepharoplasty first. Good luck with your surgery.

A: Surgery Only safer

By Hisham Seify, MD, PhD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

I have no personal experience with carboxytherapy(injection of minute amounts of CO2 under the skin) but it seems an over treatment and could be risky to do this before blepharoplasty. If you have the anatomical deformity ,i would proceed with the surgery only. Word of caution about any new treatment:... more

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DR R K GANG unregistered guest

10 Feb 2009

I have used carboxytherapy for the dark circles under the eyes and it is quite effective in resolving .It is specially good for those patients who are afraid of surgery.

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