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Tear Trough and Varicose Vein - Is Dermal Filler Safe?

asked 1 year ago by carlglcass in NY
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
Question viewed 907 times
Tags: under eyes, dark circles, safety, varicose veins

I have, to my understanding, three factors that originates dark circles under my eyes: 1. Tear trough def 2. Varicose Veins along the Tear trough 3. Blueish appearance due to thin skin under eyes

My questions: - is possible to have fillers avoiding vein damage and subsequent bruising? - What is the best method to eliminate these varicose veins? heard that lasers are unable to eliminate big veins like these. -Is there a way to eliminate the bluish-red apearance of my lower eyelid?

2 answers to Tear Trough and Varicose Vein - Is Dermal Filler Safe?

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Tear trough treatment

To treat the tear trough, delicate injection of facial fillers like restylane are possible to give an improved appearance.  I would personally avoid using silicone because it may cause  long term problems.
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The appearance of your lower eyelid veins may diminish after your tear trough is filled.

I I reviewed the photo of your right lower eyelid. Your deep eyelid groove may be filled with a dermal filler to reduce it's prominence. My personal preference is Silikon-1000 for permanent results. I have seen improvement in the appearance of superficial veins in the lower eyelids after the groove is filled. If your doctor inadvertently traumatizes a small vein, you may get a bruise that could last up to 2 weeks. The blue hue of your lower eyelid skin will not likely improve with a... more

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