Under muscle Juvederm for cheekbone enhancement and under eye injection to

This site notes a number of women who have been VERY unhappy with Juvederm in tear troughs. (I assume that means the circles under the eyes) The common complaint is that it creates lumps and bags. My doctor is suggesting under muscle Juvederm for cheekbone enhancement and under eye injection to reduce circles. I was set to do it until I read all of the complaints. Any comments?

2 answers to “Under muscle Juvederm for cheekbone...”

A: Juvederm for cheeks and undereyes

Bryan K. Chen, MD

The hyaluronics Restylane and Juvederm are good products for under-eye hollows.  I agree that the delicate under-eye area should only be injected by an experienced injector with a good understanding of the anatomy of this particular area.  Injections need to be deep to the orbicularis oculi... more

A: Restylane is Best for Eye Lid Hollows, Use Juvederm For Your Cheeks

Michael A. Persky, MD

Hi Califdrmn99, Once again, as with any tool, "it's not the tool, it's the craftsman". That having been said, I have found that Restylane is more reliable in the very delicate lower eye lid tear hollow area.  I agree that Juvederm in this area "misbehaves" and may swell more that... more

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