Julia Carroll, MD, FRCPC

Hi Girl83

Thanks for your question.  The pictures are a bit close but I think there are two great options for you.  I love doing a low dose form of botox, that I've coined microbotox, under the eyes.  It really helps with those early under eye crinkles.  Another option would be a resurfacing laser treatment such as Profractional.  I think those are better options than chemical peels.

All the best,
Dr. Carroll

Thanks for your interesting question.  First of all, chiropractors are not physicians, they are chiropractors.  Secondly, whether they are able to inject or not is irrelevant.  When choosing your injector you should look for a physician who studied cosmetic medicine in their their residency, i.e. it should be core training.  This would include dermatologists and plastic surgeons.  

Hi Miss BBGUN

I think you are a great candidate for lip augmentation.  It's unfortunate that the doctors you are seeing are not giving you clear, confident advice.  There are definitely differences between Juvederm and Restylane but it's the injector that is the most important part.  I use both products and get fabulous results with both. Sometimes we even combine products.  So I would look for a board-certified dermatologist who performs a lot of lip injections and let them decide which product or products are best for you.  
Also, I think your Kylie expectations may be a bit ambitious.  It's important that the lips suit the face.  Sometimes less is more. ;-)

Hope that helps!

Dr. Carroll

Hi ForeverReal

Thanks for your question.  From the pictures it looks to me like the product was placed too low and perhaps too much was injected. But, if you just had them done you may want to wait a week or two until the swelling goes down. They may look much better after that. 

When I correct tear troughs I aim to correct them to 70%.  There are two reasons for this, partially because you usually get water absorption into the product which can then lead to over correction.  Also, my style is a really natural one and I believe everyone should have a little bit of a tear trough. ;-)

Not to worry though!  The product can be partially removed by injecting hyaluronidase which all injectors should carry.  My other suggestion would be to get your tear troughs injected by a dermatologist using a micro-cannula.  It is less traumatic (ie. less bruising) and gives a very even, natural result.

Hope that helps!

Dr. C

Hi sheridan1308

Thanks for your question and the photos.  Based on your photos I think you would be an excellent patient for treatment of the tear toughs.  A little goes a long way in this area. In order to have a safe, even injection I use a microcannula. It's also great for minimizing bruising.  Your best option is to seek a thorough consultation from a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in fillers.  

All the best,
Dr. Carroll