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What are non surgical options for reducing the bags under my eyes.

I am a 61 year old male :I have fat deposites under my eyes(bloated bags) other than surgery ,what can I do? What about vibration to break down the fat?(electric toothbrush)?

Doctor Answers 2

January 3rd, 2014

It is hard to tell what you have without a picture.

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However if you have significant prolapsed fat under the eyes, the only way to get rid of this is with surgery.  Ultrasound or other types of vibration won't help.
John J. Martin, Jr., MD


Coral Gables Oculoplastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 30 reviews

January 3rd, 2014

At your age, there are few nonsurgical options.

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I don't think using your tooth brush will do very much.  However, if it does work, I suggest would contact a patent attorney.  Even if it doesn't work very well it could be worth a fortune!  

Seriously consider posting photographs so we can be more concrete with our suggestions.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
Beverly Hills Oculoplastic Surgeon
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