Would you recommend lower eyelid surgery for the dark circles? (Photo)

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Donald B. Yoo, MD, FACS · Answer

Common reasons for lower blepharoplasty include tear trough deformity or pseudoherniation of the orbital fat.  An in-person exam would provide a more accurate diagnosis, but preliminarily based on your photos it does appear you have pseudoherniation of fat creating "eye bags.” They should also be more prominent when you look up. Transconjunctival lower blepharoplasty with fat repositioning will provide nice results and a better lid-cheek transition in this case. If you want the best idea of what is possible for your eyes, do your due diligence, find an experienced facial plastic surgeon, and have him/her evaluate you in person and discuss your options. @drdonyoo

Robert T. Buchanan, MD (retired) · Answer

ABOLUTELY NOT. Surgery is not the answer for your problem. Proper use of a heavy filler like Juvederm Voluma on the bone or muscle below the orbital ligament will correct your problem. The problem is that the majority of injectors treating this area are doing so incorrectly. Make sure you see an expert.

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