Is this tear trough deformity? Can it be treated with microneedling/Derma Roller? (Photo)

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I got this tear trough (As I know) when I was 19. And know it has become worse. I tried so many home remedies, creams, facial massage, lympathic drainage etc but it never goes. Then I tried dermaroller 0.5mm. The texture is light now but these tears are still there. Is there any treatment other than fillers and surgery? Should I dermaroll with 1.0mm and they will be gone? I'm only 22 years old.

Shaun Patel, MD · Answer

Based on your photos, I think you are a good candidate for undereye filler treatment using Restylane. Microneedling is not a treatment for undereye volume although it works well for fine lines and wrinkles as well as uneven skin texture.

Aurora DeJuliis, MD · Answer

From your picture it is difficult to make a full assessment, but your tear trough appareance is genetic. I do not think fillers will help. Home microneedling is a dangerous technique because first of all you can never achieve the results a doctor's procedure can provide and second you have high risk of infection.
Please get a consultation with an experienced physician for a full assessment.

Justin Harper, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi Preti,Microneedling will encourage collagen growth but will not replace substantial volume.  Undereye hollows are more complex than just inducing collagen growth. Most of it is due to fat loss and best replaced with fillers. It's perfectly understandable why you are hesitant about fillers - reversing unsatisfactory results is not exactly fool-proof. Discuss options with your doctor. Fillers like Restylane Refyne look natural and produce great results without the downtime.All the best, Justin Harper, M.D.

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