Hello, I'm 47, and I have fine lines running along my tear troughs that branch out toward my cheeks. They are hereditary. I am currently using Retin-A at night. I was wondering if micro-needling would also be helpful. I have read other posts saying they have had changes in the skin surface or pock marks from the needles. Is this procedure safe and effective for the eye area? Thank you.
January 15, 2020
Answer: Eye Hello there,
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January 15, 2020
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January 13, 2020
Answer: Lines around eyes Hello and thank you for your question. Unfortunately, the under eye area is one of the first places we start to lose collagen. The use of Retin A is a great addition to your skin care routine! But, if really wanting to attack those existing lines, filler/botox/resurfacing is a great place to start. Volbella for the under eye can really improve the loss of volume under the eye. Volbella is placed right where a tear would fall, the tear troughs. This would decrease the amount of hollowness and shadowing under the eye. This filler can last up to 9 months, for some longer. Next, a little botox for the crows feet and under the eye. This can open the eye a little and help control those stubborn fine lines under the eye. Finally, microneedling w/ platelet rich plasma (PRP) is an awesome choice for resurfacing, this will build collagen, tighten the skin and improve skin texture. Typically 3 sessions will give you a great result, you will need to do maintenance treatments after your series. Maybe 1-2 x per year to maintain the result. I hope this helps. Microneedling results depend on the person performing the procedure, technique is very important. Be sure you are going to an experienced, board certified provider to discuss your concerns and desired results. Good luck to you, hope this helps!
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January 13, 2020
Answer: Lines around eyes Hello and thank you for your question. Unfortunately, the under eye area is one of the first places we start to lose collagen. The use of Retin A is a great addition to your skin care routine! But, if really wanting to attack those existing lines, filler/botox/resurfacing is a great place to start. Volbella for the under eye can really improve the loss of volume under the eye. Volbella is placed right where a tear would fall, the tear troughs. This would decrease the amount of hollowness and shadowing under the eye. This filler can last up to 9 months, for some longer. Next, a little botox for the crows feet and under the eye. This can open the eye a little and help control those stubborn fine lines under the eye. Finally, microneedling w/ platelet rich plasma (PRP) is an awesome choice for resurfacing, this will build collagen, tighten the skin and improve skin texture. Typically 3 sessions will give you a great result, you will need to do maintenance treatments after your series. Maybe 1-2 x per year to maintain the result. I hope this helps. Microneedling results depend on the person performing the procedure, technique is very important. Be sure you are going to an experienced, board certified provider to discuss your concerns and desired results. Good luck to you, hope this helps!
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