Had too much fat removed from my lower eyelids. Can this outcome be improved? (photo)

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I had too much fat removed from my lower eyelids. Most hollow photos I see have hollows along the orbital rim. The bone I see is my eye socket. Looks so strange and it’s very difficult to look at my reflection these days. Looking at before pics I realized I should have been discouraged from having this procedure. Incredibly unfortunate.

Jennifer Goodrich, MD · Answer

Good afternoon!
A fat transfer would be a great option: harvesting your own fat from thigh or abdomen and replacing the lost fat/volume in the infraorbital area. I would be extremely cautious of using filler that close to the orbit personally

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

The aging process around the lower eyelid and mid face is complex.
There are generally two variables that change that are opposing.
In a youthful face, the lower eyelid should be snug with immediate plump fullness in the transition to the mid face.
With typical signs of aging, the volumes, reverse with fullness in the lower eyelid, followed by a loss of volume, starting in the tear trough and the upper part of the mid face.
Making an accurate assessment regarding the lower eyelid and mid face should involve both of the areas since they are immediately adjacent upon each other.
For some people, lots of midface volume is the primary problem and for others fullness in the lower eyelid is primary.
Most individuals seeking treatment, have both to some degree.
Restoration of mid face volume including the lower part of the eyelid is tricky because it’s placed in the wrong area. The results can create the opposite of what is intended.
Volume restoration is best done using Fillers. Fillers are precise, predictable, and forgiving, if the result is less than perfect.
There are alternatives for mid face volume restoration, including implants, fat transfer, mid facelift, etc.
I suggest in person second opinion, consultations with highly experienced senior plastic surgeons in your community.
For a second opinion, consultations come prepared to bringing with you a complete set up before and after pictures and a copy of your operative report. These are available from your current providers office if you request them.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

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