Under eye tightening/treatment? (Photo)

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I have a question regarding under eyes. I know this is a tricky place to treat, but I am looking to tighten and smooth out the skin under my eyes. I did get Botox in this area about 7 months ago and I really didn’t like the outcome due to it not really helping the area(I now know this is not a good place for Botox) . Is there anything else that can be done to get this area radiant, plump and smooth like the rest of my face? I added a picture for reference close up on the skin.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. A formal evaluation would be needed to determine the best treatment, especially since it is very difficult to see what's going on from the picture provided. There are both surgical and non-surgical options to correct this, depending on your specific situation.

For less significant puffiness and sagging UNDER the eyes, or more mild improvement, there are nonsurgical treatment options: we often use Renuvion helium plasma radiofrequency (RF) energy to achieve incredible results and take years off of your appearance. Combining RF energy and cool helium plasma, the signs of aging (wrinkles, pigmentation, skin laxity) are improved in a ‘Nonsurgical Lower Eyelid Lift.' The focused heating tightens and peels the outer skin layer with extreme precision, leaving the surrounding area undamaged, smoothing and tightening the periorbital skin, and improving the overall skin quality around the eyes. It's an aggressive treatment, and the recovery time is longer than with other nonsurgical procedures, but the results can be life-changing.​

Surgery (a lower blepharoplasty with or without canthopexy/canthoplasty or orbicularis muscle suspension) is a great option for more significant improvement- for example if there are more severe lower eyelid bags / bulging present. Sometimes the surgery can also be used to intentionally adjust the shape and/or size of your eyes, or correct any asymmetries!

Dr. Donald Groves is an expert facial plastic surgeon that I work with, who specializes in these types of procedures. It is important that if you are considering surgery that you go to someone who is well trained and very experienced with these delicate operations to get the best results. I suggest getting a consultation with an experienced cosmetic dermatologist and facial sculpting expert, or an aesthetic facial plastic surgeon like Dr. Groves; we are both located right here in Los Angeles.

Best, 
Dr. Emer

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

That is a condition where you can see the white of somebody's eye in between the Iris and the lower lash line. I think any under eye tightening procedure could be risky in your situation. If eyelid margin skin is pulled too far from the globe, it can be very irritating, and even debilitating. I hope this helps. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Nelson Lee Novick, MD · Answer

It was a bit difficult to determine from the cropped photo provided, however, there is a strong suggestion of volume deficit in the cheeks. And, since the upper cheeks are a major support to the under-eyes, revolumizing the cheeks using a robust HA volumizing filler can not only created a more feminine, oval, heart-shaped face and ogee curve, but can create a smother transition between the upper cheeks and the under-eyes. In experienced hands, this can be performed in about a ten minute treatment sessions with immediate, on-the-spot results. You would be wise to consult with an experienced, board certified cosmetic dermatologist filler expert and be sure to ask to see his/her personal before and after photos prior to agreeing to proceed. Best of luck.

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