How Does One Find an Experienced Doctor for Restylane for Sunken Eyes?

Hello.  The under eye area is one of the more difficult injection techniques to perform well, at least for those not trained.  One of the key questions to ask, regardless of the injector, is what technique are they using.

There is a very specific technique where the product is injected "under the muscle".  You should know whether your injector will use this or not.  Any tear trough procedure we have ever seen that where the patient is unhappy is invariably one where this technique was not used.  The skin under the eye is very thin and dermal fillers are not easily placed in the same manner under the eye as they are in other areas of the face.  This is the reason to inject under the muscle in this area.  

Also, ask for photos and better yet, get a referral from a friend.  Good luck.

Although this treatment has become more common, with more doctors performing it, consult someone with expertise in the anatomy of the region.  Consult an oculoplastic surgeon.

 

The restylane usa website has a physican finder which can be used to identify qualified injectors in your area. Careful consultation with 3 - 4 experienced and expert injectors will help you identify the one that best fits your needs.

I would recommend speaking with a board certified plastic surgeon who performs both blepharoplasty and injects fillers in this area. If they have experience with both procedures they can advise you as to the best course of treament. Some who only has one hamer will do the same thing all of the time. You should look for someone who can utulize all of the available surgical techniques and fillers.

 

I recommend that you have a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon, not just because of my own training and experience, but because plastic surgeons have many techniques available in addition to filler.  I am less inclined to recommend filler if I do not think that it will satisfy the patient's needs and can discuss a whole range of treatment options.  If you see a physician who can only offer you filler, then you are more likely to be pushed in that direction as opposed to an objective assessment of your condition. Ask yourself if you are comfortable with the physician you've seen.  Did he spend enough time with you and address your concerns?  Was the staff congenial?  Did you feel that you were treated like an individual?  Who will perform the injections?  Will any analgesia be provided?  If you believe that there is a complication, does the doctor have a 24 hour answering service?  You will know what questions are most important to you--don't hesitate to ask them!