Would lower blepharoplasty and Morpheus8 minimize the appearance of under eye wrinkles? (photos)

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How do I treat these deep under eye wrinkles? They only come when I smile. I'm considering a lower blethroplasty and Morpheus 8. Will these treatments work? If so, what order should I do them? Thanks!

Chet Mays, MD · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry! By your photos, it looks like you would be a great candidate for a lower bleph procedure as that procedure will remove excess skin to your lower eyelids. I recommend scheduling a consult appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon like myself so we can assess your eyes, listen to your goals, and create a surgical plan that is best for you and your goals!

Andrew Miller, MD · Answer

Wrinkles under the eye that are freestanding can be treated with laser or Morpheus. However, if they only come with smiling, then Botox is really the only treatment. Even if you do laser in the future, you have to keep up with the botox so that the wrinkles don't return.

Lexie Wang, MD · Answer

You probably don't need a lower bleph based on these photos. I would make sure to regularly do botox/neurotoxin to this area (close to the lid and superficial to avoid hitting the smile muscle) as you said that this worsens when you smile. Secondarily, any kind of skincare improving like morpheus will help.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

I would recommend Botox for the under eye wrinkles.  You appear very young and I do not think a lower blepharoplasty would be indicated at this time.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

If you have never tried Botox, sometimes it's helpful for under eye wrinkles with smiling. Many times it's not. In general, lower eyelid blepharoplasty is not an operation to significantly reduce under eye wrinkles. Depending on your examination, a chemical peel or laser treatment may also be considered. Thank you for this question! Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Would lower blepharoplasty and Morpheus8 minimize the appearance of under eye wrinkles? (photos)

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Answer: Botox

Answer: Botox

Answer: Consider Morpheus 8 for under eye wrinkles.

Answer: Consider Morpheus 8 for under eye wrinkles.

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Would lower blepharoplasty and Morpheus8 minimize the appearance of under eye wrinkles? (photos)

Answers (8)

Answer: Botox

Answer: Botox

Answer: Consider Morpheus 8 for under eye wrinkles.

Answer: Consider Morpheus 8 for under eye wrinkles.

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