I've suffered for 20 years from this. I can hardly look at anyone in the eye. Before you suggest I'm too young to have a permanent procedure done, look at my photos. A change is needed for my mental well-being. 2 months ago I had Radiesse injected and while I like the result, I need more volume (I used 2 syringes) and can't afford the temporary result. My surgeon suggested fat transfer but I'm put off that only 50% will stick & I may need to have another. Am I a candidate for orbital implants?
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July 7, 2013
Answer: Which Would Be Better in my Under-eye Hollow Situation: Orbital Rim Implants or a Fat Transfer?
Although your photos are helpful and exam by a board certified specialist with extensive experience in eyelid surgery is needed for the best opinion. Fillers and Fat transfer (long lasting) are excellent for most with tear trough depressions, so much so that they are now used far more often than...
Large or small eyes are typically a result of the bony and soft tissue anatomy of the eye socket. This can create a larger or smaller appearing eye. The best example is the aging eye which appears very deep in the eye socket and small. This can, in most cases, be improved with eyelid and...
The problem that you have is a ptosis of the eyelid. This is normally caused by muscle weakness.You are best served by having this condition evaluated and rthen consider treatment. Steroid are not likely the cause. All the best.
