I have slim face, tear trough fillers don't last. Should I build up cheeks with Voluma for tear trough fillers to work?

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I have had one injection for tear troughs 3 months ago so half under each eye. 2 weeks later once swelling would go down I needed more it looked great but 3 weeks later it started to look almost like before the fillers. Its like the fillers move or are not supported. I have very little facial volume to begin with. Do i need to build the rest of my face with voluma for tear trough fillers to stay in place?

Steven H. Dayan, MD · Answer

Dear eliza bethany,
Thank you for your question. It is difficult to make an accurate assessment and recommendations based on reviewing photographs alone. I recommend you seek repeat evaluation with your provider to discuss your concerns and treatment goals. We usually treat the tear trough areas with a thinner filler like Belotero and conservatively to avoid a puffy appearance, which is different from how we treat the cheeks, usually addressed with a thicker filler such as Voluma or Restylane Refyne. Depending on your anatomy, perhaps volume enhancement to the cheeks will help bring the midface definition and attention to the eyes you are seeking and this can be discussed with your provider.

William Groff, DO · Answer

It sounds like you may not have received enough filler under your eyes to completely even out the troughs. Dermal fillers shouldn’t move after they’ve been injected. You could ask your dermatologist for more filler, and for a longer-lasting HA filler, such as Volbella. Building up your cheekbones with Sculptra and/or Voluma could also help. Be sure to consult a board-certified dermatologist who is an expert at rejuvenating the face with dermal fillers to avoid more frustration.

Oxana Popescu, MD · Answer

Hello,

Thank you for your  question. After examining your pictures, I can say that you will need a little less than 1 cc of Juvederm Ultra. The results  are visible and lasting. I am not convinced you need the Voluma. Please examine my photo portfolio to find a similar patient.

Best,

Oxana Popescu MD

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. I would advocate trying a different filler for the underlies, perhaps Vollure, in addition to cheek filler placement.  This should afford you a more well-rounded and proportional improvement.  Hope this helps.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

A combination approach will give the most improvement. Fillers, lasers, and microneedling/PRP can improve under the eyes. My patients try to get non surgical treatments to avoid surgery. We use PRP and stem cells there often. I suggest consulting with an expert to develop a treatment plan best suited for your short and long term goals. Best, Dr. Emer

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