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Can fat transfer cause the tyndall effect under eyes?

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033198May 21, 2025

I have used fillers in the past under my eyes and I’m very discouraged because I got the Tyndall effect in the past. I already know that having an experienced injector is key but this was a board certified plastic surgeon who performed it so I thought I was safe. Nevertheless, I will never have it done again. I want to know if there is a possibility of the tyndall effect under eyes with fat injections/transfer. Thank you.

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Dr. Tim Neavin, MD
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Dr. Zoran Potparic, MD
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