Can fat transfer cause the tyndall effect under eyes?

Question

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.

Tim Neavin, MD · Answer

You won't get a blue discoloration from fat. Nodules can occur, albeit rare in skilled hands. The filler should be able to be removed with an enzyme such as Vitrase.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

For over 25 years that we were doing fat grafting around the eyes and I did not see a single case of Tyndall effect since fat graft is not gelatinous and transparent like HA fillers. I hope this helps. Good luck.

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