Filler placement under eye: Is it supposed to go under the orbital muscle?

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I had filler put under my eye and it appears that some has been injected under that muscle around the eye (but injected under the eye). I was told by a top dermatologist that it should not be placed under that muscle. I hate the way it makes my eye area look, sticking forward and hard. Can't doctors just fill in the hollow directly without going near that muscle????

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Hi @Rdhead1. Thank you for your question. Most facial filler products that are injected into this area should ideally be placed in the tissue plane directly on top of the bone, or at least underneath the eyelid muscle layer. If a facial filler product is placed too superficial in the skin, or on top of the muscle layer, the product may settle in with an abnormal appearance and can look to be lumpy, swollen, or irregular.

Best of luck,

Dr. Nima

Michael A. Zadeh, MD, FACS · Answer

Placement of filler in the tear trough area under the eyes depends on the type of filler used. Some fillers such as Belotero can be placed more superficially, whereas other fillers must be placed deeper. There is great skill and knowledge of anatomy required when injecting this area to minimize risks and prevent complications or suboptimal results. Make sure you see an experienced provider.

Reza Akef, MD · Answer

Hi and thanks for your question. The position of filler under the eye depends on the type of filler. For example Redensity 2 can be injected superficially but thicker produce should be placed deeper. I would suggest to see a physician who has experience in this treatment.

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