Laser treatment under eyes. Can it destroy fat cells and create hollowness?

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Is it possible that laser under eyes besides tightening the skin can destroy some of fat cells and create a hollowness? Thank you Lana

Ruth L. Hillelson, MD, FACS · Answer

Lasers under the eyes will not destroy fat cells or create hollowness. What does create hollowness is surgical removal of fat pads.

Mark Been, MD · Answer

Resurfacing lasers, even the most aggressive, are designed to penetrate only as deep as the mid-reticular dermis to stimulate new collagen formation. This means that the laser does not even penetrate the full thickness of the skin. In order to affect deeper fat cells, damage would need to extend into the subcutaneous layer and deeper tissue planes of the lower eyelid and infraorbital region.That was a long-winded build-up to the answer to your question: no, fat should not be altered during laser skin tightening. Hope this helps!

Timothy R. Miller, MD · Answer

Typically laser treatments with a fractional CO2 laser will not destroy fat cells and create hollowness in the eyelid area.I hope this helps.

Morris Westfried, MD · Answer

The laser settings are predetermined and usually penetrate only 100 microns. The heat is localized and has no effect on the fat. There will be redness for a few days to weeks. It is best to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.

Manjula Jegasothy, MD · Answer

Hollowing under the eyes is a normal form of the facial aging process that is determined by genetic factors. Skin lasers generally penetrate only to the level of the dermis in the skin and do not penetrate to the fat underneath.

Laser treatment under eyes. Can it destroy fat cells and create hollowness?

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Answer: Laser does not destroy fat cells

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Laser treatment under eyes. Can it destroy fat cells and create hollowness?

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Answer: Laser does not destroy fat cells

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