I have what I've been told is muscle that pops up under just one eye when I make facial expressions. Could this be fixed during a similar procedure as a lower blepharoplasty?
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Melanie Ho Erb, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
Many issues that are present just two weeks after surgery have a way of disappearing with more time. Generally dents associated with arcus marginalis release lower eyelid repositioning disappear with enough healing. When did your surgeon say these would resolve? Generally they can persist for...
I appreciate your question and photos. Based on the images, I can see the scleral show beneath your pupils, which would indicate lower eyelid surgery. I recommend scheduling a consultation with a very experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon who has the expertise to diagnose your...
The main cause for the findings in your picture is herniation (or misplacement) of the fat of the lower eyelids as well as increased skin laxity. This can happen as we age. The lines (or "hollow" areas) can be camouflaged with dermal fillers. A more definitive procedure, however, would be a...