I am a 22-year-old and I want Restylane to fix my under eye hollows. I have contacted several doctors and found out this procedure can be done by a plastic surgeon, a dermatologist or a nurse. Now I am stuck since I do not know where to go! Since I am a college student I cannot afford consultations with several doctors. Furthermore, I know of nobody who can refer to a good doctor since none of my acquaintances have had such procedures. I would like input to know which type of doctor (or nurse) I should choose.
Answer: Under Eye Restylane Injections
There are many people performing injections with varied qualifications and skills. When considering any medical procedure you should always seek the most experienced practitioner.
When considering fillers around the eyes you should limit yourself to the core specialties that have surgical experience in that area. That would include Plastic Surgeons, Facial Plastic Surgeons, and Ophthalmologist.
Even though the physician maybe one of these specialties, injection techniques and skill levels vary. Seek referral from other medical practitioners so you can obtain the optimal result.
Injecting is a skill. Some people paint by numbers, but there are few Michelangelo's. So beware, the best deal is not always the best result.
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Answer: Under Eye Restylane Injections
There are many people performing injections with varied qualifications and skills. When considering any medical procedure you should always seek the most experienced practitioner.
When considering fillers around the eyes you should limit yourself to the core specialties that have surgical experience in that area. That would include Plastic Surgeons, Facial Plastic Surgeons, and Ophthalmologist.
Even though the physician maybe one of these specialties, injection techniques and skill levels vary. Seek referral from other medical practitioners so you can obtain the optimal result.
Injecting is a skill. Some people paint by numbers, but there are few Michelangelo's. So beware, the best deal is not always the best result.
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February 3, 2010
Answer: Ocular Plastic Physicians know the eyelid anatomy intimately I agree with Dr. Aldea that you need an experienced injector. While all of the types of doctors he mentioned may have experience in this realm, Ocular Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons study and work on this area more than most any other type of physician. ASOPRS.org will lead you to this exclusive group. Discuss with any doctor their personal experience injecting this very delicate area. I have been successfully using fillers in the tear trough for years and my patients have been very satisfied with the results.
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February 3, 2010
Answer: Ocular Plastic Physicians know the eyelid anatomy intimately I agree with Dr. Aldea that you need an experienced injector. While all of the types of doctors he mentioned may have experience in this realm, Ocular Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons study and work on this area more than most any other type of physician. ASOPRS.org will lead you to this exclusive group. Discuss with any doctor their personal experience injecting this very delicate area. I have been successfully using fillers in the tear trough for years and my patients have been very satisfied with the results.
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Answer: Experience is the most important thing when looking for an injector
You will want to go to an experienced injector, whether it is a derm, a plastic, or a nurse.
Injections for under-eye hollows is an advanced technique, so an experienced board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon will be able to handle the job. That said, there are very experienced nurse injectors who may be able to do a very good job for you.
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Answer: Experience is the most important thing when looking for an injector
You will want to go to an experienced injector, whether it is a derm, a plastic, or a nurse.
Injections for under-eye hollows is an advanced technique, so an experienced board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon will be able to handle the job. That said, there are very experienced nurse injectors who may be able to do a very good job for you.
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August 15, 2013
Answer: Who Should You Have Perform Your Restylane Injections? Not
Hi Chikiki,
Whoa, hold on Chikiki!
Great question, you had better be waiting for our answers before you have anything injected!
The lower eye lid is a most delicate and unforgiving area. Injecting the face is a medical procedure.
You should only have a very well trained, Board Certified physician in one of the core cosmetic specialities (Opthalmo-plastic surgery, Facial plastic surgery, General plastic surgery, ENT, or cosmetic dermatology) perform your injections. Even then, you are not guaranteed great results without long term complications. You want to choose a physician who is skilled, experienced, and has a sense of asthetic beauty. You must do your research and choose your injecting physician most carefully.
There are many fine physicians in lovely Montreal, so do a little more homework on your study breaks from university.
When the treatment is performed well, the results are great. For the past many years, we have been perfoming substantially fewer surgical lower lid blepharoplasties due to the successful natural appearance of lower eye lid Restylane injections.
Good luck and be well.
Dr. P
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August 15, 2013
Answer: Who Should You Have Perform Your Restylane Injections? Not
Hi Chikiki,
Whoa, hold on Chikiki!
Great question, you had better be waiting for our answers before you have anything injected!
The lower eye lid is a most delicate and unforgiving area. Injecting the face is a medical procedure.
You should only have a very well trained, Board Certified physician in one of the core cosmetic specialities (Opthalmo-plastic surgery, Facial plastic surgery, General plastic surgery, ENT, or cosmetic dermatology) perform your injections. Even then, you are not guaranteed great results without long term complications. You want to choose a physician who is skilled, experienced, and has a sense of asthetic beauty. You must do your research and choose your injecting physician most carefully.
There are many fine physicians in lovely Montreal, so do a little more homework on your study breaks from university.
When the treatment is performed well, the results are great. For the past many years, we have been perfoming substantially fewer surgical lower lid blepharoplasties due to the successful natural appearance of lower eye lid Restylane injections.
Good luck and be well.
Dr. P
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August 15, 2013
Answer: Fillers for under eye hollows
I would recommend you see a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist. When you contact the office for an appointment, make sure the doctor does inject this area. Not all injectors do. It is beneficial to have a physician treat you who is very experienced in filling this area below the eyes. The plane of injection, the product chosen and the knowledge of anatomy is important. Good luck.
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August 15, 2013
Answer: Fillers for under eye hollows
I would recommend you see a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist. When you contact the office for an appointment, make sure the doctor does inject this area. Not all injectors do. It is beneficial to have a physician treat you who is very experienced in filling this area below the eyes. The plane of injection, the product chosen and the knowledge of anatomy is important. Good luck.
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