Can you give me information on orbital rim implants and tear trough implants? (Photo)

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I'm a 23 year old male. I would like to start a discussion with physicians in or near California about getting implants to correct imbalances in my face. I have always wanted to work on camera and have been setting myself for this career for years, but am aging far to fast and need to age more attractively to follow my dreams.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

The harm caused by the surgery may very well prevent you form pursuing your acting goals.  If this issue has prevented you from seeking work as an actor, you may have body dysmorphic disorder.  I pioneered the use of hand carved ePTFE orbital rim implants.  I still offer these surgeries for those who have been harmed by lower eyelid surgery.  There is almost no other way to adequate reconstruct these eyelids.  However, I have essentially stopped doing this surgery for primary cosmetic concerns like your.  For the past 12 years, we have had very reliable hyaluronic acid fillers.  In the right hands, this treatment is far more predictable than tear trough and orbital rim implants.  In my opinion, the Flowers tear through implant is obsolete.  It was state of the art in the 90's.  However, the art has moved on.  Properly done, the hyaluronic acid fillers provides a result that is much more powerful than surgery.  Yes, the treatment has to be maintain including adjustments and retreatment approximately every year.  However, no surgery is required.  My free ebook cited below has information about both approaches.

James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO · Answer

Thank you for posting your question. Implants certainly are one method for improving tear troughs, but dermal fillers are a safer, non-surgical approach. Sometimes the edges of the implants are obvious and fillers need to be injected around the border of the implants to hide those edges. See an experienced Oculoplastic Surgeon in person for evaluation of your specific problems and proper guidance.Good luck,

Afshin Farzadmehr, MD · Answer

Best treatment could be injectable fillers by expert injector for this area.  You may not be a good candidate for surgery.   Thanks

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

Best to see an oculoplastic specialist for in person evaluation. There are surgical and nonsurgical tools available.

Josh Surowitz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and for posting photos. An in-person consult is always the best approach. With that said, based upon your photos it appears that you are an excellent candidate for hyaluronic acid filler to the tear troughs to fill and smooth the contour. I prefer Restylane when working around the eyes. I recommend you consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon, oculoplastic surgeon, or plastic surgeon who is experienced in addressing the tear troughs.Best of luck!

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