Should I Have Carboxytherapy Before Blepharoplasty?

Question

Should I get Carboxytherapy first before I consider Blepharoplasty for minor eye bags (starting to sag a little) and major dark circle (I am in my 20s)? As Carboxytherapy claims to break up fat cells, if I get Blepharoplasty first, would it make my eye hollow at the bottom if I get Carboxytherapy later?  Thank you.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Carboxytherapy would be foolish and possibly dangerous. I cannot state which treatment I would recommend for you. It depends on the anatomy. Blepharoplasty, even in young patients, gives splendid results. Injections can be used, understanding that fat injections are less predictable. Laser resurfacing may play a role. It all depends on the particular problem. But carboxytherapy has no role.

David Shafer, MD, FACS · Answer

LipoNYC,
The safest thing is to stick with the time-tested blepharoplasty.  You need to talk with your surgeon about your expectations and possibilities, but my suggestion would be to do the blepharoplasty first.  Good luck with your surgery.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Be careful with anything that will melt of dissolve fat around the eyes. This may cause hollowing that you probably do not want. A Blepharoplasty performed obviously under direct vision will precisely remove or redrape fat in the desired areas.

Robert M. Freund, MD · Answer

Blepharoplasty is a great solution for people with bags under their eyes when done in moderation. Young patients sometimes want eye jobs too soon. Fat injections done well are an ideal starting point without the risks of becoming too hollow.

Jeffrey Zwiren, MD · Answer

I would caution against carboxytherapy or any injection of material to dissolve fat such as lipodissolve. A blepharoplasty is a much better and more predictable procedure than either of these treatments.

Should I Have Carboxytherapy Before Blepharoplasty?

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