I want my festoon/malar bags gone. Need help finding someone that really know how to fix this. Anyone in N Calif? (photo)

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Some Dr believe I have leftover filler. I don't think so, little? See picture before and aft fill. So many opinions I don’t know what to do. Like the idea of blep with laser, no cheek scar and some improve. Lipo sug too, why not try it? Understand direct incision is prob best. My last Dr. wants to directly remove, says blep/laser won’t work, scar better than bags, and hopefully the scar will be unnoticeable in 6-12msth. Anyone in N Ca for a 2nd opinion and a expert in this area, please?

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Festoons are difficult to treat. Direct excision should be a last resort once simpler methods such as RF or lasers fail in my opinion.

Elliot M. Heller, MD · Answer

You may want to talk to a doctor to see if fillers may work for you. Maybe talk to them about Belotero, or what other fillers they recommend. this is something that you do not need surgery for unless it is necessary

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questions and photographs.  I agree that you appear to have festoons and lower eyelid skin redundancy but an in-person examination allowing for manipulation of the tissues is needed to make the appropriate treatment recommendation. As you have seen, each surgeon will have a different approach to treating what appears to be the same issue. I am attaching below a link that will allow you to search for a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to ask for a second opinion.

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