Hi, I'm 30 and have what I believe to be malar mounds, which is worse under one eye (pics attached). I've been using retinol and sunscreen and practicing a good skincare regime, however i understand that this won't help with malar mounds. I'm wondering whether there are any potential treatments available for this. Thank you
Answer: Under eye concerns Thank you for your photos and questions. Due to your age you may want to try non surgical approaches before looking into surgery. You will benefit most if you have a combination of treatments. Conservative use of fillers can help disguise the irregularities under the eye. Lasers can help with texture and quality of the skin. Continue with sunscreen use, which is important. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to learn more.
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Answer: Under eye concerns Thank you for your photos and questions. Due to your age you may want to try non surgical approaches before looking into surgery. You will benefit most if you have a combination of treatments. Conservative use of fillers can help disguise the irregularities under the eye. Lasers can help with texture and quality of the skin. Continue with sunscreen use, which is important. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to learn more.
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March 30, 2017
Answer: Malar festoons or eye bags? Although a complete evaluation would need a personal exam, from your pictures I think that what you have is lower eyelid fat bags and not malar festoons. If this is confirmed during your exam a lower eyelid trans-conjunctival blepharoplasty would solve the problem and a mid- face filler would add volume to the areas needed to blend the cheek into the eyelid to correct the tear trough. I do not think that non invasive means to treat this would be as good as what I recommend. Good luck
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March 30, 2017
Answer: Malar festoons or eye bags? Although a complete evaluation would need a personal exam, from your pictures I think that what you have is lower eyelid fat bags and not malar festoons. If this is confirmed during your exam a lower eyelid trans-conjunctival blepharoplasty would solve the problem and a mid- face filler would add volume to the areas needed to blend the cheek into the eyelid to correct the tear trough. I do not think that non invasive means to treat this would be as good as what I recommend. Good luck
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March 28, 2017
Answer: Eye bags I WOULD TRY FILLERS BEFORE GOING IN AND DOING SURGERY , THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FAT TRANSFER AND FILLERS ARE FILLER ARE LESS INVASIVE AND CAN LAST 6-9 MONTHS SOMETIMES UP TO A YEAR DEPENDING ON WHICH ONES. FAT TRANSFERS ARE USUALLY SURGICALLY DONE WITH LIPO AND TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER AREA OF THE BODY. A FAT TRANSFER CAN ALSO BE DONE THROUGH A LOCAL AFTER SURGERY FOR A REPEAT FAT INJECTION. FAT INJECTIONS OR TRANSFERS ARE USUALLY MORE PERMANENT. THIS IS SOMETHING THAT YOU MAY WANT TO SPEAK TO YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT IN A CONSULTATION AND SEE WHAT YOUR OPTIONS ARE.
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March 28, 2017
Answer: Eye bags I WOULD TRY FILLERS BEFORE GOING IN AND DOING SURGERY , THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FAT TRANSFER AND FILLERS ARE FILLER ARE LESS INVASIVE AND CAN LAST 6-9 MONTHS SOMETIMES UP TO A YEAR DEPENDING ON WHICH ONES. FAT TRANSFERS ARE USUALLY SURGICALLY DONE WITH LIPO AND TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER AREA OF THE BODY. A FAT TRANSFER CAN ALSO BE DONE THROUGH A LOCAL AFTER SURGERY FOR A REPEAT FAT INJECTION. FAT INJECTIONS OR TRANSFERS ARE USUALLY MORE PERMANENT. THIS IS SOMETHING THAT YOU MAY WANT TO SPEAK TO YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT IN A CONSULTATION AND SEE WHAT YOUR OPTIONS ARE.
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March 28, 2017
Answer: Lower eyelid bags and malar mounds Dear Nimsak89,It appears you have a combination of lower eyelid bags from fat prolapsing forward into the lower eyelid space and malar mound or festoons.Its best to address both conditions when considering lower eyelid rejuvenation. The lower lid bags can be removed or repositioned surgically. The malar mounds or eyelid festoons can be tricky to improve but I've had success using lasers to help improve the appearance of this condition. Ill include a link below.I hope this was helpful.
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March 28, 2017
Answer: Lower eyelid bags and malar mounds Dear Nimsak89,It appears you have a combination of lower eyelid bags from fat prolapsing forward into the lower eyelid space and malar mound or festoons.Its best to address both conditions when considering lower eyelid rejuvenation. The lower lid bags can be removed or repositioned surgically. The malar mounds or eyelid festoons can be tricky to improve but I've had success using lasers to help improve the appearance of this condition. Ill include a link below.I hope this was helpful.
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March 23, 2017
Answer: Improving Under Eye Bags/Malar Mounds -- Fillers (Belotero, Volbella, Restylane Silk), Fraxel, Microneedling/PRP A combination approach will give the most improvement. Fillers, lasers, and microneedling/PRP can improve under the eyes. My patients try to get non surgical treatments to avoid surgery. We use PRP and stem cells there often. I suggest consulting with an expert to develop a treatment plan best suited for your short and long term goals. Best, Dr. Emer
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March 23, 2017
Answer: Improving Under Eye Bags/Malar Mounds -- Fillers (Belotero, Volbella, Restylane Silk), Fraxel, Microneedling/PRP A combination approach will give the most improvement. Fillers, lasers, and microneedling/PRP can improve under the eyes. My patients try to get non surgical treatments to avoid surgery. We use PRP and stem cells there often. I suggest consulting with an expert to develop a treatment plan best suited for your short and long term goals. Best, Dr. Emer
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