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Malar edema resolved and provided a more youthful look to my mid face

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Malar Edema Resolved!

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suzleighJanuary 16, 2022
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In 2016 I developed sudden malar edema post neurotoxin injections around my eyes. I tried many options to end the edema, and none worked permanently. I saw Dr. Straka's IG showing a repair of a situation very similar to mine and went for a consult. He suggested a comprehensive approach of lower bleph with fat transfer, a 3-treatment serious of morpheus8 for skin tightening, TRL around my eyes to improve skin quality and treat crows feet and a soof lift to provide a more youthful look to my mid face. He was very clear that malar edema is incredibly difficult to treat and that he couldn't promise complete resolution, but that I would definitely see an improvement. I decided to go for it, and now, 4 months post-op, could not be happier with the results. I would highly recommend Dr. Straka and his team if you are interested in this kind of procedure.

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Daniel Straka, MD

Daniel Straka, MD

Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology

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Replies (16)

natijackson
January 17, 2022
You look AMAZING!!! Why was the procedure he performed on your mid-face? Ws it like a mini lift?? I'm starting to look into this so very curious. Thanks!
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suzleigh
January 18, 2022
Yes, my mid face had lost a lot of volume, so that was part of the overall rejuvenation. Without it the overall result would not have been as youthful. So glad I did it. Great decision. Good luck in your exploration of this kind of procedure. Dr. Straka is great--definitely a good choice to explore.
lindyshellp
January 17, 2022
Wow, your eyes look great! Did this result from Botox injections around your eyes? And you still have redness around your eyes three months out from the laser?
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suzleigh
January 18, 2022
I believe the malar edema was a result of botox due to the timing of the edema in conjunction with the botox. It happened twice. The first time it resolved quickly and I didn't make the association, but the second time it became permanent. Perhaps injector error?? Not sure. I know it's rare but over the years half a dozen or so people have reached out to me with a similar problem after botox. Yes, I still have some redness around my eyes from the laser, though it is fading. Perhaps it's irritated by the bleaching cream I use to ensure that I don't hyper pigment. I am sure it will fade fully in time, though I realize it's unusual to have redness this many months post TRL.
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suzleigh
January 18, 2022
Note that the malar edema came from botox I had in Bali. Not in the states.
lindyshellp
January 18, 2022
Thank you. You really had a wonderful outcome! I've never heard of the SOOF lift before! I had to look it up. Amazing!
Philosophical9523
February 3, 2022
Hi
I've just seen your post. You look amazing!. I messaged you 2 years ago as I had similar problem. I'm booked to have surgery next week with Dr Asaadi in New York for festoon repair. He does upper and lower extended bleph with midface lift and fat repositioning and is an expert on festoons. Praying it will fix me as I just want my life back.
Loving587004
April 25, 2023
Hi. How did your surgery go. Hopefully everything was resolved
mpp123
January 29, 2022
Great result! Was the surgery done under local/sedation/general anesthesia? Also, can you share a ball park range of cost?
lahlah2020
May 22, 2022
Wow what a beautiful outcome! I'm considering the same procedure and I noticed your from Northern Calif, same as me (bay area). Did you stay out in Ohio for a period of time afterwards or did you fly back the next day? Appreciate your input on the out of town experience!
dontrustbigpharma
August 26, 2022
wow, your under eye area looks really good, like you could get away with caking Mac makeup and tarte concealer and still not crease good. everything looks good. that's really impressive.
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