22 Yrs Old, Under-eye Hollows Filled - Pinole, CA

How did the consulation go?!

I ended up going to the consultation and getting 1 syringe of teosyal redensity II. And then I spontaneously got a lip filler, half a syringe of juvederm. In total I paid around $750 and I LOVE the results. The lip is natural. No one in my family noticed, but my brother commented "you're so pretty!" when he saw me a few days after the injections (without knowing I had them done). As for bruises, I got 1 very small bead size bruise under my right eye. I had absolutely no swelling at all and even my eye veins are less noticeable. I posted a picture here on realself somewhere but can't find it. I might go back for another 1/2 syringe but for now, my eyes have never looked this rested and good overall. When I wear make-up, it's like I'm 24 again. The nurse injector told me "if you don't want swelling, sleep with your head propped up under 3 pillows" She explained that it's due to the lymphatic system and how a filler reacts when you lay flat on your head for hours etc. She gave me a lot of good advice about not touching, moisturizing by dabbing and how to sleep. She also talked to me about which technique I prefer (cannula) etc, but I chose to go with her preferred method. I was there for almost 2 hours, and she iced each eye for 2 minutes, but I told her I want the ice on for longer. Once I was home I also iced for 10 minutes every hour. I think that all of the moisture and icing was one of the reasons that I did not bruise or swell-which was my biggest concern. I am very happy and hope it lasts for more than a year! I read that you could become blind if the injector is inexperienced etc, so I really researched before going to her. It was a great experience

Thanks! I'm so happy I did it. It cost $850 plus a one time initial consulation a fee of $150, so $1,000. .7 of a syringe was used under my eyes then the remaining .3 on my nose. You can definitely get it done for less, I just live in an expensive city (SF) where everything costs more and realllly wanted to see this doctor.

I see you live in the Bay Area as well, I whole heartedly recommend Dr. Mabrie. I've also heard really good things about Dr. Maas for this procedure.

I've heard good things about Mabrie and Maas also. I live in Danville so I'm hesitant about making that drive. Ugh. I'd have to Bart it. I suck at driving in the city. But I've exhausted my resources looking out near me. No one really stands out as being excellent like they are. So frustrating. You look great! I may have to just bite the bullet and see one of them in SF. Grrrrrr.

Dr. Mabrie in San Francisco. He's great!