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Fri Jan 29, 2016 11:13 am  |
| Has anyone had experience with filler under the eyes? If so, what was your experience with it? Pros/cons? |
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Fri Jan 29, 2016 9:38 pm |
| If you have hollows, it makes a really nice difference. I've only had Restylane and have encountered some problems over about 6 years of having it done. I've been overfilled once (had it dissolved) and have also had lumpiness and tyndall due to injection technique but if you find a good injector, it's great. |
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Sat Jan 30, 2016 7:25 am |
| I was told by my plastic surgeon that restylane is not meant to put under the eyes. Restylane is only for the lower half of the face..nasiolabial folds, lips and marionette lines...no other area. It can cause a lot of problems if injected to the other areas. |
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Sat Jan 30, 2016 11:37 am |
Ollie- it's off label use for under the eyes which surgeons/derms have been doing for decades. Some have great results, others do not.
Semolina- thanks for your reply. I do have pretty noticeable hollows which is what lead me to look into filler. I have heard about the side effects that you mention which worry me. I am searching around for different plastic surgeons to go to. Setting up a few consults can't hurt! |
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Wed Feb 03, 2016 5:18 pm |
About five years ago, I had Sculptra injections. The med spa where I had this done held an open house for anyone interested in learning more. A rep from the company who makes Sculptra was there to answer questions. He said it works best if you have good facial structure. Another lady was asking if it would be a good choice and the rep actually said no because her cheekbones were not high enough.
I had the injections around the jawline, above the eyebrows and under my eyes to reduce the hollow look. It worked pretty well there, but no where else. It's supposed to last two years. When I went back the third year, they said I didn't need any more. I'm 62 and the area around my eyes still looks good. The bottom half of my face....um....not so much.
You have to really research the stuff and know what you're doing and who's doing it or you can end up with lumps. I had a very small one which was corrected on my second visit. They were running a special and seems like it cost around $1500. I would only have it done around the eyes and possibly save money. By the way, the procedure is pretty rugged as they inject nearly to the bone. |
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Wed Feb 03, 2016 6:43 pm |
| Flavia, thanks for a good evaluation. It is nothing I would do, for sure. Will stick with creams and concealer. |
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Wed Feb 03, 2016 8:05 pm |
Flavia, thanks for all the info. Did you have bruising the following days? I've heard about the possible lumping which is why I'm carefully considering who I'm setting up consults with.
The price seems rather steep...especially if you would have to get it dissolved if something went wrong. But at the same time, it's kind of good to know you can get it dissolved if you need to. |
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Wed Feb 03, 2016 9:27 pm |
| Yes, I had some minor bruising. From what I understand, you can't dissolve it. I would not have done it if I had known the possible complications. Women have posted their horror stories. Fortunately, mine went well. It requires a lot of massage for several days to prevent lumps from forming. From now on, I'll just stick with Retin A. |
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Wed Feb 03, 2016 9:54 pm |
Hyaluronidase is used to dissolve filler if needed. It's usually for Restylane or Juvederm fillers.
I've read some horror stories which worry me but also have read positive things as well.
Tough decision, will have to think about it for a while. |
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Thu Feb 11, 2016 8:28 pm |
| I think most docs have switched to using Belotero under the eyes because it's a thinner consistency. I had Juvederm or Restylane (don't remember which) maybe four years ago and it lasted a year and a half. I'd like to get some more but can't afford it now. Sculptra should never be used in tear troughs. |
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Fri Feb 12, 2016 11:25 am |
Thanks SoftSkin and Flavia for your replies.
I've read conflicting things about Belotero under the eyes, as with most of the other fillers. Some docs say Belo doesn't hold well and can often migrate because of the thinner consistency. But then again, I've heard goods things as well.
I was thinking about setting up some consults with opthamologists as well. I would think that they have a better understanding of the atatomy of the eye area.
I would most likely start off modestly and get half of a syringe for both under eyes. It seems the people that go this route have less complications and can add more once they see how their skin reacts. |
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Fri Feb 12, 2016 12:04 pm |
| I wouldn't go to an ophthalmologist. Just because they know eye structure doesn't mean they have an artistic 'eye.' See an oculoplastic surgeon. Best of both worlds. |
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Fri Feb 26, 2016 1:49 pm |
I love it! I live in the UK and go to one of the best cosmetic filler medical practitioners in the UK.
It's one of the best decisions I've ever made as I have hereditary hollows under my eyes that got worse as I got older and no creams, gels or concealers made any difference.
My doctor uses Restylane and the effect is super natural.
However, I would recommend you do your research and choose the best practitioner you can as experience of filling this area is absolutely vital but when it's done well, it can transform your appearance. |
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Fri Feb 26, 2016 2:25 pm |
| Do you go to London? A friend is looking for someone. I only know a doc in Chepstow --George Kindy at the Chepstow Cosmetic Clinic. |
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Sat Feb 27, 2016 2:44 am |
Hi Yes, I go to Tracy Mountford at the Cosmetic Skin Clinic, which has branches in London and Buckinghamshire.
If you google Dr. Mountford, you'll see how well - respected she is in the industry and listed in Harper's Bazaar as one of the best.
She is hugely experienced and I know I'm in very safe hands and I get wonderful, natural results. |
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Sun Feb 28, 2016 12:27 pm |
Thanks, tefla.
I'm wondering did you get a half or full syringe for each under eye? Also, do you know if a cannula was used? I hear that leaves less of a chance for bruising or piercing any vessels. |
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Wed Mar 02, 2016 1:11 pm |
Hi
I had half a syringe under each eye. Concerning a cannula, I have heard there may be less bruising but Dr. Mountford doesn't use them herself. I really think it's what the doctor feels comfortable with and the injection technique and the expertise and artistic eye of the injector as it's vital to fill this area smoothly and evenly so there are no lumps and bumps.
Personally, I've never had bruising with fillers around the eyes. |
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Sat Mar 12, 2016 12:44 pm |
| tefla, I sent you a message! |
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Sat Mar 12, 2016 1:29 pm |
Hi SJAY
Thanks, have messaged back. |
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