If you are looking for a solution to under-eye hollows and darkness, the solutions you find range from at-home brightening creams to under-eye filler injections by a dermatologist. With a little more research, you will find that the fastest and lowest-side-effect method for correcting these eye problems is the use of dermal fillers.
For people of any age, filler can be a safe and reliable alternative to under-eye surgery. A full in-person consultation with a doctor is required to determine whether this method is right for you. Under-eye hollowing or puffiness can be one of the first signs of aging and can also make a person look older. Hollowing in this area is caused by aging of the under-eye tissue and loss of fat reserves, but genetics also plays a large role. The under-eye hollow and tear trough refer to the under-eye area that results from the skin adhering to the underlying facial bones. As the mid-face tissues begin to sag, a kind of skin bulge also forms in this area, making it look more prominent. In fact, under-eye puffiness can make this area look worse.
A common treatment for this area is surgical removal of fat pads and/or possible removal of skin. Although this method usually produces longer-lasting and more durable results, many people are unwilling to have surgery and like to explore other options. Dermal fillers, with their potential capabilities, can help improve under-eye hollowing and camouflage under-eye puffiness. One of the factors that worsens the appearance of the under-eye area is the loss of mid-face volume. This happens with atrophy of the cheekbones and laxity of the cheek tissues. This causes this area to sag and the under-eyes to be pulled further.
If you are dealing with puffy eyes or dark circles under the eyes, there is a good chance that using dermal fillers has crossed your mind. In fact, under-eye filler injection is a very popular facial rejuvenation method designed to achieve your ultimate under-eye goals. But this method is not a suitable option for everyone. So stay with us to find out whether you are eligible for dermal filler injections.
What factors cause skin problems in the under-eye area?
Under-eye puffiness and bags occur when the tissue structures and muscles supporting your eyelid weaken. In this case, the skin may begin to sag and the fat that is normally around the eye can move into your under-eye area. Also, your under-eye space can collect fluids and make this area look puffy or swollen. Several factors cause or worsen these types of skin problems in the under-eye area, including:
- Aging
- Fluid retention, especially when waking up or after a salty meal
- Lack of sleep
- Allergies
- Smoking
- Genetics
- Medical problems, such as dermatitis, dermatomyositis, kidney disease and eye or thyroid disease
What are dermal fillers made of?
Dermal fillers are gel-like materials that are injected under the skin. Dermal fillers are designed to create smooth or fuller skin, or both. As reported in clinical trials, the effects of most FDA-approved dermal fillers are temporary, because they are made of materials that the body eventually breaks down and absorbs. For this reason, to maintain the desired effect, it may be necessary to repeat filler injection after some time.
Types of dermal fillers
Temporary fillers include the following materials:
- Hyaluronic acid, a sugar found naturally in the body
- Calcium hydroxylapatite, a mineral and the main component of bone
- Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a synthetic and biodegradable material
Who is under-eye filler injection suitable for?
The most suitable people for under-eye filler injection have wrinkles and/or dark circles under their eyes. In fact, a beauty specialist can examine your under-eye area for this procedure. Although side effects are rare with under-eye filler injection, some people may not be good candidates for this procedure because of other medical problems. For this reason, reviewing your medical history is essential.
What are the side effects of dermal fillers?
Like any other medical procedure, the use of dermal fillers has side effects. Most of the side effects reported in clinical trials occur shortly after injection and go away within a few days. In some cases, side effects may appear weeks, months or years later.
Common side effects include:
- Bruising
- Redness
- Swelling
- Pain
- Softening of the skin
- Itching
- Hives
- Difficulty performing activities (seen only when injected into the back of the hand)
People should be tested for allergies before dermal filler injection, especially for fillers made with animal-derived materials, such as collagen.
Unintended injection into blood vessels
The most serious risk associated with dermal fillers is accidental injection into a blood vessel. Filler that enters a blood vessel can cause skin necrosis (tissue death), stroke or blindness. While the chance of this happening is low, if it does happen, the resulting complications can be serious and permanent.
Removing dermal fillers
If you want to remove or reduce fillers because of side effects, you may need additional procedures to reduce the filler or surgery to remove it. These procedures have their own risks. Note that removing some fillers may be difficult or impossible. Your doctor can provide a more detailed list of possible side effects based on the type of filler used and the location where the hyaluronic acid is injected. They can also offer ways to reduce the severity of these side effects.
Who is a good candidate for under-eye filler injection?
Patient evaluation will include assessing the thickness of the under-eye skin, examining skin elasticity, analyzing how hollow the area is, checking the puffy under-eye areas and positioning the orbital rim. If a patient's under-eye puffiness is significantly related to factors such as sleep, alcohol or salt intake, they may not be a good candidate for under-eye filler injection. The best candidate for filler injection is a person with under-eye hollowing or darkness. This person has good skin thickness and elasticity, which makes the under-eye area enlarge naturally. After the procedure, some bruising along with some swelling can be expected. Under-eye filler results last between 9 and 12 months in most patients.
Inovosense filler, by providing a wide range of specialized fillers for injection into different areas of the face, body and décolleté, has been able to meet the needs of everyone. Among the benefits of this filler are its unmatched variety for addressing skin needs and achieving fast, comfortable, natural and safe results.