According to Herrmann, this hollowing is a result of age-related bone loss around my eye sockets aka preorbital areas. But, scary as it sounds, it's also super common. Herrmann breaks down this process over on her practice's blog, where she writes, "Over the age of 35, the number of bone regenerating cells in the face decreases. Gradually, the bone around our eyes widens , leading to eye hollows and flattened cheeks," which results in "a diminished bone scaffold on which our fat and skin sit.
Ultimately, bone loss is a natural part of the aging process, and opting for fillers is a simple, effective way to plump sunken areas. Although age doesn't dictate when you should start getting fillers rather, it's based on personal preferences , Herrmann described a " prejuvenation " theory I was keen on: "It's much easier to keep a face looking natural by injecting very small amounts of filler slowly over time," she explains, "than to wait until your 50s or 60s and require much larger volumes to restore what time has taken away.
After making the decision to go forward with fillers, Herrmann stresses the importance of finding the right doctor to administer them—and by "doctor," she means a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon not the aesthetician at a medical spa. Understanding the exact relationships of facial bones, ligaments, muscles, and facial fat pads is crucial in determining exactly where fillers should be placed for the most natural-looking results—and also minimizes the chances of having severe complications.
During your initial consultation, talk over everything with your doctor—ask all the questions you want, and be sure to discuss any fears. Write down any questions or concerns and bring them with you!
It's easy to get flustered in the moment with doctors and forget to ask something. Likewise, explain what you're seeing in the mirror, what you'd like to change, and how you'd like to look. Treatment Day, Dr. Herrmann's Office. In my case, Herrmann recommended Restylane treatments, but more on that later.
Here's what I went through day-of. Spoiler alert: It didn't hurt a bit. Before injecting any fillers, Herrmann first marked my face with a pencil to label the designated areas. She also showed me the very small amount of Restylane she would use; it put me at ease knowing the final look would be subtle and natural. Herrmann rubbed numbing cream into the marked areas and waited a few minutes for it to work. As she went in with the needle, I could feel the area gradually begin to plump. While administering the filler, Herrmann used her finger to gently push the Restylane into place under the skin.
This didn't hurt at all. I was seriously shocked. The whole process was very quick and took less than five minutes. After the injections, Herrmann handed me an ice pack and sent me on my way. The two needle-entry points are barely visible. But the best part? Zero bruising and no post-procedural pain.
Herrmann determined that Restylane was the treatment of choice for my rutty under-eye area, a popular hyaluronic acid -based filler. Some are very soft and fine like Restylane Refyne and are excellent for filling fine lines and under-eye hollows, while stiffer, thicker formulations such as Restylane Lyft , are better for lifting cheeks and filling deeper folds. In a word, says Herrmann, yes. Your body naturally breaks down HA fillers just as it breaks down native HA, so it gradually disappears in a very natural way.
You've probably been hearing a lot of talk about under-eye fillers these days. The results commonly last from 9 months to a year, although some patients will be able to go longer in between treatments. It is prudent to get maintenance injections before the results are gone as this will require less filler. Bruising and swelling is normal, so continue to ice the area for the next 24 hours. Sometimes a small welt can appear at the site of the injection and may need to be dissolved.
Rarely, you can experience an infection or a reaction to the filler. In this case the welt is treated with an antibiotic, and the substance used to dissolve the filler is known as hyaluronate.
Contact Wendy Gottlieb, MD for a consultation today by requesting an appointment online or calling ! The Consultation Is Super Important Start by completing some due diligence and find a board certified professional like a dermatologist or plastic surgeon. Only your visit with Dr. Gottlieb, MD will give you all the answers. Be Sure You and Dr. Wendy Gottlieb Are in Sync Be sure your expectations are clear and attainable.
Talk with Dr. Gottlieb about which filler would be best for you. The process includes the following steps: The injections are done slowly and in stages to prevent swelling. You remain sitting upright so Dr. Click on a star to rate it! Book Free Consultation.
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