When do I need under eye Restylane?
You are a good candidate for under eye Restylane treatment if you have dark circles under your eyes or hollow facial features that make your eyes look tired and aged. Restylane can restore volume under the eyes to give you a naturally youthful, soft, and alert appearance.
undereye Restylane before and after photo
How long does under eye Restylane last?
Restylane treatments last for an impressive length of time. You can expect benefits for a year or more. Your doctor will discuss follow-up treatments with you after assessing your situation and goals. The long-lasting effect of Restylane are a great convenience.
How is Restylane better than a permanent or fat filler?
Different fillers work great for different needs. Restylane is usually the best choice for the under eye area because the skin in this region is very thin. With so little room to hide a permanent filler, the margin for error here is low. This is why a flexible, easily adjustable filler is essential. Restylane is exceptionally appropriate for treating dark circles under the eyes because of its smoothness and flexibility. If you experience any irregularity in the smoothness of your skin after treatment, Restylane is easily adjusted without surgery.
How much Restylane do I need under my eyes?
The average under eye circle each requires about 1 milliliter of Restylane to resolve the problem. This quantity of course varies up and down depending on the severity and each recipient’s unique facial anatomy.
How much does Restylane cost?
Quality cosmetic treatments aren’t cheap, and you are unlikely to get good results if you seek out the cheapest procedure and provider. If you are concerned about financing your individualized treatment program, talk to your doctor at your consultation. Dr. Steinsapir works with patients to find them the best treatment they can afford, and after a no-risk assessment we can give you a precise quote. Rather than seek partial treatment because of a tight budget, it’s best to completely resolve the issue.
How long is recovery time?
Healing from an under eye restylane treatment is swift, and you can usually resume normal activities within hours of treatment. You will likely experience mild swelling for thirty to forty hours of treatment. Both men and women can hide this slight redness immediately or within a few hours with some cover-up makeup. Brusiing discussed below can also occur which may increase the recovery time.
Are there side effects?
Some degree of bruising occurs in about 20% of Restylane dark circles treatments. This can range from a barely detectable micro-bruise to, in a few rare cases, a black eye. Since a black eye fully resolves itself in just two or three weeks, this isn’t considered a serious side effect or barrier to treatment. Just be sure not to get your treatment the day before your wedding or other event where you may be photographed, and you have little to worry about.
Some people with exceptionally sensitive skin may experience mild tenderness, discomfort, or itching, which resolves itself within a couple days. Restylane side effects are uncommon and almost always very mild in nature. The nature of associated side effects is that they will go away quickly on their own.
How can I prevent bruising?
Certain medicines like aspirin and many herbs thin the blood. Normally this effect is so small that it doesn’t matter, but when you’re receiving Restylane treatment you should avoid these things for about ten days before treatment. Your doctor can give you a list of drugs, herbs, wines, and so on to avoid. If you are on a prescription medication, be sure to bring this up with both your cosmetic physician and the doctor who prescribed the medication. If it’s important for you to take something everyday, you are probably still an excellent candidate for treatment; just realize that your risk for bruising is a little elevated, and that the bruising will go away.
How soon will I see results?
As soon as you leave the office, you will see that the hollows under your eyes have dramatically improved.
Who should give Restylane injections?
Restylane injections require the hand of a skilled specialist who is both qualified and experienced in providing Restylane treatments. Those who are qualified to provide Restylane treatments include general plastic surgeons (aka board certified general plastic surgeons), fellowship trained eye plastic surgeons, facial plastic surgeons, and dermatologists. This doesn’t mean that everyone who can legally treat you is a good choice for what you need. Restylane is considered a safe, minimally invasive treatment that is very easy on the recipient, but applying Restylane is also the most difficult of under eye treatments, and it demands a highly experienced professional with both skill and an artistic eye. You need to find a qualified specialist who is comfortable and expert at this type of treatment.
How can I individualize my treatment program?
Our office believes in providing the best boutique care and natural results. Dr. Steinsapir performs all services himself without relying on assistants. We believe in approaching each patient as an individual, paying special attention to your health history, your goals and concerns, taking time to listen to your individual concerns with interest and care, and creating an individual plan that will work for you. Call us today for a no-risk assessment.