Dermafiller Eyelid Surgery Alternative
Dark circles are a common cosmetic concern - yet, until recently, effective treatment proved elusive. Now, new advances in aesthetic medicine offer patients a minimally invasive solution: dermafillers. With dermafillers such as RADIESSE®, JUVÉDERM® Injectable Gel and Restylane®, San Francisco facial plastic surgeon Dr. David Mabrie can reduce the appearance of dark circles.
Dr. Mabrie works with men and women from throughout the Bay Area, including San Francisco, Oakland, Walnut Creek and Pinole. Request a consultation online, call us at 415-445-9513, or email us for more information.
The Surgeon For You
Dr. David Mabrie offers:
- Double board certification
- Excellent training & experience
- Specialization in the face and neck
What Causes Dark Circles?
Depending on the cause and each individual's anatomy, dark circles (indentations) can appear. These dark circles can be caused by multiple factors. In most individuals, the skin directly under the eyes is so thin that the muscle and blood vessels can be seen more clearly. This is why almost all of us have some degree of darkness under the eyes. Other causes include:
- Insufficient fat in the area below the eyes, causing "hollowing." This can be present even in younger individuals, but tends to worsen with age as soft tissues of the upper cheek drift downward.
- Inadequate cheek bone projection.
How Can Dermafillers Help?
In cases with physical hollowing, either from insufficient fat or poor cheek projection, dermafillers can achieve improvement. Once injected, dermafillers add volume and hydration, plumping the skin from within. For a better understanding of how they work, you can read more about facial dermafillers in San Francisco, including Restylane, RADIESSE, and JUVÉDERM Injectable Gel.
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Tear Trough DeformityThis patient was unhappy with the puffiness and dark bags beneath his eyes. He consulted with Dr. Mabrie to discuss surgical and non-surgical options. Dr. Mabrie felt he was a good candidate for Radiesse. They were pleased with the results after Radiesse was placed directly under the eyes, close to the nose (tear trough).
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Under Eye Depression,This patient was unhappy with how the bags under his eyes made him look tired all the time. Dr. Mabrie treated him with 2 syringes of Restylane along the entire edge of the orbital bone. What a well-rested effect!
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Cheek and Midface ProjectionThis woman in her 60's came to Dr. Mabrie with concerns about her cheeks and under eye areas. She had previously had a facelift and was considering a revision facelift surgery. Seeing her as a perfect candidate for volume replacement with facial dermafillers, Dr. Mabrie injected her cheek and mid face with a combination of 1 syringe Restylane and 1 syringe Radiesse. The natural-looking results give her a more youthful appearance.
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Dermafillers for Dark Circles
Using a very fine needle, Dr. Mabrie injects a small amount of the dermafiller material below the eyes or along the cheek bone. The type of filler, the amount of filler, and the location of the injections will be determined based on each person's unique anatomy and the cause of their dark circles. Results appear immediately and will generally last anywhere from 6 months to a year, depending on the filler used. The treatment can be repeated regularly to maintain attractive results.
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Dr. Mabrie believes that it is very important for patients to have realistic expectations of what dermafillers can achieve. The truth is: everyone is different. No two people will have the exact same results from an eye dermafiller procedure. Because dermafillers are not permanent, Dr. Mabrie has the opportunity to work with each patient over time to fine-tune the procedure and accomplish the desired results. For men and women seeking permanent improvement, Dr. Mabrie also performs lower eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty).
