There are many treatments that can be used to reduce the appearance of eye bags. Some of these include Botox injections, Dermal fillers, Lower eyelid lift, and dermal resurfacing lasers. We will be discussing some of the most common treatments as well as how they can be done in your clinic. Based on your personal circumstances, the best cosmetic treatment for eyebags may be right for you. Before you decide to seek treatment for your eye bags, be sure to do some research on the options.
Botox
There are many different types of injectable fillers available for use as an aesthetic treatment for eye bags. Botox is one example of such a product. It temporarily paralyzes the muscles responsible for wrinkle-causing effects. Restylane, a non-animal product, is made from hyaluronic acids. It can be injected using needles, and can have lasting effects. There is some risk associated with Botox as an aesthetic treatment for eye bags, but it's far less than the risks of surgery.
Botox works by relaxing the muscles around the eye area. Botox also tightens sagging areas. It can also be used to lift the brows to some extent. Injecting Botox in strategic places can also help open your eyes. You'll notice a tighter skin texture and a lift in your eyebrows. Botox can help you look younger and rejuvenated.
Dermal fillers
Dermal fillers, unlike surgery, are an effective cosmetic treatment for eye bags or hollows. They require minimal downtime and don't require any recovery. A majority of patients only require one injection in the office, and the procedure takes typically less than an half hour. Patients can return to work immediately following treatment. Minor side effects, such as discoloration or bruising at the injection site may occur in some patients. However, these are rare and usually go away on their own.
Some patients choose dermal fillers as an aesthetic treatment for eyebags because they can camouflage moderate under-eye puffiness, or they can correct severe cases. If the bags are caused by dynamic wrinkles or facial muscle movements, botox may not be the best choice. This procedure can be used to relax facial muscles, and reduce the appearance of eyebags. It is possible to smoothen the upper face with dermal fillers.
Lower eyelid lift
It may be necessary to administer general or local pain medication. While the former makes the patient completely unconscious, local anesthesia numbs the area around the eye and reduces the level of pain. Depending on the complexity of the procedure, general anesthesia is sometimes necessary to complete multiple surgeries at the same time. Local anesthesia is also a viable option for a lower eyelid lift. Using a local anesthetic allows the surgeon to test eye muscles before the procedure, avoiding any discomfort.
To reduce the appearance undereye bags, an experienced surgeon can perform a lower lid lift. In this procedure, an incision is made under the lash line to access underlying tissues and manipulate fat. To make the skin look younger, excess skin is removed and reshaped. The scarring is minimal as the incision line is hidden under the lower eyelid crease.
Dermal resurfacing lasers
For treating the under-eye wrinkles and other problems, dermal lasers for eye bag treatments are highly effective. One procedure can allow the area to begin to heal itself and shed wrinkles. The recovery time from the procedure may be as short as a week. This procedure is more suitable for patients who have dark pigmented skin. Although not recommended for all skin types, dermal resurfacing lasers can be used to remove eye bags.
Apply a topical numbing cream to the area before the procedure. After 30 minutes, the area should be gently wiped clean with wet gauze. Gauze is also used to protect the lower lid from any damage during the procedure. The treated area may develop temporary white bumps from laser treatments.