Cosmetic surgeons are now using dermal fillers to revitalize the eyes. A recent article in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal notes that hyaluronic acid fillers are a reliable, long-lasting treatment for improving the eye area, without undergoing an eye lift.

Similar to fat injections, hyaluronic acid–or HA–fillers are injected around the upper and lower eye to add volume and minimize the appearance of sunken and tired eyes. This procedure is generally performed in the office using a local anesthetic, and takes less than an hour to complete.

In addition, while some of the fat used in traditional filler techniques may reabsorb into the body or cause unpredictable hard areas and irregularities, HA fillers have been shown to last more than two years, and are completely reversible. They also present only mild side effects such as light swelling or bruising.

Dr. Val Lambros, who authored the article, noted, “The addition of volume may provide a better-looking result than traditional surgical procedures, and in some cases, filling in the brow expands the lid skin sufficiently to smooth wrinkles.”

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Organizations mentioned in this episode:

• LoveYourLook.com
• National Health Service
• Aesthetic Surgery Journal
• Dr. Val Lambros
• Dr. Douglas Steinbrech
• Global Industry Analysts Inc.
• Cosmetic Surgery Times