Do eye fillers age you?

Author: Carmel Bernhard  |  Last update: Sunday, March 5, 2023

Fillers are a great option for patients seeking a softer, more youthful look. However, if used improperly or over used, fillers can have negative long term consequences. In fact, patients who do not properly use filler could actually speed up their skin's aging process, resulting in older looking skin.

Do fillers make you look older over time?

Excessive use of fillers distorts natural face features, causing an aged appearance. When the face becomes distorted this makes you look unnatural. And an unnatural look will make you look disproportioned.

Can under eye fillers cause wrinkles?

Answer: Can under eye filler cause wrinkles

Once under eye filler wears off it will not cause more wrinkles, but your skin will resume the appearance it had prior to the filler injections.

What age should you get under eye filler?

If you're looking to a dermal filler to combat signs of aging, your mid-20s is often a good time to start. Your body starts to lose bone and collagen around age 26, so it's a good time to begin maintenance injections. By starting early, you'll use require less product than if you wait until your mid-50s.

What happens to under eye fillers over time?

The way the under eye filler is placed

Over time the fillers gradually degrade from as our body creates and enzyme called hyaluronidase that cleaves the bonds of the sugar chains in the gel. As the amount of filler volume lessens, the effect wanes.

This method of getting facial filler will make you look older NOT younger (AVOID at all costs!)

Why you shouldn't get under eye filler?

If the filler is injected too close under the skin, it may bulge out and become visible." Plus, there's also the possibility, especially with fairer skin tones, that fillers could cause something known as the Tyndall effect, which is when hyaluronic acid fillers are injected into the superficial dermis or epidermis.

Why should you not get under eye fillers?

In some cases, facial filler injections that are placed underneath the eyes can lead to additional swelling, and can make a festoon pocket appear more evident or larger. At times, the festoon pocket may persist for a longer period even after an unwanted facial filler product is dissolved with hyaluronidase.

Who is not a good candidate for under eye filler?

If a patient has bags that significantly fluctuate with factors such as sleep, alcohol, or salt intake they may not be a candidate for under eye filler. This type of bag is typically lymphatic related and is very responsive to fluid within the tissues. Filler is known to be hydrophilic, meaning it loves water.

What happens when fillers wear off?

The effects of the fillers will wear off after months or years, but the treated area is likely to return to its original state. The benefits of both Botox and fillers will be gone and you'll notice that those lines and volume loss will come back.

How many times can you get under eye fillers?

It's also important to remember that tear trough fillers are temporary. You'll need repeated treatments if you wish to maintain the effect. Many people repeat the injection every 1 or 2 years.

Why do my wrinkles look worse after filler?

Answer: Laugh lines worse after Filler

This may appear worse because there is swelling from the injection. All swelling should subside in about 2 weeks. If after 2 weeks this does not get better, then please see your injector for an evaluation.

Do wrinkles come back worse after fillers?

“The short answer is no,” says Dr. Miriam Hanson, board certified dermatologist and cosmetic expert in Austin, Texas. “Wrinkles do not become worse after having dermal fillers.” Dermal fillers comprise a family of injectable medications that restore volume in areas of the skin where it has been lost.

Do Under eye fillers change your face?

No, under eye filler will not alter the shape of your eyes. There are many things you can do to treat under eye hollows and dark circles. A surgical option to remove skin and/or fat will be the best long term.

Do fillers ever look natural?

Yes, lip fillers can give you a natural-looking result. Depending on what type of dermal filler you choose and the results you want, lip fillers can give you anywhere from a natural appearance to a celebrity-like pout.

Does your skin sag after fillers?

There is a very common misconception that dermal fillers can make skin sag, however we can safely say that this is FALSE. People assume that once they have been fully absorbed by your body you will be left with loose, hanging skin leaving you looking even older than you did previously.

Does under eye filler make you look younger?

Look Younger, Feel Younger, Natural Results

It's no secret that baggy eyes and tear troughs are the results of aging. By getting under-eye filler, you will naturally appear younger. Renew is committed to helping our patients achieve a natural look when it comes to their beauty and aesthetic goals.

What is the downside to fillers?

The most serious risk associated with dermal fillers is accidental injection into a blood vessel. Filler that enters a blood vessel can cause skin necrosis (death of tissue), stroke, or blindness.

How do you take care of under eye fillers?

1-7 Days After Treatment and Beyond
  1. Avoid touching or manipulating the treated area.
  2. No strenuous activity for 24 hours.
  3. Avoid sun exposure for 72 hours.
  4. Avoid alcohol and salty foods.

Is under-eye filler high risk?

Although rare, complications from dermal fillers can be devastating. The most serious complications are vascular. Vascular occlusions can lead to necrosis (tissue death), scarring and, even more seriously, blindness. Indeed, dermal fillers have already led to 98 reported cases of blindness (Beleznay et al, 2015).

Are Under-eye fillers worth?

“Filler is a great option for people who lack volume under the eyes,” says New York dermatologist Joshua Zeichner, MD. “With age, as fat compartments in the face drop, the under-eye area separates from the cheek, giving a hollow appearance.

Does under-eye filler look natural?

Since they're transparent, easy to smooth, and less likely to clump, hyaluronic acid fillers are the most common filler type used in the under-eye area. Hyaluronic acid provides the shortest result of all the fillers but is considered by some practitioners to provide the most natural look.

What should I avoid after eye fillers?

Here's What NOT to Do After Getting Cosmetic Injectables
  • Botox and fillers act differently in your body. ...
  • Don't participate in intense cardio. ...
  • Don't apply makeup or use facial tools. ...
  • Don't lie down. ...
  • Don't drink alcohol. ...
  • Don't get a facial, massage, or microdermabrasion.

What is side effects for eye filler?

Side effects from these injections can include: pain or itching at the injection site. swelling. bruising.
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Are there any risks or side effects?
  • bruising or bleeding at injection site.
  • infection.
  • allergic reaction.
  • irregularities in the filling (e.g., in the firmness of your skin)

How long does filler under eyes last?

The longevity of under-eye filler, or tear trough filler, really depends on the type of filler that is used, how much is injected, and the individual's physiology. Generally, most fillers like Juvéderm will last anywhere from six to twelve months. However, some fillers may last up to eighteen months or more.

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