7 Important Things to Consider When Getting Juvederm Under Eye Fillers

Hearing “oh, you look tired” can ruin someone’s day in mere seconds, but how do you actually prevent it from happening?

If you have tear troughs under your eyes, you surely know they are there, and you wish you could do something about them.  A tear trough is that sunken and tired appearance sometimes with puffy under eye bags that makes you look a lot older than you really are. It occurs when we lose natural volume and contour from genetics or just when we get older.

If you are looking for a tear trough fix, here are 7 important things to consider when contemplating Juvederm under eye fillers.

The Consultation Is Super Important

Start by completing some due diligence and find a board certified professional like a dermatologist or plastic surgeon. Read as much as you can and check out all their reviews. The purpose of the consult is to find out if you are a good candidate for Juvederm under eye filler, so you’ll want to be sure you have someone knowledgeable.

Learn about all the possible side effects, the risks, and how often you will need follow-up treatments to maintain your results. Not everyone who thinks the filler will work for them is a candidate.

Only your visit with Dr. Gottlieb, MD will give you all the answers.

Be Sure You and Dr. Wendy Gottlieb Are in Sync

Be sure your expectations are clear and attainable. You want a natural result, but be aware that the periorbital area is quite sensitive. The injections must occur above the bone, but below the muscle. There are many veins in this area and an injection into a vein could be problematic.

Look at before and after photos of other patients to be sure they are compatible with your desires. Don’t move ahead unless you are satisfied with the quality and safety of the procedure and Dr. Gottlieb.

Look for Hyaluronic Acid Fillers

The most common types of hyaluronic acid fillers include Juvederm, Restylane, and Belotero. They are especially beneficial if this is your first time to get under eye fillers, since they can be reversed. If you are unhappy with the results or you experience a complication, another substance can be introduced to dissolve the filler.

Talk with Dr. Gottlieb about which filler would be best for you.

It’s Gonna Hurt … A Little

No need to panic. Dr. Gottlieb will apply numbing cream at the area of the injections. Everyone feels pain differently and has various tolerance levels, but expect some discomfort. Be sure not to take any aspirin or ibuprofen prior to the injections which would induce bruising. No fish oil supplements or alcohol are typically permitted for a few days, though each physician has different protocols. Go home to relax, and by the next day you should feel just fine.

Know What Will Happen When Getting Juvederm Under Eye Fillers

Dr. Gottlieb will remove all your makeup and clean your face with a medical grade cleanser and some alcohol to prevent infection. There are two ways to inject the under eye filler: 1) a direct injection which is more precise, and 2) using a cannula with a tube above the cheekbone, which can decrease any bruising.

The process includes the following steps:

• The injections are done slowly and in stages to prevent swelling.
• You remain sitting upright so Dr. Gottlieb can assess results as he or she works, and to determine the number of injections needed.
• Dr. Gottlieb will mold the under eye filler with fingers immediately after injections.
• The process takes approximately 15 minutes after numbing.
• Ice will be applied to reduce bruising and swelling.
• Afterward do not wear makeup or touch your eyes.

What You Can Expect Afterwards

You should see the final results within a few days. Commonly there will be some swelling that might look like you’ve gone through the worst allergy season or have just had a good cry. Anything more noticeable, you should call your physician.

The results commonly last from 9 months to a year, although some patients will be able to go longer in between treatments. It is prudent to get maintenance injections before the results are gone as this will require less filler.

Be Aware of Side Effects

Bruising and swelling is normal, so continue to ice the area for the next 24 hours. Don’t work for a day or two so you can relax and reduce the risk of any extra bruising.

Sometimes a small welt can appear at the site of the injection and may need to be dissolved.  Rarely, you can experience an infection or a reaction to the filler. In this case the welt is treated with an antibiotic, and the substance used to dissolve the filler is known as hyaluronate.

Juvederm under eye filler may be exactly the cosmetic procedure you have been searching for.

Contact Wendy Gottlieb, MD for a consultation today by requesting an appointment online or calling (703) 668-9499!