Advanced Treatments Tear Trough
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The interface between our lower eyelids and upper cheek is referred to as the tear trough area. Tear trough hollowing is one of the earliest ageing changes and often is a constitutional feature present from adolescence. As we get older, this area alters in appearance, by becoming hollower, darker, deeper, and less revitalised. These depressions can make the eyes look somewhat sunken and create unattractive dark shadows, giving the appearance of tiredness, exhaustion, and old age.

During the initial consultation, Dr. Shibu will go through your medical history and provide a detailed examination of the eyes and face. There will be a discussion of what you wish to achieve from the treatment and the risks and benefits to allow you to reach an informed decision. If it is determined that tear trough filler is the right treatment is right for you, the filler injection will be applied.

You should avoid drinking alcohol for 24 hours before the treatment, whilst aspirin should not be taken for 7 days and Ibuprofen for two days. Again, this will be discussed with you prior to the treatment.

Tear trough fillers are a non-surgical, minimally invasive treatment. It involves numbing the tear trough area with a topical anaesthetic and then injecting the area with hyaluronic acid gel, which works to boost collagen production and replace the lost volume brought about through the ageing process. It also hydrates, softens, and rejuvenates the skin, creating a more youthful appearance.

The treatment only takes around 30 minutes, though many patients also opt to undergo other procedures with their fillers, such as midface lift or brow lift. You may also wish to have additional treatments such as a liquid eye lift, or a liquid facelift. Dr.Shibu will discuss with you the best treatment plan during your initial consultation.

Dermal fillers produce natural-looking, instant results. While the effect is noticeable immediately, the final result will usually be visible at around two weeks. This is because the skin needs time to relax, smooth and allow the fillers to integrate properly with the surrounding tissue, achieving optimum hydration balance.

Yes, the tear trough filler treatment produces natural-looking results. Patients will not look dramatically different following the procedure. As a highly skilled practitioner, Dr Shibu understands facial anatomy and how to achieve subtle yet noticeable results.

During the initial consultation, a lot of time will be spent discussing the patient’s expectations, ensuring there are no shock results or surprises after the procedure is carried out.

Tear trough fillers may be a little uncomfortable, but they are not painful. As this is a minimally invasive procedure, most patients find that it is a lot less daunting than they first anticipated. A topical anaesthetic numbing cream will often be applied to the area before injecting the skin, thereby reducing the discomfort.

All staff at the clinic are medically trained professionals and will ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible when undergoing facial fillers.

Recovery is usually rapid and treatment results are normally visible right away. As there is no downtime, regular activities can resume immediately, with many patients going back to work on the same day. However, there may be some slight bruising or swelling for the first couple of days.

To reduce swelling, patients can gently apply a cold compress to the area every few hours so that heat and steam hit the face. An Arnica cream can also be generally applied to the tear trough area before bed, helping to reduce bruising overnight.

Patients should resist touching the area for at least six hours following the filler treatment. After this time, they can gently wash the area with water and soap, dabbing rather than rubbing the area. Patients should avoid using make-up or other skincare products for at least the first four hours following the treatment.

Patients should also avoid exercise and alcohol for two days and are advised to stay out of extreme heat (e.g. saunas, sunbeds, tanning) or cold for two weeks. While lip filler injections do cause some pain, all Revere lip fillers are administered with a local anaesthetic, keeping discomfort to a minimum. You may experience some soreness and swelling afterwards, but this will resolve within 24 hours.

While results are typically long-lasting, the treatment is not a permanent solution since the filler will gradually break down over time. Patients are advised to come back to the clinic for repeat fillers to retain their youthful, fresh appearance. Normally this will be about every 1-2 years, depending on the individual, although some patients can retain fillers for many years. You are advised to come back to the clinic for a check-up and to review your progress.

There are several different factors that can contribute to the quick breakdown of the filler results, including poor diet, smoking, and lack of exercise, so for optimum results, it is best to follow a healthy lifestyle.

We are often asked which filler is used. We use several different fillers for different areas of the face, each specialized for a particular anatomical area. There is a wide array of different filler preparations currently available on the market and patients will be advised on which will provide the best aesthetic solution for them.

Our clinic only uses filler preparations that are dissolvable, if required, and have a demonstrated safety track record. We never use any of the preparations that are associated with filler complications.

Yes, tear trough fillers are very safe. All patients are given in-depth consultations beforehand, outlining any possible risks. Treatments will only ever be carried out by a highly skilled practitioner, as is required for the tear trough area, where the tissues are much thinner than in any other areas of the face and are much less forgiving.

Serious complications arising from tear trough treatment are exceedingly rare and normally the only side effect is the bruising or swelling of the skin, which is mild and subsides quickly. Undergoing any cosmetic procedure seems daunting, but tear trough fillers are very well tolerated, with a low-risk profile in the vast majority of patients. However, in a small percentage of people, the filler may not be tolerated and can cause swelling or irregularities which will need further treatment.

Provided you seek treatment from only appropriately medically experienced cosmetic practitioners, you are in very safe hands. Dr Shibu will go through all potential risks with you prior to treatment.

People who are pregnant or breastfeeding will not be able to undergo facial fillers. Likewise, people with known allergies or hypersensitivity to fillers or similar medical substances will be turned away.

A range of other extended treatments can be carried out along with under-eye fillers, including the liquid eye lift and liquid facelift. These treatments involve the placement of filler and injectables to a variety of critical locations around the eye, temple, brow, and cheek to create a softened, natural, and more youthful look. Profhilo treatment has also become a very popular adjunct to tear trough filler and can be applied at the same time.

This treatment also includes aftercare products that are highly specialised in the periocular area, enhancing skin quality. The Liquid facelift also helps rejuvenate the lower face, lifting and softening the jowl area, chin, corners of the mouth, and neck.

We recommend sourcing a clinician that is professionally trained and able to answer all of your questions related to the procedure and potential risks.

At RevIVe Medics, your lip fillers will only ever be administered by an experienced cosmetic physician or clinical nurse specialist. We pride ourselves on using the precise amount of filler needed to achieve your desired appearance, with none of the bumpy, unnatural looking results of inferior clinics. Our doctors are renowned for their light hands, resulting in plump, naturally luscious-looking lips.