TEAR TROUGHS

Dermal fillers can now be used to reduce the appearance of ‘dark circles’ and ‘tired eyes’ by filling and smoothing the lower eyelid contour.

WHAT ARE TEAR TROUGHS?

Tear troughs are semi-circular creases/depressions which start at the nose and run along the bottom of the lower eyelid just above the cheek bone. These depressions can produce the illusion of darkening around the eyes resulting in ‘dark circles’ or ‘tired eyes’.

As we age, the eyelid above and cheek below begin to sag however the depression cannot sag with the rest of the facial skin due to its ligamentous attachment to the bone of the eye socket. This results in the depression deepening and the shadow and dark circle becoming more noticeable.

WHAT IS TEAR TROUGH TREATMENT?

When tear trough deformities are present, an injectable dermal filler such as Restylane Perlane can be used to correct them. Restylane Perlane is a non-animal based sterile gel consisting of biodegradable hyaluronic acid. Hylauronic acid is present in all living tissue and works by attracting water molecules to the surrounding collagen fibres resulting in plumper, hydrated skin.

WHAT IS THE TREATMENT LIKE?

The filler is injected with a very fine micro needle under the skin surface along the line of the hollow. An anaesthetic cream may be applied to the area for 30 minutes prior to the treatment although often no anaesthetic cream is required. The area is then gently massaged.

AFTER THE TREATMENT

The results with dermal fillers are instant. After the treatment the treated area may be slightly red and/or slightly swollen, however you can resume normal activities, drive yourself home or return to work immediately after the treatment

HOW LONG WILL THE EFFECTS LAST?

The results typically last 6-9 months although the exact length of time will depend on the structure of your skin and other factors such as lifestyle, age and the degree of perfection demanded by the individual. Additional touch up treatments can be performed at any time after the initial treatment.

WHO IS NOT SUITABLE FOR TREATMENT?

Dermal fillers have not been tested in pregnant or nursing women, and are therefore not advised.

ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?

Although uncommon, possible adverse effects may include:

Injection-related reactions. The may be some mild redness in the treated area which usually resolves after a few hours. Swelling is also seen immediately after the treatment and lasts on average no more than 48 hours. Occasionally bruising can occur which if significant may last 5-7 days. During this time make-up can be applied.
Allergic reaction. The risk of an allergic reaction is extremely rare and they are usually self-limiting. Allergic reactions can however be treated with oral or injectable corticosteroids or the product removed using an injectable enzyme (hyaluronidase).
Contour irregularities can and do occasionally occur. Massaging can usually smooth out any ‘lumpiness’ however if persisent the filler can be easily and rapidly dissolved using hyaluronidase.

PRICING INFORMATION

Perlane

1.0ml

£350

The Hadleigh Clinic

Harley Street, LONDON • Buckhurst Hill, ESSEX • Ruislip, MIDDLESEX