Appear Well-Rested for the Holidays… Treat Your Dark Circles Under the Eyes with Filler

When we see a person with dark circles under the eyes, we assume they are sleep deprived. Very few people realize that the dark circles are caused by lack of reflection of light under the eye which is a structural problem of the mid-face. There can be loss of volume of the mid cheek, a dark hollow called a tear trough, or both issues can exist making a person to look tired, even when they are not tired!
We asked Dr. Nicole Norris at Nicole Norris MD Medical Spa in Peru about what she recommends for treating this problem. “This is one of the most transformative procedures that I do with filler. First, I use a thicker filler for the anterior cheeks if there is loss of volume and a flat appearance. Then I use a thinner filler to fill the tear trough area creating a smooth transition from the thin skin under the eye to the apple of the cheek. Patients are amazing how a 30-minute procedure can transform them from a tired to a rested appearance!”
Dr. Norris goes on to explain the possible risks of the procedure. “There is always going to be some swelling post-procedure due to addition of the filler. That will resolve in about 2 weeks when you can expect your optimal result. I use a needle to inject filler in the cheek so if that is done first there is a risk of a small bruise. When I put filler in the tear trough, there is very little chance of bruising as I use a cannula which is blunt tipped and soft for the sensitive area under the eye. With appropriate topical numbing medicine, the procedure is relatively painless. For patients plagued by looking tired all the time, the benefits by far outweigh the small risk of bruising and swelling and the results typically last at least one year!”
In the month of November, Nicole Norris MD Medical Spa is offering promotions on correcting your tired look for the holidays! Mention this article and receive 20% off your procedure and get your new patient filler consultation for $50 (reg. $99)! Call 815-780-8264 to learn more and book your consultation!