Lower Eyelid Wrinkles

On the lower eyelids and sub ocular region of the face, individuals will develop wrinkles from loss of facial volume and elastinaround the eyes and upper parts of the face.  These wrinkles may run parallel underneath and along the shape of the lower eyelid, or may hatch up into the lower eye lid.  In some individuals the skin can develop a crêping look (like crêpe paper). 

These lines may be treated with BOTOX® or advanced dermal fillers, either alone or in combination therapy.  Physicians who treat the wrinkles with BOTOX® will usually place a small amount of BOTOX® near the sides of the bridge of the nose.  Usually 2 – 4 units of BOTOX® are used in two points on either side of the nose.

Physicians who are highly experienced with dermal filler procedures may use liquid face lift products above the cheek near the infraorbital rim.  The infraorbital rim is the bone that curves under the lower eyelid.  Radiesse® can be an effective filler in this area because it can provide the necessary bulk and then assists the body in building its own collagen for endurance.  Bulking fillers such as Perlane® and Juvedermtm Ultra Plus are also used widely by physicians for this procedure.  Filling this area will cause the wrinkles to lift and smooth away, returning natural contours, as well.   A physician who is highly skilled in this technique should be chosen for this procedure.