WHAT IS TEAR TROUGH (UNDER-EYE) TREATMENT?
Whether its genetic factors, age related or a combination of both, when looking into a mirror, you may notice that your under-eye region is looking hollow and has dark shadows. A number of factors can contribute to under-eye hollowing, including fat and bone loss, skin pigmentation and underlying blood vessels.
When treating the under-eye area, there are several considerations. Firstly, it is important that the whole under-eye area is treated to ensure that the junction of the upper cheek and under-eye junction is as seamless as possible.
Secondly, it is essential to use what is termed ‘micro-droplets’ of product to ensure that there is no visibility of the product under the eyes.
Thirdly, it is essential that the right technique is determined to maximise the aesthetic outcome – this can be needle only or both needle and cannula.
Note: In addition to treating under-eye hollowing, if it is assessed that there is also a skin pigmentation problem, we have a range of skin treatments specifically designed to treat those concerns.
DOES THE TREATMENT HURT?
At Bella Plastic Surgery we use quick-acting topical anaesthetic to numb the area prior to treatment and this allows for a comfortable injectable treatment for our patients.
WHAT TYPES OF PRODUCTS ARE USED?
There are a range of products, that contain different consistencies which are often broken down into three main categories: –
- Thin products – designed to last 3-6 months
- Mid-range products – designed to last 9-12 months
- Semi-permanent products – designed to last 18-24 months
These products are made from complex sugar molecules that naturally occur in your body and bind with water to support your skin and increase volume.
At Bella Plastic Surgery, we use only the highest quality products to achieve long-lasting results.
WHAT IS THE RECOVERY TIME?
This treatment may cause some bruising and swelling in the under-eye area which can persist for up to a week (or longer) following treatment so please ensure that you factor the downtime into your day-to-day commitments.
<h2>POST-PROCEDURE CARE</h2>
<span data-contrast="none">The following are very common side effects after treatment and should resolve with time. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559739":160,"335559740":257}"> </span>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="72" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Swelling</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="72" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Bruising</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="72" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="13" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Redness</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="72" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="14" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Puncture Marks</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="72" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="15" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Asymmetry</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="72" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="16" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Tenderness</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="72" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="17" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Hardness</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="72" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="18" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">T</span><span data-contrast="none">ightness</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":257}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="72" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="19" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">I</span><span data-contrast="none">tching</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":257}"> </span></li>
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<b><span data-contrast="auto">To prevent and/or help minimise any bruising after your treatment: </span></b><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559739":160,"335559740":257}"> </span>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="81" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="20" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Application of a cold compress to the treatment area immediately and for at least 15minutes after.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="81" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="21" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">The regular intermittent application of cold packs during the first 24-48 hours may be beneficial. A cycle to consider is 10min on and 5min off.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="81" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="22" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Sleep with the head elevated for the first evening.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="81" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="23" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Vigorous exercise can increase blood pressure and aggravate any bruising that is developing – therefore, exercise should be avoided for the first 24 hours.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="81" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="24" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">You should avoid extreme heat for the first 24hrs (or until bruising has resolved).</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="81" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="25" data-aria-level="1"><b><span data-contrast="auto">Topical creams</span></b><span data-contrast="auto"> that may help with bruising – reduction in the development and helping in the resolution.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="81" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="25" data-aria-level="1"><b><span data-contrast="auto">Arnica cream</span></b><span data-contrast="auto"> – apply liberally to affected area 3-4 x per day until resolution.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="81" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="25" data-aria-level="1"><b><span data-contrast="auto">Vitamin k cream</span></b><span data-contrast="auto"> – apply liberally to affected area 3-4 x per day until resolution.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
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<b><span data-contrast="none">Final Results</span></b><b><span data-contrast="none"> – </span></b><span data-contrast="none">Your final results can take 2 -4 weeks. You will require further treatments to achieve your desired results</span><b><span data-contrast="none">.</span></b>
Aftercare – Please contact the clinic immediately 1300 373 662 if you experience any inflammatory reaction and/or side effect. Late onset inflammatory response may occur at least 2 months after injection. If necessary, additional treatments, medications and/or surgery may be necessary.
If out of hours, please attend your local medical centre or emergency department.
- You may return to your normal activities (including driving immediately post-treatment.
- Please cleanse face with water and gentle cleanser. Avoid any active ingredients.
- Avoid makeup for at least 12 hours
- Avoid prolonged sun exposure and extreme temperatures for at least 2 weeks post treatment.
- Avoid strenuous exercise or alcohol for 24 hours.
- Avoid touching or massaging the treatment area.
- Avoid facials, waxing, chemical peels, IPL, laser or any other skin treatments for at least 2 weeks after treatment.
As part of your post-treatment care plan, you will be provided with verbal and written post-treatment instructions.
