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Tear Trough Fillers

Learn about Tear Trough Fillers at Dr Sknn, including suitability, treatment planning, the procedure, recovery, material risks, aftercare and frequently asked questions. Your clinician will confirm whether this treatment—or another treatment—is appropriate for you.

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Dr Eddie Shaffu, Medical Lead at Dr Sknn
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The treatment explained

About Tear Trough Fillers.

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Reduced Appearance of Tiredness or Sadness

As we age the skin becomes thinner and loses elasticity, age related volume loss also occurs resulting in the skin under the eyes to become looser leaving the tear troughs appearing hollow with dark circles or eye bags giving the appearance of tiredness or sadness, as eye bags deepen it can cast a shadow below your eyes worsening its appearance. Not only does age play a factor in tear trough deformities a hectic lifestyle, lack of sleep, dehydration and changes in weight can exacerbate the deformity.

The tear trough is an area between your cheek and lower eyelid.

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What to expect

Before, during and after your treatment.

Your exact experience and recovery are individual. Your clinician will explain what applies to you.

01 · Before What Should You Expect Before The Procedure?

At Dr Sknn, prior to any filler procedure, Dr Shaffu performs a full medical history. Dr Shaffu then will perform a full aesthetic consultation looking at your face, skin and evaluate which signs of ageing have occurred. During the consultation there will be an opportunity to discuss any concerns, expectations, results or questions you may have. Prior to treatment any risks associated with the treatment are discussed ensuring you fully understand them. As each patient is different and no one size fits all approach is taken, Dr Shaffu then formulates a couture plan specifically tailored to your ageing concerns and signs that have developed. The expert technique is then performed to produce long lasting natural results in the least painful manner.

02 · During Are Tear Trough Fillers Painful?

Prior to performing any dermal fillers, if suitable, an anaesthetic cream is applied 30 minutes prior to the procedure to minimise discomfort additionally, at Dr Sknn, we use a fine needle in addition to fillers premixed with anaesthetic to minimise any discomfort.

03 · After What Should I Avoid After Dermal Fillers?

Some of the aftercare instructions include: Avoid touching and rubbing and make-up to the treated areas for 4 hours Avoid extreme heat/cold for up to 1 week post treatment Please note post your procedure you will be provided with a complete list of aftercare instructions.

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How Can Dermal Fillers Improve the appearance of Tear Troughs Dr Sknn, Wilmslow, Cheshire

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Jawline & Mandibular Angle Dermal Fillers, Jawline Fillers Wilmslow, Cheshire, Dr Sknn

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Questions before booking

Frequently asked questions.

Preparation, treatment, recovery, suitability and aftercare guidance to support your consultation.

How Can Dermal Fillers Improve the appearance of Tear Troughs?
Using a non surgical technique a low density FDA approved filler is injected into the tear trough adding volume beneath the eyelids ultimately improving volume loss, hollowing, eye bags, fine lines and dark circles resulting in a more youthful appearance. Prior to any Tear Trough Dermal Filler treatment at Dr Sknn an Aesthetic consultation is performed with Dr Shaffu to assess the success and suitability of treatment using a specialised technique assessing skin quality, hollowness, orbital fat pads and overlying skin resulting in scoring whether improvement in the tear troughs will be evident. At Dr Sknn Dr Shaffu uses a low density FDA approved filler in order to correct any tear trough deformity in suitable candidates.
What are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are gel-like cross linked sterile synthetic material made from Hyaluronic acid, which is a natural biodegradable component of our own skin that can be synthesised. Dermal fillers add youthful volume to the structures that support our skin, the gel is injected beneath the skins surface resulting in a firmer and smoother appearance in addition to increasing collagen production resulting in improvement in skin hydration and resilience.
What Should You Expect Before The Procedure?
At Dr Sknn, prior to any filler procedure, Dr Shaffu performs a full medical history. Dr Shaffu then will perform a full aesthetic consultation looking at your face, skin and evaluate which signs of ageing have occurred. During the consultation there will be an opportunity to discuss any concerns, expectations, results or questions you may have. Prior to treatment any risks associated with the treatment are discussed ensuring you fully understand them. As each patient is different and no one size fits all approach is taken, Dr Shaffu then formulates a couture plan specifically tailored to your ageing concerns and signs that have developed. The expert technique is then performed to produce long lasting natural results in the least painful manner.
Can Dermal Fillers be Reversed?
Depending on the area however at Dr Sknn we use hyaluronic acid based fillers (Juvederm) which can be reversed using hyaluronidase.
Are Tear Trough Fillers Safe?
At Dr Sknn, fillers are only performed by Dr Shaffu who uses his professional knowledge and precise techniques to deliver safe results.
Are Tear Trough Fillers Painful?
Prior to performing any dermal fillers, if suitable, an anaesthetic cream is applied 30 minutes prior to the procedure to minimise discomfort additionally, at Dr Sknn, we use a fine needle in addition to fillers premixed with anaesthetic to minimise any discomfort.
What type of Dermal Filler is used in the Tear Trough?
A low density FDA approved Hyaluronic acid based filler is used at Dr Sknn
Do Dermal Fillers have any side effects?
Prior to any procedure at Dr Sknn all side effects and risks are outlined. Additionally as Dr Shaffu performs the procedure past medical history including possible contraindications are checked to safely deliver fillers with minimal side effects and risks. Some common side effects include: Redness, swelling and bruising which settle over a period of time. Concealer make up may be used to reduce the appearance of common side effects 4 hours post procedure. However prior to treatment a full outline of all potential side effect and complications will be discussed.
How Long Do Dermal Fillers Last?
The longevity of Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Fillers depends on different factors however generally they last anywhere between 6 months to 18 months. The factors that influence the longevity of dermal fillers include areas that move often such as the mouth, the results lasts shorter then other areas that are more stationary such as around the cheek or chin area. During your consultation Dr Shaffu will provide you with a better idea of the expected duration of each of the treatments.
Who is unsuitable for the treatment?
Some of the contraindications are listed below. Please note that during the consultation we will assess suitability for the treatment Pregnancy or breast feeding
Am I suitable for Tear Trough Fillers?
Both Women & Men are suitable for tear trough fillers however prior to any Tear Trough Dermal Filler treatment at Dr Sknn an Aesthetic consultation is performed with Dr Shaffu to assess the success and suitability of treatment using a specialised technique assessing skin quality, hollowness, orbital fat pads and overlying skin resulting in scoring whether improvement in the tear troughs will be evident.
What Should I Avoid After Dermal Fillers?
Some of the aftercare instructions include: Avoid touching and rubbing and make-up to the treated areas for 4 hours Avoid extreme heat/cold for up to 1 week post treatment Please note post your procedure you will be provided with a complete list of aftercare instructions.
Where can Dermal Fillers be used?
Due to the advanced technique and professional knowledge of Dr Shaffu dermal fillers can be used to restore the following indications safely and effectively. Tear-Trough Cheek Augmentation Nonsurgical Rhinoplasty Nasolabial Folds (Nose to mouth lines) Marionette Lines (Corners of the mouth) Lip Enhancement Perioral Sculpting Mandibular Angle Augmentation Jawline Enhancement & Jowl improvement Chin Enhancement Hand Fillers
What results will I see with Tear Trough Fillers?
If found to be suitable for the procedure you may find improvement in the following: Hollowness around the eyes Discolouration / Dark Circles / Dark Shadow Sagging under the eyes Sunken tear troughs Reduced appearance of tiredness / sadness Facial Aesthetics
Can Dermal Fillers be used with Anti Wrinkle Injections
Yes both procedures can be combined with one another to produce the desired effect however during your consultation with Dr Shaffu a personalised plan will be formulated in order to use multiple different combination treatments to produce the desired aesthetic outcome.
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