Dark Circles

Many factors contribute to the appearance of dark circles under the eyes. These include; food allergies, particularly dairy products, kidney disorders, cardiovascular insufficiencies, toxicity and aging. Aging factors relate to genetic inheritance. In some people, one aspect of aging is significant thinning of skin around the eyes and loss of "fat padding" in the face, both of which can result in dark circles.

Alternatives to dark undereye circles treatment could be bleaching creams or eyelid surgery.

The skin is prepared with a special topical cream weeks prior to the dark circles elimination procedure. During the 20-minute procedure a fine laser is used to fragment and destroy the pigments in the darker areas of the skin. The area heals within few days and results in a more youthful, less tired appearance.

The best candidates for the treatment of Dark Circles are men and women who are physically healthy, psychologically stable, and realistic in their expectations. Most are 30 or older, but if Dark Circles run in your family, you may decide to have this procedure at a younger age. A few medical conditions make this procedure more risky. They include thyroid problems such as hypothyroidism and Graves' disease, dry eye or lack of sufficient tears, high blood pressure or other circulatory disorders, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. A detached retina or glaucoma is also reason for caution; check with your ophthalmologist before you have surgery.

Dark circles treatment procedure can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence, but it won't necessarily change your looks to match your ideal, or cause other people to treat you differently. You can expect a more youthful look.

When performed by a qualified surgeon, complications during dark circles treatment are infrequent and usually minor. Bruising and swelling lasting on average for two weeks but can continue for a month or more. Remember the human body is asymmetrical and even after surgery both sides of the body may look different. Weigh up the pros and cons with your doctor and decide if this is the appropriate surgery for you. You can reduce your risks by closely following your surgeon's instructions both before and after surgery.

You will be able to read or watch television in 2-3 days after dark eye circles treatment. Feel ready to go out in public after 7-10 days. Wear makeup after 7-10 days Wear contact lenses after 2 weeks.

The procedure of dark circles elimination is usually performed under local anesthesia, along with oral or intravenous sedatives. Any discomfort experienced during or after the surgery can easily be alleviated by oral medications.

Your surgeon will give you specific instructions on how to prepare for dark circles removal surgery, including guidelines on eating and drinking, smoking, and taking or avoiding vitamins, iron tablets and certain medications. If you develop a cold or an infection of any kind, especially a skin infection, your surgery may have to be postponed. Also, while you are making preparations, be sure to arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure and, if needed, to help you at home for a day or two. Special accommodations are available for patients who are coming from out of town.

After dark circles elimination procedure the surgeon will probably lubricate your eyes with ointment and may apply a bandage. You can control any discomfort with the pain medication prescribed by your surgeon. If you feel any severe pain, call your surgeon immediately. Your surgeon will instruct you to keep your head elevated for several days, and to use cold compresses to reduce swelling and bruising. You'll be shown how to clean your eyes. It is normal to feel a bit anxious or depressed in the days or weeks following surgery. However, this feeling will subside.

Dark Circles Surgery Cost

Lower bound: $2,500
Upper bound: $5,000
National average: $3,600

Testimonials

"All the consealers in the world could not do what this treatment has done...in minutes"

Tora P. 31, Torrance CA