What Filler Is Used for Tear Troughs? Plainview/ Nassau County, NY

The under-eye area requires a filler that is specifically suited to the delicate anatomy of the lower eyelid and cheek. Different dermal fillers have different properties, and the appropriate product depends on your anatomy, degree of hollowing, skin quality, and treatment goals.

Two hyaluronic acid fillers currently have specific FDA-approved indications for improving the appearance of infraorbital hollowing (under-eye hollows) in adults over 21:

JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA XC

JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA XC is a hyaluronic acid dermal filler that is FDA-approved to temporarily improve the appearance of under-eye hollows in adults over 21. It works by adding volume to the infraorbital hollow, which can help reduce the appearance of hollowness and associated shadows.

VOLBELLA XC is part of the JUVÉDERM family of fillers and contains lidocaine to help reduce discomfort during treatment.

Restylane Eyelight

Restylane Eyelight is another hyaluronic acid dermal filler with an FDA-approved indication for improving the appearance of infraorbital hollowing in adults over 21. The FDA approval specifically covers depressed, sunken, or hollow areas beneath the eyes.

Restylane Eyelight contains hyaluronic acid and lidocaine and is designed specifically for treatment of the under-eye area.

Why Does the Filler Matter?

Not all dermal fillers are interchangeable.

Fillers differ in their gel properties, concentration, cohesivity, flexibility, and intended treatment areas. A filler that is excellent for the cheeks, lips, or jawline may not be the appropriate choice for the delicate under-eye area.

For tear trough treatment, we consider the specific product, your facial anatomy, the amount of volume loss, skin thickness, presence of under-eye bags or swelling, and your desired outcome.

In some patients, the best approach may involve treating the cheek or midface rather than placing filler directly into the tear trough. A full facial assessment can help determine the most appropriate treatment strategy.

Tear Trough Filler at The Beauty Source

At The Beauty Source / Mashriqi Internal Medicine in Plainview, NY, we take a conservative and individualized approach to under-eye rejuvenation.

Our goal is not simply to add volume. It is to determine whether filler is appropriate in the first place and, when it is, use an appropriate product and treatment strategy to create a refreshed and natural-looking result.

Because the under-eye region is anatomically complex and carries unique risks, tear trough filler should be performed by an appropriately trained and licensed medical professional.

During your consultation, we can discuss options such as JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA XC and Restylane Eyelight, as well as whether another treatment approach may be more appropriate for your individual anatomy.