Dark Circle Removal
Dark circles under the eyes can appear on patients both young and older. Despite not posing a health risk, they still can significantly impact one’s quality of life. When dark circles leave you looking tired, aged, or disinterested, especially when contrary to how you feel, they can become a major point of concern. That is why Dr. Ko at Nevada Eye Plastic Surgery is proud to provide under-eye rejuvenation in the form of dark circle removal in Reno.
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What Are Dark Circles?
Any darkening of the skin under the eyes can be considered dark circles. Typically, this change in skin color occurs due to gradual damage to the blood vessels, pigmentation shifts, or other factors. Whatever the cause, the result is that patients may look tired or aged even if they feel as alert and alive as ever.
Dark Circles Removal Options
In some cases, dark circles may resolve on their own, such as in cases of lack of sleep or dehydration. In these cases, improvements in lifestyle factors can also improve your appearance. However, many people have dark circles due to genetics, age, conditions, or chronic damage to the under-eye area. In these situations, patients may be best served by having a professional treatment. Dr. Ko offers several options for removing dark circles, each with its own advantages. The three key options that Dr. Ko provides include:
- Injectables and fillers
- Facial fat transfer
- Lower blepharoplasty
- Laser treatments
Key Benefits of Professional Dark Circle Treatment
Whatever type of dark circle removal you choose, the best way to see outstanding results is to work with a board-certified surgeon. As a board-certified ophthalmologist, Dr. Ko has extensive knowledge of the tissues and structures surrounding the eye.
This knowledge promotes a better experience with consistent benefits such as:
- High-quality results
- Safer treatments
- Easily combine treatments
- Flexible treatment options
- No visible scarring
What Are the Treatments Like?
Injectables: Quick and painless. Treatments can require short visits, typically under 30 minutes. Dr. Ko injects your selected filler into the under-eye area, restoring lost volume.
Laser Treatments: Treatments typically last less than 60 minutes, depending on the extent of the treatment plan. A special medical device is used to deliver targeted amounts of energy to the treatment area, reducing dark circles by boosting cell collagen production and eliminating damaged veins.
Lower Blepharoplasty: Surgery lasts about 1 to 2 hours and requires anesthesia (local or general). Dr. Ko adjusts underlying tissues that cause dark circles and create a rejuvenated appearance.
How Does Dr. Ko Personalize Dark Circle Removal?
The under-eye area is small, but it is highly complicated. Thus, the best chance of seeing results that truly stand out is to have a personalized procedure. Dr. Ko takes the time to learn each patient’s goals and fully learn about their unique facial appearance and structures. This is key because the results must not simply look younger but should be integrated with your natural features. Otherwise, the outcome can look artificial or like you have ‘had work done.’ From each treatment element to building combination treatment plans, Dr. Ko personalizes each part of your treatment.
Recovery Timeline
Injectables: Minimal. Minor swelling or redness for 1 to 2 days (at most) for most patients. Avoid irritating the treatment sites, but can return to work right away.
Laser Treatments: : Patients may need a couple of days to a week for swelling or redness to fade. But this depends on treatment intensity. Some patients may return to work right away, while others may need to wait for swelling to fade. Can still follow most of your daily routine.
Lower Blepharoplasty: Patients can expect 1 to 2 weeks of downtime for recovery. Following doctor approval, they can gradually return to work and then physical activities.
When Can You See the Results?
Injectables: Almost instantly. Patients can see improvements once swelling fades. Results can last for several months to more than a year, depending on filler type and lifestyle. Touchup treatments can maintain your look.
Laser Treatments: Some quick improvements, but the best results will gradually appear in the weeks after treatment as it takes effect. Results can last for more than a year, after which patients can use touchup treatments to maintain results.
Lower Blepharoplasty: Initial results can be seen after initial swelling fades at about 2 weeks. Then full results are visible once residual swelling resolves in several months. Results can last for years. Non-surgical treatments are excellent for touchups later on.
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Book Your Consultation
Learn more about our cosmetic procedures and start on your path toward a revitalized and alert aesthetic today. When you book your consultation for dark circle removal in Reno with Dr. Ko, you can fully discuss your goals in a one-on-one meeting with a leading oculofacial surgeon. We look forward to helping you bring out the best in an appearance that suits you.
