Dark Circles Under Eyes in Boca Raton, FL

Name: Dark Circle Treatments
Brand: Berman Plastic Surgery
Rating: 4.6 (168 reviews)

Look bright-eyed and well-rested without your dark circles.

What Are Dark Under-Eye Circles?

Dark circles can cause many individuals to look tired or sad, and they can be caused by a range of factors. These include hyperpigmentation or inflammation that affects blood vessels under the eyes. Hyperpigmentation under the eyes can be caused by:

Blood- deposited hemosiderin
Melanin- true dark pigment from melanocytes
Allergic “shiners”
Blepharochalasis
Genetics
Lack of Sleep
Nasal Congestion

Allergic “shiners” are caused by Inflammation that expands the tiny blood vessels under the eyes. Factors that can cause inflammation include:

Food Allergies
Milk/casein
Wheat/gluten
Seasonal Allergies
Hay fever
Cosmetics
Allergens from home or workplace

Dark Circle Treatments Overview

What Are the Treatment Options?

The first step towards treating your dark circles is to schedule a physical exam with both Dr. Berman and our aesthetician. Every individual is different, especially with this issue, so Dr. Berman likes to see the patient determine the best course of action.

The cause of your dark circles dictates treatment. There are many treatment options available, including IPL, hydroquinone, ThermiSmooth, Fractionated CO2, blepharoplasty, fillers like Belotero, Juvederm, Volbella, fat grafting, or coverup cosmetics.

Hydroquinone

Hydroquinone is prescribed for short-term (2-3 weeks). While hydroquinone can lighten pigmented areas of the skin, it may not help under the eyes because the cause of the dark circles may not be skin pigmentation. Side effects of using hydroquinone include drying out of the skin, redness, itching, and irritation. It is strongly advised that anyone using hydroquinone avoid overexposure to UV light, whether artificial or not. A follow-up appointment in 2-3 weeks is needed for re-evaluation. Eyelid skin is very thin and needs proper care.

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Skin Tightening Procedures

There are also skin-tightening procedures that can help to minimize the appearance of dark circles. These include:

ThermiSmooth

A non-invasive treatment that uses temperature-controlled radiofrequency energy to shrink collagen, smoothing the skin.

Fractionated CO2

A minimally invasive treatment that targets limited areas of the outermost layer of skin, stimulating collagen production for a more youthful appearance.

Blepharoplasty

A surgical option that is done to improve the appearance of the eyelids, but can also address fatty deposits under the eyes, bags under the eyes, or dark circles.

Fat Grafting

A surgical option that uses the patient’s own fat to fill in voids or depressions.

Fillers

Fillers are another option to address dark circles. At our office, we use blunt cannulas rather than needles to ensure a more even distribution of the product. Minimally invasive fillers such as Belotero, Juvederm Ultra, Volbella, Restylane, and Refyne are used to “plump up” the depressions in the tear troughs and decrease depressions in the lower lids.

Eye Creams or Coverup Cosmetics

For patients who do not wish to undergo a procedure to address their undereye circles, eye creams or cover-up cosmetics can do the trick. We offer professional, dermatologist-approved products such as Obagi, Truffoire, and Skinceuticals.

If you are tired of living with dark circles and are looking for a solution, we can help. Contact Berman Plastic Surgery & Spa in Boca Raton today to schedule your initial consultation.

Dr. Jonathan Berman

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon at Berman Plastic Surgery & Spa

Dr. Jonathan Ross Berman is a Boca Raton plastic surgeon who has been certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology / Head and Neck Surgery, with over 30 years of service experience specializing in Breast Augmentation, Rhinoplasty, Face Lift, Liposuction, and many other types of plastic surgery in Boca Raton, FL.

Dr. Berman is a plastic surgeon and ENT, double-board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology / Head and Neck Surgery. He provides state-of-the-art digital computer imaging at his practice in Boca Raton, Florida to demonstrate to patients what they can realistically expect from treatment. His surgical center has been accredited by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgical Facilities since 1995. Dr. Berman has patients in South Florida, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami. Call today to schedule a consultation or with any questions. We’d be happy to hear from you.

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