The hollow eye is an empty eye at the level of the upper eyelid. It is to be distinguished from a round eye where the sclera (white part of the eyeball) is less covered by the eyelids. A hollow eye often gives the impression of a round eye, but these are two different conditions. Hollow eyes age the eyes and make them look tired. A young eye is a full eye!
Hollow eyes are characterised by a loss of volume in the upper eyelid. This unsightly appearance is often associated with dark circlesto a tired look and a thin skin around the eyes.
How can I get rid of hollow eyes? Hyaluronic acid injections are an effective and safe solution for correct sunken eyes. The eyes are rejuvenated and radiant.
Until a few years ago, it was only possible to treat this unsightly appearance through surgery: lipofilling of the upper eyelid.
Thanks to progress in the medical field, today the filling of hollow eyes without any serious consequences, by injection of hyaluronic acid into the upper eyelid
The procedure is carried out at the surgery in around fifteen minutes.
The hollowing of the eye is the result of a loss of fat and/or bone volume.
The hollowing of the upper eyelids can be caused by a number of factors.
To reduce the appearance of sunken eyes, you need to identify the factors responsible.
Often, this condition is due to a loss of volume which causes a hollow and tired appearance.
To remedy this, the non-surgical option available in aesthetic medicine is the injection of hyaluronic acid.
Hyaluronic acid injections are particularly effective because they restore lost volume and fill hollows naturally and harmoniously. This safe and meticulous procedure is used to restructure the orbital area and reduce the appearance of sunken eyes. The face looks more rested and rejuvenated.
There is no real way to prevent the appearance of sunken eyes. Skin care and lifestyle influence the hydration and luminosity of the skin in this area.
It is therefore advisable to :
The upper eyelid is filled by injection of hyaluronic acid in aesthetic medicine and by lipofilling of the upper eyelid in cosmetic surgery.
Dr Romano uses a non-hydrophilic hyaluronic acid, such as Restylane, which is injected with a cannula along the upper orbital rim.
The number of syringes used varies between one and three, beyond which the doctor recommends surgical lipofilling.
Filling must be gradual to allow the product to settle correctly.
Dr Romano often injects a single syringe (for both eyes) per session. The sessions should be spaced two months apart.
Given the technical difficulties involved, this injection is only carried out by a small number of practitioners.
The injection ofhyaluronic acid to correct sunken eyes is a quick and easy procedure.
During the initial consultation, Dr Romano analyses the patient's anatomy, discusses his or her expectations and explains the possible outcome.
In fact, the best and sometimes only solution for excessively large hollows is surgery.
Significant sagging of the skin on the upper eyelid may be more obvious after the injection. In these cases, Dr Romano will inform you and, in most cases, advise against the injection.
Hyaluronic acid is carefully injected into the upper orbital rim, against the bone and not into the upper eyelid, using a cannula. The cannula is a needle with a round tip.
Injection into the upper eyelid causes permanent swelling, ball formation and the Tyndall effect
The procedure generally takes about ten minutes and is not very painful.
After the procedure, patients are asked to avoid sun exposure and physical activity for the first 24 hours.
The safety of hyaluronic acid injections around the eyes is a major concern for patients and doctors alike.
This procedure, although minimally invasive, must be carried out by an experienced and qualified doctor to ensure optimal results and to avoid any risks.
In terms of results, a botched injection can cause :
For a safe injection, you need to consult an experienced practitioner who has :
Depending on the patient's needs and requirements, a comprehensive eye care programme is provided.
The result is not really immediate. The eyelids are swollen at the end of the session. This swelling increases to a greater or lesser extent in the days that follow.
The final result is obtained three weeks after the injection. The eyes look fresher and younger. The face appears more luminous.
Haematomas are rare.
Re-injections are carried out every two years, and only one syringe is needed, regardless of the quantity used for the first injection.
| Type of consultation | General rates |
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Hyaluronic acid
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CHF 900 per syringe |
The opinions of patients who have had hyaluronic acid injections to fill hollow eyes are mostly positive.
Many people express great satisfaction with the improvement in their appearance: their eyes are less tired and look younger.
Patients particularly appreciate :
Most patients feel little or no pain.
Patients are asked to avoid sun exposure, saunas and physical activity for 24 hours.
It is impossible to prevent age-related hollowing of the eyes. There are a number of things you can do to slow the ageing of the skin around your eyes. It is advisable to keep the skin around the eyes well hydrated by using specific moisturisers.
To combat premature skin ageing, it is advisable to protect the skin from the sun by wearing sunglasses and applying sunscreen.
Results can last between one and two years, depending on individual metabolism and the product used.
The only effective treatments are hyaluronic acid injections and lipofilling of the upper eyelid.
Hyaluronic acid injections effectively fill hollows. The results are temporary but long-lasting.
The services described on this site are applicable to Switzerland; there are differences between countries.
Contact details
Dr Valeria Romano
Pl. du Molard 5, 1204 Genève, Suisse
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 6pm
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