Bright Eyes

Created on 20th September 2011

Do you suffer from dark circles or eye bags? Dr Victoria Dobbie of Face & Body Cosmetic Clinic explains how a combination of Juvéderm and Botox can bring the sparkle back to your eyes

Traditional invasive eye lift surgery is not always the solution to refresh and revitalise the eye area as it is now possible to get rid of that ‘tired look’ in a simple thirty minute appointment. Dr Victoria Dobbie believes that a combination of fillers and Botox can produce striking results. “It has such a dramatic impact on the face without being a dramatic procedure.” The loss of volume under the eye area which comes as we age can leave the lower
lid defined, the skin below unken and grey. However, the impression of a good night’s sleep can be achieved in a short thirty minute appointment, giving an instant and dramatic improvement that can last up to 12 months.

Juvéderm Ultra is a hyaluronic acid dermal filler that mimics the hyaluronic acid naturally present in the skin. Juvéderm has been used in over a million treatments so it is proven to be very safe and long lasting.
Juvéderm Ultra is the gentle option as it contains an anaesthetic so you barely feel the treatment. It numbs as it is introduced gently and slowly
under the skin of the hollowed area, elevating and eliminating the hollow. The skin appears smooth, maintaining a natural look and movement is not affected.

There may be a little redness and puffiness immediately after your treatment that can covered with a dusting of mineral make-up. You could even return to work after treatment.

I believe in combining this with a Botox brow lift to give a fully rejuvenatedeye area. Micro injections of Botox into the muscles that pull the brow down and over the eye, allow relaxation. Less pull means less heaviness of the brow over the eye. The opposing muscle can then work
more effectively to pull the brow upwards and this treatment can elevate the brow up to 3mm. No anaesthetic is needed, you barely feel the Botox.

As Dr Victoria explains: “I find this treatment immensely satisfying, because clients love the results. My clients tell me they want to look fresher, well rested and great for their age. I find using a combination of
Juvéderm and Botox to treat the whole face allows me to maintain harmony for a natural look.”