Under-eye filler vs. Botox is a question Dr. Anju Pabby answers in the mirror with you. She’s a board-certified dermatologist at DC Derm Docs with more than 15 years in general, surgical and cosmetic dermatology, and she’ll check whether your concern is a hollow, a line or puffiness before suggesting either one.
Which Under-Eye Changes Are Related to Movement, Volume, Skin Texture or Puffiness?
You’ll find out at your consultation. First, Dr. Pabby will ask you to smile, so the two of you can see whether lines fan out beside your eyes. Then, she’ll ask you to relax and look up while you hold a hand mirror.
Her Everyday Health profile lists her board certification from the American Board of Dermatology and her residency at Roger Williams Hospital.
Would Under-Eye Filler vs. Botox Be Appropriate for My Anatomy?
Often one or the other, and sometimes both. In fact, Dr. Pabby will tell you honestly when your concern is dark color in the skin itself, which our under-eye filler page notes filler won’t help. For lines that fan out when you smile, she may suggest Botox for crow’s feet instead.
The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery notes that the two are often combined, with filler for sunken areas and a neuromodulator for lines that come from movement.
What Limitations and Risks Apply Near the Eyes, and When Would Another Approach Make More Sense?
Keep in mind that after filler, you may see mild swelling or a small bruise for a couple of days. With Botox, you’ll start to notice softer crow’s feet within about a week. In the event puffiness bothers you most, she may suggest a different treatment altogether.
Frequently Asked Questions About Treating Under-Eye Aging
Can I Do Both in One Visit?
Ask Dr. Pabby at your consultation, and the two of you will decide which area to treat first.
How Long Will My Under-Eye Filler Result Last?
Most patients keep it for a year or longer, according to our under-eye filler page.
Does Under-Eye Filler Hurt?
You’ll mostly feel pressure, since she numbs the area before she begins.
What If My Dark Circles Come From Pigment?
Then she’ll tell you that filler won’t help and talk you through other options.
See DC’s Most Trusted Dermatologists
Your skin deserves board-certified expertise in both medical and cosmetic dermatology. DC Derm Docs brings together Dr. Marilyn Berzin and Dr. Anju Pabby, two leading dermatologists with a combined 50+ years of experience. Ask about our monthly specials.
Call DC Derm Docs at 202-822-9591 to book your appointment.
