Sunken Eyes: Severe
Before & After Gallery

Procedure: Correction of Severe Lower Lid Aging with Fat Pad Herniation

Provider: Monica Bonakdar, MD

Patient Information: 75 Year Old Female

Dr. Bonakdar Explains: This patient suffers from severe volume loss in the lower lid. Because of this volume loss, the lower lid fat pad position has shifted downward and outward causing herniation of the fat pad. This combination of aging changes makes the patient look old and tired. I disguised this volume loss and fat pad herniation by precisely placing filler in the lower lid area. This patient is instantly transformed into a younger more vibrant version of herself, and this is avoiding surgical correction. She couldn’t be happier.

Case Number: 00353

Procedure: Correction of Severe Lower Lid Aging

Provider: Monica Bonakdar, MD

Patient Information: 67 Year Old Female

Dr. Bonakdar Explains: This lovely patient, new to cosmetic dermatology, saw me for her facial aging which had started bothering her recently. She has severe soft tissue and bone loss. She is an ideal candidate for Dr. Bonakdar’s full face filler treatment or AmpliPhi Filler Treatment. It may look like she still has lower lid hollows. However, the shadow seen is from hyperpigmentation and not from volume deficit. She is smitten with her lower lid filler results and plans to come in for skin resurfacing.

Case Number: 00354

Procedure: Correction of Severe Lower Lid Aging and Severe Fat Pad Herniation

Provider: Monica Bonakdar, MD

Patient Information: 68 Year Old Female

Dr. Bonakdar Explains: This patient chose to seek help for her aging midface and eyes because she did not want to have surgery or prolonged downtime. She was looking for a non-invasive solution. I injected filler in the deep crease below the herniated fat pad of the lower lid disguising the fat pad. The results of this midface rejuvenation are immediate and often without bruising and downtime. This patient loves her new look.

Case Number: 00355

Procedure: Correction of Severe Lower Lid Aging

Provider: Monica Bonakdar, MD

Patient Information: 66 Year Old Female

Dr. Bonakdar Explains: It takes the brain one thirteenth of a second to judge a face. This is before your eyes have registered seeing a face! Along with the soft tissue and bony changes that contribute to this patient's overall appearance, her skin health is also a major part of what the eye perceives. Enjoying Southern California sun wreaks havoc with the health of the skin. This patient’s filler correction of the lower lid aging makes her look younger and awake. To further enhance her results, I recommend a CO2 Laser Resurfacing to get rid of the deep hyperpigmented spots and the crepe skin around the eyes and mouth area.

Case Number: 00356

Procedure: Correction of Severe Lower Lid Aging and Moderate Fat Pad Herniation

Provider: Monica Bonakdar, MD

Patient Information: 69 Year Old Female

Dr. Bonakdar Explains: When we are young, the fat pads of the lower lid are supported and anchored in position by the bony and soft tissue volume. This patient’s lower lid area suffers from a combination of moderate bony and soft tissue loss as well as moderate fat pad herniation. These changes make her look old and tired. I disguised the fat pad herniation and volume loss by precise placement of fillers. This patient is instantly transformed into a younger more vibrant version of herself giving her a boost of self-confidence.

Case Number: 00357

Procedure: Correction of Severe Lower Lid Aging

Provider: Monica Bonakdar, MD

Patient Information: 36 Year Old Female

Dr. Bonakdar Explains: "I am tired of people asking me if I am tired!" was what this patient told me when she came in for a comprehensive consultation to explore if there are any non-invasive options for her problem. She was delighted to learn that in one short office visit, her tired eyes could be corrected with a filler treatment. She walked out of her appointment looking awake and with a renewed boost of self-confidence.

Case Number: 00358

Procedure: Correction of Severe Lower Lid Aging

Provider: Monica Bonakdar, MD

Patient Information: 65 Year Old Female

Dr. Bonakdar Explains: Many professional men and women in Orange County confide in me about the younger counterparts in their industry against whom they are competing. It is important to these capable professionals to minimize their aging and to look like capable ageless individuals than on their way out has been. In such a visual world, outward image does parallel career success. This lovely patient asked me what she should do to stay competitive in the work force. I suggested correction of her mid face volume loss transforming her into a more awake, alert, and capable version of herself.

Case Number: 00359

Procedure: Correction of Severe Lower Lid Aging and Severe Fat Pad Herniation

Provider: Monica Bonakdar, MD

Patient Information: 65 Year Old Female

Dr. Bonakdar Explains: Not all facial parts age at the same rate. This patient’s eyes have aged more than the rest of her face showing severe bone and soft tissue loss along with fat pad herniation. This patient was not ready for a full correction and requested for her treatment to be done in stages. I was able to correct this patient’s lower lid hollows through a filler treatment.

Case Number: 00360