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Several fillers are very useful around the eyes including hyaluronic acid, platelet rich plasma and fat. While effective and commonly used, this is considered "off label" use of these products.

I'm sorry to hear that. There are several options depending on the type of filler used. The first would be to give it a little more time and see if it continues to improve. The second and likely best option is to add more to even out the areas of concern. The last option if a hyaluronic acid filler was used (Juvederm, Restylane) would be to inject small amounts of hyaluronidase which is an enzyme that dissolves the filler.

From what you are asking I would suggest you start with a injectable filler. If you like the effect then go ahead with a cartilage graft after it wears off for a more permanent result.

Forehead lines including the "elevens" (glabellar region) will usually require between 30 and 40 units. While prices vary around the country expect $12-$15.00 per unit for a physician injector.

Every patient has different levels of tolerance for injections of Juvederm. Some patients require no numbing agents or anesthesia at all. For others there are many ways to avoid pain with numbing creams, nerve blocks or local anesthetic mixed with the filler. A consultation with a board certified surgeon will help you determine what’s the best alternatives for you.

Botox is a remarkable drug the results are dramatic and reliable. Botox allergy is almost
unheard of and so testing is not necessary. Be sure to use a reputable board certified physician injector who uses U.S. supplied Allergan Botox for safest results.

Uneven lumps or bumps and rarely skin necrosis.

Yes and it will last you for 4-6 months.

Yes you could, but I would hold off if you are certain that you are going to get it adjusted at a year. I don't like to introduce any extra variable that might contribute to over or under correction at the time of revision.

The best choice for you is to start with a hyaluronic acid filler like Juvederm or Restylane. It's easily done in the office with no downtime. You can start with small amounts of augmentation and then increase it over a few weeks if you want to add more and best of all you burn no bridges, if you don't like it, it will be gone in 6 months.