Dark Circles under the lower eyelids are very troublesome, detract from appearance, and impart an aged look on people. In fact dark circles under the lower eyelids may be the most common concerns patients present with to an eyelid specialist (oculoplastics or ophthalmic plastic surgeon’s).
Why do dark circles under the eyes develop? Well, there are a variety of causes:
- First-prominent, puffy eyelid bags above can allow a shadow to be created which can impart a dark appearance below.
- Second-pigment cells in the skin (melanocytes) can be overly active causing darkening.
- Finally-the muscle under the thin eyelid skin and blood vessels in the same area often appear dark. When the skin is thin enough this darkness can become apparent.
Dr. Guy Massry, Beverly Hills Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery, is a blepharoplasty surgeon (eyelid surgery) expert, who has a particular interest in reducing dark circles around the eyes. The best treatment depends on the primary cause and this can be identified upon evaluation in the office. If eyelid dark circles concern you please contact Dr. Massry at his office (310) 657-4302, or through his web site.