​BAGS UNDER EYES

More Than Just a Hollow 

The tear trough is one of the most misunderstood areas on the face. Most treatments aim to “fill the dent” — but Dr. Valaie understands that the issue is deeper. The under-eye loses structural support over time. Bone recedes. Ligaments weaken. And skin begins to show excess without the tension that once held it smooth. 

That’s why Dr. Valaie treats the tear trough as a framework issue, not a surface flaw. His technique restores bone-like tension, mimics youthful contours, and lifts the area in a way that looks natural — but distinctly better. 

Who Tear Trough Filler Is For 

• Patients with dark under-eye circles 

• Under eye hollows or deep tear troughs 

• Puffiness caused by lost midface support 

• Volume loss or thinning skin 

• Flattened cheeks affecting the under eye 

• Post-surgical or overfilled tear troughs in need of correction 

Whether you’re new to under eye filler or correcting years of poor treatment, Dr. Valaie designs every case as its own project — starting with full-face balance. 

What It Can Do 

• Smooth under eye hollows 

• Brighten dark circles by improving light reflection 

• Reduce the appearance of bags by correcting cheek support 

• Sharpen the transition from cheek to eye 

• Refresh the face without touching other features 

• Correct asymmetry, puffiness, or old filler damage 

These are not subtle results. In most cases, the shift is visible immediately and continues to improve over 1–2 weeks as filler integrates and swelling resolves. 

Technique and Product Selection

Dr. Valaie uses advanced hydrosubcision to release tethered bands under the eye. This method is safer, cleaner, and more precise than mechanical subcision, allowing for smoother integration and better healing. 

He then uses soft hyaluronic acid fillers like Restylane or Teosyal Redensity II — products known for their smooth flow and minimal water retention — and places them along the orbital rim with surgical-level control. 

Filler is never placed too close to the surface. It’s layered to support structure, not fill space. That’s what creates natural lift — not puffiness. 

Cheek Support and Tear Trough Lift 

Many patients benefit from cheek filler in combination with tear trough correction. The reason is simple: when the cheek descends, it leaves the under eye unsupported — which makes shadows deeper and bags more prominent. 

By adding structure beneath the eye, the cheek is lifted, skin tension improves, and the tear trough looks dramatically smoother. This is why Dr. Valaie always evaluates cheek volume, orbital rim tension, and facial slope before treating the under eye. 

When cheeks and tear troughs are done together, the result is often stunning. 

Numbing, Pain, and Comfort

Dr. Valaie does not rely on topical numbing creams. Instead, he uses targeted internal numbing that removes pain and reduces distortion — so your filler is placed precisely where it needs to be. 

The treatment is quick, typically 30–40 minutes, and most patients report minimal discomfort. Swelling is typically light and subsides in a few days. Bruising is uncommon with his method but always possible. 

You’ll be asked to avoid pressing, heat, exercise, and certain skincare products for 3 days post-treatment. 

Follow-Up and Guarantee 

Every patient sends a photo the day after treatment so Dr. Valaie can review healing. At the 2-week mark, a series of photos is sent from different angles to evaluate the result. If improvement is not clearly visible or if any refinement is needed — he handles it personally. 

His standard is high. If it’s not right, it’s not done. 

This is why patients across Orange County trust him with one of the most delicate areas of the face. 

Longevity

Tear trough filler results typically last 12–18 months, though some patients enjoy benefits even longer due to collagen stimulation and structural reset. Once the area is corrected and supported, repeat treatments are often less frequent and require far less product. 

The key to longevity isn’t the filler — it’s the way it’s done. 

What Patients Say 

• “I finally look rested.” 

• “My eyes look brighter — but nothing looks filled.” 

• “I stopped wearing concealer for the first time in years.” 

• “This changed how I feel about photos.” 

Patients describe the result as refreshed, not “done.” That’s because the technique focuses on lifting light, not swelling skin. 

The Result

Under eyes that are cleaner, lighter, and lifted. A face that looks fresher, younger, more rested — without looking treated. 

For patients seeking tear trough filler, under eye filler for dark circles, or correction for sunken eyes — this is where real transformation begins. 

And in the hands of Dr. Valaie, it’s done with control, mastery, and design.