Sometimes when addressing the signs of aging, we focus mostly on the upper third of the face. Crow’s feet, the 11s, worry lines, under-eye bags, and circles. Maybe it’s because they’re right there around the eyes themselves. But the lower third of the face, especially around the mouth, deserves equal attention.

Smiling, laughing, and the gradual decline of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid can all contribute to lines around the lips and mouth. BELOTERO BALANCE can be used to soften these changes and may also restore volume beneath the eyes in appropriate patients.

At Maehara Eye Surgery & Laser in Honolulu, Dr. Jeffrey Maehara brings extensive knowledge of the eyes and surrounding facial structures to cosmetic treatment planning. He is a fellowship-trained Anterior Segment-Glaucoma Specialist with experience in advanced ophthalmic and refractive procedures.

What Is BELOTERO BALANCE?

BELOTERO BALANCE is an injectable facial filler made with hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance that helps the skin retain moisture and volume.

It may be used to improve moderate-to-severe facial lines and folds, including wrinkles around the lips and mouth, as well as volume loss beneath the eyes in appropriate adults.

How Does BELOTERO Work?

As the body’s supply of collagen, hyaluronic acid, and elastin decreases, the skin becomes more prone to wrinkles, folds, and volume loss.

BELOTERO BALANCE is created using a proprietary Cohesive Polydensified Matrix process. Rather than simply pushing up a wrinkle, the smooth, flexible gel integrates with the skin and binds with water molecules to create subtle volume where it is injected.

BELOTERO Treatment Areas

At Maehara Eye Surgery & Laser, BELOTERO may be used to address several facial concerns, including:

  • Nasolabial folds, commonly called smile or laugh lines
  • Vertical lip lines above and below the lips
  • Downturned lines near the corners of the mouth
  • Chin wrinkles and creases
  • Under-eye hollows or tear troughs in appropriate patients

The treatment plan depends on facial anatomy, the depth of the lines or volume loss, and the patient’s cosmetic goals.

Can BELOTERO BALANCE Treat Under-Eye Hollows?

BELOTERO BALANCE can add volume to the infraorbital area, commonly called the under-eye hollow or tear trough, in adults over age 21.

Careful treatment may soften a hollow or sunken transition between the lower eyelid and cheek. Because not every under-eye concern is caused by volume loss, Dr. Jeffrey Maehara evaluates the skin, facial structure, and surrounding anatomy before recommending filler.

What To Expect During Treatment

BELOTERO BALANCE is injected into carefully selected areas based on the amount and location of correction needed. Treatment is generally performed in the office and does not require an extended recovery period.

Temporary effects may include:

  • Redness
  • Swelling
  • Tenderness
  • Bruising
  • Firmness near injection sites

Patients receive aftercare instructions based on the areas treated and their individual treatment plan.

Results Of BELOTERO BALANCE

Results may be visible shortly after treatment, although temporary swelling can initially affect the appearance of the treated area.

BELOTERO BALANCE is temporary, and longevity varies depending on factors such as:

  • Treatment location
  • Amount of filler used
  • Facial movement
  • Individual metabolism

Maintenance treatments may be recommended as the effects gradually fade.

Why Choose Maehara Eye Surgery & Laser For BELOTERO BALANCE?

Dr. Jeffrey Maehara combines detailed knowledge of facial and periocular anatomy with extensive medical training when evaluating patients for injectable treatment. He is a fellowship-trained Anterior Segment-Glaucoma Specialist and attended Tulane Medical School, where he studied under leading LASIK and refractive surgeons. His ophthalmology background gives him particular experience with the structures surrounding the eyes, which is especially relevant when evaluating concerns such as under-eye hollowing.

Treatment at Maehara Eye Surgery & Laser is planned around the patient’s individual facial anatomy and cosmetic goals. This personalized approach helps determine whether BELOTERO BALANCE is appropriate, which areas may benefit from treatment, and how much correction may provide a balanced, natural-looking result.

Schedule A BELOTERO BALANCE Consultation In Honolulu

BELOTERO BALANCE can soften facial lines and restore subtle volume in carefully selected areas of the face. A personalized evaluation can determine whether treatment is appropriate for concerns around the mouth, lips, chin, or under-eye area.

Call 808-995-3937 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Jeffrey Maehara at Maehara Eye Surgery & Laser in Honolulu, HI.