Our approach to tear trough fillers
To achieve a genuine, sustainable and medically safe result in this sensitive area, the demands placed on materials and technology are extremely high.
Tear troughs treated with fillers (hyaluronic acid)
We use only specific, hydrating fillers that are designed specifically for the delicate skin under the eyes, to avoid unnatural swelling.
PRF tear trough
As a natural alternative (or complement), we offer injections of the patient’s own blood plasma (PRF tear trough / Platelet-Rich Fibrin). This stimulates the skin’s own collagen production and improves skin quality over time.
Gentle technology and medical precision
The tear trough is one of the most complex areas of the face. Our injection specialists use only blunt cannulas (microcannulas) when administering fillers to the tear trough. Through a single microscopic entry point on the cheek, the cannula is gently guided upwards beneath the eye. A deep and precise approach is absolutely crucial to avoid bleeding, ensure that the filler is placed under the muscle (and not superficially in the skin), and to guarantee a safe and even result.
A clinic full of expertise
Administering injections near the eye requires an extremely in-depth understanding of vascular anatomy and the lymphatic system. At The Faculty, your medical safety is always our top priority. Our practice is characterised by clinical expertise, sterile environments and an open, honest dialogue about what is medically possible. You can feel completely safe when undergoing treatment with us.
Price for tear trough treatment and under-eye fillers
Your exact price (price for tear troughs / price for under-eye fillers) will be determined during your consultation. The price always includes the specific premium filler required for this particular area.
Price of tear trough filler (1 ml)
4 500
PRF Tear Trough
3 500
Consultation
0
Pre-treatment consultation
The first step is a consultation with one of our injection specialists. You can choose whether to book a virtual appointment or meet us in person at the clinic. During the appointment, you will receive medical information about risks, current waiting times, and which techniques and volumes are best suited to you. You will receive a specific treatment proposal based on your facial anatomy.
After the consultation, you have a statutory cooling-off period of at least 48 hours (which applies to aesthetic injection treatments) to allow you to decide in your own time whether you wish to give your consent.
Tear trough treatment
Step by step
To ensure you feel completely at ease and know exactly what to expect, we have a strict and safe procedure in place for our injection treatments.
Consultation
Medical assessment and choice of method
Your practitioner will carry out a very thorough clinical assessment of your bone structure, skin elasticity and the lymphatic system beneath the eye. We will determine whether the hollows are due to bone structure or pigmentation, and go through your health declaration.
Preparations
Preparations for safe treatment
We will check that you have not taken any blood-thinning medication in the last few days. The area will then be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.
The treatment
Safe care at the clinic
We use a blunt-tipped needle to minimise risks. A small puncture is made in the cheek, and the needle is inserted deeply towards the bony ridge beneath the eye. The specific hyaluronic acid is injected in microscopic doses. The treatment takes around 30 minutes.
After treatment
Awakening and initial rest
The practitioner will assess the results. You will be asked to look in a mirror, and we will go through the upcoming healing process with you.
Recovery & healing
Self-care and convalescence guidelines
Avoid touching the area and do not wear any make-up for 12 hours. Refrain from any strenuous exercise, saunas and exposure to extreme cold for the first 48 hours to minimise the risk of swelling. It is advisable to sleep with your head elevated.
Monitoring & results
Medical check-up and final assessment
After 14 days, the filler has fully integrated. We always carefully assess toe-valley treatments during any follow-up appointment to ensure perfect tissue integration.
Our specialists in injections
At The Faculty, all injection treatments are carried out exclusively by qualified doctors and qualified injection nurses. The tear trough is an anatomically very challenging area to treat. Our specialists possess in-depth knowledge of the vascular and lymphatic systems of the mid-face, which is absolutely crucial for selecting the right patient, the right depth and the right amount of product to ensure your medical safety.
Who can undergo the treatment?
To undergo an injection treatment, you must be over 18 years of age. The ideal candidate for this treatment has a distinct anatomical hollow beneath the eye. If your dark circles are caused solely by superficial pigmentation, or if you have large ‘pads’ of fat and loose skin under the eyes with a tendency to retain fluid (malar oedema), fillers are not suitable as they may exacerbate the swelling. In these cases, our specialists recommend surgery or skin rejuvenation treatments instead.
Our clinics
The Faculty combines medical safety with a welcoming environment. Our state-of-the-art clinic at Hangövägen 20 is one of the few plastic surgery clinics in Sweden that is built to proper hospital standards. For skin care and injection treatments, you are welcome to visit our walk-in clinic at Humlegårdsgatan 14 in central Stockholm. All operations are based on medical expertise and proven experience to offer a safe process from the first visit to the last follow-up.
Payment guarantee and insurance
Your safety is our priority. Your price includes a consultation (upon completion of treatment) and a follow-up appointment. As a healthcare provider registered with IVO, you are covered by patient insurance. We work exclusively with the market’s most well-documented, CE-marked and FDA-approved hyaluronic acids.
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Frequently asked questions about fillers
Here we have compiled some frequently asked questions about under-eye fillers
How long do tear troughs last?
The area under the eyes has very little muscle movement and low blood flow compared to the lips. This means that the body breaks down the hyaluronic acid very slowly. The results generally last between 12 and 18 months, and for many patients, the results last for up to several years.
Do fillers help with dark circles under the eyes?
It depends entirely on the cause. If your dark circles are caused by a structural hollow that casts a shadow, a filler will brighten the area (under-eye fillers for dark circles). If the darkness is due to genetic pigmentation in the skin or superficial blood vessels, a filler will not change the skin’s colour.
What causes a failed tear trough procedure?
We are sometimes asked about cases that have been highlighted in the media and on social media. When complications such as lumps (tear trough complications) or swelling persist for a long time, this is usually because the wrong type of filler has been used, too much volume has been injected, or the product has been placed too superficially over the muscle.
What is the PRF tear trough before and after treatment?
PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin) is a completely natural alternative in which we use growth factors from your own blood to stimulate collagen production. The result does not provide immediate volume like a hyaluronic acid filler, but gradually improves the skin’s structure, thickness and elasticity over a couple of months.
Can under-eye bags be treated with fillers (fillers for under-eye bags)?
If you have pronounced fat pads ("bags") under your eyes, fillers are rarely the solution, as they can add more volume to an area that is already swollen. Sometimes, however, a skilled practitioner can conceal a very small bag by injecting filler into the transition area towards the cheek, but plastic surgery (lower eyelid surgery) is often required for a genuine result.
What is the Tyndall effect (Tyndall effect tear trough)?
The Tyndall effect occurs when a hyaluronic acid filler has been injected too superficially into the thin skin under the eye. The light is then reflected in the gel, giving the skin a bluish or greyish tinge. This can be easily and safely corrected by dissolving the filler with Hyalase.
Does a Tårdal treatment hurt?
Many patients feel anxious about treatment near the eye, but the fact is that the procedure is often virtually painless. We use a blunt cannula, which means only a small, superficial prick on the cheek (where the anaesthetic is injected). The cannula then glides gently under the skin without causing any pain.
