{"id":3312,"date":"2026-07-25T11:58:29","date_gmt":"2026-07-25T09:58:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/dienst\/prp-for-the-eye-contour-and-tear-trough\/"},"modified":"2026-07-26T20:19:47","modified_gmt":"2026-07-26T18:19:47","slug":"prp-for-the-eye-contour-and-tear-trough","status":"publish","type":"dienst","link":"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/en\/dienst\/prp-for-the-eye-contour-and-tear-trough\/","title":{"rendered":"PRP for the eye contour and tear trough"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignfull are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-b81f3336 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover has-custom-content-position is-position-bottom-center\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--128-65);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--64-32);min-height:560px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-4238 size-full\" alt=\"Close-up van hals en decollet\u00e9 \u2014 PRP oogcontour bij dr. Julien Colle\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/huidverjonging-hals-en-decollete.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/huidverjonging-hals-en-decollete.png 2560w, https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/huidverjonging-hals-en-decollete-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/huidverjonging-hals-en-decollete-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/huidverjonging-hals-en-decollete-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/huidverjonging-hals-en-decollete-1536x1024.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/huidverjonging-hals-en-decollete-2048x1366.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient has-header-overlay-gradient-background\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e896cbe3 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PRP for the eye contour and tear trough<\/h1>\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default wp-block-paragraph\">The skin around the eye is the thinnest on the entire body and does not tolerate heavy products well. A treatment with your own platelets works on the quality of the skin itself, without adding volume. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--24-16)\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/agenda.mediris.be\/appointments?agenda=5a9f0a87-cb2f-460c-9e5d-f2eb27b69c94&amp;careprovider=e46d1dc1-89af-430c-b647-9b95d15ad5ba\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Make an appointment<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"wat-is-een-prp-behandeling-van-de-oogcontour\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a PRP treatment of the eye contour?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During this treatment, a concentrate of platelets is prepared from a small tube of your own blood, which is then introduced as very small micro-depots into or just under the thin skin of the lower eyelid. The goal is to support the quality, thickness, and texture of that skin. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The eye contour is a sensitive and anatomically delicate zone. The treatment is therefore performed with a fine needle or a blunt cannula, using limited volumes and with particular caution. <\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"hoe-werkt-het\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does it work?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The growth factors from the platelet concentrate stimulate the fibroblasts in the dermis to produce new collagen and support the formation of small blood vessels. With thin lower eyelid skin, the underlying tissue shows through, which is perceived as a dark circle. If that skin becomes thicker and firmer, that translucent effect diminishes.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The process is slow. It involves biostimulation: nothing is filled; a repair response is initiated. <\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"voor-wie-is-deze-behandeling-geschikt\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who is this treatment suitable for?<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>thin lower eyelid skin with dark discoloration caused by translucent tissue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>fine lines and a loss of texture around the eye<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a tired eye contour without pronounced fat protrusion or excess skin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>support of skin quality around the eye after an eyelid correction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The treatment is not suitable when the complaint consists of protruding fat or clearly redundant skin.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"hoe-verloopt-een-sessie\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens during a session?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The eye area is cleansed and an anesthetic cream is applied, which is left to work for some time. Subsequently, blood is drawn and centrifuged. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The concentrate is then introduced in very small quantities per point. Aspiration is performed and low pressure is used, as the periorbital zone contains blood vessels that require care. A session usually lasts half an hour to forty-five minutes.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bruising occurs more frequently in this zone than elsewhere and can remain visible for several days. Please take this into account when scheduling appointments. <\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"aantal-sessies-en-resultaat\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Number of sessions and results<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Typically, a series of approximately three sessions is planned, with four to six weeks in between, followed by maintenance. The change is subtle and builds up over months. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The result varies from person to person and depends partly on the cause of the dark circles. An obligation of means applies, rather than an obligation of result. <\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"wat-deze-behandeling-niet-doet\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What this treatment does not do<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It does not remove protruding fat and does not correct bags. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/en\/dienst\/lower-eyelid-surgery\/\">lower blepharoplasty<\/a> exists for that purpose. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It does not remove excess skin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It does not fill a true hollow in the tear trough. In cases of clear volume loss, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/en\/dienst\/biofiller-autologous-gel-from-your-own-blood\/\">biofiller<\/a> or lipofilling will be discussed. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dark circles caused by pigment or hereditary predisposition show a limited response.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"veiligheid-en-contra-indicaties\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safety and contraindications<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The same conditions apply as with other blood-based treatments: no treatment during pregnancy and breastfeeding, active infection or cold sore in the area, coagulation disorders or certain blood thinners, a severely reduced platelet count, active autoimmune disease, or cancer under active treatment. Please also report eye conditions and previous eyelid surgeries. <\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"nazorg\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Aftercare<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cool the zone gently during the first few hours, without pressure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No makeup for twenty-four hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sleep with the head slightly elevated for the first few nights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No sauna or intensive exercise for forty-eight hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Daily sun protection around the eye.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"combinatie-met-chirurgie-en-andere-behandelingen\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Combination with surgery and other treatments<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The treatment complements an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/en\/dienst\/eyelid-surgery\/\">eyelid correction<\/a> well: surgery restores the shape, while the regenerative treatment works on the quality of the surrounding skin. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/en\/dienst\/polynucleotides-for-skin-quality\/\">Polynucleotides<\/a> are also used in this zone. See further <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/en\/dienst\/facial-prp-treatment\/\">PRP of the face<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"veelgestelde-vragen\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will my dark circles disappear with this?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That depends on the cause. When discoloration occurs because underlying tissue shows through thin skin, firmer skin can soften the appearance. Circles caused by pigment or a hollow in the tear trough show a limited response.  <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is the treatment safe around the eye?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The eye contour is a risk zone and requires particular caution. The procedure is performed by the physician personally, using limited volumes, low pressure, and where possible, a blunt cannula. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will I get bruises?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bruising occurs more frequently in this zone than elsewhere and can remain visible for several days. Therefore, do not plan the treatment just before an important appointment. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does this replace an eyelid correction?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Protruding fat and excess skin are not corrected with this; a lower eyelid correction exists for those concerns. However, the treatments can complement each other.  <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How many sessions are needed?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually about three sessions with four to six weeks in between, followed by maintenance. The schedule is tailored to your skin and its response. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n<h2 id=\"lees-ook\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Read also<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/en\/dienst\/eye-bags-and-dark-circles\/\">Eye bags and dark circles<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group medische-disclaimer has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-top-style:solid;border-top-width:1px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--48-32);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--24-16)\">\n<p class=\"has-link-color has-small-font-size wp-elements-7496b57ae5c3750201a4e0182fa89cd5 wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p><p class=\"has-small-font-size\" style=\"opacity:.7\">This text is general in nature and does not replace personal medical advice. An obligation of means applies, not an obligation of results. What is possible in your situation is determined during a consultation and recorded in writing. Read the full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/en\/medical-disclaimer\/\">medical disclaimer<\/a>.   <\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is a PRP treatment of the eye contour? During this treatment, a concentrate of platelets is prepared from a small tube of your own blood, which is then introduced as very small micro-depots into or just under the thin skin of the lower eyelid. The goal is to support the quality, thickness, and texture [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"Eye contour with PRP: 3 steps | dr. Colle, specialist","rank_math_description":"PRP for the eye contour treats thin, dull skin around the eyes and the tear trough. Discover the process, limitations, and recovery with dr. Julien Colle. 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