What is the best method to restore the contours of sunken eyes?

• A. Apply makeup
• B. Inject tissue builder directly into the eyeball
• C. Use a compress
• D. Use eye caps

Answer: (B)

Injecting tissue builder directly into the eyeball is not considered safe or practical for restoring sunken eyes. Instead, the correct approach involves using eye caps. Eye caps are designed to be placed underneath the eyelids to help support and restore the natural contour of the eye area. They provide a physical structure that can maintain the shape of the eyelid despite the natural collapse that can occur postmortem.

When using eye caps, the undertaker can create a more lifelike appearance by filling out the contours of the eyes, which is especially important for maintaining the overall aesthetics of the deceased. Additionally, eye caps can be used in conjunction with cosmetic procedures, such as applying makeup, to enhance the appearance of the eyes further.

The other methods, while they may have their contexts in embalming practice, do not specifically address the issue of sunken eyes as effectively as eye caps do. For instance, makeup can improve the appearance of the skin, but it does not provide the structural support needed to restore the contour. Similarly, compresses may help temporarily but do not offer a long-term solution for the contour issue.