What Is the Appropriate Age for Under-Eye Fat Repositioning Surgery?

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The passage of time, which no one can stop,

is a process of life that everyone experiences.

It is therefore a natural phenomenon

and something that can be considered inevitable,

but deep down, it may still feel disappointing

and less than satisfying.

Simply growing older

may be something we can overlook and live with

because it is merely a change in numbers,

but physical changes visible to the eye

can be noticeable not only to ourselves

but also to others,

so they can inevitably become a greater concern.

Among these changes, reduced elasticity around the eyes

can appear especially noticeable.

The area under the eyes used to look flat,

with almost no wrinkles or sagging,

giving the face a bright and lively appearance.

But if your dark circles suddenly seem more prominent,

and the dullness of your complexion does not disappear

even after applying makeup carefully because of sagging,

it can become a source of concern.

That is why today, 아이니크 would like to discuss

this topic for those who feel self-conscious and worried

about these signs of aging under the eyes.

At approximately what age

is it advisable to undergo under-eye fat repositioning surgery?

The appropriate timing may vary from person to person.

In general, it may be considered when more pronounced aging begins,

elastin and collagen, which are important for maintaining skin elasticity,

decrease,

and the supporting strength of the orbital septum weakens,

causing the fat under the eyes to protrude overall.

Changes in skin thickness and sagging of the soft tissue

may also occur together,

making the shadows under the eyes more pronounced.

Of course, even at a relatively young age,

under-eye fat repositioning may be considered depending on the individual’s condition

if there is congenital protrusion of orbital fat

or if dark circles and sagging under the eyes are particularly noticeable.

Because this procedure involves the area around the eyes,

under-eye fat repositioning must be performed

with even greater delicacy and precision.

For this reason, 아이니크 performs the procedure

using an SAC-based method

that can provide stable correction

without damaging the normal existing structures

of the skin and tissues.

SAC is a thin, transparent, multilayered membrane.

After opening this membrane, the fat is divided into pieces

and spread evenly under the eyes.

As the protruding areas are improved

and the sunken areas are filled with volume,

you may expect a natural and smooth appearance under the eyes.

The device currently used by 아이니크

for under-eye fat repositioning surgery

is the “Encore Ultra Pulse” laser.

This laser is a device manufactured by Lumenis of the United States,

and its characteristic feature is that it can deliver precise treatment

to the areas requiring surgery.

In particular, it can deliver high-powered laser energy

even to narrow areas,

allowing the procedure to be performed

while reducing thermal damage.

The duration of the results

may vary from person to person,

so it cannot be specified precisely.

However, they are generally considered

to last for approximately 10 years after surgery.

Even after undergoing under-eye fat repositioning,

the treated area may appear to sag again

under the effects of aging over time.

As this is a natural phenomenon,

there is no need to be overly concerned.

In such cases, your condition can be assessed

and, if necessary, revision surgery may be considered.

Alternatively, correction may be performed

in combination with procedures such as lifting or laser treatment.

Today, 아이니크 explained

when under-eye fat repositioning surgery may be needed,

how it is performed,

and whether revision surgery is possible.

If you would like a consultation,

please contact us through the channels below.

Thank you.