A Complete Guide to Eyelid Fat Grafting: Retention Period and Side Effects

Fat grafting to the upper eyelids for a woman in her 40s

1.2cc Before & After

In the case of a female patient in her 40s, age-related loss of orbital fat and sagging of the upper eyelid skin appeared together, making the eyes look sunken and tired. Rather than simple skin excision, we determined that replenishing the lost volume through autologous fat grafting would be more appropriate. Upper eyelid fat grafting is not just about adding volume; it is a process of readjusting the anatomical structure around the eye socket. Especially in patients over 40, reduced skin elasticity is often accompanied by atrophy of the orbicularis oculi muscle, so precise injection volume and selection of the injection layer become key points in the surgical outcome.

Procedure

• Injection amount: 1.2cc of fat

• Fat used: fresh fat harvested from the abdomen

• Injection method: distributed in small amounts across multiple layers so the fat can settle evenly

Before

• The upper eyelids were sunken, making the patient look tired all the time

• The hollowing of the eye area gave a sleepy impression

After (1 week later)

• The overall impression became much softer

• Only natural volume was added to the eye area

• Swelling and bruising were mostly gone within about a week

Upper eyelid fat grafting is not simply a procedure to add volume; it is a process of restoring balance to eyes that have lost their shape due to hollowing. Especially after the age of 40, decreased skin elasticity also becomes a factor, so carefully adjusting the amount and position of injection is central to the result. If you want to change the impression of your eyes, fat grafting aimed at restoring a natural eye shape rather than simple correction can be very helpful.

When eye-opening correction surgery and fat grafting are performed together, it can improve not only volume but also the strength of eye opening, creating a clearer and more defined impression. Grace Plastic Surgery is a place that professionally handles these complex cases. Upper eyelid fat grafting is not just about filling in sunken areas; it is a process of restoring balance to the eye shape. You should consult a clinic with extensive experience in orbital fat grafting to achieve satisfying results.

Upper eyelid fat grafting is also commonly called “eye-hole fat grafting,” and it is a method of filling in hollow eyelids to create a younger-looking impression. Especially after the age of 40, hollowing of the upper eyelids can make the eyes look deep-set and tired, and in such cases, adding volume through fat grafting can naturally create a more youthful effect. However, the retention period and graft survival rate of fat grafting are important. In general, the fat that survives is maintained semi-permanently, but this can vary depending on the individual’s skin condition and recovery ability. In some cases, the amount of fat may decrease over time, so a second upper eyelid fat grafting procedure may be needed for reinforcement.

There are several ways to improve hollowing of the upper eyelids, but because this is a thin and sensitive area, the choice of procedure must be made carefully. The commonly chosen eye-hole filler is convenient and offers a quick recovery, but many people worry about its shorter duration or unpredictable side effects. At Grace Plastic Surgery, the approach is not simply to fill in fat; instead, the patient’s eye socket and hollowed areas are analyzed in detail. Through this process, only pure fat with impurities removed is selected, and the necessary amount is injected in a balanced way to pursue natural and stable results. If you want a change that is noticeable but not excessive, a one-on-one customized consultation with a specialist is important. Upper eyelid fat grafting performed safely at a clinic with accumulated experience and know-how can become the most reasonable choice that goes beyond a simple cosmetic procedure and lasts for a long time.

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