Gangnam Lower Blepharoplasty: 3 Important Precautions You Must Know Before Visiting the Clinic - PIAF Clinic

Hello.

PIAF Clinic

I’m Jinyoung Lim, the chief director.

“The skin under my eyes has sagged,

and my dark circles have gotten really severe..”

“I always look tired, and I was stressed because

I looked older than my friends..”

You may have been looking into

Gangnam lower blepharoplasty because of concerns like these.

But since this is a decision that involves

lying on an operating table,

there are 3 important precautions

you should know before visiting the clinic.

I’ve seen many people come in without

really knowing these things.

So I took the time to write down

the 3 things you should know.

At the end, I’ve also summarized a simple tip

for choosing a clinic,

so I hope you read to the end

and find it helpful.

Gangnam lower blepharoplasty is not simply

‘removing fat’

Lower blepharoplasty is not just about removing

protruding fat under the eyes.

It is a ‘complex procedure’ that also requires

repositioning the fat and addressing the skin and muscles.

Why is that?

As we age, all tissues in the body

begin to age together.

That means the skin, fat, and muscles

all age together.

First, let’s look at the fat.

Around our eyes, there is a fat layer called

‘orbital fat.’

It surrounds the eyes like a cushion,

and it helps protect the eyes

from external impact.

This orbital fat is held in place by

the ‘orbital septum.’

In simple terms, the orbital septum is what

keeps the orbital fat from protruding.

But aging weakens the strength

of the orbital septum.

As a result, the membrane that was holding

the fat in place loosens, and the fat protrudes outward.

This causes the skin under the eyes

to bulge outward.

The same applies to the skin and muscles.

As we age, the skin stretches and sags,

and the muscles also lose strength and droop downward.

The reason the skin under the eyes sags

and makes you look older is due to these combined factors.

In other words, simply removing the ‘fat’

alone makes it difficult to achieve

the results you expect.

Therefore, the protruding fat must be

repositioned into the sunken area,

and the ‘orbital septum’ must be firmly secured.

The excess stretched skin needs to be partially removed,

and the muscles need to be reinforced.

That is what lower blepharoplasty is.

The key point is this.

Gangnam lower blepharoplasty is not just

about removing fat;

it is a complex procedure that also requires

addressing the skin and muscles.

There must be a design to prevent ectropion. Gangnam lower blepharoplasty: 3 important precautions you must know before visiting the clinic

One of the most common side effects of lower blepharoplasty

is ectropion.

It refers to a condition in which the eyelid

turns outward.

In simple terms, the lower part of the eye

rolls outward and protrudes.

This can cause a chronic feeling of eye irritation and dryness.

Why does this side effect happen?

It can happen because too much skin was removed,

or because the lower eyelid muscle (orbicularis oculi)

has sagged downward.

That is why it is important to remove the excess

skin under the eyes conservatively,

and suturing to support the sagging muscle

is also necessary.

In addition, reinforcement procedures such as

canthopexy should also be considered.

You may have felt frustrated by the

complex medical explanation.

The key is that to prevent side effects such as

ectropion, structural planning is important.

Incision vs. no-incision?

What are the selection criteria?

Gangnam lower blepharoplasty can be divided into

incision and no-incision methods.

Usually, if the skin under the eyes is significantly sagging,

the incision method is chosen.

This is a method in which the area under the eye is

directly incised to perform procedures such as fat repositioning.

On the other hand, if the sagging is not severe

and elasticity remains,

a no-incision procedure through the conjunctiva is possible.

Surgery through the conjunctiva has the advantage

that no visible scar remains on the outside,

but because the field of view is narrower,

it is considered a more difficult technique.

That is why it is important to have it performed

by experienced medical staff.

Of course, it cannot be stated simply that

‘incision is better’ or ‘no-incision is better.’

The needed method differs depending on your skin elasticity,

fat, and muscle condition.

Therefore, only after a detailed examination

can it be determined which option is more suitable.

Tip for choosing a clinic?

Don’t fall for ‘this trap’

So far, I’ve told you the 3 things

you must know before visiting a clinic.

As a review, here’s a summary.

First, lower blepharoplasty is not a surgery

that simply removes ‘fat.’

Second, structural planning is necessary

to prevent side effects such as ectropion.

Third, depending on the individual,

an incision or no-incision method may be chosen.

Now I’d like to briefly share some tips

for choosing a clinic.

Many people fall into traps like these.

A place with many reviews,

a place close to home,

a place with a discounted event price...

These are the criteria people use

to choose a clinic.

These are certainly pieces of information

that can be 참고ed.

But as a practicing doctor,

I would recommend not judging based only on online information,

and instead visiting the clinic in person

for a detailed examination.

I’d especially recommend visiting at least 3 places.

That is because, by going around and comparing,

you can avoid places that operate with a ‘factory-style system.’

In other words, it means you can find a clinic

that offers a personalized solution for you.

This may not feel very concrete right now

and may sound a bit vague.

However, please keep my advice in mind

and visit at least 3 clinics for consultations.

The more effort you put into looking around,

the more you can prevent regrets after surgery.

I’m going to wrap things up here.

I hope today’s information was very helpful

to those looking into Gangnam lower blepharoplasty.

This has been Jinyoung Lim,

Chief Director of PIAF Clinic.

Thank you for reading this long post.

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