Lower Eyelid Fat Repositioning: Not Only a Youthful Effect but Also a Brighter Appearance!

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My dark circles and puffy under-eye area become even more noticeable in the bright sunlight 😨

Among the many causes of dark circles are exposed blood vessels due to under-eye fat or thin skin, as well as unhealthy lifestyle habits.

When the fat under the eyes becomes prominent, impaired blood flow in the orbicularis oculi muscle can result in increased dark-red venous blood flow, making dark circles more pronounced.

The aging process cannot be stopped, and once wrinkles and protruding fat develop, they are difficult to improve naturally.

You may also have found it difficult to achieve improvement through various types of home care, such as skincare products and dietary changes ㅠㅠ

When aging causes puffy fat pockets and tear troughs under the eyes, the face can look tired and older, making prompt improvement desirable. Today, we would like to introduce a type of eye surgery that may help create a brighter eye area and improve wrinkles around the eyes :D

If you have prominent under-eye fat and severe dark circles, you may be a suitable candidate for the lower eyelid fat repositioning procedure mentioned above.

Please pay close attention to today’s post ^_^

What Is Lower Eyelid Fat Repositioning?

Lower eyelid fat repositioning is a surgical method intended to improve the condition in which the septum surrounding the fat under the eyes weakens with age, causing the lower eyelid area to sag or the fat to protrude.

It is an eye surgery that can brighten the wrinkled, dark-looking under-eye area and improve a tired appearance, creating a more youthful image.

However, because this surgery is performed in an area under the eyes where blood vessels and nerves pass, it is important to undergo the procedure at a hospital equipped with advanced medical devices and staffed by an experienced medical professional.

Under-eye fat is usually caused by a loss of elasticity associated with aging, but it can also appear regardless of age. In fact, there are more patients in their 20s and 30s.

Because the procedure can improve elasticity around the eyes and fine wrinkles, it may create a brighter, clearer impression along with a more youthful appearance. It is therefore one of the commonly performed procedures among people of various ages and genders.

DM Plastic Surgery’s Expertise in Lower Eyelid Fat Repositioning

Lower eyelid fat repositioning improves dark circles by appropriately repositioning the under-eye fat toward the tear trough area.

By securing the orbital septum at the same time, a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive clinical experience can help reduce the likelihood of recurrence.

If you are worried that the lower-eye fullness, an important element of a youthful-looking eye area that becomes more noticeable when smiling, might disappear as a result of surgery, there is no need to worry because under-eye fat and lower-eye fullness are anatomically different areas.

Under-eye fat is tissue that protrudes below the eyes. DM Plastic Surgery’s lower eyelid fat repositioning procedure preserves your existing lower-eye fullness. In fact, it may appear more defined after surgery, allowing the eye area to look more natural and attractive.

Visible scarring from the procedure is minimal, and from the day after treatment, you can wash your face—except for the area beneath the eyes—and quickly return to your daily activities.

Some swelling and a sensation of something being present may occur, but these symptoms should not interfere significantly with daily life. Nevertheless, we recommend taking about one day to rest.

How Is Lower Eyelid Fat Repositioning Performed?

The procedure is performed after establishing a customized plan through a thorough consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon who has extensive clinical experience in various cases.

A small incision is made beneath the conjunctiva, unnecessary fat is removed, and the orbital septum is tightened and secured to the periosteum for reinforcement. The incision is then closed with sutures.

This surgery may provide effects such as a more youthful-looking eye area, a smoother under-eye contour, improvement in under-eye and eye-area wrinkles, improvement in hollowness beneath the eyes, and improvement in dull, dark circles.

To achieve clear improvement and a satisfactory result, the procedure should be planned after a thorough consultation.

What Is Septum Reinforcement?

As mentioned earlier in the description of the procedure, the orbital septum is pulled and secured to the periosteum.

This is because repositioning the under-eye fat alone may result in a shorter-lasting effect or a higher likelihood of recurrence.

Securing the septum firmly to the periosteum can help extend the duration of the result and minimize potential complications. This is one reason the procedure receives many positive reviews and is part of DM Plastic Surgery’s expertise.

DM Plastic Surgery Lower Eyelid Fat Repositioning Before & After

[Actual DM Plastic Surgery lower eyelid fat repositioning surgery case]

A patient who was concerned about a dull-looking appearance caused by dark circles and a puffy under-eye area visited our clinic.

These photos were taken one week after the patient’s lower eyelid fat repositioning surgery.

After establishing a customized plan through thorough communication with the specialist, the surgery was performed. Once the previously tired-looking, dull eye area improved, the patient achieved a brighter and more youthful appearance.

※The degree of swelling and recovery may vary from person to person, so please keep this in mind.※

Who Is Lower Eyelid Fat Repositioning Suitable For?

DM Plastic Surgery recommends lower eyelid fat repositioning for people who:

• Have excessively protruding fat under the eyes

• Were dissatisfied with a previous procedure

• Have fat loss, hyperpigmentation, or dark circles

• Want to achieve a more youthful appearance

• Are concerned because the area beneath the eyes appears translucent

• Need improved under-eye wrinkles and elasticity

A customized plan is established through thorough communication between the doctor and patient, and a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive clinical experience performs customized 1:1 surgery.

Chief Director of DM Plastic Surgery’s Eye & Nose Surgery Center

To achieve a satisfactory result, surgery should be performed after consulting with experienced medical professionals who have extensive surgical experience across a wide range of cases.

If you are currently considering lower eyelid fat repositioning, we recommend visiting our clinic and having a thorough consultation with an eye surgery specialist.

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Improve your appearance with bright, youthful-looking eyes through DM Plastic Surgery’s lower eyelid fat repositioning, as reflected in the many patient reviews!

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