There is a constant stream of people visiting plastic surgery clinics holding their parents' hands. This is because an increasing number of people want to give the gift of 'youth' through filial piety plastic surgery—rather than travel, clothes, cosmetics, or massage chairs—to their parents, who have spent their entire lives for their children.

Repositioning under-eye fat makes you look younger. Among cosmetic procedures chosen for the elderly, the most popular is "under-eye fat repositioning," a perennial concern for middle-aged and older adults. Because the skin around the eyes is thin and has little fat, it is the area of ​​the face where signs of aging appear the fastest. When the area under the eyes appears sunken and hollow, or when symptoms such as dark circles or bulging under-eye fat become prominent, it is easy to look tired or older. In such cases, under-eye fat repositioning surgery is suitable, as it evenly redistributes the fat to create a brighter, younger-looking impression. If you are concerned about aging in the under-eye area, under-eye fat repositioning is recommended over simple fat removal.

How to deal with bulging under-eye fat? When the orbital septum, which supports the fat under the eyes, weakens and protrudes forward, it causes a bulging phenomenon and forms an "under-eye groove." To improve this, rather than simply removing the fat, one must address the bulging under-eye fat, wrinkles, loss of elasticity, and hollowness through "Double Septum Reinforcement Under-Eye Fat Repositioning." This procedure involves tightening and fixing the orbital septum and internal fat while properly redistributing the fat.

What is lower eyelid fat repositioning surgery? Under-eye fat repositioning surgery is an anti-aging procedure that flattens the area under the eyes without skin incisions. A small opening is made in the conjunctiva on the inner side of the eyelid, and the surgery is performed through this opening. By repositioning bulging fat into the sunken grooves, the protruding areas recede, while the hollowed-out areas are filled with volume, resulting in a flattened overall appearance under the eyes. This can transform a tired and aged look into a bright and youthful one.

Under-eye fat repositioning can not only improve various under-eye issues but also offers a variety of surgical methods. Since individual characteristics—such as the amount and structure of under-eye fat, skin thickness, and degree of sagging—vary from person to person, a procedure tailored to the individual's condition—such as incision, partial incision, or laser repositioning—must be performed rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. Furthermore, because under-eye fat repositioning is a scarless procedure with a relatively quick recovery, swelling generally subsides by 70% within about two days, allowing patients to resume daily activities such as simple office work.

Under-eye fat repositioning is highly preferred due to its short procedure time and rapid recovery, but achieving good results is difficult without considering the underlying cause and the individual patient's skin condition. Since the skin around the eyes is particularly sensitive, the decision to proceed must be made after assessing structural factors, such as the surrounding muscle layers and cheekbones. As the treatment method may vary depending on the condition of the under-eye fat, it is advisable to receive an accurate diagnosis and detailed consultation regarding your desired eye condition at a clinic with highly skilled specialists. Furthermore, as all plastic surgeries carry the risk of side effects such as bleeding or inflammation depending on the patient's individual condition, it is essential to receive systematic guidance.

Written by Director Do Eon-rok (Plastic Surgeon)