Under-Eye Fat Removal + Micro Fat Grafting

* Basic Information

· Age group: Woman in her 30s

· Under-eye fat: Moderate to severe protrusion

· Skin condition: Minimal sagging, but reddish tone with noticeable blemishes

· Chief complaint: 'I look older than I really am and seem hollow under the eyes'

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* Consultation

· What most people call 'dark circles' is more precisely described as a 'tear trough deformity.'

· Since she is in her 30s with minimal skin laxity, skin excision is not necessary.

· By approaching through the conjunctiva (the red inner lining of the eye) — leaving no visible external scarring — fat removal and micro fat grafting can be performed together, which should also noticeably brighten the skin tone. :)

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* Treatment Plan

(Transconjunctival) Under-Eye Fat Removal

Micro Fat Grafting

* Post-Surgical Progress

· Not only has the fat protrusion been resolved, but the skin tone looks noticeably brighter as well. The results are truly satisfying! :)

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* Key Points

1. The skin under the eye is extremely thin, which allows blood vessels and pigmentation to show through easily, giving the area a dull or uneven appearance.

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2. Micro fat grafting under the eye is a considerably delicate procedure — one might call it a 'double-edged sword.' When precisely the right amount is injected, the outcome can be excellent, as seen in this case. However, even a slight excess can cause lumps or nodules beneath the skin. In fact, even board-certified plastic surgeons in my professional circle hold differing views on the merits of under-eye micro fat grafting.

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3. Fat repositioning is sometimes performed as an alternative, but in patients with relatively thin skin — such as in this case — the repositioned fat can occasionally feel like a lump under the surface, making careful patient selection essential.

Consultations and procedures should always be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!

Wishing you both health and beauty today. :)

Right Thinking, Right Plastic Surgery — Yu Young-moon

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Post-surgical complications and side effects — including bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry — may vary by individual and require careful attention.

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