Under-eye Fat Repositioning
Under-eye fat is not something to just remove
We reposition protruding orbital fat into the hollowed under-eye and tear trough.
If insufficient, we combine fat grafting to create a smooth transition.
YOUR CONCERN
If you've hesitated, worried removal would hollow it
- My under-eyes bulge and protrude
- My under-eyes are hollow and the tear trough is deep
- I'm worried removing only fat will hollow it more
- There's a step from the under-eye to the mid-cheek
DIAGNOSIS
We distinguish protrusion from hollowing first
Even the same under-eye concern differs by type — protrusion, hollowing, combined, lacking mid-cheek support, or accompanied by dark circles. Distinguishing the type determines whether removal or repositioning is right.
Protrusion type
A type where orbital fat pushes forward and looks bulged. Removing it outright can look hollow.
Under-eye hollowing type
A type where hollowing, rather than fat, is dominant. It may need filling/reinforcement, not removal.
Protrusion + tear-trough combined type
A type with both protrusion and tear trough. Moving the protrusion into the hollow by repositioning is key.
Lacking mid-cheek support type
A type where weak mid-cheek transition support shows a step. The transition must be connected smoothly.
Dark-circle-accompanied type
We distinguish shadow-type from pigment-type. Shadow-type can improve with repositioning, but pigment-type is a separate treatment area.
REPOSITION PRINCIPLE
Not removing, but repositioning and reinforcing
We preserve the protruding orbital fat and reposition it into the hollowed under-eye, tear trough, and lower orbit, connecting the mid-cheek transition smoothly. Removing too much can actually look hollow, so we prioritize preservation and repositioning.
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Preserving & repositioning orbital fat
Rather than removing fat outright, we preserve it and reposition it toward the hollowed under-eye and tear trough.
02
Supplementing the tear trough / lower orbit
We supplement the groove-like hollowed tear trough and lower-orbital area together to reduce shadows.
03
Connecting the mid-cheek transition
We smoothly connect the transition from the under-eye to the mid-cheek to reduce the step.
04
Combined fat grafting if needed
If repositioning alone is not enough, fat grafting to the tear-trough, under-eye, and mid-cheek can be combined (varies by individual condition).
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Avoiding excessive removal
We design conservatively to avoid a hollow-looking result from excessive fat removal.
REPOSITION + FAT GRAFT
If repositioning alone is not enough, fat grafting can be combined
If the following apply, fat grafting to the tear-trough, under-eye, and mid-cheek areas may be combined. Whether it is needed is judged in consultation according to your individual under-eye structure.
SURGEON-LED CONSULTATION
Whether removal is right or repositioning is right, first
We look at protrusion, hollowing, the tear trough, the mid-cheek transition, and dark-circle type together and guide which direction — removal, repositioning, or combined fat grafting — suits you. The same doctor is in charge from consultation through surgery.
AFTER REPOSITIONING
A softened under-eye makes the impression comfortable
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Q. Isn't under-eye fat something to remove?
We don't remove it outright. Repositioning protruding orbital fat into the hollowed under-eye and tear trough to create a smooth transition is the key.
Q. Do you do repositioning and fat grafting together?
When orbital fat is insufficient or hollowing/tear trough is deep, they can be combined. It is judged in consultation according to your individual under-eye structure.
Q. Do dark circles improve too?
Shadow-type dark circles can improve with repositioning. Pigment-type dark circles need a separate treatment.
Q. Will a scar remain?
With a transconjunctival incision, there is no external scar. We guide the incision method depending on the condition.
After surgery, through swelling and scar care
Included Value
Based on standard market price
- 01VersaClear light therapy2 sessions
- 02Ucell standing-wave therapy2 sessions
- 03
Fraxel scar laser· Performed by the doctor2 sessions
* Soft-meso injection is available if lumping occurs
Included in the surgery cost.
If additional care is needed, NB surgery patients receive a 50% discount
Legal Notice
※ If care cannot be provided due to reasons such as equipment malfunction, the affected care item may not be offered; as a service item, it is non-refundable.
※ Depending on your constitution and healing process, side effects such as swelling, bruising, inflammation, and scarring may occur after surgery.
NB UNDER-EYE FAT REPOSITIONING
A consultation on whether your under-eye needs removal or repositioning
Including the tear trough and mid-cheek hollowing · and whether fat repositioning plus grafting is needed\nNB Plastic Surgery, Sinsa, Gangnam