Myongji Best Plastic Surgery Clinic

Busan under-eye fat repositioning, will it help both bulging eyes and under-eye hollows?

Myongji Best Plastic Surgery Clinic in Myeongji-dong, Gangseo-gu, Busan, explains the difference between under-eye fat protrusion and shadows, lower eyelid surgery and recovery process.

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What kind of under-eye fat repositioning does under-eye fat repositioning improve?

Under-eye fat repositioning is an operation that eases the difference in height between the under-eye and the front losion by moving the protruding fat towards the under-eye reposition. It may be helpful for shadows created by fat protrusion and sagging, but it is not a surgery to solve all dark circles caused by pigments, blood vessels, and skin sagging.

When looking for under-eye surgery in Busan, it is a priority to distinguish between the main cause of fat protrusion, sagging, skin sagging and pigments rather than the word dark circles.

Under what state of the eyes can you consider?

Regardless of age, you can consider it if the fat under the eyes is bulging and the croos below it make you look tired. If the skin sagging and fine wrinkles are obvious, you should compare how to adjust the skin and muscles together, such as lower eyelid surgery.

  • If you can consider

    When the shadow stands out due to the protrusion of the fat under the eyes, the ditch, and the difference in height

  • When comparing lower eyelid surgery together

    When the skin under the sagging eyes, fine wrinkles, and muscle relaxation are clear together

  • If you look at other causes first

    If brown pigmentation, blood vessel reflection, lack of volume, and allergic stimulation are the main

  • What you should know before the consultation

    Dry eye disease, eye disease, previous eye surgery, drugs and health functional foods that affect bleeding

What is the difference between under-eye fat repositioning and lower eyelid surgery?

Under-eye fat repositioning mainly uses access to the inside of the conjunctive to deal with the position and pores of the fat, and lower eyelid surgery approaches down the eyelashes to adjust the skin, muscles, and fat together. The degree of skin sagging is important in the selection criteria.

Comparison of under-eye fat repositioning and lower eyelid surgery
Comparison criteriaUnder-Eye Fat RepositioningLower eyelid surgery
The main objectUnder-Eye Fat RepositioningMove the protruding fat to the off-siteLower eyelid surgeryAdjust sagging skin, muscles, and fat together
If it is appropriateUnder-Eye Fat RepositioningThe main case is fat protrusion and routing and shadowLower eyelid surgeryIf the skin sagging and fine wrinkles are obvious
ApproachUnder-Eye Fat RepositioningThere is a lot of access inside the conjunctiveLower eyelid surgerySkin approach under eyelashes
Scar on the outsideUnder-Eye Fat RepositioningNo outer incision when approaching the conjunctaLower eyelid surgeryI need to take care of the incision line under the eyelashes.
Key LimitsUnder-Eye Fat RepositioningRestriction on correction of severe skin saggingLower eyelid surgeryIt can't get rid of the pigmented dark circles themselves.

In what order does Myongji Best Plastic Surgery Clinic proceed?

Myongji Best Plastic Surgery Clinic checks for under-eye fat protrusion, under-eye hollows, and skin sagging respectively, and plans to see if conjunctiva access relocation is appropriate. The surgery is carried out together with IV sedation and local anesthesia of the surgical site.

  1. STEP 01

    Confirm the cause and structure

    Fat protrusion, crot, skin sagging, and pigment and blood vessel factors are divided.

  2. STEP 02

    Moving range design

    The relocation range is determined based on the connection between the protruding fat and the hollow area.

  3. STEP 03

    Approach inside the conjunctact

    I usually use the method of approaching the inside of the eyelids instead of the outer skin.

  4. STEP 04

    Preservation and relocation of fat

    Leave the necessary fat and move towards the off under-eye corridor.

  5. STEP 05

    Confirmation of recovery and progress

    I visit the hospital 1-2 times to check the line under the eyes and swelling changes.

When does the effect appear and how long does it last?

Immediately after surgery, the bends under the eyes may appear uneven due to swelling and bruise, and the recovery period is about 2 to 7 days according to hospital guidance. However, the final tissue stability may take longer, so it is evaluated by dividing the course.

Relocated fat can remain in place for a long time, but skin aging and fat changes continue. Pigment and blood vessel darkness or severe skin sagging may require separate care.

How do you check the pain, recovery, and side effects?

After surgery, swelling, bruises, pulling, foreignerness, and temporary sensory changes may occur. Returning to daily life is relatively fast, but the speed of recovery depends on the range of surgery.

  • Initial management

    Follow the instructions for compressing, face washing, and taking medicine without rbiding your eyes.

  • Progress confirmation

    I visit the hospital on a scheduled schedule to check the height of the eyes, swelling, and conjunctival conditions.

  • Possible danger

    Bleeding, infection, asymmetry, dents or fat residue under the eyes, dryness and changes in the position of the lower eyelid may occur.

  • A sign that prompt treatment is needed

    Severe pain, sudden swelling, persistent bleeding, changes in vision or abnormal eye movement

The area under the eyes is thin and complex. Prioritize the diagnosis and guidance of the medical team in charge over general recovery information.

What should I check before the cost and consultation?

Myongji Best Plastic Surgery Clinic's public non-covered fee schedule shows 1.2 million won for fat relocation. You should check whether lower eyelid surgery or other surgeries are required, and whether IV sedation, medication, and aftercare are included in the total cost.

  • Cause diagnosis

    It is asked whether the main cause is fat protrusion and crotch, or whether the proportion of skin sagging or pigment is greater.

  • How to operate

    Check whether conjunctiva is accessible and why relocation is needed instead of fat removal.

  • Cost range

    Make sure that sleep anesthesthes, prescription medication, check-up and additional care are included in the estimate.

  • Recovery schedule

    Check when you can wash your face, make-up, and exercise and how to contact you when abnormal symptoms occur.

non-covered costs are subject to change, so please check the latest public data and consultation estimates again before making a decision.

REFERENCES

Base material

I checked the hospital's public data and the public medical institution's data together.

  1. Myongji Best Plastic Surgery ClinicUnder-eye fat repositioning guide
  2. Myongji Best Plastic Surgery ClinicInformation on non-covered medical fees
  3. American Society of Plastic SurgeonsEyelid Surgery Recovery
  4. American Society of Plastic SurgeonsEyelid Surgery Risks and Safety

Date 2026.09.03Final revision date 2026.09.29