Under-Eye Fat Grafting (Dark Circles)

* Basic Information

# Male in his 30s

# Because his eyes are naturally large and prominent, the area under the eyes appears relatively hollowed out, creating shadows and a dark appearance.

* Consultation

# This condition is commonly referred to as ‘dark circles,’ but the accurate medical term is actually ‘tear trough deformity.’

# People usually think of under-eye fat repositioning or lower blepharoplasty. In this patient’s case, the amount of protruding fat was actually not significant. In other words, the primary cause was the shadow (relative under-eye hollowing) caused by excessively prominent eyes.

# In such cases, highly satisfactory results can be easily achieved through micro-fat grafting alone.

* Plan

Under-eye Fat Grafting

* Post-operative Progress

1. The skin under the eyes is very thin, making blood vessels and pigments easily visible, which often results in a cluttered or tired appearance.

2. Under-eye micro-fat grafting is quite delicate. (One might call it a ‘double-edged sword.’) When performed with the precise amount in the right location, it yields excellent results as seen in this case. However, even a slight excess can cause issues such as palpable lumps under the eyes.

3. There is no need for stitch removal after surgery, and since bruising and swelling are minimal, the return to daily life is fast. If you have about 2 to 3 days of downtime, it won’t significantly interfere with your daily routine, so there is no need to hesitate.

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

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Complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry may occur after surgery depending on the individual, and caution is required.