Treatment Overview
Fat Preservation Lower Blepharoplasty is a modern eyelid surgery technique that focuses on redistributing and preserving natural orbital fat rather than simply removing it. Traditional fat-removal blepharoplasty often led to a hollowed or aged appearance, but this advanced method smooths out eye bags while maintaining youthful fullness. In Korea, surgeons emphasize fat repositioning and tissue preservation, often combined with skin tightening or laser therapy, to achieve a natural, rejuvenated look with minimal scarring.
Purpose & Benefits
- Smooths eye bags and puffiness without hollowing the eyes
- Restores a natural, youthful contour between eyelid and cheek
- Prevents the sunken look seen after fat-removal surgery
- Reduces dark circles and shadowing from tear troughs
- Preserves eyelid function and structural support
- Long-lasting, natural rejuvenation with minimal visible scarring
Ideal Candidates
- Patients with under-eye puffiness and bulging fat pads
- Individuals with tear trough hollowing or deep grooves
- Those who want a natural, not over-corrected look
- People with mild to moderate skin laxity (with or without additional tightening)
- Adults in good health seeking long-term rejuvenation
Possible Risks & Complications
- Temporary swelling, bruising, or numbness
- Asymmetry between both eyes (rare with skilled surgeons)
- Fat irregularity or over/under correction
- Rare risks: infection, prolonged edema, or ectropion (outward turning of eyelid)
- Pigment changes or scarring, though minimized with transconjunctival approaches
Surgical Techniques Used
- Transconjunctival approach (scarless, inside lower eyelid) to reposition fat
- Redistribution of fat over the orbital rim to fill tear troughs
- Septal tightening or canthopexy for additional support
- Combination with skin pinch excision, laser resurfacing, or RF tightening for fine wrinkles
- Korean surgeons use micro-suturing and precision tools for highly natural results
Recovery & Aftercare
- Downtime: typically 7–10 days for swelling/bruising to subside
- Most patients resume work/social activities within 1–2 weeks
- Use of cold compresses and head elevation in early days
- Lubricating eye drops and prescribed ointments aid healing
- Final results refine over 1–3 months as fat settles naturally
- Avoid rubbing eyes, heavy exercise, and sun exposure for 2–3 weeks
Results & Longevity
- Smooth transition from eyelid to cheek, brighter under-eyes
- Natural fullness preserved, preventing the “hollowed-out” look
- Results are long-lasting, typically 8–10 years or more
- Unlike fillers, results do not need frequent touch-ups
- Improves both aesthetic appearance and structural integrity of eyelids
Treatment Process in Korea
- Preservation philosophy: Korean surgeons emphasize fat repositioning instead of removal, ensuring youthful volume retention
- Advanced methods: Use of scarless transconjunctival techniques, combined with nano-fat grafting or laser skin refinement
- Aesthetic balance: Korean clinics specialize in creating a smooth lid–cheek contour rather than simply removing bulges
- Comprehensive care: Many clinics combine this surgery with skin rejuvenation, stem-cell rich fat grafting, or PRP therapy for optimal results
- Korea is renowned for its specialized oculoplastic surgeons, cutting-edge technology, and medical tourism infrastructure, making it a top global destination
Cost Range
Typical pricing in Korea: ₩3,000,000 – ₩6,500,000 KRW (approx. $2,200 – $5,000 USD)
Factors affecting cost:
- Complexity of fat repositioning vs. removal
- Whether combined with laser resurfacing, skin tightening, or fat grafting
- Surgeon’s reputation and clinic location
- Inclusion of aftercare programs and follow-up visits
Popular Clinics
- ID Hospital
- Dream Medical Group
- Banobagi Plastic Surgery
- View Plastic Surgery
- JK Plastic Surgery Center
- TL Plastic Surgery
- The PLUS Plastic Surgery
- Regen Plastic Surgery
- Wonjin Beauty Medical Group
- BIO Plastic Surgery
