hello, Director Eun-kyung Woo of Lumiel Plastic Surgery no see.

 

If the area under your eyes continues to look puffy or have dark shadows, your entire face will look saggy and tired.

 

Especially if you often hear people say, “You don’t even need to sleep, so why do you look so tired?”, you may need to check for structural changes under your eyes.

 

This time In what cases is under-eye fat repositioning helpful? , and Why Encore Laser Therapy Reduces Recovery Burden Let me summarize it simply.

Contains only the essential information for those who want natural improvement!

 

1. In what cases is under-eye fat repositioning helpful?

💫 A method that helps structural improvement when bulging, sunken, and dark circles occur simultaneously

 

As we age, the thin membrane that holds the fat under our eyes weakens, allowing the fat to push forward.

 

At this time Double structure with a bulging top and a sunken bottom As a result, dark circles and a tired look become more prominent.

 

🔸 Example symptoms

• The area under my eyes always looks puffy
• The tear troughs deepen and shadows form.
• Dark circles become darker
• Overall, a tired and dark impression

 

 

Because these changes often cannot be resolved with makeup or sleep, Diagnosis of structural problems It's good to receive it.

 

 

2. What is the principle behind the under-eye fat redistribution?

💫 The process of organizing protruding fat and redistributing it to the necessary areas to achieve balance.

The area under the eyes is a delicate area where the skin, muscles, and fat layer all move together.

Over time, the fat layer weakens and the fat pushes forward. At this time, some of the fat can be transferred to the deficient area (tear trough) to restore natural volume.

 

🔸 Core Principles

• Unbalanced fat is sorted out
• The sunken area is filled with fat
• Forming an overall smooth under-eye line

 

It's not just about removing fat. Tidy up + move + restore balance This is an important point.

3. How is the Encore Laser method different?

💫 Incision burden ↓ Recovery burden ↓ Natural approach

 

🔹 Conjunctival incision method

Without opening the outer layer of the skin Approach to the inner conjunctiva do.

 

✔ No worries about visible scars ↓

✔ No taping required

 

🔹 CO₂-based laser

Encore laser is CO₂ based Precisely separate unnecessary fat I can do it.

Do not manipulate one area repeatedly It may help reduce bleeding and swelling.

 

🔹 Thermal energy

As the laser's micro-thermal energy is transmitted to the deep layers, You can expect positive changes in skin elasticity improvement and fine wrinkle reduction.

 

🔹 Quick return to daily life

There is no need to remove stitches and the burden of bruising and swelling is relatively small. Return to daily life is relatively quick no see.

FAQ

Q1. Can I return to my daily life immediately after the procedure?

A1. Most light daily activities can be resumed gradually. Initial rest will aid recovery.

 

Q2. How long does the swelling or tightness last?

A2. It may appear during the natural recovery process and will gradually improve depending on the individual's condition.

 

Q3. Can my eyes look different?

A3. Some people feel that their under-eye area becomes flatter and more defined, but the goal is always to achieve a natural improvement.

 

conclusion

Under-eye fat repositioning Not just for cosmetic purposes , a procedure that can help correct the imbalance of the structure under the eyes and brighten the overall impression.

 

But most importantly, First, accurately diagnose “why this change occurred” are you.

 

🔍 In this case, you need to check

• under-eye bags
• Deep dark circles
• deep tear troughs

The Encore laser method may be an option for those who want to reduce the burden of incisions and have a quicker recovery.

 

Because every under-eye structure is different, be sure to consult a specialist thoroughly. Personalized plan It is important to establish .

 

 

 

Lumiel Plastic Surgery Clinic

Director Woo Eun-kyung

plastic surgeon

Hallym University Medical Center Plastic Surgery Advisor

Member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KPRAS)

Full member of the International Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (IPRAS)

Regular member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Full member of the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons

Regular member of the Korean Society of Craniofacial Plastic Surgery

Full member of the Korean Society of Burn Surgery

Former Director of Ruby Plastic Surgery

Former Director of Irene Plastic Surgery

Completed residency in plastic surgery at Hallym University Medical Center

Visiting Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery, Hallym University Medical Center