Eye surgery
Under-eye fat repositioning
VIEW's under-eye fat repositioning makes an incision inside the inner corner of the lower eyelid and redistributes bulging fat to fill the tear trough, reducing under-eye bags and dark circles without any visible outer scar. It takes about 30 minutes and suits patients whose fat protrudes alongside a hollowing tear trough.
Who it suits
- Bulging under-eye fat combined with a hollowing tear trough
- Want to reduce dark circles caused by poor circulation or thin skin
- Want a technique that leaves no visible outer scar
Technique highlights
- The incision is made only inside the eyelid, leaving no external scar
- Fat is redistributed specifically at the bulging points for a smoother contour
- Fat repositioned beneath the periosteum has a low chance of bulging again
- The under-eye area looks brighter with fewer visible marks than traditional fat-removal blepharoplasty
Surgical steps
- Consultation to determine whether fat removal, fat repositioning, or full lower blepharoplasty best suits the case.
- Under sleep sedation, an incision is made inside the inner corner of the lower eyelid — about 30 minutes.
- Bulging fat is redistributed to fill the hollow tear trough, then the incision is sutured for a strong eyelid membrane.
- You are observed at the clinic and go home the same day.
Recovery & aftercare
- Sutures are removed at about 7 days under sterile conditions.
- Follow-up again at 2 weeks, with periodic checks over 1-6 months.
- Back to daily life in about 7 days.
- Mild swelling and bruising around the eyes in the first week gradually subside.
Risks & things to consider
- Results depend on the original fat volume and skin condition, so identical outcomes cannot be guaranteed.
- If the surgery is not done precisely, there is some possibility of recurrence, though the chance is low.
- This does not correct every cause of dark circles, especially those from skin pigmentation.
- Risks include bleeding, infection or asymmetric contour after surgery.
Frequently asked questions
Can this fix dark circles?
It addresses dark circles caused by bulging fat combined with thin skin or poor circulation, since redistributing the fat layer reduces the shadow cast by the tear trough.
Can the bulge come back after fat repositioning?
Improper technique could allow recurrence, but because fat is moved beneath the periosteum where it is harder to shift, the chance of it bulging again is very low.
Is there a visible external scar?
No — the incision is made only inside the eyelid membrane, so there is no scar visible from outside.
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