Under-Eye Fat Repositioning · Tear Trough

Under-eye fat repositioning in Busan, Korea — redistributing fat, not just removing it.

Under-eye fat repositioning is a lower eyelid rejuvenation procedure designed to improve eye bags, tear trough hollowing, and dark, tired-looking under-eyes by redistributing existing fat rather than simply removing it.

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Fat Repositioning

Fat preservation & repositioning Hidden transconjunctival approach No visible external scar Personalized treatment planning Natural-looking rejuvenation

Proof, not adjectives

Real patients, real results.

Unretouched clinic results, shown with patient consent.

Double eyelid surgery + epicanthoplasty

Ptosis correction + epicanthoplasty

Double eyelid surgery + medial epicanthoplasty + brow fixation + eye muscle correction

Incisional double eyelid + epicanthoplasty

Incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + epicanthal reconstruction + lateral canthoplasty + epicanthoplasty

Individual results vary. Photos are actual clinic outcomes, not a guarantee of a specific result.

Fat Repositioning at a Glance

Smoothing the step between eyelid and cheek.

Procedure

Under-Eye Fat Repositioning

Concept

Redistribute, Not Remove

Approach

Transconjunctival (Internal)

External Scar

Generally None

Improves

Eye Bags & Tear Trough

Planning

Personalized

What Is Under-Eye Fat Repositioning?

Moving protruding fat into the hollow it sits above.

The procedure repositions protruding under-eye fat into hollow areas to create a smoother transition between the lower eyelid and the cheek. This can reduce the appearance of eye bags while improving facial balance and a fatigued appearance. Because the incision is made inside the eyelid, there is generally no visible external scar.

Results

A refreshed under-eye, angle by angle.

Under-eye fat repositioning before and after front view — Newline Clinic Busan — Front view · Case 01

Smoother lid-cheek transition after fat repositioning — Newline Clinic Busan — Lid-cheek junction · Case 01

Reduced eye bag appearance after repositioning — Newline Clinic Busan — Eye bags · Case 02

Softer tear trough after fat repositioning — Newline Clinic Busan — Tear trough · Case 02

Reduced shadowing under the eyes after repositioning — Newline Clinic Busan — Shadowing · Case 03

Natural lower eyelid rejuvenation result — Newline Clinic Busan — Natural result · Case 03

Individual results vary. Photos are standardized examples shown with patient consent and are not a guarantee of outcome.

How the Procedure Works

The workflow, step by step.

Internal Incision

A small incision is made inside the lower eyelid (transconjunctival approach).

Step Hidden access

Release the Fat

Protruding fat is carefully released and repositioned.

Step Release

Redistribute

The fat is redistributed to smooth the hollow area.

Step The key step

Refine the Contour

The lower eyelid contour is refined while minimizing visible scarring.

Step Refinement

Benefits

What the procedure aims to improve.

	What it addresses
Brighter, refreshed appearance	A fatigued look driven by under-eye shadowing may improve
Improved under-eye contour	A smoother transition between the lower eyelid and the cheek
Reduced eye bag appearance	Protruding fat is repositioned rather than left to bulge
Softer tear trough transition	Hollow areas are filled using your own existing fat
Hidden internal incision	The transconjunctival approach generally leaves no visible external scar

Not all types of dark circles have the same cause. Repositioning may improve shadow-related dark circles caused by contour irregularities, but pigment-related or vascular causes are different concerns.

Who May Benefit?

Candidates are evaluated individually.

You may be suitable if you

Have prominent under-eye bags
Look tired because of shadows or dark circles
Have hollow tear troughs
Have uneven under-eye contours
Want natural lower eyelid rejuvenation without obvious changes

A consultation determines your plan

Dark circles have several causes — not all are contour-related
Some patients are better suited to fat removal or a combined approach
Skin quality and lower eyelid support affect the result
Ageing continues, so results are not fixed permanently

A consultation and examination are required to determine whether repositioning, removal, or a combination is appropriate for your anatomy.

From Consultation to Follow-Up

Your under-eye journey at Newline.

Consultation

Discuss eye bags, tear trough hollowing, shadows, and what bothers you most.

Step Understanding your concerns

Lower Eyelid Assessment

Fat protrusion, hollowing, contour, and the cause of shadowing are assessed.

Step Assessment

Personalized Planning

Whether repositioning, removal, or a combination suits you is determined.

Step Planning

Surgery

Transconjunctival access, careful release, redistribution into the hollow, and contour refinement.

Step The procedure

Early Recovery

Temporary swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort are expected during early healing.

Step First weeks

Follow-Up Care

Individual postoperative instructions and follow-up care are provided.

Step Ongoing care

Recovery and Aftercare

Recovery varies between patients.

Temporary Swelling

Swelling is expected during early healing and settles gradually.

Bruising

Bruising around the lower eyelid is expected and improves over time.

Mild Discomfort

Mild discomfort is common in the early recovery period.

Individual Instructions

Individual postoperative instructions and follow-up care are provided.

Recovery varies between patients. Your surgeon provides a timeline based on your procedure and healing response.

Eye surgery specialist at Newline Clinic Busan

About Your Surgeon

Dr. Son Hee-dong,
plastic surgeon.

Taking out too much fat is how an under-eye ends up looking hollow instead of rested.

The fat that bulges and the hollow beneath it are usually the same problem — so the answer is to move it, not discard it.

Board-certified plastic surgeon · MD, PhD
Doctorate in Medicine, Dong-A University Graduate School
Clinical Professor, Dept. of Plastic Surgery, Dong-A University Hospital
Full member — Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Korean Rhinoplasty Society
Experience in lower eyelid rejuvenation
Consultation in Korean, English, Japanese and Chinese

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Registrations & Memberships

Licensed, registered, and accountable.

Clinic registration

Newline Plastic Surgery

Opened 16 September 2005 · Chief Director Son Hee-dong

Medical institution licence No. 715

Business registration 201-19-76600

Reception at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

Foreign patient care

Registered foreign patient attraction institution, Ministry of Health and Welfare.

Registration No. M-2024-02-08-0032

International patient consultation at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

Society memberships

Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Korean Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons in Private Practice
Korean Society of Facial Bone Contouring Surgery
Korean Society for Breast Surgery (board member)

Director's office at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

Volume of work

Approximately 1,200–1,500 surgeries a year.

Approximately 5,000 non-surgical procedures a year.

Operating theatre at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

Recognised beyond the clinic

Media and pageant trust.

Public figures are judged on their appearance for a living. Where they choose to have surgery is a signal worth knowing about.

Media personalities who chose Newline Plastic Surgery in Seomyeon, Busan — **Why stars choose Newline**Entertainers, broadcasters and influencers treated at our Seomyeon clinic.

2022 Miss Korea Gyeongnam winner and Busan first runner-up, supported by Newline Plastic Surgery — **2022 Miss Korea, Gyeongnam & Busan**Official partner of Honggang Academy — supporting regional titleholders.

Featured individuals appear with consent. Their results reflect their own anatomy and surgical plan, and are not a guarantee of any specific outcome.

Frequently Asked

Fat Repositioning in Busan
— your questions, answered.

What is under-eye fat repositioning?

A procedure that redistributes existing lower eyelid fat to improve eye bags and tear trough hollowing, creating a smoother transition between the lower eyelid and the cheek.

Will there be a visible scar?

The procedure uses an internal lower eyelid incision (transconjunctival approach), which generally leaves no visible external scar.

Can it improve dark circles?

It may improve shadow-related dark circles caused by contour irregularities, although not all types of dark circles have the same cause.

Who is a good candidate?

It may suit patients with prominent under-eye bags, a tired look from shadows or dark circles, hollow tear troughs, uneven under-eye contours, or a wish for natural lower eyelid rejuvenation without obvious changes.

How long is recovery?

Recovery varies between patients. Temporary swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort are expected during early healing, and individual postoperative instructions and follow-up care are provided.

Can the procedure be combined with eyelid surgery?

Combined procedures are considered in some patients depending on lower eyelid support, skin quality, and goals. Whether a combination is appropriate is determined after examination.

Is the result permanent?

Repositioning changes the contour using your own existing fat, but ageing continues and individual results vary. No procedure can permanently stop further change in the lower eyelid.

What causes eye bags?

Under-eye bags develop when fat around the eye bulges forward. Individual anatomy, aging, and hereditary factors all contribute, which is why treatment is planned individually.

Why not just remove the fat?

Successful treatment is not simply about removing or adding fat. Preserving and redistributing existing fat helps reduce the risk of a hollow appearance that may occur with excessive fat removal.

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Tired of Looking Tired?

Start with a
lower eyelid assessment.

Whether repositioning suits you depends on your fat protrusion, tear trough depth, and what is actually causing the shadowing. A consultation determines the approach — and whether surgery is the right answer at all.

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Visiting Newline

Everything you need before you come.

Opening hours

Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00
Saturday 10:00–17:00
Lunch break 13:00–14:00
Closed Sundays & public holidays

By appointment. Same-day visits are possible, but waiting times vary.

Contact

Replies Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00, Sat 10:00–17:00 (KST).

Visit the clinic

Find Newline in Busan.

Newline Clinic
40 Bujeon-ro 66beon-gil, Floors 2–5
Busanjin-gu, Busan 47287
Republic of Korea

+82 51 806 0100 · WhatsApp

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Individual results and recovery experiences vary. This page is provided for general educational purposes and does not constitute a diagnosis, treatment recommendation, or guarantee of surgical results. Dark circles have multiple causes, and not all types respond to contour surgery. All surgical procedures involve potential risks, including bleeding, infection, asymmetry, contour irregularity, undercorrection or overcorrection, altered sensation, dry eye or irritation, lower eyelid position change, dissatisfaction with the outcome, and the possible need for additional treatment. The appropriate treatment and expected outcome can only be determined following an in-person examination and consultation with a qualified medical professional. Newline Clinic is licensed under the Korean Medical Service Act.

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