Erbium Under-Eye Fat Repositioning + Eye Sofwavein Gangnam, Seoul
A consultation option combining Erbium under-eye fat repositioning with Eye Sofwave. Surgery and energy treatment have different roles and treatment areas; the need for each is assessed first. Surgical extent, energy-treatment area, shots, tip, order and interval are planned after examination. Whether treatments are done on the same day, and when energy can be applied to the surgical area, depends on how the wound heals. At QD Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea, we examine you first and then decide with you on the approach that suits your concerns.
Who it’s for
- Combined Erbium consultation assessing under-eye fat, tear troughs and skin concerns separately.
- We examine separately the protruding fat and tear trough to be addressed by Erbium under-eye fat repositioning and the skin firmness around the eyes to be considered for Eye Sofwave. We first look at whether surgery alone can achieve the change you expect, and discuss additional treatment once your skin condition and the area that can be treated are confirmed. This is not a combination that resolves pigmented dark circles or all under-eye wrinkles at once.
Suitability requires an examination. Skin thickness, health and previous procedures may make a different approach more appropriate.
How it works
Sofwave lists open wounds in the treatment area as a contraindication and does not recommend treatment directly over dermal fillers. Surgical wounds, previous injection sites and timing must be reviewed.
THE MECHANISM, STEP BY STEP
01Treatment components
A consultation option combining Erbium under-eye fat repositioning with Eye Sofwave. Surgery and energy treatment have different roles and treatment areas; the need for each is assessed first.
02Anatomy and function
We examine separately the protruding fat and tear trough to be addressed by Erbium under-eye fat repositioning and the skin firmness around the eyes to be considered for Eye Sofwave. We first look at whether surgery alone can achieve the change you expect, and discuss additional treatment once your skin condition and the area that can be treated are confirmed. This is not a combination that resolves pigmented dark circles or all under-eye wrinkles at once.
03Sequence and treatment areas
Sofwave is not applied if there is an open wound in the treatment area, and treatment directly over areas with filler is also not recommended. We check the product, area and timing of any previous under-eye filler and the surgical wound before deciding the treatment area and interval. The timing and shot count for treating the same area are decided by how you recover after surgery.
04Recovery and review
The result is judged after the early swelling has settled. Healing, eyelid function and skin response guide review timing and any further treatment.
Treatment areas
- Erbium Under-Eye Fat Repositioning + Eye Sofwave
What the procedure is like
- 1Assess anatomy, eyelid function, dry eyes, prior surgery, fillers and medicines.
- 2We examine separately the protruding fat and tear trough to be addressed by Erbium under-eye fat repositioning and the skin firmness around the eyes to be considered for Eye Sofwave. We first look at whether surgery alone can achieve the change you expect, and discuss additional treatment once your skin condition and the area that can be treated are confirmed. This is not a combination that resolves pigmented dark circles or all under-eye wrinkles at once.
- 3Sofwave is not applied if there is an open wound in the treatment area, and treatment directly over areas with filler is also not recommended. We check the product, area and timing of any previous under-eye filler and the surgical wound before deciding the treatment area and interval. The timing and shot count for treating the same area are decided by how you recover after surgery.
- 4Review wound healing and eye function before deciding when further energy treatment is suitable.
Appointment length depends on consultation, numbing and treatment extent. Tell us your available time and important plans when booking.
Recovery & aftercare
- We check bruising, swelling and eyelid function at the surgical site, and redness and tenderness in the Sofwave treatment area, separately. Even if the wound feels healed, please let the timing of any additional energy treatment be decided at a follow-up examination. Sudden changes in vision, severe eye pain or rapidly increasing swelling require immediate medical care, and strong stimulation and unplanned additional treatments should be avoided during recovery.
What to expect over time
A general guide to how the days and months after treatment usually unfold. Results vary by individual.
Immediately
Bruising, swelling, dryness or irritation can occur after surgery. Follow individual instructions for wound care, makeup, exercise and contact lenses; reviews check healing and eyelid function.
Early recovery
Bruising, swelling, dryness or irritation can occur after surgery. Follow individual instructions for wound care, makeup, exercise and contact lenses; reviews check healing and eyelid function.
Review
The result is judged after the early swelling has settled. Healing, eyelid function and skin response guide review timing and any further treatment.
Next steps
Surgical extent, energy-treatment area, shots, tip, order and interval are planned after examination. Whether treatments are done on the same day, and when energy can be applied to the surgical area, depends on how the wound heals.
How it compares
| Comparison | Erbium Under-Eye Fat Repositioning + Eye Sofwave | Erbium Under-Eye Fat Repositioning |
|---|---|---|
| Selection | A consultation option combining Erbium under-eye fat repositioning with Eye Sofwave. Surgery and energy treatment have different roles and treatment areas; the need for each is assessed first. | Examination distinguishes protruding fat, hollows, skin laxity, pigmentation and eyelid function. A combination is not necessary for everyone; a single treatment or another approach may suit you better. |
They work differently and suit different goals. The right choice is decided after examination.
Safety & considerations
Possible reactions
- Risks include bleeding, infection, scarring, asymmetry, difficulty closing the eyes, lower-lid position changes and revision surgery. Energy treatment adds risks such as pain, redness, swelling and thermal injury.
When to take extra care
- Assess anatomy, eyelid function, dry eyes, prior surgery, fillers and medicines.
- Sofwave lists open wounds in the treatment area as a contraindication and does not recommend treatment directly over dermal fillers. Surgical wounds, previous injection sites and timing must be reviewed.
Sudden visual change, severe eye pain or rapidly increasing swelling require urgent care. Combining procedures does not guarantee faster recovery or additional benefit.
Your care at QD Clinic
Treatment components
A consultation option combining Erbium under-eye fat repositioning with Eye Sofwave. Surgery and energy treatment have different roles and treatment areas; the need for each is assessed first.
Anatomy and function
We examine separately the protruding fat and tear trough to be addressed by Erbium under-eye fat repositioning and the skin firmness around the eyes to be considered for Eye Sofwave. We first look at whether surgery alone can achieve the change you expect, and discuss additional treatment once your skin condition and the area that can be treated are confirmed. This is not a combination that resolves pigmented dark circles or all under-eye wrinkles at once.
Sequence and treatment areas
Sofwave is not applied if there is an open wound in the treatment area, and treatment directly over areas with filler is also not recommended. We check the product, area and timing of any previous under-eye filler and the surgical wound before deciding the treatment area and interval. The timing and shot count for treating the same area are decided by how you recover after surgery.
Frequently asked questions
A consultation option combining Erbium under-eye fat repositioning with Eye Sofwave. Surgery and energy treatment have different roles and treatment areas; the need for each is assessed first. Surgery addresses protruding under-eye fat and the tear trough, while Eye Sofwave is considered for firmness of the skin around the eyes.
We examine separately the protruding fat and tear trough to be addressed by Erbium under-eye fat repositioning and the skin firmness around the eyes to be considered for Eye Sofwave. We first look at whether surgery alone can achieve the change you expect, and discuss additional treatment once your skin condition and the area that can be treated are confirmed. This is not a combination that resolves pigmented dark circles or all under-eye wrinkles at once.
Sofwave is not applied if there is an open wound in the treatment area, and treatment directly over areas with filler is also not recommended. We check the product, area and timing of any previous under-eye filler and the surgical wound before deciding the treatment area and interval. The timing and shot count for treating the same area are decided by how you recover after surgery.
We check bruising, swelling and eyelid function at the surgical site, and redness and tenderness in the Sofwave treatment area, separately. Even if the wound feels healed, please let the timing of any additional energy treatment be decided at a follow-up examination. Sudden changes in vision, severe eye pain or rapidly increasing swelling require immediate medical care, and strong stimulation and unplanned additional treatments should be avoided during recovery.
Preoperative assessment and in-person recovery visits need to be planned before travel is finalised. Tell us how long you can stay. A plan combining surgery and another procedure needs recovery and review arrangements for both. Sofwave is not applied if there is an open wound in the treatment area, and treatment directly over areas with filler is also not recommended. We check the product, area and timing of any previous under-eye filler and the surgical wound before deciding the treatment area and interval. The timing and shot count for treating the same area are decided by how you recover after surgery. The result is judged after the early swelling has settled. Healing, eyelid function and skin response guide review timing and any further treatment. Depending on the examination, same-day treatment may not be possible or additional visits may be needed. Please also confirm in advance how to reach us after you return home and any in-person care you may need. What the doctor looks at first for this treatment: “How far the under-eye fat and tear trough are addressed, and how energy assists”.
For international patients
Consultation in English / 中文 / 日本語 · WhatsApp · WeChat · KakaoTalk · a 4-minute walk from Sinnonhyeon / Nonhyeon Station (hours in KST).
How many days should I stay?
Surgery and course-based treatments need a check-up. We tell you before you book whether that means staying longer or coming back another time.
For International Patients