Eyelid surgery in Vienna
Face
Bags under the eyes can make the face look tired, worn out, or older. Through a carefully planned lower eyelid correction, I gently remove or reposition protruding fat tissue to restore a smooth, harmonious lower eyelid area—without creating an unnatural hollow.
Eyelid Surgery – More Than Just Removing Fat
Eye bags are not caused by tears. They are fat deposits that normally lie beneath the eyeball and protrude forward due to weakened connective tissue.
Dark circles are often present as well. In such cases, the fat must not simply be removed—otherwise, the result will be a hollow, sunken appearance. The goal is a harmonious distribution of volume, not a hollowed-out look.
For over 25 years, I have been correcting under-eye bags using a variety of techniques—often in combination with volume restoration through autologous fat grafting—to achieve a natural, long-lasting result.
Key points at a glance
The key information you need to quickly determine whether a hoodectomy is right for you.
Effective date
The eyes immediately appear more open. The final result will be visible once the swelling has completely subsided.
Durability
The results are long-lasting. The natural aging process continues, but at a more youthful level.
Duration
Usually 45–90 minutes. If combined with a brow lift, the procedure takes longer.
Anesthesia
Usually local anesthesia or twilight sleep. General anesthesia is used only for combined procedures.
Check
Several follow-up appointments after surgery. Final follow-up appointment after one year.
Costs
Upper eyelid lift only: starting at 2,200 euros. With lateral brow lift: starting at 4,500 euros
Causes and Symptoms of Under-Eye Bags
Eye bags are located below the eyelids, on either side of the nose, and appear as bulging swellings. They consist of fat deposits that slip forward due to a weakening of the supporting structures.
They can appear at a young age. In younger people, they usually occur without dark circles. Starting around age 35–40, under-eye bags and dark circles often appear together.
Misdiagnosis: Swelling or Lymphatic Congestion
How do you treat under-eye bags?
Eye bags without dark circles (common in young patients)
To avoid unevenness and maintain a youthful volume, I often combine this procedure with an autologous fat graft. The autologous fat is enriched with PRP to improve healing and malleability.
Eye bags and dark circles
Since the volume is not always sufficient, I regularly combine the procedure with additional autologous fat grafting to even out differences in contour and achieve a smooth, natural lower eyelid contour.
Treatment Procedure
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ConsultingAnalysis of eye bags, dark circles, and lower eyelid tension.
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SurgeryTransconjunctival approach or a combined technique with fat redistribution. The procedure usually takes less than two hours.
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Follow-up treatmentCooling, gentle handling, multiple checks.
Steps of the surgery
Here’s how eyelid surgery works
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Detailed analysis of the lower eyelid region
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Transconjunctival approach
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Fat removal or redistribution
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Optionale Eigenfettergänzung
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Kontrolle & Kühlung
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Verlaufskontrollen
Other eye treatments
Remove dark circles under the eyes
Eyelid Lift / Eyelid Surgery
Lower Eyelid Surgery – Practical Information
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First ordination
Included with the purchase of the book. Without the book: 250–300 euros.
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Hospital stay
Usually on an outpatient basis.
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Anesthesia
Local anesthesia or twilight sleep.
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Preparation for Surgery
Blood tests, ECG if necessary.
Do not take any blood-thinning medications for 14 days prior to the procedure. -
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Inspections
Several follow-up visits, with a final check-up after one year.
Before-and-after comparison
Reviews
What our patients say
Dr. Turkof made my lips more beautiful and symmetrical.
He looked from every angle and only injected the filler where I really needed it. I look natural — if it were possible, I would get more injected.
I know Dr. Turkof through a friend who came all the way from Germany specifically for him. She was very happy with him and recommended him to me, as I was really struggling with dark under-eye circles. My surgery was 3 months ago and I am very pleased with the natural result.
I had two operations with autologous fat transfer to the breast and ribs with Prof. Turkof.
The result is fantastic and I am very satisfied. The quality of Prof. Turkof as a plastic surgeon is, from my perspective, undisputed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the scars remain visible?
No – the transconjunctival approach does not result in an external scar.
Is it easy to remove the fat?
If dark circles are also present, the product should be blended rather than wiped away.
When will I be socially acceptable?
Usually after 10–14 days.
Do you have any questions?
Personal consultation
Do you have any further questions or would you like some general information? We offer personalized, comprehensive advice, drawing on our experience since 1997.
You can schedule your appointment online at any time.
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