Fat Transfer with Dr. Hong – Expert Body Contouring Across Gangnam, Apgujeong, Cheongdam, Myeongdong, Hongdae and All of Seoul
Sculpt where you want less, enhance where you want more
Fat transfer (fat grafting) moves your own purified fat from areas like the abdomen, flanks, or thighs to areas that need volume and shape—such as the breasts, hips, buttocks, face, or hands. Dr. Hong focuses on natural contours, soft feel, and long-term balance, using conservative layering for smooth results.
Why patients choose Dr. Hong for fat transfer
- Shape-first planning: Starts with body line design—where to harvest, where to add—so the whole silhouette looks harmonious.
- Micro-layered injection: Tiny, multi-plane threads of fat for a soft, even surface (not lumpy “boluses”).
- Natural look & feel: Prioritizes proportions that fit your frame; no “overfilled” areas.
- Minimal access points: Small, discreet entry sites for harvesting and grafting.
- Safety-forward approach: Conservative volumes, sterile technique, and structured follow-up.
Popular areas for fat transfer
- Breasts: Subtle to moderate enhancement, upper-pole softness, cleavage refinement, correction of implant edges or asymmetry.
- Hips / Hip Dip: Smooths lateral dips for a more continuous hourglass.
- Buttocks (BBL style, conservative): Adds projection and upper-butt shape while keeping proportions natural.
- Face: Cheeks, temples, nasolabial folds, jawline, under-eye (select cases), and chin for youthful balance.
- Hands: Restores back-of-hand fullness to soften visible tendons/veins.
- Scar/indent corrections: Fills post-lipo or traumatic depressions with precision micro-grafting.
Who’s a good candidate?
- Has pinchable fat for harvesting (abdomen, flanks, thighs, back, arms).
- Wants natural-feeling volume without implants or synthetic fillers (or to complement them).
- Understands that some graft resorption is normal; touch-ups may be planned.
- Maintains stable weight and has realistic goals.
- Non-smoker or willing to pause around surgery for healing.
If skin laxity or structural issues are the main problem, pairing fat transfer with tightening or structural procedures may be recommended.
How fat transfer works (overview)
- Consultation & design – Multi-angle assessment to plan harvest sites and target zones, mapping transitions and borders.
- Gentle liposuction harvest – Small cannulas collect fat from areas that benefit from slimming.
- Purification – Fat is separated and refined to remove fluids and debris.
- Micro-grafting – Fat is injected in tiny threads across different depths for smooth, even volume.
- Shaping & support – Light dressings or garments; detailed aftercare instructions.
Recovery timeline (typical)
- Days 1–3: Soreness and swelling at both harvest and graft sites; gentle walking helps.
- Week 1–2: Back to desk work; bruising fades; avoid pressure on grafted areas (e.g., special positions for hips/buttocks).
- Weeks 3–4: Light exercise resumes; early shape visible as swelling recedes.
- Weeks 6–8: Most activities cleared; contours look settled.
- 3–6 months: Final result as swelling resolves and graft stabilizes.
Timelines vary with areas treated, volume, and your healing response.
Results you can expect
- Natural softness that moves like you—because it is you.
- Better proportions: slimmer harvest zones, fuller target areas.
- Long-lasting volume in the portion of fat that survives (commonly a meaningful percentage).
- Refined lines in clothing—cleavage, hip curve, or facial balance.
Aftercare essentials
- Protect grafted areas from pressure (special sleeping/positioning if hips or buttocks treated).
- Compression on harvest areas as instructed; none or minimal on graft sites unless directed.
- Hydration, protein-rich diet, gentle movement for healing.
- Avoid smoking and significant weight swings (can affect graft survival).
- Sun protection & incision care so entry points fade well.
Risks & how we minimize them
Potential risks include asymmetry, irregular contours, over/under-correction, oil cysts, fat resorption, fat necrosis, prolonged swelling, or infection. Rare but serious risks exist with buttock fat grafting; these are mitigated by careful plane selection, conservative volumes, and strict technique. Close follow-up supports safe recovery and timely adjustments.
Smart combinations
- 360° waist + hip/booty: Slim waist to amplify curves with modest grafting.
- Breast shaping + flank/abdomen harvest: Hourglass enhancement without implants.
- Facial micro-fat + skin treatments: Volume plus texture/tone strategies for youthfulness.
- Scar/indent repair + revision lipo: Smooths surfaces and blends borders.
FAQs
How much of the fat “takes”?
A portion of the grafted fat integrates permanently; the rest is reabsorbed. Plans may include
staged touch-ups for precise outcomes.
Is fat transfer better than fillers or implants?
Different tools for different goals. Fat is ideal for
soft, broad volume and body contouring; fillers excel at
fine shaping; implants give
predictable size. Many patients mix methods.
Will I gain weight where fat is placed?
Grafted fat behaves like normal fat—stable weight helps keep proportions consistent.
Can I sit after buttock fat transfer?
You’ll receive specific
positioning instructions and may use cushions to reduce pressure while grafts heal.
Ready to reshape with your own fat?
Book a consultation with
Dr. Hong to design a tailored plan—harvest where it slims you, graft where it flatters you—so your contours look natural in motion and at rest.
