Fat Transfer to Hips with Dr. Hong – Expert Body Contouring Across Gangnam, Apgujeong, Cheongdam, Myeongdong, Hongdae and All of Seoul

Fill the dips. Smooth the curve.

Fat transfer to the hips—often called hip dip correction—uses your own purified fat to soften the inward hollows between the iliac crest and upper thigh, creating a continuous hourglass line. Dr. Hong designs the harvest and grafting plan together so the waist–hip–thigh transitions look natural from every angle.

Why patients choose Dr. Hong for hip dip grafting

  • Shape-first planning: Waist slimming + hip filling are mapped together for balanced proportions.
  • Micro-layered fat placement: Tiny, multi-plane threads of fat for a smooth, soft surface—no lumps.
  • Natural aesthetic: Enough volume to erase the dip without a “stuck-on” look.
  • Discreet access points: Small entry sites hidden in natural creases.
  • Safety-forward care: Conservative volumes, sterile technique, and close follow-up.

Ideal candidates

  • Visible hip dips or lateral hollowing despite stable weight
  • Pinchable fat available for harvesting (abdomen, flanks, thighs, back, arms)
  • Good skin quality over the hip area and realistic expectations
  • Willing to protect grafts from pressure during early healing
  • Non-smoker or able to pause around surgery to support graft survival

What areas are treated?

  • Primary target: Lateral hip dip (trochanteric hollow)
  • Blending zones: Upper outer buttock, lateral thigh, and lower waist/“hip shelf”
  • Optional add-ons: Small upper-butt projection or lower-belly/waist debulking to enhance contrast

How fat transfer to hips works

  1. Consultation & design – Multi-angle photos and markings to plan harvest zones and ideal hip curve.
  2. Gentle fat harvest – Usually from abdomen, flanks, outer/inner thighs, or back to improve overall silhouette.
  3. Purification – Fat is refined to remove fluids and debris.
  4. Micro-grafting – Fat is injected in thin threads at several depths to fill dips and blend borders smoothly.
  5. Shaping & support – Light dressings and a garment; detailed guidance for positioning and activity.

Recovery timeline (typical)

  • Days 1–3: Soreness and swelling at harvest and graft sites; short walks encouraged.
  • Week 1–2: Back to desk work; avoid pressure on hips (sleeping positions/pillows).
  • Weeks 3–4: Light exercise resumes; early curve visible as swelling recedes.
  • Weeks 6–8: Most activities cleared; contour looks settled.
  • 3–6 months: Final refinement as graft stabilizes and tissues soften.
    (Timelines vary by volume and individual healing.)

Results you can expect

  • Smoothed hip dips with a continuous side curve
  • More hourglass proportion when combined with waist slimming
  • Natural softness—because the volume is your own fat
  • Better fit in body-contouring clothing and swimwear

Aftercare essentials

  • Protect grafts from pressure: Use cushions; avoid prolonged side-sleeping initially.
  • Compression on harvest areas as directed (usually not over grafts unless advised).
  • Hydration + protein-rich diet, gentle movement to support healing.
  • Incision care & sun protection so tiny access points fade well.
  • Stable weight helps maintain your new proportions.

Risks & how we minimize them

Possible risks include asymmetry, over/under-correction, oil cysts, fat resorption, contour irregularity, prolonged swelling, or infection. Risks are reduced with conservative volumes, precise multi-layer technique, meticulous hemostasis, and close follow-up. Touch-ups can be planned if needed.

Smart combination plans

  • 360° waist sculpting + hip graft: Slimmer waist makes hip enhancement pop with less fat added.
  • Outer-thigh debulking + hip fill: Straightens the lateral line while softening dips.
  • Small upper-butt lift effect: Subtle grafting above the dip to lift the side profile.

FAQs

How much of the fat “takes”?
A meaningful portion typically survives long-term; some resorption is expected. Plans may include staged touch-ups for precision.

Will my hips feel firm?
Early firmness is normal and softens as swelling resolves and grafts integrate.

Can I sit normally?
Yes, but avoid direct pressure on grafted zones—use cushions and adjust positions as instructed during the first weeks.

Are results permanent?
Surviving grafts behave like normal fat. Keep weight stable to preserve shape.

Ready to smooth your hip dips?

Book a consultation with Dr. Hong to map harvest and graft zones for a seamless waist–hip–thigh line that looks natural in motion and at rest.