Treatment Overview
Fat Grafting Touch-Up in Korea is a minimally invasive procedure designed to refine and enhance results from previous fat grafting or breast/facial augmentation procedures. It involves harvesting a small amount of fat from donor areas and reinjecting it into areas needing correction or volume enhancement.
Korean plastic surgeons are internationally recognized for their precision, natural-looking outcomes, and advanced fat survival techniques, making Korea a top destination for touch-up procedures.
Purpose & Benefits
The main goal of fat grafting touch-up is to improve volume, contour, and symmetry following initial fat grafting.
Key Benefits:
- Restores lost volume in breasts, face, or other areas
- Corrects minor asymmetry or contour irregularities
- Enhances softness and natural appearance
- Minimally invasive with minimal downtime
- Can be combined with other cosmetic procedures for optimal results
- Uses the patient’s own fat, reducing risk of rejection or allergic reaction
Ideal Candidates
Fat grafting touch-up is suitable for individuals who:
- Have lost volume after initial fat grafting
- Experience minor asymmetry or contour irregularities
- Desire enhanced natural results without implants or fillers
- Are in good health and have realistic expectations
- Prefer minimally invasive procedures with shorter recovery
Possible Risks & Complications
Although safe in Korea, potential risks include:
- Swelling, bruising, or tenderness at donor or recipient site
- Minor absorption of transferred fat requiring future touch-ups
- Infection or delayed healing (rare)
- Small lumps or irregularities that may require revision
- Rare complications related to anesthesia
Surgical Techniques Used
Korean surgeons use advanced techniques to maximize fat graft survival and aesthetic results:
- Harvesting with Gentle Liposuction: Ensures high-quality fat for reinjection
- Purification of Fat Cells: Removes impurities for better survival and integration
- Microinjection Technique: Injects fat in small layers to enhance natural contour and minimize absorption
- Combination with Other Procedures: Can be combined with breast lift, augmentation, or facial enhancements
- Precision Placement: Targets areas needing volume correction for optimal symmetry
Recovery & Aftercare
- Light activities can resume within 1–2 days
- Swelling and bruising usually subside within 1–2 weeks
- Avoid pressure or strenuous exercise on treated areas for 2–4 weeks
- Compression garments recommended for donor areas if needed
- Follow-up visits ensure proper integration and fat survival
Results & Longevity
- Immediate improvement in contour and volume is visible
- Optimal results appear after 2–3 months as swelling subsides
- Long-lasting results, though some fat may be naturally reabsorbed
- Korean surgeons emphasize natural contour, symmetry, and soft tissue feel
- Touch-ups may be performed periodically for maintenance
Treatment Process in Korea
Korea is a leading destination for fat grafting touch-ups due to advanced techniques, high precision, and patient-focused care:
- Consultation & Assessment: Evaluate areas needing touch-up and donor sites
- Customized Plan: Determine volume needed and donor site selection
- Fat Harvesting & Purification: Gentle liposuction and preparation of fat cells
- Microinjection Procedure: Careful placement in layers to enhance contour and survival
- Post-Operative Care: Compression, activity guidelines, and monitoring
- Follow-Up Visits: Assess fat integration, symmetry, and touch-up needs
- Medical Tourism Support: English-speaking coordinators, recovery accommodations, and guidance for international patients
Cost Range
The cost of fat grafting touch-up in Korea varies depending on treated area and volume:
- Small Volume Touch-Up (Face, Small Breast Areas): ₩2,000,000 – ₩4,000,000 KRW
(Approx. $1,500 – $3,000 USD) - Medium Volume Touch-Up (Breasts, Larger Areas): ₩5,000,000 – ₩8,000,000 KRW
(Approx. $3,800 – $6,100 USD) - Large Volume or Combination Touch-Up: ₩8,000,000 – ₩12,000,000 KRW
(Approx. $6,100 – $9,200 USD)
Additional Costs:
- Pre-operative consultation and imaging: ₩50,000 – ₩150,000 KRW ($40 – $115 USD)
- Donor site compression garments or post-op care: ₩50,000 – ₩200,000 KRW ($40 – $150 USD)
- Follow-up visits: ₩50,000 – ₩100,000 KRW ($40 – $75 USD)
Popular Clinics
Top Korean clinics for fat grafting touch-ups include:
- Banobagi Plastic Surgery Clinic – expert in breast and facial fat grafting
- JK Plastic Surgery Center – internationally accredited, skilled in precise touch-ups
- ID Hospital Seoul – advanced microinjection techniques for optimal fat survival
- View Plastic Surgery Hospital – focuses on natural contour and symmetry
- Regen Plastic Surgery – integrates touch-up procedures with prior surgeries for seamless results
