Composite Breast Augmentation in Korea

Ultrasound-Guided Fat Grafting

Treatment Overview

Composite Breast Augmentation in Korea is an advanced breast enhancement technique that combines traditional breast implants with autologous fat transfer. This dual approach provides both volume and natural contouring, creating a fuller, more natural breast shape. The implant provides long-lasting structure, while the fat grafting smooths transitions, improves softness, and corrects minor asymmetry. Korean surgeons are recognized for their expertise in combining implants and fat transfer to deliver natural, aesthetic, and long-lasting results.


Purpose & Benefits

  • Optimal Volume & Shape: Combines implant support with fat for a natural, soft contour.
  • Natural-Looking Results: Fat grafting smooths edges and improves breast texture.
  • Corrects Asymmetry: Fat transfer can adjust minor differences in volume or shape.
  • Dual Enhancement: Provides more nuanced shaping than implants alone.
  • Minimally Invasive Fat Transfer: Small incisions for fat grafting with minimal scarring.
  • Customizable Contouring: Surgeons can sculpt upper pole, cleavage, or lateral areas precisely.

Ideal Candidates

  • Women seeking fuller, natural-looking breasts with both implants and fat enhancement.
  • Patients desiring soft, smooth contouring over the implant.
  • Individuals with minor breast asymmetry or uneven contour.
  • Patients with sufficient donor fat in areas such as abdomen, thighs, or flanks for transfer.
  • Women looking for enhanced cleavage and upper pole fullness beyond standard implants.

Possible Risks & Complications

  • Mild swelling or bruising at donor and recipient sites.
  • Partial fat resorption (minor volume reduction may occur over time).
  • Small lumps or oil cysts from fat grafting (rare).
  • Standard implant risks: capsular contracture, implant displacement, or rupture (very rare with modern implants).
  • Infection, hematoma, or fat necrosis (very rare with experienced surgeons).
  • May require additional touch-up sessions for optimal symmetry.

Surgical Techniques Used

  1. Breast Implant Placement: Implants placed either subglandular or submuscular depending on patient anatomy.
  2. Fat Harvesting: Liposuction from donor areas to obtain high-quality fat cells.
  3. Fat Purification: Fat is filtered to isolate viable cells for safe grafting.
  4. Precision Fat Injection: Fat is injected in micro-layers around the implant for natural contouring.
  5. Combined Shaping: Surgeons sculpt the breast to balance implant volume with natural fat for smooth edges.

Recovery & Aftercare

  • Mild bruising and swelling for 1–2 weeks.
  • Light activities can resume within 5–7 days.
  • Compression garments may be recommended for donor areas.
  • Avoid heavy lifting, strenuous exercise, or breast pressure for 3–4 weeks.
  • Full recovery typically within 4–6 weeks.
  • Final results visible after 3–6 months, as fat stabilizes and swelling subsides.

Results & Longevity

  • Full, soft, and natural breast shape with improved symmetry.
  • Enhanced upper pole fullness and smooth contour around implants.
  • Long-lasting results combining implant durability and autologous fat survival.
  • Minor touch-up sessions may be recommended for perfect symmetry.

Treatment Process in Korea

Korea is a top destination for Composite Breast Augmentation due to advanced surgical expertise and innovative fat transfer techniques:

  • Initial Consultation & Assessment: Evaluation of breast shape, implant selection, donor fat availability, and overall health.
  • 3D Imaging & Planning: Clinics often provide simulations to plan implant size, fat placement, and contouring.
  • Breast Implant Surgery: Implants are carefully placed in the optimal plane for natural appearance.
  • Donor Fat Harvesting & Purification: Fat is gently harvested and refined for grafting.
  • Precision Fat Grafting: Fat is injected in micro-layers around the implant to smooth contours and refine shape.
  • Post-Procedure Monitoring & Follow-Up: Recovery guidance, swelling monitoring, and optional touch-ups ensure optimal results.

Why Korea is a Top Destination:

  • Expertise in combining implants with autologous fat transfer for natural aesthetics.
  • Advanced fat purification and micro-injection techniques.
  • Focus on subtle, soft contouring with improved breast symmetry.
  • High patient satisfaction due to precise planning, minimally invasive techniques, and natural results.

Cost Range

The cost of Composite Breast Augmentation in Korea varies depending on implant type, fat volume, clinic reputation, surgeon expertise, and additional services:

  • Standard Composite Augmentation (moderate implant size + single donor area): USD $10,000 – $14,000
  • Advanced Volume Enhancement (larger implants + multiple donor areas): USD $14,000 – $18,000
  • With Stem Cell-Enriched Fat Transfer or Regenerative Techniques: USD $16,000 – $22,000
  • Revision or Touch-Up Sessions: USD $3,500 – $6,000 per session
  • Premium Clinics with 3D Simulation & VIP Services: USD $18,000 – $25,000
    (Costs may vary depending on surgeon experience, fat volume, implant type, and clinic location.)

Popular Clinics

  • Banobagi Plastic Surgery Clinic (Seoul): Expert in combined implant + fat transfer augmentation for natural results.
  • ID Hospital (Seoul): Specializes in high-precision composite breast enhancement and symmetry correction.
  • JK Plastic Surgery Center (Seoul): Offers advanced shaping techniques using both implants and fat grafting.
  • View Plastic Surgery Clinic (Seoul): Focused on soft, natural breast contour and minimal scarring.
  • JW Plastic Surgery (Seoul): Experienced in composite augmentation with precise fat injection for optimal aesthetics.

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