Treatment Overview
Hip Dimple Fat Grafting in Korea is a cosmetic procedure that enhances the curves of the hips by filling in the hip dips (violin hips)—the inward depressions that appear between the buttocks and outer thighs. This procedure uses autologous fat transfer, where fat is harvested from donor areas such as the abdomen, thighs, or flanks, purified, and carefully injected into the hip dimples to create a smooth, rounded, and feminine silhouette.
Korean surgeons are internationally recognized for their precision in body contouring and fat grafting techniques, focusing on achieving balanced hourglass proportions while minimizing scars. Hip dimple fat grafting is often performed in combination with buttock augmentation or waist liposuction for complete lower-body reshaping.
Purpose & Benefits
- Fills Hip Dips: Smooths out indentations for a rounder hip line.
- Creates Hourglass Silhouette: Enhances harmony between waist, hips, and buttocks.
- Natural Results: Uses your own fat for softness and realism.
- Dual Contouring Effect: Liposuction slims donor areas while augmenting the hips.
- Minimal Scarring: Tiny incisions hidden in natural folds.
- Boosted Confidence: Improves feminine curves and fashion fit.
Ideal Candidates
- Individuals with visible hip dips who want a smoother curve.
- Patients with enough donor fat in abdomen, thighs, or flanks.
- Adults in good health with stable weight.
- Non-smokers with good skin elasticity.
- Those wanting subtle, natural enhancement without implants.
Possible Risks & Complications
- Temporary swelling, bruising, and soreness in donor and grafted areas.
- Fat resorption (20–40% of transferred fat may be absorbed naturally).
- Slight asymmetry (may require a touch-up session).
- Rare risks: infection, fat necrosis, or oil cysts.
- Tiny scars from liposuction entry points (fade with time).
- Very rare risk of fat embolism (minimized by ultrasound-guided injections in Korean clinics).
Surgical Techniques Used
- Liposuction Fat Harvesting: Fat collected from abdomen, flanks, or thighs.
- Fat Purification: Processed to separate healthy fat cells.
- Layered Injection Technique: Fat injected in multiple layers for even distribution and survival.
- Ultrasound-Guided Fat Grafting (premium clinics): Enhances safety and precision.
- Combination Contouring: Often paired with buttock or waist reshaping for overall proportion.
Recovery & Aftercare
- 1–2 weeks: Swelling and bruising gradually improve.
- Compression garments worn for 3–4 weeks on donor sites.
- 2–3 weeks: Resume light activities; avoid pressure on grafted areas.
- 4–6 weeks: Return to full physical activity.
- 3–6 months: Final results visible as fat stabilizes.
Special Aftercare Notes:
- Sleep on stomach or side to protect fat graft survival.
- Avoid direct pressure on hips for at least 2–3 weeks.
- Follow-up visits recommended to monitor fat retention.
Results & Longevity
- Smoother, fuller hip curves with natural roundness.
- Improved waist-to-hip ratio for hourglass shape.
- Permanent fat removal in donor areas.
- Long-lasting results with 60–80% fat survival rate.
- Touch-up grafting may be required in some cases.
Treatment Process in Korea
1. Initial Consultation & Assessment
- Surgeons evaluate hip dips, donor fat areas, and desired shape.
- 3D body imaging often used in premium clinics to preview outcomes.
2. Surgical Planning & Preparation
- Mapping of liposuction and injection areas.
- Anesthesia options: local with sedation or general.
3. Surgery Day
- Liposuction performed on abdomen, thighs, or flanks.
- Fat purified and prepared for injection.
- Fat carefully grafted into hip dips for smooth, rounded contour.
- Symmetry and proportion checked before completion.
4. Post-Operative Monitoring
- Compression garments applied to donor areas.
- Patients discharged same day in most cases.
- Aftercare instructions provided for sitting, sleeping, and activity.
5. Follow-Up & Refinement
- Follow-up visits at 1 week, 1 month, and 3 months.
- Optional touch-up grafting for optimal results.
Why Korea is a Top Destination
- Surgeons highly skilled in hip and lower-body contouring.
- Advanced fat grafting techniques with ultrasound guidance for safety.
- Emphasis on natural curves and proportional results.
- Clinics often provide combination packages for hips, waist, and buttocks.
- Affordable compared to Western countries while offering world-class quality.
Cost Range
The cost of Hip Dimple Fat Grafting in Korea depends on fat volume, technique, and clinic reputation.
- Small Hip Dip Correction (Minor Fat Transfer): USD $3,000 – $5,000
- Standard Hip Fat Grafting (Both Sides with Liposuction): USD $5,000 – $7,500
- 360° Lower Body Contouring (Waist, Abdomen, Thighs + Hip Grafting): USD $7,500 – $11,000
- Premium Clinics (3D Imaging, Ultrasound-Guided, VIP Packages): USD $9,000 – $13,000
Additional Costs:
- Consultation & imaging: USD $100 – $300
- Compression garments: USD $50 – $150
- Medications & aftercare: USD $100 – $200
Popular Clinics
- Banobagi Plastic Surgery (Seoul): Specialists in hip and body contouring.
- ID Hospital (Seoul): Experts in 360° liposuction + hip reshaping.
- JK Plastic Surgery Center (Seoul): JCI-accredited, natural fat grafting results.
- View Plastic Surgery Clinic (Seoul): Known for advanced hip and buttock augmentation.
- JW Plastic Surgery (Seoul): Customized hip dip correction with fat transfer.
