Liposuction in Korea (Seoul) | Price Estimates & Best Clinics

Quick overview

Korea is a global hub for body contouring with high surgical volume, transparent pre-op systems, and dedicated support for international patients. Most liposuction is outpatient with structured aftercare and compression-wear protocols.

Typical cost in Seoul (2025)

Actual quotes vary by area(s), fat volume, technique (PAL/ultrasound/laser), anesthesia, and whether lymphatic care or overnight monitoring is included. Ballpark ranges you’ll see advertised:

• Small area (submental/under-chin, small flanks): about ₩1.0–₩2.5 million per area.
• Arms / inner thighs / bra roll: about ₩2.0–₩4.5 million per area.
• Abdomen (single zone) or “360” abdomen+flanks packages: roughly ₩4.0–₩9.0+ million.
• Large or multi-area sets / “full body”: can exceed ₩20–30+ million depending on scope.

These brackets align with public quotes and marketplace ranges shown by hospital partners and medical travel platforms (note: marketing pages vary; always request an itemized quote).

Liposuction types you’ll see in Korea

• Tumescent (standard suction-assisted): the base technique used in most cases.
• PAL (power-assisted): vibrating cannula to speed fat removal and help with fibrous zones.
• Ultrasound-assisted (e.g., VASER-type): helps emulsify dense fat; often marketed for definition.
• Water-jet (Body-Jet/“water-assisted”): gentler fluid jet; sometimes paired with fat grafting.
• Laser-assisted (e.g., AccuLift for small zones): laser energy for tightening in select cases.
• “360 lipo” packages: circumferential abdomen/flanks/waist in one plan.

Tip: Technique choice depends on surgeon preference and your tissue characteristics—ask why a specific device is recommended for you.

Who is (and isn’t) a good candidate

Best for localized fat that resists diet/exercise at a stable weight. Not a weight-loss operation. If you have excess skin or muscle laxity (e.g., post-pregnancy abdomen), your surgeon may recommend abdominoplasty with or without lipo.

Recovery at a glance

• Day 0–3: compression garments, walking only; swelling/bruising peak early.
• Week 1–2: light activity; many return to desk work in ~3–7 days if limited areas, longer for multi-area cases.
• Week 3–6: gradual cardio/strength as cleared; contour continues to refine over 3–6 months.
• Aftercare: manual lymphatic drainage or device-based de-swelling is commonly offered. Follow your clinic’s protocol.

Safety checklist (for international patients)

• Ask for the named, board-certified plastic surgeon who will perform each step (consult, marking, lipo, closure).
• Confirm anesthesia plan and who monitors you; some centers have in-house anesthesiology teams.
• Request an itemized quote (surgeon fee, OR/time, device add-ons, compression, meds, aftercare visits).
• Korea mandates CCTV availability in operating rooms for unconscious surgeries at patient request; ask your clinic how they comply and how footage is stored.

English-friendly clinics in Seoul (shortlist)

(Independent list; not endorsements. Verify surgeon credentials, language support, and inclusions in writing.)

• Bbae Clinic (Gangnam): Government-designated clinic for foreign patients; long experience with internationals.
• Edgeline (Sinsa): English site, outlines lipo workflow and anesthesia/hospitalization details.
• Delight Body Clinic (Seocho): English site with dedicated liposuction pages and area-based approach.
• ID Hospital (Gangnam): Large English portal; body-contouring/lipo pages and recovery guides.
• Grand Plastic Surgery (Nonhyeon): English site; describes combined water-jet, power lipo, and laser modalities.

What to ask when you inquire

• Which areas are included and how many liters/cc are safe in my case?
• Which technique/device will be used and why?
• OR time estimate and whether overnight is advised for multi-area cases.
• Number/timing of follow-ups, garment duration, and aftercare visits included.
• Total cost with currency, taxes, and refund/cancellation policy.

Sample timeline for travelers

• Stay in Seoul: typically 7–14 days for multi-area cases to complete checks and aftercare; shorter for small areas. Confirm with your clinic.

Bottom line

Korea offers competitive pricing, high case volume, and streamlined aftercare for liposuction. Get two or three itemized quotes, verify your surgeon’s role on the day, and choose a clinic that communicates clearly in your language and supports you through recovery.

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