What is non-surgical body lifting at ARTNER Cheongdam?
Non-surgical body lifting (바디리프팅) is ARTNER's body skin tightening program using ALMA Accent Prime ultrasound + radiofrequency device. It tightens loose body skin without surgery — ideal for: post-weight-loss skin laxity, post-pregnancy abdominal laxity, age-related body skin sagging, post-liposuction skin retraction enhancement. Treatment areas: abdomen, flanks, thighs, arms, buttocks, posterior arms. Dr. Hye-woo Pyeon serves as Accent Prime Clinical Advisor.
How does Accent Prime body lifting work?
Accent Prime combines two technologies in single device: (1) Ultrasound — penetrates fat layer, breaks up cellulite, stimulates collagen; (2) Radiofrequency (RF) — heats deep tissue, contracts existing collagen, stimulates new collagen formation. Combined effect: visible skin tightening within 4-8 weeks, continued improvement 3-6 months. Sessions are virtually painless ('like a spa treatment'). FDA + KFDA approved equipment. Recommended 6-10 sessions for visible results, spaced 1-2 weeks apart.
How much does body lifting cost?
Body lifting pricing: Single session per body area $200-$400 USD; Standard 6-session program for abdomen $1,500-$2,400; 8-session comprehensive abdomen + flanks $2,000-$3,200; 10-session multi-area program $2,500-$4,500. Foreign patient package programs offer significant savings vs single sessions. Many patients combine body lifting with ART-FAT signature liposuction (3 sessions included in ART-FAT) — additional sessions for enhanced tightening.
Who is body lifting recommended for?
Body lifting recommended for: (1) Patients with mild-moderate body skin laxity (age 30-65 typical); (2) Post-weight-loss patients with residual loose skin; (3) Post-pregnancy abdominal laxity; (4) Patients post-liposuction wanting enhanced skin retraction; (5) Patients seeking non-surgical alternative to body lift surgery; (6) Patients with cellulite concerns. NOT appropriate for: severe skin laxity requiring surgical lift, pregnant patients, active body infection, patients with active body cancer, patients on blood thinners requiring careful monitoring.
Is body lifting painful?
Body lifting is virtually painless — most patients describe sessions as 'warm spa massage'. Sensation: warm radiofrequency feeling, slight buzz from ultrasound. No anesthesia needed. Sessions take 30-60 minutes per area. Patients return to normal activity immediately. Possible mild redness 1-2 hours post-session, dissipates quickly. No bruising, no recovery time, no compression garments. Compare to surgical body lift (4-8 week recovery, significant scarring) — body lifting is dramatically less invasive.
How does body lifting compare to ART-FAT signature liposuction?
Different goals: ART-FAT removes fat (volume reduction); Body Lifting tightens skin (skin retraction). Many patients combine both: ART-FAT removes excess fat, then Body Lifting tightens any residual loose skin. Pre-liposuction patients with significant skin laxity often start with body lifting first to assess skin retraction capacity. Post-liposuction patients use additional body lifting sessions for enhanced contour. Dr. Pyeon designs personalized combinations during consultation.
