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Hip Dip Fat Grafting Cheongdam Seoul Korea | Hip Augmentation | ARTNER WhatsApp
Body Sculpting · Cheongdam-dong · 2026

Hip Dip Fat Grafting in
Cheongdam, Seoul.

Hip dip correction using fat harvested from your abdomen or thighs, by Dr. Hye-woo Pyeon — Internal Medicine Specialist and Director of ARTNER Cheongdam. Natural curves, lasting results.

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Smooth hip contour result after hip dip fat grafting at ARTNER Cheongdam Seoul Korea — violin hips corrected
Quick Answer · TL;DR

Hip dip fat grafting at ARTNER in Cheongdam, Seoul, Korea corrects 'violin hips' by transplanting 150–400cc of your own fat per side from abdomen/thighs to the lateral hip. By Dr. Hye-woo Pyeon, takes 2–3 hours, costs $4,500–$6,500 USD, with 4–6 month final result. Combines liposuction harvest with grafting.

Medically Reviewed By
Dr. Hye-woo Pyeon (편혜우)
Internal Medicine Specialist · Director, ARTNER Cheongdam Branch · Yeungnam Univ. Medical School · former Gachon Univ. Gil Hospital · ART-TUNE/ART-BODY Clinical Advisor · Member, Korean Association of Internal Medicine · Korean Society for the Study of Obesity
Last reviewed: May 9, 2026
Procedure
2–3h
Anesthesia
Twilight
Fat Injected
150–400cc/side
Cost (USD)
$4.5–6.5K
Office
7–10 days
Final
4–6 mo
Featured Results

Real patients, real results.

Hip Dip Fat Grafting before — Case 01
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Hip Dip Fat Grafting after at 3 months — Case 01
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Hip Dip Fat Grafting before — Case 02
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Hip Dip Fat Grafting after at 4 months — Case 02
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Result disclosure: Photos are real ARTNER Cheongdam patients with written consent for medical advertising use, in compliance with Korean Medical Service Act. Results vary by individual. Faces anonymized by default.
In This Guide
  1. What Is Hip Dip Fat Grafting?
  2. Why ARTNER — Internal Medicine Approach
  3. Techniques: VASER vs Tumescent vs Laser
  4. Are You a Good Candidate?
  5. Transparent Cost (USD/KRW)
  6. Recovery Timeline (Day 1 to Month 6)
  7. Risks & Honest Safety Disclosure
  8. For International Patients
  9. Frequently Asked Questions
  10. Book a Consultation
01 · Procedure Overview

What is hip dip fat grafting ?

Hip dip fat grafting is a two-stage surgical procedure that corrects 'violin hips' (the lateral hip depression visible between the iliac crest and outer thigh) by harvesting fat from the abdomen, flanks, or thighs via gentle liposuction and transplanting it into the hip dip area.

Hip dips — also called 'violin hips' — are the natural inward curve between the hip bone (iliac crest) and the outer thigh, visible as a depression on the side silhouette. Despite social media framing them as a 'flaw,' hip dips are a normal anatomical feature determined by skeletal structure (pelvic shape, femur attachment) and fat distribution. They cannot be eliminated by exercise — squats and hip-thrusts build muscle around but cannot fill the bony depression itself.

The only structural correction is autologous fat transfer (fat grafting) — using your own body fat, harvested via specialized low-suction liposuction, processed to concentrate viable fat cells, and re-injected into the hip dip area to fill the depression and create a continuous hip-to-thigh curve. This is fundamentally different from synthetic hip fillers (which use hyaluronic acid or other materials and last 6–18 months). Fat grafting is permanent — once the transplanted fat establishes blood supply at month 4–6, it remains for life.

At ARTNER Clinic Cheongdam Branch in Gangnam, Seoul, hip dip fat grafting is performed under twilight sedation in a 2–3 hour procedure. Dr. Hye-woo Pyeon uses Body-Jet WAL (water-jet) technology for the harvest stage — preserving 80–90% adipocyte viability — then injects 150–400cc per side via 2mm cannulas in micro-droplet technique to maximize graft survival.

How the procedure works (3 stages)

  1. Stage 1 — Harvest — fat is gently extracted from donor sites (typically abdomen, flanks, outer thighs) using Body-Jet WAL low-suction technology. Pulsed saline jets dislodge fat with minimal cell damage. Donor site is simultaneously contoured for double aesthetic benefit.
  2. Stage 2 — Processing — harvested fat is centrifuged and filtered to concentrate viable adipocytes, removing damaged cells, blood, and tumescent fluid. Only structurally intact fat cells with high survival potential are used for grafting.
  3. Stage 3 — Grafting — purified fat is injected into the hip dip area via 2mm cannulas using micro-droplet technique. 150–400cc placed per side (volume depends on hip dip depth and patient anatomy), distributed across multiple tissue layers for even contour and optimal blood supply.
  4. Pre-operative evaluation — blood test, ECG, physical exam, and stable-weight verification (weight fluctuations affect graft retention significantly). Stop smoking 4 weeks prior — nicotine reduces graft survival by 30–40%.
  5. Post-procedure positioning — strict no-pressure-on-hips protocol for 6 weeks. Patients sleep on stomach or back (never side), avoid sitting on hard surfaces, use BBL-style cushions when sitting becomes necessary.
  6. Compression — donor site (abdomen/thighs) wears NO compression garment required (ART-FAT signature). Hip area is NOT compressed — pressure damages newly-grafted fat cells.
02 · The ARTNER Difference

The internal medicine difference.

Hip dip fat grafting outcomes depend entirely on graft survival — the percentage of transplanted fat cells that establish new blood supply and remain permanently. Dr. Hye-woo Pyeon's combined internal medicine and aesthetic expertise, combined with Body-Jet WAL technology, optimizes graft viability at every stage.

Dr. Hye-woo Pyeon — full credentials

Most plastic surgery clinics treat liposuction as a purely cosmetic measurement. At ARTNER, your consultation begins with a metabolic and obesity-medicine evaluation — assessing hormonal balance, body composition, and underlying health factors — because Dr. Pyeon trained as an internal medicine specialist before specializing in aesthetic body contouring.

  • Internal Medicine Specialist — Former Internal Medicine Specialist at Gachon University Gil Medical Center
  • Active Member, Korean Society for the Study of Obesity — current research and clinical involvement
  • Full Member, Korean Association of Internal Medicine — ongoing peer accountability
  • Clinical Advisor to TuneFace, TuneBody, Accent Prime, and Alvogen Korea
  • Qwo Cimia Key Doctor designation
  • Medical Advisory Committee Member, Tae-yu Law Firm
  • Education — Yeungnam University College of Medicine + Sungkyunkwan University Bioengineering

What this means for your hip dip fat grafting

  1. Body-Jet WAL harvest technology — pulsed saline jets dislodge fat at 0.5–1 bar pressure, preserving 80–90% adipocyte viability vs 50–60% with standard tumescent harvest. This directly translates to higher graft retention.
  2. Metabolic context for graft survival — patients with insulin resistance, thyroid dysfunction, or hormonal imbalances have lower fat-graft retention rates. Dr. Pyeon's internal medicine evaluation identifies and addresses these factors before surgery.
  3. Realistic volume and weight stability counseling — fat grafts shrink and grow with body weight. Patients planning weight loss after surgery will lose graft volume; patients planning weight gain will gain volume in hips. ARTNER counsels honestly on stable-weight requirements.

The ARTNER System — 2:1 intensive management

Every foreign patient receives:

  • 2:1 Intensive Management — dedicated surgeon and consultant working in tandem on your case
  • Responsible Medical Care — procedures performed by Dr. Pyeon personally, not delegated
  • Close Coaching — 1-on-1 dedicated international patient coordinator from inquiry through 6 months post-procedure (especially important for fat grafting follow-up)
03 · Technique Selection

Different abdomens, different techniques.

Hip dip correction can be approached three ways: autologous fat grafting (permanent), synthetic hip fillers (temporary), or 'fake' optical correction with shapewear. ARTNER offers fat grafting as the only durable surgical option.

Technique Best For Recovery Skin Tightening Cost (USD)
Tumescent(Standard) Soft-fat abdomens, smaller volumes, first-time liposuction 5–7 days office Minimal $3,500–4,200
VASER(Ultrasound) Fibrous abdomens, definition work, secondary procedures 5–7 days office Moderate $4,500–5,500
Water-Jet (WAL) Combined fat-grafting cases (BBL, face) 5–7 days office Minimal $4,200–5,200
Laser-Assisted Mild skin laxity, smaller volumes 5–7 days office Mild–moderate $4,200–5,000
360 (Full Torso) Abdomen + flanks + back combined 7–10 days office Technique-dependent $7,500–11,000

Dr. Pyeon discusses the optimal technique with you during consultation based on a physical exam. Most patients with typical Asian or Western abdomens respond well to tumescent or VASER. Read the deeper guides below for technique-specific details.

04 · Candidate Framework

Are you a good candidate ?

Hip dip fat grafting is most effective for patients with stable BMI 22–28, sufficient harvestable fat at donor sites (abdomen, flanks, or thighs), good general health, and realistic understanding that 30–40% of grafted fat will not survive the integration process.

You're a good candidate if

  • BMI 22–28 with stable weight 6+ months
  • Visible hip dip on side silhouette
  • Sufficient donor fat (abdomen/flank/thigh)
  • Skin elasticity moderate to good
  • Healthy adult age 25–50
  • Realistic expectations of 60–70% retention
  • Non-smoker (4 weeks pre-op minimum)
  • Willing to follow no-pressure protocol 6 weeks

Borderline · requires consultation

  • BMI 28–32 (more donor fat available, more fluctuation risk)
  • Limited donor fat (very thin patients)
  • History of major weight fluctuations
  • Insulin resistance (lower graft retention)
  • Thyroid dysfunction (untreated)
  • Active fitness goals (potential weight loss)
  • Travel-heavy work (sitting restrictions difficult)
  • Wanting hip dip + 2 other major procedures

Not suitable

  • BMI under 19 (insufficient donor fat)
  • BMI 35+ (lifestyle medicine first)
  • Active bleeding/clotting disorders
  • Active smoker unwilling to stop 4 weeks
  • Pregnancy or planning pregnancy within 1 year
  • Body dysmorphic disorder
  • Cannot follow 6-week sitting restrictions
  • Patients seeking dramatic 'shelf' result (refer to BBL specialist)

The most important reality check: hip dip fat grafting is a refinement procedure, not a Brazilian Butt Lift. ARTNER targets natural-looking hip-to-thigh continuity, not dramatic 'shelf' contour. Send us photos (front, side, back, both sides) via WhatsApp for free preliminary candidacy and donor-site assessment. Read also: Hip dip grafting vs Brazilian Butt Lift — different goals · Fat graft survival — what affects retention.

05 · Transparent Pricing

Transparent cost, no surprises.

Hip dip fat grafting at ARTNER Cheongdam costs $4,500–$6,500 USD (₩6,300,000–₩9,100,000), with all standard inclusions covered. Combined hip dip + saddlebag removal (using outer thigh fat as donor) costs $6,500–$8,500 — the most aesthetically efficient combination.

Foreign Patient Pricing 2026
$4,500–$6,500
Hip dip grafting only · Combined w/ thigh saddlebag $6,500–$8,500 · Combined w/ flanks $5,500–$7,500

What's included in the quoted price

Component Hip Dip Only Hip Dip + Saddlebag Combined
Surgical procedure(harvest + processing + graft) $4,500–$6,500 $6,500–$8,500
Body-Jet WAL technology fee Included Included
Twilight sedation anesthesia Included Included
Pre-operative blood test & ECG Included Included
Donor-site NO compression garment required (ART-FAT signature) Included Included
BBL-style sitting cushion Included Included
3 follow-up visits in Seoul Included Included
English-language operative report Included Included
6-month WhatsApp follow-up Included Included
Initial consultation fee (waived if treatment proceeds) ₩30,000 ($21) ₩30,000 ($21)

Optional add-ons (foreign patient)

Service Price When Useful
English Medical Diagnosis Letter ₩20,000 (~$14) Insurance reimbursement at home
Surgery Confirmation Letter ₩3,000 (~$2) Sick leave, follow-up doctor
Medical Records Copy (1–5 pages) ₩1,000 (~$1) Continuing care abroad
Imaging CD ₩10,000 (~$7) Pre/post-op imaging for home doctor
Lymphatic drainage massage (per session) ₩50,000–80,000 Recovery acceleration weeks 1–4

No hidden costs. Body-Jet WAL technology is included in the base price (premium harvest method that increases graft survival 25–35% over standard tumescent). The BBL-style sitting cushion (essential during 6-week recovery) is also included. See our complete hidden cost guide for what to ask any clinic before booking.

For specific cost comparison vs your home country: Korea vs USA · vs Thailand & Mexico

06 · Recovery Timeline

Day 1 to month 6, day by day.

Hip dip fat grafting recovery is unique — it has the strictest post-operative protocol of any ARTNER procedure. No pressure on the hips for 6 weeks (no side-sleeping, no sitting without BBL cushion), and the final result emerges progressively over 4–6 months as grafted fat establishes blood supply.

First 24 Hours
Recovery suite observation, then hotel rest
Compression garment applied immediately. Light tumescent fluid drainage from incisions is normal and expected. Gentle walking encouraged every 2 hours to prevent blood clots. Pain manageable with prescribed medication. Stay at hotel near ARTNER Cheongdam.
Days 2–3
Peak swelling and bruising
Maximum swelling typically peaks day 3. Bruising shifts from purple to greenish-yellow. Continue garment 24/7. Begin gentle walks 20–30 minutes 2× daily. Most patients can manage cafe outings in Cheongdam-dong but should avoid prolonged standing.
Days 4–7
Stitch removal and discharge
Suture removal at day 7. First post-op photo documentation. Initial swelling subsides 30–40%. Patients typically return to office work day 5–7 if their job is sedentary. International patients commonly fly home around day 7–10.
Weeks 2–4
Daily life resumes, lymphatic drainage starts
Light cardio (treadmill, indoor cycling) approved at week 2. Lymphatic drainage massage begins to reduce fibrosis. Garment switches to daytime-only at week 3. Visible swelling reduced 60–70%. Some firmness ("brick feel") in treated area is normal — fibrosis resolves over months 2–3.
Weeks 4–8
Full activity, contour emerges
Full physical activity including weightlifting and intense cardio approved at week 4–6. Garment discontinued at week 6. Final contour 70–80% visible. Bruising fully resolved. Most patients consider this the "social return" milestone — comfortable in fitted clothing.
Months 3–6
Final result — stabilization
Residual deep swelling fully resolves. Final body contour stabilizes. Skin retraction completes. Scars fade from pink to faint dots. Result is permanent — fat cells removed do not regenerate, though remaining cells can still enlarge with significant weight gain.

For day-by-day specifics: Complete day-by-day recovery guide · Sitting restrictions after fat grafting · Maximizing fat graft survival

07 · Honest Safety Disclosure

Risks & honest disclosure.

Hip dip fat grafting carries combined risks of two procedures — liposuction harvest and fat injection grafting. The most relevant fat-graft-specific risks are graft loss, asymmetry, and fat embolism (extremely rare with hip-area injection vs gluteal BBL injection).

Graft loss (volume reduction)

30–40% of grafted fat is reabsorbed by the body during the 4–6 month integration period. This is expected and not a complication. Final retention 60–70% is the realistic target.

Asymmetric retention

Each hip may retain different graft volumes. Persistent significant asymmetry past 6 months may require touch-up grafting (typically 5–10% of cases).

Fat necrosis (cysts/lumps)

Some grafted fat that fails to establish blood supply may form firm lumps or oil cysts. Most resolve over 6–12 months. Persistent lumps may require aspiration or excision.

Donor-site irregularity

Same risk as standard liposuction at donor sites (abdomen, thighs, flanks). Conservative harvest technique and ARTNER's WAL approach minimize this.

Fat embolism (extremely rare for hip)

Risk is much lower for hip grafting than gluteal BBL because injection avoids the gluteal vein. Sub-dermal/sub-muscular technique at hip dip area further reduces risk.

Infection

Rare with proper sterile technique. Reported rate <1%. ARTNER protocol includes prophylactic antibiotic and strict sterility during processing and grafting.

Volume changes with weight

Grafted fat behaves like the donor-site fat — gains volume with weight gain, loses with weight loss. Significant weight change post-op affects hip contour.

Need for touch-up grafting

Patients seeking dramatic correction may benefit from secondary grafting at month 6+. Single-session results are typically subtle-to-moderate, not dramatic.

How ARTNER minimizes risk for hip dip fat grafting specifically

  • Body-Jet WAL harvest — preserves 80–90% adipocyte viability vs 50–60% with standard tumescent harvest, directly improving retention rates
  • Centrifuge-based processing — concentrates structurally intact fat cells, removes damaged cells, blood, and fluid
  • Micro-droplet injection technique — small fat parcels distributed across multiple tissue planes maximize blood supply access for graft survival
  • Sub-dermal/sub-muscular hip injection only — avoids vascular injection planes, virtually eliminating fat embolism risk
  • Strict no-pressure protocol enforcement — 6-week sitting restrictions, BBL cushion provided, written protocol in English
  • Stable weight requirement — patients with planned weight changes are counseled to delay surgery for stable retention
  • Pre-op metabolic screening — Dr. Pyeon's internal medicine evaluation identifies factors affecting graft retention
  • 6-month post-op follow-up via WhatsApp for all foreign patients

For deeper discussion: Complete risks & complications guide · What affects fat graft retention · Hip dip grafting vs BBL — risk comparison

09 · For International Patients

Medical tourism,
simplified.

ARTNER Cheongdam has dedicated international patient infrastructure for hip dip fat grafting. Foreign patients should plan a longer Seoul stay (10–14 days minimum) and budget 6 weeks of strict sitting restrictions after returning home. The procedure is highly popular with patients combining with saddlebag removal for double aesthetic benefit.

Travel & Visa

Visa: K-ETA exemption applies to 66 countries; C-3-3 medical visa available with our invitation letter.

Airport access: Incheon (ICN) → Cheongdam in 60–90 min via AREX + taxi or hotel pickup.

See: Visa guide · Airport access

Recovery Stay in Seoul

Hotels: Park Hyatt Seoul, Imperial Palace, Glad Gangnam — all walking distance from ARTNER.

Stay length: 7 days minimum single area, 10–14 days for 360.

See: Hotel guide · Stay length guide

Insurance Documentation

English Medical Diagnosis (₩20,000 / ~$14)
Surgery Confirmation Letter (₩3,000 / ~$2)
Outpatient Treatment Confirmation (₩3,000 / ~$2)
Medical Records Copy (₩1,000–100 per page)
Imaging CD for home doctor (₩10,000 / ~$7)

Korean medical tourism 10% VAT tax refund eligible.

Multilingual Support

English consultation conducted by trained international patient coordinators relaying to Dr. Hye-woo Pyeon. Translation also available in 中文 (Chinese) and 日本語 (Japanese).

Specific guides: USFK military · Itaewon & Hannam expats

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10 · FAQ

Frequently asked
questions.

Twelve detailed answers to the questions international patients ask most before booking. For anything not covered here, message us on WhatsApp — we reply within 24 hours.

How much does hip dip fat grafting cost in Cheongdam, Seoul, Korea?
Hip dip fat grafting at ARTNER Cheongdam costs $4,500–$6,500 USD (₩6,300,000–₩9,100,000) for hip dip correction only. Combined with saddlebag removal (using outer thigh fat as donor) costs $6,500–$8,500; combined with flank liposuction costs $5,500–$7,500. The base price includes Body-Jet WAL harvest technology, twilight sedation, pre-operative tests, donor-site lymphatic drainage care (NO compression garment — ART-FAT signature), BBL-style sitting cushion, three follow-up visits, English operative report, and 6-month WhatsApp follow-up.
How much hip dip correction is realistic? Will I get a 'shelf' look?
Hip dip fat grafting at ARTNER targets natural-looking hip-to-thigh continuity, not dramatic 'shelf' contour. Realistic results: subtle to moderate filling of the depression, smoother side silhouette, and improved appearance in fitted clothing. Patients seeking the dramatic shelf result associated with Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) should look at gluteal-area grafting instead, performed by BBL specialists. Hip dip grafting and BBL are different procedures with different goals and different risk profiles.
How long do the results last? Is fat grafting permanent?
Yes — fat grafting is permanent. Once grafted fat establishes blood supply at month 4–6, those fat cells remain for life. However, grafted fat behaves like the donor-site fat: it gains volume with weight gain and loses with weight loss. Realistic retention is 60–70% of injected volume — meaning if 300cc is injected per side, 180–210cc remains permanently. ARTNER counsels honestly about this expectation rather than promising 100% retention.
Why is fat grafting better than synthetic hip fillers?
Synthetic hip fillers (hyaluronic acid like Juvéderm, or biostimulators like Sculptra) are temporary — they last 6–18 months and require repeated injections forever. Cumulative cost over 5 years often exceeds the one-time fat grafting cost. Synthetic fillers also use foreign material that can migrate, cause allergic reactions, or form granulomas. Autologous fat grafting uses your own tissue, has no rejection risk, and the result is permanent once integrated. ARTNER recommends fillers only for very thin patients without harvestable fat.
Am I a good candidate for hip dip fat grafting at ARTNER?
You are likely a good candidate if your BMI is 22–28, you have visible hip dips, sufficient donor fat (abdomen, flanks, or thighs), stable weight 6+ months, and are a non-smoker (or willing to stop 4 weeks pre-op). Patients with BMI under 19 typically lack sufficient donor fat. Patients seeking dramatic 'shelf' results should consider BBL with a specialist. Dr. Hye-woo Pyeon's Internal Medicine evaluation also screens for thyroid or insulin issues that affect graft retention rates.
What is Body-Jet WAL and why does ARTNER use it for fat grafting?
Body-Jet WAL (Water-Assisted Liposuction) uses pulsed saline jets to gently dislodge fat cells before suction. This preserves 80–90% of adipocyte viability — meaning 80–90% of harvested fat cells are still alive and structurally intact. Standard tumescent harvest preserves only 50–60% viability. Higher cell viability translates directly to higher graft retention rates after transfer. ARTNER includes Body-Jet WAL in the base price for fat grafting because graft survival is the entire success metric of this procedure.
Why are sitting restrictions so strict (6 weeks)?
Newly grafted fat cells must establish new blood supply (neovascularization) to survive. This process takes 4–6 weeks. Any pressure on the grafted area during this window crushes fat cells and prevents blood vessel formation, killing the graft. Side-sleeping, sitting on hard surfaces, and even tight clothing can cause graft loss. ARTNER provides a BBL-style sitting cushion (designed to displace pressure to thighs), enforces strict positioning, and provides written protocol in English for home use after Seoul departure.
Can hip dip grafting be combined with saddlebag (outer thigh) liposuction?
Yes — and this combination is one of ARTNER's most aesthetically efficient. Outer thigh saddlebag fat is the ideal donor source for hip dip grafting: it removes saddlebag bulk (improving thigh silhouette) and fills the hip dip depression (improving hip silhouette) in the same 2.5–3 hour session. This single-session double-effect addresses both the lateral hip and outer thigh from one procedure. Combined cost: $6,500–$8,500 USD.
How long do I need to stay in Seoul after hip dip fat grafting?
We recommend a minimum 10–14 day Seoul stay for hip dip fat grafting — longer than most other procedures because of strict sitting restrictions and slower swelling resolution. This allows for stitch removal at day 7, garment fitting, two follow-up visits, and clearance to fly with BBL cushion. Long flights post-op require an aisle seat for periodic standing/walking and BBL cushion for the seat. Recommended Cheongdam hotels include Park Hyatt Seoul, Imperial Palace, and Glad Gangnam — all within walking distance of ARTNER.
Can I lose weight after hip dip fat grafting?
Significant weight loss after surgery will reduce hip volume — grafted fat behaves like donor-site fat. ARTNER recommends achieving stable goal weight 6+ months before surgery. Patients with active weight loss goals should delay grafting until weight stabilizes. Small fluctuations (5–10 lbs) are tolerable; major weight loss (20+ lbs) will visibly reduce hip volume. If you're uncertain about weight stability, fat grafting may not be the right timing yet.
What language is the consultation in?
Consultations are conducted in English by trained international patient coordinators who relay clinical details to and from Dr. Hye-woo Pyeon. Translation is also available in Chinese (中文) and Japanese (日本語). Patients can submit questions in advance via WhatsApp (+82-10-5088-8038), WeChat (artnercd), LINE (@157rmdez), or email (artnercd4@naver.com).
What if I have complications after returning home?
ARTNER provides 24/7 WhatsApp follow-up with the international patient team for 6 months post-procedure — fat grafting specifically benefits from this extended follow-up because graft retention can only be assessed at month 4–6. We provide a comprehensive English operative report for your home doctor, can communicate directly with your home physician if needed, and offer video follow-up consultations. We monitor for fat necrosis lumps through month 6 and discuss potential touch-up grafting if final retention is asymmetric.
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