Thigh liposuction in Seoul: how to reduce swelling when lower body edema is severe
Patient Registration Info
| Age | Weight | Height | BMI |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30s |
64kg |
169cm |
22 |
Surgical site
Surgical site :Thigh｜ liposuction volume : 3,800cc
Some of our patients
have already reached
their target body weight.
However, when standing
in front of a mirror
or choosing clothes,
many still felt dissatisfaction
with their overall body contour
and chose to proceed
with additional surgery.
Because thigh liposuction directly removes fat
from the body,
patients naturally have
high expectations
for fast and visible results.
However, it is important
to understand that
starting from the day
after surgery,
swelling gradually increases,
and sufficient time
is required for swelling
to properly subside.
In particular, swelling
moves downward slowly
due to gravity.
Patients who undergo
thigh liposuction
may experience swelling
extending down
to the feet.
If you normally
have severe lower body edema,
you may need
to pay even more attention
to swelling management.
Therefore, if you are
planning thigh liposuction,
it is important
to understand proper
post-operative care methods.
Ways to reduce swelling
after thigh liposuction include:
• Cool compress during the early stage (avoid frostbite)
• Warm compress after 4–5 days (avoid burns)
• Light walking
• Adequate hydration
• Wearing compression garments for proper pressure
• Elevating the legs
Even simple daily care
can help stabilize swelling
and support a smoother
recovery process.
We would like
to introduce today
a thigh liposuction case
with dominant front thigh muscles.
Although the patient
exercised consistently,
there was imbalance
between the upper
and lower body.
[Patient Information]
Age: Early 30s
Height: 169 cm
Weight: 64 kg
BMI: 22
Even with similar
physical conditions,
liposuction results may vary
depending on individual factors.
As mentioned earlier,
the patient had consistently performed
strength training exercises.
Because of this,
muscle development was well established,
and the patient maintained
a firm and athletic body condition.
However, despite regular
thigh strength training,
there were clear limitations
in reducing localized thigh fat
through exercise alone.
The main areas of concern
were the inner thighs
and the saddlebags region.
Because of this,
the thigh shape was unable
to form a straight leg line,
which ultimately led
the patient to consider
thigh liposuction surgery.
In particular,
the inner thighs were touching,
leaving almost no gap
between the legs.
Additionally, the protruding saddlebags
made the legs appear shorter
and wider from the front view.
The patient wanted
to improve this appearance
and achieve a more balanced contour.
The heaviness of the lower body
made the upper and lower body
proportions appear unbalanced.
This imbalance was considered
an important factor
to address through surgery.
However, rather than aiming
for excessively thin “stick-like thighs,”
the surgical goal focused
on improving overall proportions
and refining the natural leg contour.
The treatment plan emphasized
reducing thigh circumference
while preserving natural balance.
Through the photos taken
9 months after thigh liposuction,
we will now review
the degree of circumference reduction
and overall proportion improvement.
Before thigh liposuction surgery,
the inner and outer thigh fat
increased the overall horizontal width
of the thighs significantly.
This caused imbalance
relative to the waistline,
and created visible heaviness
in the lower body proportions.
However, after full thigh liposuction,
a visible thigh gap was created,
and the protruding saddlebags area
was completely reduced.
As a result, the contour line
extending down to the knees
became smoother and more continuous,
and the central axis of the thighs
was refined into
a straighter and more balanced shape.
In addition, the leg contour
connected from the waistline
became more proportionate,
eliminating the heavy appearance.
This resulted in longer,
slimmer, and smoother
leg contour improvement
after thigh liposuction.
From the back view,
the thick and rounded area
under the buttocks, extending
from the saddlebags
to the inner thighs,
showed clear improvement.
After thigh liposuction,
this previously heavy and
connected lower hip area
was significantly refined.
As a result, there was
a noticeable reduction
in overall thigh circumference,
and the legs appeared
lighter and slimmer,
with reduced thickness.
In particular, both
the inner and outer thighs
no longer appeared
bent or protruded
due to excess fat,
and a smooth and natural
leg contour was successfully restored.
From the side view,
the front and back thigh contours
settled into a straight
and natural line
without excessive muscle prominence,
demonstrating a stable
and refined thigh liposuction result.
Before thigh liposuction surgery,
consistent strength training
resulted in noticeable projection
in the front thigh area,
along with relatively low fat volume.
Because of this,
precise and careful
fat removal was performed
to achieve ideal proportions
and smooth contour transitions
from a complete 360-degree view.
In this patient’s case,
the upper posterior thigh
was carefully refined
to create a natural transition
into the buttocks contour.
This allowed the legs
to appear longer
from the side profile,
while enhancing a smoother
and more balanced
gluteal contour line.
In the 2-week post-operative compression garment photo,
and the 3-month mini skirt photo,
the patient showed
fast and stable recovery progress.
Through consistent use
of proper compression garments
and careful swelling management,
the recovery process
was smooth and effective.
The patient was highly satisfied
with the improved leg shape
and the visible reduction
in thigh circumference.
Although the patient
had well-developed muscles,
the overall leg contour
became smooth and natural,
creating a lighter
and more balanced
lower body contour.
This allowed the patient
to feel more confident
wearing short outfits
and tight-fitting clothing.
Even without excessive
high-volume fat removal,
the body proportions
were refined harmoniously,
creating a slimmer appearance
than the actual body weight.
By maintaining consistent care
and healthy exercise habits,
the patient is expected
to preserve the current
thigh liposuction results
and balanced leg contour.
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