Abdominal liposuction in Gangnam – Before & after comparison for flank fat removal | Lesarts Plastic Surgery
Patient Registration Info
| Age | Weight | Height | BMI |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30s |
49kg |
158cm |
20 |
Surgical site
Abdomen
2,400cc
A slim waistline does more than define slimness.
It serves as a key reference point that balances
the body’s overall proportions.
When the waistline is smooth and defined,
it enhances body balance, clothing fit,
femininity, and even a youthful look.
However, even with a normal weight,
if the waist lacks curves and forms a
so-called straight waist,
it can create an awkward silhouette
and a heavier impression.
If this problem extends to the line
connecting the waist and hips,
it is often due to localized fat deposits
that require closer examination.
[Patient Information]
Age: Early 30s
Occupation: Office worker
Height: 158cm
Weight: 49kg
BMI: 20
Even with similar body specs,
results from liposuction may vary.
In this case, abdominal liposuction was performed
to restore balance and refine proportions.
Although her body weight was within the normal range,
excess upper belly fat and love handles
made her upper body look heavier
and blurred her waistline.
To achieve a balanced figure
and a naturally slim, feminine waistline,
she decided to undergo abdominal liposuction.
Through preoperative body analysis,
this patient showed fat concentrated in the anterior abdomen
and flanks, despite having a normal weight.
Because of low muscle mass and poor skin elasticity,
fat spread outward across the belly and love handles,
causing the waistline to collapse and appear wider.
Although fat was distributed throughout the abdomen,
the lower belly and especially the flank fat
were more prominent, making the waistline uneven
and even affecting the balance of the pelvis.
This was the area of greatest concern for the patient.
The surgical plan focused on refining the abdominal contour,
slimming the flanks for a narrow waist,
and enhancing the waist-to-pelvis curve
into a more feminine silhouette.
Additionally, liposuction was extended upward
to the bra line, smoothing the transition
and creating a sharper, lighter waist contour.
Below are comparison photos taken
3 weeks after abdominal liposuction,
showing how the waistline was reshaped.
This surgery focused on transforming
the abdomen and flanks, where fat was concentrated,
into a slender waist curve that had previously
been hidden by excess bulges.
Before abdominal liposuction,
fat in the anterior abdomen and love handles
made the upper body look bulky,
with no clear definition in the waistline.
At just 20 days post-op, even during
the stage of significant swelling,
the lower abdomen already appeared flatter,
while the flanks were reshaped into a
narrower, more defined contour.
The overall silhouette looked noticeably slimmer.
The line from waist to pelvis also settled
into a stable and natural proportion,
highlighting a more balanced and feminine shape.
Through the patient’s own selfie photos,
we can clearly compare the differences before
and after abdominal liposuction.
The previously bulging upper belly
and outward-spreading love handles
were refined, creating a slimmer waistline
and a more feminine upper body contour.
From the side view, the lower belly protrusion
was noticeably reduced, while from the back view,
the curve flowing from waist to hips
connected naturally into a smooth silhouette,
highlighting a balanced and elegant line.
Since the patient had relatively low muscle mass
and decreased skin elasticity,
the surgery required detailed precision,
and thorough recovery management
remains very important.
Even though the visible change is already positive,
continuous use of compression garments,
regular aftercare, and light exercise
are essential for maintaining the long-term
effects of liposuction surgery.
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