Fat Grafting in Seoul, Korea

A.It follows the same visual principle by which a sphere appears smaller than a flat circle of the same diameter. The clearer the contrast between highlight areas and shadow, the more the contours appear to converge, creating the perception of a smaller, more refined face. When the zones that should catch frontal light — forehead, anterior cheeks, temples, and chin — deflate with age, the face tends to look flatter, larger, and older. Fat grafting aims to restore these highlight zones so the face regains a more three-dimensional and youthful impression. Projecting the chin forward also shortens the apparent profile length, making the chin look relatively shorter and contributing to an overall more youthful appearance.

A.They refer to fat that has been refined to different particle sizes during the purification stage. Micro-fat has larger particles and is suited to areas requiring volume — forehead, anterior cheeks, and temples. Nano-fat is processed into finer particles through additional emulsification and filtration, making it appropriate for thinner-skinned areas such as the under-eye region and fine lines. Using the correct particle size for each zone produces smoother contour lines and can also help soften fine wrinkles.

A.All three differ in important ways. ① Material: autologous fat carries no risk of rejection or foreign-body sensation. Fillers (hyaluronic acid) are gradually broken down over six months to two years. ② Natural movement: surviving fat integrates as your own tissue and moves naturally with facial expressions, whereas implants can feel and move independently. ③ Versatility: fat grafting can address the forehead, temples, anterior cheeks, nasolabial folds, under-eye area, and chin in a single session, while implants require separate procedures for each site. That said, when a firm, defined contour is needed — such as a strong chin or nasal tip — autologous cartilage or implants may be more suitable.

A.Fat is typically harvested from the inner thighs, abdomen, or flanks, depending on the patient's fat distribution. Because only a small quantity is needed, there is no significant change to the donor site, although a subtle contouring effect may be noticeable. The entry points are made with 3–4 mm fine cannulae and are positioned where they are covered by underwear or swimwear; with time they become virtually invisible.

A.It depends on the individual case. When age-related deflation is mild, a single session is often sufficient. For more pronounced volume loss, or if a more substantial result is desired, two sessions spaced six months apart may be recommended. Adding fat on top of an already-established graft from the first session tends to yield more stable results. At your consultation, the degree of deflation and your desired outcome will be assessed to determine whether one session is appropriate or a staged approach is preferable.

A.Because ageing involves both sagging and volume loss occurring together, combining the two procedures produces a markedly greater result. A facelift (SMAS dual-plane) lifts the descended tissues while fat grafting replenishes the deflated highlight zones, achieving a three-dimensional, rejuvenated appearance that is difficult to attain with either procedure alone. Having a single recovery for the combined effect is an added advantage, which is why this combination is frequently recommended during consultations.

A.The majority of swelling subsides within three to five days, and most patients are able to return to daily activities after about one week. A compression garment over the donor site is advised for one to two weeks. The final grafted contour settles gradually over three to six months, so a full assessment of results is recommended at the six-month mark. Closure marks are minimal and become virtually imperceptible over time.