The Fastest Way to Get Rid of Your Double Chin via Surgery in Korea

Written by Chelsea Kim. Posted in Body Sculpting

Forget About Facial Exercises

Are you religiously doing all these daily facial exercises to no avail? Having a double chin is often inherited and develops even in people with a healthy lifestyle.

Dieting and exercise may not have worked for your stubborn double chin. So, if you’re not overweight and are at your wit’s end, there is a faster way around this:  get rid of a double chin via surgery in Korea.

Contrary to popular belief, people who get cosmetic surgery in Korea may not be as obsessive as the media makes it out to be: what the statistics on Korean plastic surgery show us is that among all kinds of procedures, non-invasive treatments is the most common. This is followed by Liposuction in Korea, where South Korea leads the world in having the most number of fat-reduction procedures done, with 1.699 procedures per 1,000 population.

Avoid Unwanted Delays

As reported, tourists coming into Korea from China or Japan have had trouble with returning home after getting cosmetic surgery done. The surgeons have essentially made their passport photos worthless. To avoid any unwanted delays on your return trip homewards, remember to obtain an official ‘plastic surgery certificate’ – this document should include not only your passport number, but the length of our stay, as well as the name and location of the hospital. Most importantly, it should have an official seal to certify the document.

Show it to the immigration officials and you’re good to go!

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The Korean Plastic Surgery Tummy Tuck Liposuction Route: Is There a Better Alternative?

Written by Chelsea Kim. Posted in Body Sculpting

According to a report by the Economist, more than 360,000 procedures were performed in Korea, back in 2010. In 2011, Plastic surgery statistics indicate that liposuction was amongst the most popularly requested.

More than X are have undergone Liposuction surgery. But isn’t it true that the skin often sags after fat is removed through liposuction? Why is it still so popular? Yes, the skin does sag after fat is removed through the traditional liposuction approach. But, you can rejoice because there now exists a few better alternatives to this traditional liposuction procedure. Liposuction is still very popular because there is no one single technique used in ‘Liposuction’.

So, what is liposuction surgery?

Liposuction now includes what you’d call laser liposuction also known as smart liposuction, and lipoabdominoplasty. These are better alternatives to the standard Korean plastic surgery tummy tuck liposuction route.

Laser Liposuction

Back in the traditional liposuction or tummy tuck days, when abdominal fat is removed through surgery, there were more complications; there was a limitation as to how much volume of fat could be removed; skin often sagged after the procedure.

Now, laser liposuction deals with these problems: through the use of a laser’s heat energy, fat is melted before the traditional approach is administered where fat is then removed from the body. By combining traditional liposuction with laser lipolysis, it is not possible to produce well-sculpted bodies with tight skin.

Another name for laser liposuction is smart liposuction.

Lipoabdominoplasty

Sometimes, liposuction is done as a stand-alone procedure, and other times tummy tuck is done as a single procedure.

There are also instances where liposuction and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) are requested by patients and performed one after the other. Until now, there has not been any report of the effectiveness of this technique.

Now, according to a study by ASPS Member Surgeon Dr Eric Swanson, it seems like a combined liposuction/tummy tuck offers best of both procedures. Also known as lipoabdominoplasty, the new study suggests that by using shorter periods of ultrasound and getting rid of the traditional use of electrodissection, there will be less risks involved as well as excellent cosmetic outcomes.

His study has also reported improved self-esteem in patients as well as high satisfaction rate.

Conclusion

Before getting liposuction in Korea, it is important to understand the possible side-effects and risks that comes with any medical surgery procedure.

Though both of the above mentioned liposuction alternatives are less invasive than the traditional approach, it is still possible for complications to arise.

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Arm reduction surgery (Brachioplasty)

Written by Chelsea Kim. Posted in Body Sculpting

What is Arm reduction surgery?

Arm reduction surgery is a cosmetic surgery procedure that removes excess skin from the upper arm, and is not to be confused with Liposuction. What is Liposuction? Before reading on, it may be helpful to consider the alternate option that is, Liposuction as they are two vastly different procedures.

That said, Arm reduction surgery also known as Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) is known to be particularly beneficial to people who have recently gained or lost a lot of weight. As the cycle of weight gain and weight loss causes the skin to lose its elasticity, thus it produces “bat wings” or excess skin on the upper arms. Also, this is a common occurrence during the normal aging process as well.

Before and After Arm reduction surgery

 

Before	After
Keep in mind that Arm reduction surgery may not prevent nature from taking its course; the aging process will cause further muscle laxity in the future and so, excess skin on upper arms again.	Plan ahead: a one or two night stay in the hospital is required following the procedure. Prepare yourself psychologically as there will be pain, swelling and bruising.
It will also not prevent nature from taking its course; the aging process will cause further muscle laxity in the future and so, excess skin on upper arms again.-	Stitches are removed within two weeks. It is advised that you allow yourself to recuperate up to three weeks. This means, no strenuous activity within six weeks following the procedure.
Take caution: Arm reduction surgery is not suitable for people with a history of infection in the sweat glands. Permanent, painful arm swelling may follow suit, as the surgery affects the lymphatic system and drainage.	Scarring will be prominent at first, and may worsen for up to six months. It will gradually fade to a decent, less visible level within a year.

Is Arm reduction surgery for you?

In Asia, there are plentiful of irresistible foods that tempt locals alike – and a lifestyle of high stress levels, it is no wonder that someone may find it hard to control their level of weight gain.
Some may call it having an eating disorder, but one does not really have a disorder. Instead, the disorder has you – so tackle it, fight against it instead of being passive to a current predicament. You may realize now, that there are limitations to the amount of effort you put in to get a desired result. The removal of excess upper arm skin following rigorous diet and weight loss, is not in much of your control as it is through means of arm reduction surgery.

After making a decision, now the question that lingers is – where to go for surgery?
Korean plastic surgery is said to harbor the best plastic surgery clinics around Asia and its surgeons are in abundance.
As there is a real possibility for scarring and further complications after the procedure, it is of paramount importance to choose a reputable source.

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Liposuction cost – what does it mean?

Written by Chelsea Kim. Posted in Body Sculpting

Body image is directly related to how we feel about ourselves and our self- confidence. Liposuction surgery can transform the shape of our body by removing fatty tissue to give you new confidence and resurgence on life. Having the fat sucked out of certain body areas will make the particular area look leaner.

Liposuction surgery is one of the two most common procedures performed by cosmetic plastic surgeons. In most cases, this surgery is often performed without experiencing any major problems.

Liposuction is an option for whom diet and exercise have not improved the contours of certain parts of the body.

Liposuction Cost

Obviously, as with any cosmetic procedure, cost becomes a significant factor when considering surgery. As a result, it has now become common practice to ‘shop’ around for prices as part of the decision making process.

Nevertheless, the quality of liposuction should be more important than the cost of liposuction. If you are a bargain hunter, you should not be negotiating for the safety of your body! Choosing a liposuction surgeon based on the lowest price might eventually be the most expensive choice if results of the initial surgery are less than desirable that you need another surgeon to repair the damage from the first procedure.

Liposuction prices are important but it should not be the determining factor when considering liposuction surgery. Many top quality plastic surgeons profess to this fact: liposuction is a hand-crafted art form. Therefore consider the surgeon’s apparent skill, reputation and experience as these qualities become more critical than surgery price.

The cheapest cost might mean that the surgeon performed the procedure quickly and with less than desirable outcomes. Consider this: many years after your liposuction, you will probably not remember the exact figure you paid for the procedure but you will always be aware of the quality of the surgery for the rest of your life. The most common disappointment with liposuction surgery is dissatisfaction with the end result (especially when it looks as if nothing was done).

Liposuction fee

Liposuction fee usually depends on how many areas are treated by liposuction. The fee structure increases when multiple areas are treated. Prices vary because it depends on the particular area for surgery. For example liposuction of the arms will be less than liposuction of the thigh.  The cost of surgery ranges from US$1,800 to US$5,500 on a single day to as much as US$10,000 or more when multiple areas are treated on separate occasions over a period of several months.

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Abdominoplasty Gets You The Body!

Written by Chelsea Kim. Posted in Body Sculpting

What is Abdominoplasty?

Abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy-tuck is a surgical option to remove loose sagging skin and excess fat around the abdomen. And usually at the same time, the muscles of the abdomen wall will also be surgically tightened to give a flatter, firmer and contoured abdomen.

Excess sagging skin is a familiar problem after pregnancy and excessive weight loss. Although our skin is versatile and flexible, no matter how much dieting and exercise, sometimes it is extremely difficult to shrink it back to its original shape. This is usually the case when the skin and muscles have been stretched so much that the solution is surgery.

Abdominoplasty becomes an option for individuals bothered with prominent sagging and loose skin folds, those struggling to re-shape their abdominal area and for women following pregnancy looking to return to their pre-pregnancy shape.

Abdominoplasty Procedures

A successful abdominoplasty involves tackling these parts: loose skin, fatty tissue and slack muscles. There are several procedures to tackle loose skin and excess fat. One way is by liposuction where the fat is removed from the troublesome areas. This is generally a good option for individuals with more elasticity in their skin so that the skin can spring back into place after liposuction surgery.

Partial-abdominoplasty addresses loose skin below the navel and tightens the muscles in the lower abdomen. Full-abdominoplasty removes excess skin and targets the muscles in the whole abdominal area including the area around the navel.

Post-Pregnancy Makeovers

Loose tissue, excess skin and reduced muscle tone are common drawbacks after pregnancy. Post-pregnancy makeovers combine abdominoplasty with breast lift or breast augmentation to address this problem.

When do I see the result?

The benefits of abdominoplasty are immediate. Full recovery benefits may take up to two months or more to be fully appreciated. Muscle tightening will significantly improve the shape of your tummy; and it is important to let the muscles heal before stressing it.

Where to go for Abdominoplasty?

The safest approach would be to start with good reputable surgeons. The best plastic surgeons in Korea are renowned not only for providing the desired results, but the top ones are established, board certified by the Korean Board of Plastic Surgery and qualified in their field of expertise.

Having a surgical procedure based primarily on cost can be detrimental. What could start as a relatively inexpensive procedure could lead you down an even more expensive path of discontent. You should not be negotiating for the safety of your body. A good surgeon can always adjust the cost but money cannot adjust the judgment and expertise of a surgeon.

If you are ready to learn more about any form of abdominoplasty or post pregnancy makeovers, Korean plastic surgery clinics can help you to take a step toward an improved quality of life and renewed self-confidence.

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