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Step 01 · Intake
Medical history
Previous abdominal surgery, pregnancies, weight history, and goal photos reviewed.
Abdomen · ArtFat Premium · 2026
Abdominal liposuction in Busan.
The most-requested ArtFat treatment area. Upper abdomen, lower abdomen, and full 360-degree circumferential contouring — micro-cannula extraction under local anesthesia, with Accent Prime radiofrequency skin tightening eliminating the compression garment requirement. Performed personally by Dr. Lee Jong-gun on the 1-Day 1-Case schedule.
Abdominal Anatomy
The abdomen has four zones — each behaves differently.
Abdominal liposuction is never a single-layer exercise. The adult abdomen contains four distinct anatomical zones — upper abdomen, lower abdomen, flanks, and lower back — each with different fat-thickness patterns, skin elasticity profiles, and scarring tendencies. A surgeon who treats all four as one mass produces exactly the uneven, wavy, "lipo'd" look that patients fear.
ArtFat maps each zone individually during 3D scan and InBody analysis. Dr. Lee extracts less fat from the upper abdomen to preserve a natural tapering contour, more aggressively from the lower abdomen where fat layers are thicker, and contours the flanks last to establish the waist line.
The result is a smooth, horizontally-graduated waist — not the telltale "scooped" midline and harsh flank shelf of volume-based, zone-agnostic lipo. Only ArtFat's 1-Day 1-Case policy allows the operating surgeon enough time to treat each zone at its own pace.
Upper Abdomen
Lower Abdomen
Flanks
Lower Back
· Four Abdominal Zones
Abdominal zones we contour at Artner.
Each zone has different optimal extraction depth, cannula angle, and recovery pattern. Dr. Lee plans zones individually, not as a single silhouette.
ZONE 01
Upper Abdomen
Area above navel. Typically thinner fat layer — conservative extraction to preserve natural tapering.
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ZONE 02
Lower Abdomen
Area below navel. Thicker fat deposits, more aggressive extraction possible. Most-treated zone.
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ZONE 03
Flanks (Love Handles)
Lateral waist line. Key for silhouette definition — contoured last to establish the waist curve.
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ZONE 04
Lower Back
Posterior waist. Included in 360 circumferential cases for full rotational contour continuity.
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PRICING
Abdominal Price Reference
₩8.5M (single zone) to ₩17M (full 360 circumferential). See complete pricing.
Pricing guide →
PILLAR
Busan Liposuction Guide
Complete reference covering all areas, techniques, and international patient logistics.
Pillar guide →
· Which Abdominal Program
ArtFat vs Injection vs TUNE.
Three distinct abdominal contouring pathways at Artner — surgical (ArtFat), injection-based (Artner Injection), and non-surgical RF (TUNE® Body). Which is right for you depends on fat thickness, skin elasticity, and recovery tolerance.
| Factor | ArtFat Liposuction | Artner Injection | TUNE® Body |
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| Nature | Surgical extraction | Injection lipolysis | Non-surgical RF |
| Fat reduction per session | High | Moderate | Low (cumulative) |
| Downtime | 3–5 days | 1 day | None |
| Sessions needed | 1 | 4–6 | 6–10 |
| Skin tightening | RF included | Partial | Primary benefit |
| Best for | Thick fat deposits | Moderate deposits | Post-lipo polish |
· Clinical Context
Abdominal ArtFat by the numbers.
Standardized metrics for the abdominal ArtFat program. These apply to every patient — Dr. Lee does not vary the core protocol by age, BMI, or geography.
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Anatomical zones mapped individually before extraction begins.
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Compression garment — Accent Prime RF eliminates the 6-week requirement.
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ArtFat session completes all four abdominal zones in one operating day.
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Artner Injection aftercare sessions included in every abdominal ArtFat case.
· Candidacy
Is abdominal ArtFat right for you?
Abdominal liposuction is not a weight-loss procedure. It is a reshaping procedure for patients whose abdominal fat distribution resists diet and exercise. These profiles typically respond best.
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Localized abdominal fat deposits resistant to diet and cardiovascular exercise→
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Reasonable abdominal skin elasticity, or willingness to combine Accent Prime tightening→
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BMI in moderate range — ArtFat reshapes rather than replaces weight management→
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Subcutaneous (external) fat dominant, not primarily visceral "beer belly" fat→
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Post-pregnancy patients who have completed family and are past breastfeeding→
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Non-smoker or willing to abstain two weeks pre- and post-procedure→
· Treatment Journey
From consultation to final contour.
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Step 02 · Scan
InBody + 3D body scan
Objective baseline of subcutaneous versus visceral fat ratio, circumferential measurements mapped.
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Step 03 · Plan
Zone-by-zone strategy
Dr. Lee maps extraction depth and volume individually for each of the four abdominal zones.
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Step 04 · ArtFat
Procedure day
Tumescent local anesthesia, micro-cannula extraction, Accent Prime RF tightening — same session.
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Step 05 · Aftercare
RF + injection follow-up
Three Artner Injection sessions for residual smoothing, additional Accent Prime sessions if needed.
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Step 06 · Final
3D scan comparison
Final 3D scan at Week 12 comparing circumferential change to baseline.
· Recovery
Abdominal ArtFat recovery timeline.
Typical recovery for a single-session abdominal ArtFat case (upper + lower abdomen, no flanks). Full 360 circumferential recoveries extend each milestone by 1–2 days.
Day 0
ArtFat procedure
Local anesthesia, zone-by-zone extraction, Accent Prime RF in same session. Patient walks out unassisted.
Day 1
Swelling peaks, dressing change
Peak swelling and tenderness. Short clinic visit for dressing change and mobility assessment.
Day 3
Light activity resumes
Light walking and desk work possible. First Accent Prime RF aftercare session.
Week 2
Most activities resume
Normal daily activities including light exercise. Residual swelling still visible to self, less so to others.
Week 6
Intense exercise returns
Full gym and athletic activity possible. First Artner Injection aftercare session typically scheduled.
Week 12
Final contour stabilizes
Residual swelling fully resolved. Final 3D scan comparison and outcome review with Dr. Lee.
· Abdominal FAQ
Abdominal questions, answered.
Abdominal ArtFat removes subcutaneous fat but does not tighten stretched rectus abdominis muscles (diastasis recti) from pregnancy. If your concern is primarily muscle separation and loose skin rather than fat, a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) at a plastic surgery specialist is more appropriate. Dr. Lee will honestly assess which concern dominates your case during consultation.
Upper abdomen targets the zone above the navel. Lower abdomen targets the zone below. 360 degree circumferential adds the flanks (love handles) and lower back for a complete waist-sculpting result. Most patients need both upper and lower at minimum; 360 is usually chosen by patients with flank prominence.
Single-zone (upper OR lower) ArtFat recovery: Day 3 light activity, Week 2 most activities, Week 6 to 12 final contour. Full 360 circumferential recovery: Day 4 to 5 light activity, Week 3 most activities, Week 8 to 16 final contour. Swelling is always most prominent for the first 10 days.
No — this is a structural difference of ArtFat. Because Accent Prime radiofrequency skin tightening is performed in the same session as fat extraction, the compression garment requirement typical of conventional lipo is eliminated. Loose abdominal clothing is sufficient.
Subcutaneous (external) fat responds well to ArtFat. However, a protruding 'beer belly' is often driven by visceral (intra-abdominal) fat, which no liposuction can address — visceral fat requires dietary and exercise intervention. Dr. Lee will measure the subcutaneous versus visceral ratio via InBody and 3D scan before recommending candidacy.
Loose skin is possible if skin elasticity is already compromised by age, weight fluctuation, or prior pregnancies. Accent Prime radiofrequency tightening substantially reduces this risk and is included in every ArtFat abdominal case. Patients with severe skin laxity are counselled on tummy tuck alternatives rather than being sold lipo that will not match their goal.
Standard surgical risks — infection, bruising, temporary numbness, contour irregularity, and asymmetry — apply to all liposuction. Abdominal-specific risks include seroma (fluid accumulation) and, rarely, bowel perforation if technique is poor. ArtFat's micro-cannula and staying in the superficial subcutaneous plane specifically minimize bowel-injury risk.
ArtFat abdominal cases are designed as a single procedure. Revisions within 12 months are offered at cost price only, but the goal is one procedure — one recovery. Multi-stage abdominal work is typically a red flag that the original surgeon over-extracted or under-planned.
· Start With Your Abdomen
Reshape your
abdominal contour.
Book a free video consultation with Dr. Lee Jong-gun. Zone-by-zone analysis, realistic expectations, and a written quote within 48 hours.