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Step 01 · Screening
Pre-flight assessment
Medical history, cardiology clearance, BMI and composition evaluation, candidacy determination.
Staged 360 Program · Safety-First · 2026
Full body liposuction — the safer way.
The Artner Staged 360 Program: full-body contouring deliberately divided across two Busan visits. We refuse single-day full-body liposuction because the safer, better-outcome path is staged treatment. Stage 1 covers the core (abdomen, flanks, lower back). Stage 2, 8 to 12 weeks later, covers the extremities (arms, thighs, knees). Dr. Lee Jong-gun performs every stage personally.
Why Staged
We refuse single-day full body. Here's why.
Several Korean clinics market single-day full-body liposuction as a convenience feature. It is not. Single-day full-body procedures carry documented medical risks that have been reported in cosmetic surgery case series internationally: cumulative local anesthesia loading (lidocaine toxicity), large-volume fluid shifts, extended anesthesia exposure, and compounded post-operative recovery burden on organ systems.
Published research in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the Aesthetic Surgery Journal has consistently shown elevated complication rates for cases exceeding approximately 5 liters of total aspirate volume or involving more than 4 anatomical areas in a single operating session. These are not theoretical concerns — they are the basis of American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) safety advisories.
The Artner Staged 360 Program divides full-body contouring into two distinct operating stages, separated by 8 to 12 weeks of complete recovery. Stage 1 addresses the core. Stage 2 addresses the extremities. This is not a convenience feature — it is a medical decision. Dr. Lee declines to perform single-day full-body procedures at any price, for any patient.
Lidocaine-Safe
Fluid-Safe
Recovery-Safe
Single-Day
· Program Comparison
Staged 360 vs single-day protocols.
Head-to-head comparison between Artner's Staged 360 Program and the single-day full-body protocols marketed by some Korean clinics. These are not identical procedures with different schedules — they are meaningfully different from a medical-safety standpoint.
| Factor | Artner Staged 360 | Single-Day Full Body (other clinics) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating days | 2 (core + extremities) | 1 combined day |
| Total lidocaine load per session | Within safe limit | Approaches or exceeds toxicity threshold |
| Fluid shift per session | Physiologically tolerated | Large — risk of hemodynamic instability |
| Anesthesia type | Local only, both stages | Often general or deep sedation |
| Typical recovery compression | Split into two windows | Single heavy recovery burden |
| Revision flexibility | Stage 2 adjusts to Stage 1 result | All extraction locked in one session |
| Safety references | Aligned with ASPS guidance | Conflicts with ASPS multi-area advisories |
· Two Stages
The Staged 360 structure.
Two distinct operating stages, separated by 8 to 12 weeks of complete recovery. Each stage is a complete ArtFat procedure on its own.
STAGE 01 · CORE
Abdomen + Flanks + Lower Back
First Busan trip. 7 to 10 day stay. Core circumferential zones treated together — highest-impact silhouette change, greatest fluid-shift consideration.
Visit 1
STAGE 02 · EXTREMITIES
Arms + Thighs + Knees (optional)
Second Busan trip, 8 to 12 weeks later. 5 to 7 day stay. Extremities with different recovery patterns treated independently, protecting overall physiological load.
Visit 2
BETWEEN STAGES
8–12 weeks remote follow-up
Stage 1 recovery, skin tightening completes, baseline stabilizes. Dr. Lee reviews photos weekly via KakaoTalk or WhatsApp before Stage 2 planning.
Home
INCLUSIONS
Both stages include
Accent Prime RF tightening, three Artner Injection sessions per stage, full medical-report issuance, 3 months remote follow-up after Stage 2.
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PRICING
Total program reference
₩25M to ₩40M total depending on anatomical coverage. Exact quote confirmed after video consultation and in-person Stage 1 intake.
Pricing guide →
WHO CHOOSES
Staged 360 candidates
Patients seeking comprehensive contouring in the safest available pathway. Typically completing family, major weight-stable phase, stable health baseline.
Candidacy →
· Safety Numbers
Staged 360 in numbers.
The quantitative case for staging. These are the physiological margins Staged 360 preserves that single-day full body protocols compromise.
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Operating stages, separated by 8 to 12 weeks of recovery.
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Single-day full-body cases performed — Artner declines regardless of patient willingness to pay.
100 %
Cases under local anesthesia in both stages — no general anesthesia ever.
6 sess
Artner Injection aftercare — three per stage — included in total program price.
· Candidacy
Who is a Staged 360 candidate?
Staged 360 is a serious, multi-month, two-trip commitment. Dr. Lee honest-gatekeeps — patients who would not benefit or who carry elevated risk are declined regardless of willingness to pay.
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Stable weight-management baseline for at least 6 months before Stage 1→
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BMI in moderate-to-high range — not at severe-obesity cutoff or beyond→
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Stable cardiovascular and metabolic health, controlled blood pressure and blood sugar→
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Non-smoker or committed to cessation 2+ weeks before each stage→
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Ability to travel to Busan twice within a 24 to 28 week program window→
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Realistic expectations — contouring, not weight loss, and not bone-structure change→
· Program Journey
From consultation to complete contour.
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Step 02 · Planning
Full-body 3D mapping
Stage 1 and Stage 2 plans finalized in one comprehensive session, with provisional Stage 2 adjustments allowed.
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Step 03 · Stage 1
Core ArtFat — Busan Trip 1
Abdomen, flanks, lower back treated in one operating day under local anesthesia. 7-10 day stay.
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Step 04 · Between
8-12 week remote review
Weekly photo review via messenger app, Stage 1 final outcome assessed, Stage 2 plan adjusted.
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Step 05 · Stage 2
Extremities ArtFat — Busan Trip 2
Arms, thighs, knees treated in one operating day under local anesthesia. 5-7 day stay.
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Step 06 · Final
Program completion
Week-12 post-Stage-2 final contour review. Full-body 3D comparison against baseline and Stage 1 milestone.
· Full Program Timeline
Staged 360 end-to-end.
The complete 24 to 28 week program timeline from initial consultation to final outcome documentation.
Week −2
Pre-flight consultation
Video call with Dr. Lee, cardiology screening, Stage 1 and Stage 2 plan draft.
Week 0
Stage 1 — Core
Busan Trip 1. Core ArtFat. 7-10 day stay.
Week 1–10
Stage 1 recovery
Remote follow-up, weekly photo review, skin tightening completes.
Week 10–12
Stage 2 planning
Stage 1 final outcome reviewed, Stage 2 plan refined based on observed response.
Week 12
Stage 2 — Extremities
Busan Trip 2. Extremities ArtFat. 5-7 day stay.
Week 13–24
Stage 2 recovery
Remote follow-up, final contour stabilization.
Week 24–28
Program complete
Final full-body 3D scan, outcome documentation, optional revision consultation.
· Staged 360 FAQ
Your program questions, answered.
Single-day full body liposuction carries documented risks that Dr. Lee considers unacceptable: cumulative local anesthesia loading (lidocaine toxicity threshold), large-volume fluid shifts, extended anesthesia time, and compounded post-operative recovery burden. Published case series in cosmetic surgery journals document elevated complication rates for cases exceeding approximately 5 liters of total aspirate or more than 4 areas in one session. Artner's staged approach divides full-body contouring across two Busan visits for measurably safer physiological tolerance.
Typically 8 to 12 weeks. This window allows Stage 1 swelling to resolve, body-composition baseline to stabilize, skin tightening from Accent Prime to complete, and Dr. Lee to assess Stage 1 outcome before planning Stage 2 extraction quantities. Patients with faster recoveries can sometimes compress to 6 weeks; patients needing more recovery can extend to 16 weeks.
Stage 1 typically addresses abdomen (upper + lower), flanks (love handles), and lower back — the core circumferential zone. This is the highest-impact extraction for visual silhouette change and the zone with greatest blood flow and fluid-shift considerations, which is why it is treated first and separately.
Stage 2 typically addresses inner thigh, outer thigh (saddlebag), upper arms (both sides), and optionally knees and ankles. These are smaller-volume extractions with different recovery patterns than core extraction. Treating them separately avoids overwhelming the body's fluid-regulation and immune response.
Total cost is slightly higher than a theoretical single-day full body would be — approximately 10-15 percent more, reflecting the second in-person consultation, second anesthesia kit, and second operating day. Most patients consider this a reasonable safety premium. The alternative — complication management from an aggressive single-day procedure — costs vastly more in lost time, additional revision surgery, and potential medical risk.
Yes — this is by design. Most Staged 360 patients plan Stage 1 as a 7 to 10 day trip (core zones have longer recovery) and Stage 2 as a 5 to 7 day trip (extremities recover faster). The 8 to 12 week gap allows normal work and life between stages. Full itinerary for both trips is planned during your pre-flight consultation.
Across both stages: approximately 3 months from Stage 1 Day 0 to Stage 2 final contour stabilization. Stage 1 final contour at Week 12, immediately followed by Stage 2 planning. Stage 2 final contour at Week 12 after Stage 2 procedure. Total program duration is typically 24 to 28 weeks end-to-end.
Yes. Patients with BMI above 32, uncontrolled diabetes, significant cardiovascular disease, active smoking without willingness to quit, blood-clotting disorders, or recent major surgery are counselled that they are not ArtFat candidates at any scale. Honest gatekeeping matters more than case volume — Dr. Lee turns down unsafe cases regardless of patient willingness to pay.
Artner Clinic's parent program includes medical weight management — Dr. Lee is a registered Qsymia Key Doctor for appetite-suppression therapy. For patients whose goal combines weight reduction and body contouring, weight management typically precedes ArtFat by 6 to 12 months for optimal outcome. This sequencing is discussed during video consultation.
· Begin The Staged 360 Program
Comprehensive
contouring, safely.
Book a free video consultation with Dr. Lee Jong-gun. Full-body contouring done the measured, medical-evidence way. Honest candidacy assessment, no upsell pressure.