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Step 01 · Intake
Medical history
Weight history, exercise patterns, previous lower-body procedures, goal photos reviewed.
Thighs · ArtFat Premium · 2026
Thigh liposuction in Busan.
Inner thigh, outer thigh (saddlebags), anterior thigh, and banana roll contouring — ArtFat Premium micro-cannula extraction under local anesthesia, with Accent Prime radiofrequency tightening. Thigh cases are where surgical craft matters most: Dr. Lee plans inner and outer zones together for horizontally-balanced circumferential reduction.
Thigh Anatomy
The thigh has four contouring zones — each is different.
The thigh is not a single cylinder. Adult thigh anatomy contains four distinct contouring zones — inner thigh, outer thigh (saddlebag), anterior thigh, and banana roll — each with different fat-layer depth, skin quality, and extraction angle. Zone-agnostic thigh lipo produces the telltale "scooped" look that gives liposuction a bad reputation.
ArtFat maps zones individually during 3D scan. Dr. Lee typically extracts most aggressively from the outer thigh where saddlebag deposits are thickest, more conservatively from the inner thigh where skin elasticity is often weaker, and carefully from the banana roll to preserve the buttock crease integrity.
The goal is smooth horizontal circumferential reduction — not aggressive volume-dumping. This is why we reject the volume-per-cc pricing model: thighs demand technique, not extraction quotas.
Inner Thigh
Outer Thigh
Anterior Thigh
Banana Roll
· Four Thigh Zones
Thigh zones at Artner.
Each zone has different optimal technique. Dr. Lee plans zones as a balanced whole, not piecemeal.
ZONE 01
Inner Thigh
Most-requested zone in Asian patients. Careful extraction preserves skin elasticity.
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ZONE 02
Outer Thigh (Saddlebag)
Lateral hip/thigh deposit. Aggressive extraction possible — thicker fat layer.
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ZONE 03
Anterior Thigh
Front thigh plane. Conservative extraction preserves walking gait and muscle definition.
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ZONE 04
Banana Roll
Horizontal deposit below buttock crease. Requires careful technique to protect crease.
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PRICING
Thigh Price Reference
₩8M (inner + outer) to ₩11.5M (full combined). See complete pricing.
Pricing guide →
PILLAR
Busan Liposuction Guide
Complete reference covering all areas, techniques, and international logistics.
Pillar guide →
· Clinical Context
Thigh ArtFat by the numbers.
Standardized metrics applying to every thigh ArtFat case at Artner Busan. Dr. Lee does not vary the core protocol by patient demographic or geography.
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Thigh zones mapped individually before extraction begins.
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Compression garment — Accent Prime RF replaces the 6-week requirement.
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ArtFat completes all requested thigh zones in one operating day.
3 sess
Artner Injection aftercare sessions included in every thigh case.
· Candidacy
Is thigh ArtFat right for you?
Thigh liposuction is a reshaping procedure — not a weight-loss substitute. These profiles typically achieve the most satisfying outcomes.
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Localized thigh fat that resists cardiovascular exercise and dietary efforts→
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Reasonable thigh skin elasticity — or willingness to combine with Accent Prime tightening→
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Patients seeking horizontal circumferential reduction rather than dramatic "thigh gap"→
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Non-smokers willing to abstain two weeks pre- and post-procedure for healing→
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Patients whose primary concern is fat volume rather than cellulite appearance alone→
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International travelers who can plan at least 4–5 days in Busan for recovery→
· Treatment Journey
From consultation to final contour.
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Step 02 · Scan
InBody + 3D body scan
Circumferential measurements of all four thigh zones, skin elasticity assessment.
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Step 03 · Plan
Zone-by-zone strategy
Dr. Lee maps inner, outer, anterior, and banana-roll zones together for balanced outcome.
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Step 04 · ArtFat
Procedure day
Local anesthesia, micro-cannula, Accent Prime RF in same session. Patient walks out unassisted.
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Step 05 · Aftercare
RF + injection follow-up
Three Artner Injection sessions for residual smoothing, additional Accent Prime if needed.
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Step 06 · Final
3D scan comparison
Week-12 3D comparison against baseline. Documentation for insurance or personal record.
· Recovery
Thigh ArtFat recovery timeline.
Typical recovery for combined inner + outer thigh ArtFat. Single-zone recoveries are 1–2 days shorter at each milestone. International patients should budget 4–5 days minimum in Busan.
Day 0
ArtFat procedure
Local anesthesia zone-by-zone extraction, Accent Prime RF tightening in same session.
Day 1–2
Peak swelling
Gravity-dependent swelling most pronounced. Walking possible but limited. DVT-prevention exercises.
Day 4
Return flight window
Most patients can safely fly home from Gimhae (PUS). Compression socks and in-flight movement essential.
Week 2
Most activities resume
Light exercise possible. Bruising fading, residual swelling still visible to self.
Week 6–8
Gym and running return
Full lower-body gym work and gradual running possible. First Artner Injection aftercare session.
Week 12–16
Final contour stabilizes
Residual swelling fully resolved. Final 3D scan comparison with Dr. Lee.
· Thigh FAQ
Thigh questions, answered.
Inner thigh ArtFat can create visible inner-thigh separation in patients whose skeletal hip structure allows it. However, a 'thigh gap' is primarily determined by pelvic width — patients with narrow pelvises will not achieve an exaggerated gap through liposuction alone, no matter how much inner-thigh fat is removed. Dr. Lee honestly discusses skeletal versus fat-based expectations.
Lipo does not directly treat cellulite. Cellulite is caused by fibrous septae tethering the skin, not by fat alone — removing fat can sometimes worsen the cellulite appearance if skin elasticity is poor. Accent Prime radiofrequency included in ArtFat modestly improves cellulite appearance, but patients whose primary concern is cellulite may benefit more from dedicated cellulite treatments.
The banana roll is a horizontal fat deposit directly below the buttock crease, above the posterior thigh. It is a common complaint after weight loss or in women with hormonal fat distribution. ArtFat can address the banana roll, but it requires careful technique to avoid disrupting the buttock crease — this is an area where surgeon skill matters more than equipment.
Inner thigh is the more commonly-requested area in Asian patients, often for the visual of looser pants and a narrower lower body. Outer thigh saddlebag is more commonly requested by Western-patient anatomy. At Artner Busan, inner + outer thigh is the most common combined request — the two zones must be planned together for balanced circumference.
Single-zone thigh ArtFat: Day 4 light activity, Week 2 most activities, Week 8 to 12 final contour. Combined inner + outer: Day 5 to 6 light activity, Week 3 most activities, Week 10 to 16 final contour. Thigh recovery is typically slower than abdomen because of gravity-dependent swelling.
We strongly advise against flying within 48 to 72 hours of thigh ArtFat due to deep vein thrombosis (DVT) risk from prolonged sitting immediately post-procedure. Most international patients fly home Day 4 to 5 for thigh cases. Compression socks and in-flight leg exercises are recommended for any post-procedure flight.
Not permanently. Dr. Lee stays in the superficial subcutaneous plane during extraction, preserving muscle and neurovascular structures. Most patients return to gym work at Week 6 to 8 and full running by Week 10 to 12. Post-ArtFat patients often report easier exercise because of improved lower-body mobility.
Thigh skin elasticity varies significantly by age, weight-loss history, and genetics. Accent Prime radiofrequency tightening included in ArtFat minimizes loose-skin risk for most patients. Patients with severe thigh skin laxity may be counselled on a thigh lift (surgical skin excision) rather than being sold lipo that will not match their goal.
· Reshape Your Lower Body
Sculpt your
thigh contour.
Book a free video consultation with Dr. Lee Jong-gun. Zone-by-zone analysis, realistic expectations, and a written quote within 48 hours.