Apgujeong Butt Fat Grafting: Here’s a Realistic Look at Scars, Compression Garments, and How Long Results Last

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Hello,

I’m Son Hyun-joo, director of Cheongdam OK Clinic,

specializing in Apgujeong butt fat grafting.

▶ Full member of the Korean Association of Cosmetic Surgery (KACS)
▶ Full member of the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity (KSSO)
▶ Full member of the Korean Association of Obesity and Aesthetic Treatment (KAAM)
▶ Full member of the Korean Society for Liposuction Surgery (KSSL)
▶ Full member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (KSAS)

For those considering a butt volume procedure,

rather than simply wondering how the line will change,

Butt fat grafting

many people worry more about the process afterward.

Questions such as whether scars will remain, how uncomfortable the compression garment will be, and how long the results will last are common.

In particular, because this is an area used frequently in daily life,

the burden of the recovery process can feel even greater.

This procedure is not something that treats only one area;

it involves both harvesting and grafting,

so it is important to understand the overall process before proceeding.

Where do scars appear, and how noticeable are they? Scars usually form at the small incision sites made for harvesting and injection.

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Although the incisions themselves are small, the perceived visibility can vary depending on the location.

In general, the procedure is performed by choosing areas hidden by skin folds or underwear,

and in many cases, the scars gradually fade over time.

However, healing speed can differ from person to person depending on skin regeneration and aftercare.

Day 1 after the procedure

That is why, during the consultation stage, it is helpful to receive a detailed explanation of where scars may appear and how to manage them.

Rather than a vague assurance that everything will be fine, it is much more realistic to understand what process it goes through and how it changes.

Why is a compression garment necessary, and how long should it be worn? A compression garment is worn to help recovery in the treated area.

(Left) Before the procedure, (Right) 3 months after the procedure

It helps the skin adhere evenly and also plays an important role in managing swelling.

Usually, wearing it consistently for a certain period is recommended,

and that period may vary depending on the individual’s recovery status and the extent of liposuction.

Since direct pressure on the buttock graft area itself should be avoided,

Butt fat grafting

it is important to follow the instructions for how and when to wear it precisely.

Wearing a compression garment may feel inconvenient, but

how this process is managed can make a difference in recovery speed and satisfaction.

How long do the results last, realistically? The duration of the results is one of the factors with the greatest individual variation.

(Left) Before the procedure, (Right) 1 day after the procedure

The grafted tissue undergoes a period of absorption,

and the portion that survives becomes established.

This process takes place over several months and can be influenced by weight changes and lifestyle habits.

So rather than expecting permanent results from a single procedure,

it is important to think realistically about how long you want the results to last.

Butt fat grafting

Rather than excessive expectations, understanding the range of change possible from your current body shape becomes the basis for improving satisfaction.

In the end, this procedure is as much about recovery and management as it is about the result.

Thank you for reading ^^

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