KOKO Plastic Surgery · Fat Transfer & Liposuction

Mini Liposuction

Just the fat that bothers you, in a short surgery

Mini liposuction is partial liposuction focused on a limited area. It suits people who are slim but bothered by fat in one area, or who struggle with stubborn local fat.

Surgery takes under 1 hour. Unlike standard liposuction, no compression garment or separate aftercare is needed.

Surgery time
Under 1 hour
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia or sedation
Hospital stay
Same-day discharge
Stitch removal
After about 7 days
Recovery
3 hours–1 day

Who it is for

  • You want to remove fat only from a noticeable spot or one area, such as the ankles, arms or knees
  • Your skin is uneven and you want to reshape your body
  • Aftercare or wearing a compression garment after liposuction feels like a burden
  • You want to reshape your body in a short time
  • You feel uneasy about standard liposuction

What is mini liposuction?

It is liposuction that removes fat from a limited, focused area. It suits people who want to remove stubborn local fat or improve skin elasticity.

Pain after surgery is relatively mild. Unlike standard liposuction, no compression garment or separate aftercare is needed.

Because surgery is short, puffiness and bruising are easier to limit and downtime is short, so it is easier to get back to daily life.

Results and recovery vary from person to person.

Areas that can be treated

It treats local fat in areas such as these.

  • Upper arms, around the shoulder blades, back
  • Upper abdomen, lower abdomen, love handles (flanks)
  • Banana roll (under the buttocks)
  • Outer thighs, inner thighs
  • Knees, inner knees
  • Calves, ankles

Aftercare

To help the wounds settle quickly, please follow these points.

  • On the day of surgery, take it easy and rest as much as you can.
  • For about 2–3 days after surgery, fluid injected during the operation may leak from the incisions. Puffiness and bruising last a few days.
  • The incisions take about 7 days to heal. You can take a light shower from 1 week after surgery. Avoid baths and long sauna sessions.
  • Alcohol and smoking slow recovery. Avoid both for at least 3–4 weeks after surgery.
  • Once your body has recovered somewhat, light exercise such as jogging is fine. Avoid strenuous exercise for 2–3 weeks.
  • During downtime, protect the treated areas from strong impacts.

Risks and side effects

Results and recovery vary from person to person. The main risks and side effects are:

  • Swelling and bruising after surgery or treatment
  • Infection or inflammation
  • Asymmetry, or a result that differs from what you pictured
  • Scarring (when an incision is made)
  • Numbness or changes in sensation (often temporary)

If anything concerns you, you can still reach us on WhatsApp after you fly home.

How it differs from standard liposuction

A focused area means a shorter surgery

Comparing the two types of liposuction

  • Standard liposuction

    Fat is suctioned from the whole area under sedation or general anesthesia. Surgery takes 2–3 hours, and recovery takes about 2–3 days.

    The change shows across the whole area.

    Liposuction
  • Mini liposuction

    Fat is suctioned only from a specific area under local anesthesia or sedation. Surgery is short, and recovery takes about 3 hours to 1 day.

    Because the area is focused, the change is limited to that area.

WHY KOKO

Why patients choose KOKO for Mini Liposuction

  1. 01

    Surgery in under 1 hour

    Because surgery is short, downtime also tends to be short.

  2. 02

    Detailed analysis before surgery

    We analyze your body type, age, fat and abdominal fascia, then operate with fine precision.

  3. 03

    For changes after liposuction too

    If you gain weight after liposuction, fat tends to build up in areas that were not treated. We can finely refine those surrounding areas too.

  4. 04

    Only the fat that needs to go

    We remove only unneeded fat, so we can suction finely up to the fat near the skin while limiting tissue damage.

How long to stay

For mini liposuction, plan to stay about a week

Recovery is short, about 3 hours to 1 day, but stitches come out about 7 days after surgery. We plan your schedule together at your consultation.

  1. Day 1

    Visit and consultation

    Dr. Cho Bae-jung checks the fat in the area that bothers you and decides how much to treat. A medical interpreter joins you.

  2. Surgery day

    Surgery

    Under 1 hour with local anesthesia or sedation. You go home the same day.

  3. Following days

    Follow-up checks

    Puffiness and bruising checks. You come in from where you are staying.

  4. Around day 7

    Stitch removal

    Stitches come out and the wounds are checked. Light showers are fine from 1 week.

  5. Flying home

    Surgery certificate

    We prepare the documents you need to leave Korea. You can still reach us on WhatsApp after you fly home.

  • Medical interpreterA professional medical interpreter joins your consultation and surgery
  • Airport transferOne-way or round-trip, depending on your surgery fee
  • AccommodationA guesthouse is provided. You can switch to a hotel
  • Service details

FAQ

Common questions about Mini Liposuction

  • Standard liposuction treats a whole area over 2–3 hours, under sedation or general anesthesia. Mini liposuction treats only a specific area in a short time, under local anesthesia or sedation. Recovery is shorter, at about 3 hours to 1 day. In turn, the change is limited to that area.

  • It suits areas with local fat, such as the upper arms, back, around the shoulder blades, upper and lower abdomen, love handles and banana roll. It also suits the inner and outer thighs, knees, calves and ankles.

  • Yes. If you gain weight after liposuction, fat tends to build up in untreated areas. Mini liposuction can finely refine those surrounding areas.

  • Surgery takes under 1 hour with local anesthesia or sedation, and you go home the same day. Stitches come out after about 7 days, so plan on about a week.

  • It depends on the areas and extent of liposuction. Send photos of the areas that concern you on WhatsApp (+82 10-9608-0042), and we will give you an estimate. We can also go over it in an online consultation.

  • Yes. You can message us in English on WhatsApp (+82 10-9608-0042). A medical interpreter joins your consultation at the clinic.

How to start

Getting started is easy.

Book a consultation online, or send us your questions on WhatsApp. We will reply in English.

  1. Book online

    Choose a date and time that suits you for your consultation.

  2. Ask on WhatsApp

    A short question is enough to start.

  3. Photos are optional

    Front, side and 45° photos help us give you a more specific cost estimate.

QR code to chat with KOKO Plastic Surgery on WhatsApp (+82 10-9608-0042)

Scan with your phone to open a WhatsApp chat with us (+82 10-9608-0042).

Chat with us on WhatsApp

+82 10-9608-0042

Message KOKO Plastic Surgery on WhatsApp. We reply in English.

QR code to chat with KOKO Plastic Surgery on WhatsApp (+82 10-9608-0042)
Or scan with your phone

Don’t have WhatsApp? Download it