Achieving a slim and well-toned body is a goal for many individuals. Recently, the trend of body profile photography has highlighted a growing preference for a firm and curvaceous physique over mere thinness. This has led to a steady increase in individuals adopting structured dietary regimens and exercise routines to refine their body contours.
However, body contouring is particularly challenging for individuals with busy lifestyles. Irregular habits, such as long working hours and frequent social engagements, often hinder the consistent practice of diet and exercise. Even those with a naturally lean physique may develop localized fat deposits in areas like the abdomen and thighs due to prolonged sedentary behavior, commonly referred to as “skinny obesity” (normal-weight obesity).
Consequently, many people abandon their weight loss efforts prematurely or find themselves dissatisfied with uneven body contours even after successful weight reduction. Liposuction, also known as suction-assisted lipectomy (SAL), has emerged as a sought-after solution for such cases.
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that involves the administration of a tumescent solution—containing a mixture of saline, lidocaine, and epinephrine—to targeted areas such as the abdomen, thighs, arms, or calves. This solution emulsifies the adipose tissue, facilitating its removal via a thin cannula. By directly extracting adipocytes (fat cells), the procedure reduces the likelihood of weight regain. Furthermore, it allows for the selective removal of fat deposits, making it highly effective for addressing stubborn or disproportionate adiposity that persists even after lifestyle modifications.
However, the removal of excessive adipose tissue in a single session may result in complications, including a sudden decrease in dermal elasticity, dermal depressions, or irregular body contours. Therefore, it is crucial to approach liposuction as a precision surgery that accounts for the patient’s overall body morphology, the proportional balance with surrounding areas, muscle mass, and skin elasticity. Selecting an experienced surgeon who can formulate a tailored, patient-specific treatment plan is critical to achieving optimal outcomes.
Dr. Lee Joon-woo of Re:Slim Clinic explains, “The primary objective of liposuction is to enhance body contour by carefully removing an appropriate volume of adipose tissue. This necessitates thorough preoperative consultation and precise diagnostic evaluation to establish a systematic surgical plan. Given the procedure’s intricacy and the focus required, patients are advised to choose clinics that prioritize meticulous, personalized surgeries rather than facilities conducting numerous operations daily. Such an approach minimizes postoperative complications and ensures a high level of patient satisfaction.”
Dr. Lee Joon-woo is a graduate of Yonsei University College of Medicine and has over 15 years of specialized experience exclusively in liposculpture and body contouring.
