Fat Grafting in Namyangju: 3 Steps to Check When You Want an Experienced Doctor

Looking for an experienced doctor for fat grafting in Namyangju? With fat grafting, "who performs the procedure" matters more than any clinic or brand for both results and safety. At Seoul Cheongdam Dr. Anapa Clinic in Dasan New Town, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, Medical Director Dr. Ahn Jae-seok, with more than 15,000 procedures over 20 years, personally takes charge of everything from consultation and treatment to aftercare.

Fat grafting involves three stages, fat harvesting, purification and injection, and the doctor's know-how throughout all three affects the graft survival rate. The right technique differs depending on each person's amount of fat, treatment area and health condition, so it is important to set up a plan that suits you through a thorough consultation beforehand.

■ 1. What Is Fat Grafting, and Why Does the Doctor's Skill Matter?

Fat grafting is a procedure in which your own fat is harvested from a specific part of the body (such as the thighs or abdomen), purified, and then injected into areas that need volume. Across the three stages that decide the outcome (harvesting → purification → injection), the doctor's technical precision plays an important role in graft survival and in preventing side effects.

Here is the step-by-step approach at Seoul Cheongdam Dr. Anapa Clinic.

• Harvesting: precise low-pressure suction harvesting to reduce cell damage
• Purification: purification techniques that preserve stem cells and intact cells
• Injection: micro-injection applying 5-step design and under-correction techniques

■ 2. 20 Years of Research Know-how: The "Under-correction Technique" and "5-Step Design Fat Grafting"

Dr. Ahn Jae-seok of Seoul Cheongdam Dr. Anapa Clinic has built up long-term research and clinical results in the field of fat grafting.

• Conference presentation: At the 2009 World Congress of Aesthetic Medicine in Beijing, he presented "5-step design fat grafting using the under-correction method," designed with graft survival and post-procedure swelling in mind.
• Clinical experience: Having performed more than 15,000 individually tailored fat grafting procedures over more than 20 years, he has established his own precise injection know-how.

The features of the under-correction and 5-step design techniques are as follows.

• Considering the survival environment: avoids excessive injection to reduce the chance of cell necrosis, and aims to support blood vessel formation in the grafted fat tissue.
• Considering swelling and recovery: reduces tissue damage to help manage swelling and bruising after the procedure.
• Three-dimensional lines: a 5-step three-dimensional design finely adjusts the volume of the face and treatment areas.

■ 3. Stem Cells and Youthful-Look Fat Grafting

Seoul Cheongdam Dr. Anapa Clinic combines youthful-look fat grafting with stem cell treatment. Fat grafting using stem cells aims to support graft survival by promoting blood vessel formation and inducing the release of growth factors.

The combination of Dr. Ahn Jae-seok's 5-step design technique and stem cell treatment is a core element of our care for creating natural-looking volume. The fat grafting process at Seoul Cheongdam Dr. Anapa Clinic

1. One-on-one personalized assessment

2. We analyze each person's amount of their own fat and the structure of the treatment area.

3. Customized procedure design

4. Dr. Ahn Jae-seok sets up a precise 5-step design.

5. Harvesting and purifying your own fat

6. We carry out precise purification that reduces cell damage. (combined with stem cells when needed)

7. Precise under-correction injection

8. The procedure is performed with fine, layer-by-layer distribution to manage swelling.

9. Follow-up care

10. We guide you through systematic care to help maintain graft survival.

■ 4. Essential Checklist Before Fat Grafting

Results of fat grafting can vary depending on each person's skin thickness, amount of fat and lifestyle (such as smoking).

• Check how much of your own fat can be harvested
• Avoid smoking for a set period before and after the procedure (essential for maintaining graft survival)
• Avoid excessive pressure and exposure to hot environments (saunas, jjimjilbang) after the procedure
• Avoid injecting too much at once (pursuing gradual, natural results through the under-correction method)

At Seoul Cheongdam Dr. Anapa Clinic in Dasan New Town, Namyangju, which is also easy to reach from nearby areas such as Byeollae-dong, Guri and Hanam, you can check whether the procedure is right for you through a systematic consultation.

■ 5. Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How is 5-step design fat grafting different from regular fat grafting? A. Rather than overfilling, we apply the "under-correction technique," which pursues natural results step by step, and the "5-step three-dimensional design." This method, presented at the 2009 World Congress of Aesthetic Medicine in Beijing, aims for natural volume by reducing the chance of swelling and lumps and considering an environment favorable to graft survival.

Q. How long does the fat that survives after fat grafting last? A. Your own fat that has survived stably often lasts for a long time. However, the volume can change depending on changes in your weight or the progression of aging, so precise treatment and aftercare are important.

Q. Which is right for me, fat grafting or fillers? A. Because autologous fat grafting uses your own tissue, the chance of rejection is low, you can expect a natural texture, and it often lasts relatively long. Fillers are simpler to perform but may need periodic re-treatment. Which method suits you depends on the treatment area and the change you want, so we recommend checking through a consultation.

Q. How long is the recovery period after fat grafting? A. Our clinic uses the under-correction technique, which adjusts the injection amount in a way that reduces swelling. Bruising and swelling vary from person to person and often subside within a few days, but this can differ depending on the treatment area and extent. We will let you know when you can return to daily life during your consultation.

■ Start a Personalized Consultation at Seoul Cheongdam Dr. Anapa Clinic in Dasan New Town, Namyangju

Based on clinical experience with more than 15,000 fat grafting procedures over 20 years, we plan volume lines that suit each person's condition. If you have questions about fat grafting, we invite you to visit Seoul Cheongdam Dr. Anapa Clinic in Dasan New Town, Namyangju, for a one-on-one personalized consultation with Medical Director Dr. Ahn Jae-seok.

You can book by phone (031-8088-8030) or through the "Book" button on our website (www.drahnapa.com). ※ This content is for informational purposes only, and results may vary from person to person. For a specific diagnosis or treatment, please be sure to consult a medical professional.

Dr. Ahn Jae-seok, Medical Director, Board-certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist

• Completed residency in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine at Seoul National University Hospital
• Fellow, Pain Center, Seoul National University Hospital
• Founding member and former General Secretary, Korean Society of IMS
• Former Scientific Director, Korean Society of Obesity and Body Contouring
• Former Scientific Director, Korean Society of Mesotherapy

■ Clinic Hours

• Weekdays: 09:00 ~ 18:00 (lunch break 13:00 ~ 14:00)
• Sunday: 11:00 ~ 17:00 (open without breaks)
• Saturday: Closed

■ Directions

3F, 80 Dasanjungang-ro 82beon-gil, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do (Haegang Plaza, in front of Central Complex 6 and Dasan Kkotdabi Kindergarten) Phone: 031-8088-8030 The underground parking entrance is at the back of the building. If you use T map, search for "Seoul Cheongdam Dr. Anapa Clinic" as your destination and add "Gaun Intersection" as a waypoint for an easier route from Gangbyeonbuk-ro.