Body Lift Surgery in Seoul, Korea
Targeted tummy tuck, arm lift and thigh lift surgery for loose skin after weight loss, pregnancy, aging or previous body contouring.
Do you need liposuction, a body lift, or both?
The right operation depends on whether the main problem is fat, loose skin, weakened abdominal muscle, or a combination.
✓ Liposuction may be enough
You have localized pinchable fat and reasonably elastic skin. Liposuction can reduce subcutaneous fat, but it cannot remove hanging skin or repair abdominal muscle separation.
✓ A body lift may be appropriate
Loose or folded skin is the main concern after weight loss, pregnancy, aging or previous liposuction. Meaningful tightening requires skin excision and a permanent scar.
✓ Combined surgery may help
Both excess fat and loose skin contribute to the contour. Liposuction and skin removal may be combined when tissue circulation, operating time and recovery burden remain acceptable.
Choose the body area you want to improve
Each area has different incision choices, recovery demands and limitations. Use these guides to compare the options before requesting an assessment.
Tummy Tuck
Removes loose abdominal skin. Full surgery may include belly-button reconstruction and muscle repair when indicated; 360° liposuction can be added for circumferential fat.
Brachioplasty (Arm Lift)
Removes loose upper-arm skin through an axillary, mini, standard or extended incision. The scar range must match how far the laxity extends.
Thigh Lift
Removes lax inner or outer-thigh skin. A groin-only mini lift has limited downward reach; broader laxity requires a vertical or extended scar.
Mommy Makeover
Coordinates abdominal and breast surgery within one Korea visit. At Evita Clinic these are planned as separate operations, with recovery reassessed before the second stage.
Body lift surgery cost in Korea
The fee reflects the actual excision range. A combined operation has its own listed fee or is calculated from the selected procedures.
| Area | Procedure | Current fee | Minimum stay | Recommended stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abdomen | Mini Tummy Tuck | ₩3,300,000 | 5 days | 7 days |
| Abdomen | Full Tummy Tuck | ₩6,600,000 | 10 days | 14 days |
| Abdomen | Extended Tummy Tuck | ₩8,800,000 | 14 days | 21 days |
| Abdomen | Mini Lipoabdominoplasty | ₩6,600,000 | 7 days | 10 days |
| Abdomen | Lipoabdominoplasty | ₩9,900,000 | 14 days | 21 days |
| Upper arms | Axillary Brachioplasty | ₩2,200,000 | 5 days | 7 days |
| Upper arms | Mini Brachioplasty | ₩4,400,000 | 7 days | 10 days |
| Upper arms | Standard Brachioplasty | ₩5,500,000 | 10 days | 14 days |
| Upper arms | Extended Brachioplasty | ₩6,600,000 | 14 days | 21 days |
| Thighs | Mini Thigh Lift | ₩4,400,000 | 10 days | 14 days |
| Thighs | Standard Thigh Lift | ₩6,600,000 | 14 days | 21 days |
| Thighs | Extended Thigh Lift | ₩9,900,000 | 21 days | 28 days |
| Thighs | Thigh Lipoplasty | ₩10,450,000 | 14 days | 21 days |
Fixed fees include 10% cosmetic VAT, consultation, anesthesia, surgery and routine postoperative care at Evita Clinic. Prescription medicines, compression garments, required tests and optional additional procedures are separate. Thigh Lipoplasty combines 360° thigh and hip liposuction with a Standard Thigh Lift. Mommy Makeover has no single package price.
Who may be a good candidate?
- Loose or hanging skin is the primary concern
- Weight loss is complete and body weight is reasonably stable
- You understand that the scar is permanent
- You are medically suitable for elective surgery
- You can stop smoking, vaping and nicotine as directed
- You can remain in Korea for the required follow-up period
- You have realistic expectations about symmetry and healing
Surgery may need to wait
- Weight is still changing significantly
- Pregnancy is planned in the near future
- Diabetes, anemia, cardiovascular disease or another condition is not adequately controlled
- Nicotine cessation is not possible
- You expect widespread tightening through a very short scar
- The requested combination would create excessive operating or recovery burden
How body lift surgery is planned
Skin-removal surgery is planned around the area of laxity, blood supply, wound tension, expected operating time and the patient’s ability to move safely after surgery.
Assessment
Dr. Francis Jeon evaluates skin mobility, fat distribution, asymmetry, previous scars, medical history and the patient’s priorities.
Standing design
The incision and skin-removal range are marked while standing, then checked again before the operation.
Surgery
Tumescent local anesthesia and monitored twilight sedation are used. ECG, oxygen saturation and blood pressure are monitored.
Recovery
Patients are discharged the same day after they are awake, stable and able to walk safely with assistance.
Can body lift procedures be combined?
Selected skin removal and liposuction can be combined when the total operative and recovery burden remains reasonable.
- Tummy tuck with 360° abdominal liposuction
- Arm lift with arm and armpit liposuction
- Standard thigh lift with 360° thigh and hip liposuction
When incisions, operating time, blood loss or mobility restrictions become excessive, the procedures are separated.
Mommy Makeover is staged
At Evita Clinic, abdominal surgery and breast surgery are not performed together on the same day. The abdomen is treated first, recovery is reassessed, and breast surgery is performed on a separate day only if the patient is medically ready.
A typical staged Mommy Makeover requires a stay in Korea of at least 3 weeks.
Follow-up depends on the incision
Recovery varies by treatment area, incision length, combined liposuction, muscle repair and individual healing. Follow-up may include dressings, drain management, swelling checks, compression adjustment and staged suture removal.
- Gentle walking begins early as instructed
- Movement that pulls the incision is restricted
- Compression is generally continued for at least 8 weeks when prescribed
- Exercise resumes only after the wound is secure
- International travel remains flexible until medical clearance
Scars, risks and limitations
A body lift exchanges loose skin for a permanent scar. Longer excisions provide broader correction but create a larger wound and greater recovery burden.
- Bleeding, hematoma, infection or seroma
- Delayed healing or wound separation
- Wide, raised, migrated or asymmetric scars
- Skin or fat circulation problems and tissue loss
- Numbness, firmness, swelling or contour irregularity
- Lymphatic swelling, particularly after arm or thigh surgery
- Deep-vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism or anesthesia-related complications
- Residual laxity or need for revision surgery
Body lift surgery questions
What does “body lift” mean at Evita Clinic?
It is a category for targeted skin-removal operations, principally tummy tuck, brachioplasty and thigh lift. It does not automatically mean a circumferential lower body lift around the entire waist.
What is the difference between liposuction and a body lift?
Liposuction removes subcutaneous fat through small access incisions. A body lift removes loose skin through a longer incision. Liposuction cannot reliably tighten hanging skin, while a lift does not replace overall weight management.
Can I choose the shortest scar?
Only if the loose skin is limited to the area reached by that incision. A shorter scar provides less tightening. Widespread laxity requires a longer excision for a meaningful result.
What anesthesia is used?
Evita Clinic uses tumescent local anesthesia combined with monitored intravenous twilight sedation rather than general anesthesia. ECG, oxygen saturation and blood pressure are monitored during surgery and recovery.
Will I stay overnight in the hospital?
Routine hospital admission is not required. Patients leave the clinic the same day after meeting recovery criteria. Nearby accommodation and a responsible adult after sedation are recommended.
Can several body lift procedures be performed together?
Selected liposuction and skin removal may be combined when the expected operating time and recovery burden are acceptable. Large multi-area skin excisions are generally staged on separate dates.
How long should I stay in Korea?
The stay depends on the exact procedure. Current minimum and recommended stays range from 5 and 7 days for an Axillary Brachioplasty or Mini Tummy Tuck to 21 and 28 days for an Extended Thigh Lift. Follow the longer requirement when procedures are combined.
Will body lift scars disappear?
No. Scars are permanent, although they usually soften and fade as they mature. Their final width, color and elevation depend on skin type, incision tension, healing, nicotine exposure and postoperative care.
Should my weight be stable before surgery?
Yes. Surgery is best planned after major weight loss is complete and weight has remained reasonably stable. Further weight loss may create new laxity, while weight gain can stretch the result.
What should I send for an online assessment?
Send clear standing front, back and side photos showing the complete treatment area, plus age, sex, height, weight, weight-loss history, previous surgery, medical conditions, medications, allergies, smoking status and preferred travel dates.
Body contouring by Dr. Francis Jeon
Dr. Francis Jeon is a board-certified thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon and the founder of Evita Clinic in Seoul. Since establishing the clinic in 2009, he has focused on gynecomastia, breast surgery and body contouring for Korean and international patients.
His body lift planning balances the desired correction with scar length, tissue circulation, wound tension, safe operating time and realistic recovery. All operations are performed by Dr. Jeon.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Francis Jeon · Last reviewed: July 22, 2026
Find the right body lift procedure for your skin
Send clear standing photos together with your age, sex, height, weight, weight-loss history, previous operations, medical conditions, medications, smoking status and preferred travel dates for a preliminary review by Dr. Jeon.
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