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1-day upper body liposuction: shoulder to waist

Arms, armpit, bra line and upper back — treated together in one day, so your upper body looks slimmer and more feminine from every angle, in every top.

4 Connected areas in one session
1 day Surgery, same-day discharge
1 Recovery instead of four
₩4.5M + Starting estimate
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Kang Dae Won, Head Surgeon & Clinic Owner, BBAE Clinic Gangnam · credentials

Last updated September 2026 · Written for international patients by the BBAE English team

Why treat the upper body as one unit

Slim arms next to a bulging armpit or bra strap still look heavy. Upper-body fat is connected, so the most natural results come from sculpting the whole region in proportion: upper arms, the armpit "wing," the bra line and the upper back. That's the idea behind BBAE's signature 1-day upper body plan.

What's included

  • Upper arms (back and inner side)
  • Armpit / axillary fat
  • Bra line and side-back
  • Upper back and, if needed, the shoulder hump
  • Optional: forearm line

The day

  1. Morning: final design Your surgeon marks the plan with you standing.
  2. Surgery under sleep anesthesia Using power-assisted liposuction (PAL), water-assisted liposuction (WAL) and a hand-finished final pass.
  3. Afternoon: rest You leave in a compression garment the same day.
  4. Next day Light daily activity; first check-up.

Cost

1-day upper body liposuction typically costs ₩4.5–7 million (about $3,300–$5,200). See arm and back cost guides, and arm before & after photos.

Frequently asked questions

Is it too much to do four areas at once?

These areas are connected and relatively moderate in volume, so they're commonly treated together. Your surgeon confirms a safe plan.

How long is the recovery?

Most patients do light activity the next day. Bruising fades over 1–2 weeks; final shape at 1–3 months.

Can I lift my luggage?

Avoid heavy lifting for about 2 weeks — ask the hotel or a companion to help with bags.

How many days in Seoul?

5–7 nights is ideal.

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Get your personal plan & quote

Message us photos of the area you want to change. One of our three fat-surgery specialists reviews them and replies with a plan, the number of days you should stay in Seoul, and a written estimate.