Awake Liposuction in Korea
Awake liposuction means fat is aspirated under local anesthesia while you remain conscious. In Korea, 365mc offers this approach as LAMS, a procedure it introduced in 2014, alongside Royal LAMS with an added recovery program.
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How awake liposuction works at 365mc
LAMS: fat aspiration under local anesthesia while you stay awake.
The doctor examines the area and confirms suitability.
Only the treatment area is numbed; no sedation.
Fat is removed through a small cannula while you are awake.
Personal aftercare instructions and follow-up.
How awake liposuction works at 365mc
Local anesthesia numbs the treatment area, and fat is removed directly through a small cannula. Because there is no sedation, international patients often ask about LAMS when planning shorter trips. Standard LAMS is priced by bottle; Infinite LAMS uses an area-based model.
Awake liposuction vs liposuction under sedation
Awake LAMS suits smaller, localized areas assessed as suitable. Larger or multi-area plans may be better suited to surgical liposuction under sedation. Compare them in LAMS vs liposuction and read the general awake liposuction guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is awake liposuction available in Korea?
Yes. 365mc performs LAMS, an awake fat-aspiration procedure under local anesthesia, at its Seoul facilities.
Does awake liposuction hurt?
Local anesthesia is intended to numb the area, but you may feel pressure or discomfort. Ask how the team assesses and manages discomfort.
Can I fly home soon after awake liposuction?
Timing depends on your procedure and recovery. Get personal advice and read flying after treatment.
Is awake liposuction non-surgical?
It is minimally invasive but still involves skin entry and aspiration, so it is not noninvasive or risk-free. See non-surgical liposuction.
Big questions.
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