Infinite LAMS Explained: Larger Areas Without General Anaesthesia
Short answer: When your plan covers a larger area or several areas at once, Infinite LAMS extends LAMS (Local Anesthetic Minimal-Invasive Liposuction) to match. As with the standard version, only local numbing is used and you are conscious throughout. It may suit people whose goals go beyond a small pocket of fat but who would prefer to avoid general anaesthesia, although conventional liposuction may still be better for very large volumes.
Standard LAMS is often described as a mini liposuction option. That leaves a question for many people: what if you have more than one area in mind? Infinite LAMS sits between standard LAMS and conventional liposuction. This guide explains what that means in practice and how to decide whether it fits you.
What is Infinite LAMS?
LAMS was introduced by 365mc in 2014. It uses local anaesthesia only and follows three stages:
- Tunnelling to loosen the fibrous bands that hold fat.
- Extraction using a fine cannula inserted through a tiny opening.
- A dissolving solution to help clear remaining fat nearby.
Infinite LAMS applies this same approach to a broader treatment plan, for example a larger area such as the whole abdomen and flanks, or several areas that would otherwise require separate sessions. The exact scope is set by the doctor after assessing your body, health and goals.
Standard LAMS, Infinite LAMS and conventional liposuction compared
Standard LAMS
- Small, defined areas such as the lower abdomen, arms or chin.
- Local anaesthesia; awake throughout.
- Shortest downtime of the three options.
Infinite LAMS
- Larger or multiple areas within one plan.
- Still local anaesthesia, avoiding the specific risks of general anaesthesia.
- No compression garment required, as with standard LAMS.
- Recovery is usually longer than for a single small LAMS area, because more tissue is treated.
Conventional liposuction
- Largest volumes and most extensive reshaping.
- Usually requires sedation or being fully asleep.
- Followed by weeks of compression and the seven-week Orange Care programme.
For a detailed look at the first two, see standard vs Infinite LAMS.
Who may suit Infinite LAMS?
- You have stubborn fat across a larger area or in several areas, but your weight has been stable.
- You would like to avoid general anaesthesia, for personal or medical reasons, after discussion with your doctor.
- You are comfortable staying awake during a longer procedure, with the medical team keeping you informed.
- Your skin has reasonable elasticity, so it can adapt to the new contour.
- You want to combine areas so the overall shape looks balanced, for example abdomen with flanks, or arms with the back near the armpit.
Who may not suit it?
- Very large volumes: conventional liposuction may treat more fat in one session.
- Significant loose skin: fat removal will not tighten lax skin; skin tightening or surgical removal may be needed.
- Visceral fat: fat around the internal organs cannot be removed by any liposuction.
- Weight-loss goals: even treating several areas will not meaningfully reduce your weight; Infinite LAMS is for contour at a settled weight.
- Strong anxiety about being awake: discuss this honestly; the doctor may suggest a different approach.
- Certain medical conditions or medicines: longer local-anaesthetic procedures make the pre-treatment health and medication check particularly important.
What to expect on the day and during recovery
On the day
After your consultation and medical checks, the doctor marks the areas while you stand. Local anaesthetic is introduced into each area. Because you are awake, you can tell the team how you feel, and they can pause or adjust if needed.
Treating more areas naturally takes longer than a single LAMS area. The team works through the plan area by area, keeping the surgeon's movements controlled; at 365mc, the M.A.I.L. system monitors how the cannula moves across each zone and alerts the surgeon to anything worth adjusting, which can help over a longer, multi-area session.
After a rest and check, you leave the clinic the same day. It is wise to have your accommodation close by and to plan a quiet evening.
Recovery and downtime
- First few days: soreness, tightness, swelling and bruising across the treated areas; some fluid may drain from the small entry points.
- First week: gentle walking is encouraged; many people manage light routines, though more areas usually mean more fatigue than with a single LAMS area.
- Weeks to months: swelling gradually settles and the contour becomes clearer.
A compression garment is not required for LAMS. Aftercare such as shockwave therapy (ESWT) may be used to support recovery. Your doctor will advise when to resume exercise, saunas and swimming.
Risks and side effects
- Bruising, swelling and temporary numbness or altered sensation.
- Contour irregularities, asymmetry or small dents.
- Infection at entry points.
- Small scars at the incision sites, usually discreet.
- Reactions to local anaesthetic, particularly when larger areas are treated; doctors calculate safe limits for each patient.
- Fatigue and discomfort that may be greater than with a single small area.
Local anaesthesia avoids the specific risks of general anaesthesia, but it does not remove all risk. The safety and risks page explains more.
Cost factors and planning your trip
What affects the cost?
Because 365mc charges LAMS by the "bottle" of fat extracted, an Infinite LAMS quote is driven mainly by the total volume removed across all your areas, not by how many areas are on the list. You will receive a personal quote rather than a published price, in line with Korean rules on advertising uninsured fees, and the figure is the same whichever 365mc hospital you attend.
Planning tips for travellers
- Share photos of every area you are interested in during an online consultation, so the doctor can outline a realistic plan.
- Allow extra recovery days compared with a single LAMS area before you fly.
- Choose accommodation near the clinic to keep travel short on treatment day.
- Keep moving on the flight: walk regularly and stay hydrated.
- Arrange follow-up: with several areas healing at once, agree how your coordinator will check in by message and what to do at home.
Quick FAQs
How many areas can be treated with Infinite LAMS?
There is no fixed number. The doctor decides based on fat volume, your health and safe anaesthetic limits.
Will I feel pain during Infinite LAMS?
Local anaesthesia numbs each area, though you may feel pressure, movement or brief discomfort. Tell the team if anything feels uncomfortable.
Is Infinite LAMS the same as conventional liposuction under local anaesthesia?
It follows the LAMS method, with slender cannulas, tunnelling and a dissolving solution, rather than conventional large-volume suction.
How long should I stay in Korea?
It depends on the areas treated. Plan for several days after treatment, including a check-up before flying; your doctor will advise.
Do I need a compression garment?
No, a compression garment is not required for LAMS, including Infinite LAMS.
If you have several areas in mind and want to know whether they fit one Infinite LAMS plan, you can request a free multi-area assessment. Photos of each area allow a doctor to outline a realistic scope in an online or video consultation before you book.
The information above is general and should not be taken as medical advice for you. How many areas can be treated safely in one session, and the recovery involved, is decided by a doctor once you have been examined.
