Date posted: 03-07-2026 | Last updated : 07-07-2026
After successfully losing weight, Alex was still struggling with stubborn fat deposits around his abdomen, back, and chest, along with loose abdominal skin caused by reduced skin elasticity. After carefully evaluating several internationally recognized aesthetic centers, he chose the Body Contouring Department at Kangnam Aesthetic Hospital to undergo a customized treatment plan combining Lipo 360 Liposuction and Mini Abdominoplasty, restoring a flatter, more sculpted physique in a single surgical procedure.
Alex spent months improving his diet and maintaining a consistent exercise routine to lose weight. Although he achieved significant weight loss, his body contour did not meet his expectations.
Stubborn fat remained around his lower abdomen, while excess fat on his back and chest continued to affect his overall body proportions. More importantly, after losing weight, the skin on his abdomen failed to retract naturally, resulting in loose, sagging skin with noticeable folds that prevented his abdomen from looking firm and toned.
“I thought losing weight would automatically give me the body I wanted. In reality, the stubborn fat and loose skin still made me feel uncomfortable wearing fitted clothes or going swimming. I wanted a solution that could address both issues instead of improving only one.”
Before traveling to Vietnam, Alex spent considerable time researching body contouring centers in several countries. His decision to choose Kangnam was not based solely on cost, but on its ability to manage complex body contouring cases.
Through before-and-after case studies and online consultations, Alex found that Kangnam’s surgeons not only perform liposuction but also thoroughly assess skin elasticity, abdominal muscle separation, and fat distribution before recommending an individualized treatment plan.
According to Alex, this comprehensive evaluation was a key difference because, for patients with both excess fat and loose skin, liposuction alone cannot achieve an ideal body contour and may even make sagging skin more noticeable.
After a comprehensive examination, Dr. Nguyen Pham Minh Tri (Dr. Thomas Nguyen), Specialist in Plastic Surgery and Body Contouring at Kangnam Aesthetic Hospital (218 Nguyen Trai Branch), determined that Alex’s condition required a combination of surgical techniques performed during a single operation.
If liposuction alone had been performed, the excess skin left behind after fat removal would have become even more noticeable.
On the other hand, performing only a tummy tuck would not have addressed the stubborn fat deposits around the waist, back, and chest, resulting in an incomplete body contour.
Therefore, Dr. Thomas Nguyen developed a treatment plan combining two procedures:
Fat was removed comprehensively from the abdomen, waist, flanks, back, and chest to create a more balanced body contour. The procedure utilized ultrasound-assisted technology to emulsify fat before extraction, helping minimize tissue trauma and reduce the risk of uneven results after surgery.
After removing excess fat, the surgeon excised the loose skin from the lower abdomen and repaired weakened abdominal muscles. This step plays a critical role in creating a flatter, firmer abdomen while providing longer-lasting contouring results instead of simply reducing waist circumference.
The combination of these procedures addressed the underlying causes of the aesthetic concerns rather than treating only the visible symptoms.
During the first week after surgery, Alex was already able to walk independently and perform light daily activities under the guidance of Kangnam’s postoperative care team.
Approximately 12 days after surgery, the incision had healed well, the sutures were stable, and the stitches were removed.
By the third week, his waistline had become noticeably slimmer, the loose skin on his lower abdomen had significantly improved, and the excess fat on his back and chest had been effectively reduced, creating a more proportionate physique.
“I didn’t just notice a change in my appearance—I also regained the confidence to wear clothes that I used to avoid. What impressed me most was that the surgeon addressed both the stubborn fat and the loose skin instead of simply making my waist smaller.”
Many people believe that liposuction alone is enough to improve body contour after weight loss. However, for individuals whose skin has already lost its elasticity, removing fat alone may actually make loose skin appear more pronounced.
Proper assessment of the underlying condition and selecting the appropriate treatment plan are essential to achieving optimal results.
At the Body Contouring Department of Kangnam Aesthetic Hospital, every patient undergoes a comprehensive examination so the surgeon can determine whether liposuction, abdominoplasty, or a combination of both procedures is the most appropriate solution to maximize aesthetic outcomes while maintaining patient safety.
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