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Front thigh
The area that affects the lower-body volume seen from the front and the line above the knee.
- Front volume
- Connection above the knee
- Front silhouette
NB Thigh 360° · Heoeongmu Line Design
Why does reducing only the thigh leave you wanting more?
The thigh, the under-buttock line and the knee are one connected line Only planning them together makes a real difference
Ask about thigh liposuctionVASER2 for celluliteHeoeongmu integrated planning25 years in body contouring
SELF CHECK
What is your thigh concern?
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My inner thighs touch, so they chafe and sweat when I walk
Thigh gap · inner contact②
Saddlebags mean trousers never hang well on me
Saddlebags · outer③
The back and underside of my thigh is uneven with cellulite
Rear cellulite④
My thigh spreads when I sit and the flesh sags
Sagging · firmness⑤
The inner knee bulges, so my leg looks bowed
Inner knee⑥
Even after thigh reduction, the under-buttock sags and my legs look shorter
Under-buttock · transitionIf even one applies, this page will help
The plan changes completely depending on where the concern sits and what type it isLINE PLANNING
A lower-body line depends on connection more than on how much is removed
Even the same thigh concern calls for a different plan depending on the inner, outer and rear thigh, the under-buttock line and the area around the knee. Thigh 360 reads the front, inner, outer and rear thigh separately, but assesses them connected into one cylindrical line.
- The inner thigh and the possibility of a gap
- The outer thigh and saddlebags
- The under-buttock line and its connection to the rear thigh
- The area around the knee and how long the leg reads
- Skin firmness and sagging
- Possible adhesion after previous surgery
Heoeongmu treats the under-buttock line, the thigh and the area around the knee as one question of lower-body proportion. The surgical plan can differ with your fat layer, a muscular lower body, the position of the pelvis and knee, and skin firmness.
360 SURFACE MAP
We read the thigh in four surfaces, and Heoeongmu in three connections
A lower-body line is not decided by the fat volume of one area. The inner, outer, front and rear thigh are assessed separately, but the flow that runs on into the under-buttock line and the knee has to be read with them.
Thigh 360 surface
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Inner thigh
The area behind the sense that the thighs touch, the chafing when walking, and whether a gap is possible.
- Inner fat layer
- Possibility of a gap
- Chafing while walking
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Outer thigh
Saddlebags and volume beside the pelvis can make the lower body read wide and heavy.
- Saddlebags
- The line beside the pelvis
- Lower-body width
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Rear thigh
The rear thigh connects to sagging under the buttock, cellulite, and how the line flows from behind.
- Under-buttock connection
- Rear cellulite
- Rear-view silhouette
Hip · Thigh · Knee connection
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Under the buttock
When the under-buttock line collapses, the leg can read short and sagging even after the thigh is reduced.
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Thigh
The front, inner, outer and rear lines have to be adjusted together for the cylindrical silhouette to run on naturally.
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Around the knee
If volume remains above and inside the knee, the lower body can read heavy and the leg can read shorter.
How far the plan needs to reach can differ with your fat layer, muscle mass, skin firmness and the position of the pelvis and knee.
BODY DESIGN FINDER
Which type is your lower-body concern closest to?
The inner thigh, saddlebags, sagging under the buttock and volume around the knee may each call for a different plan. You can organise your own type before the consultation.
Inner-thigh contact typeOuter thigh / saddlebag typeUnder-buttock sagging typeVolume around the knee typeSuspected revision / adhesion type
The online check is not a medical diagnosis. It is a guide for organising the type of your lower-body concern before consultation.
Check my lower-body typeTHIGH CONCERN GUIDE
Thigh concerns — the cause differs with the position
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No gap at the groin
Thigh gap · inner contactWhen the inner thighs touch, they chafe and sweat when you walk, and summer is uncomfortable. A thigh gap is the space that appears between the inner thighs when standing, and it is created by planning the inner contact line.
Planning the inner contact line
- Precise removal of inner-thigh fat
- A natural space between the legs
- Relief from chafing when walking
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Saddlebags ruin how trousers hang
Saddlebags · outerWhen the outer-thigh saddlebag is developed, no pair of trousers hangs well. The thigh of the trousers pulls and the silhouette is lost. The outer line needs correcting.
Correcting the outer saddlebag
- Correcting the outer-thigh volume line
- A silhouette that lets trousers hang
- A smooth line from the front and the side
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The back of my thigh is uneven
Rear celluliteThe rear of the thigh is an area where cellulite progresses easily. Fibrosed fat tissue creates unevenness that shows in shorts and swimwear. It is hard to remove evenly with standard liposuction.
VASER2 cellulite-focused liposuction
- Emulsifying the fibrosed tissue with VASER2 before suction
- An even, smooth rear line
- Confidence in shorts and swimwear
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My thigh spreads when I sit
Sagging · firmnessWhen thigh flesh sags with gravity, it spreads heavily when you sit and the volume pushes outward even under clothes. Removing fat alone is not enough — the sagging has to be considered too.
Liposuction combined with BodyTite
- Tightening at the same time as removal
- Skin contraction without excision
- A thigh that stays natural when seated
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The inner knee looks bulged
Inner kneeBulging fat on the inner knee makes the leg read bowed. If the knee is left when the thigh is reduced, the whole leg line reads unnatural. The Heoeongmu plan tidies the knee as well.
Tidying the inner-knee line
- Integrating the thigh-to-knee connection
- A leg that reads straighter
- Confidence in skirts and shorts
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The under-buttock still sags
Under-buttockAfter thigh liposuction, the under-buttock can look more sagging, so the leg can read shorter instead. Satisfaction rises when the transition between thigh and under-buttock is tidied together.
Planning the under-buttock connection as one
- Integrating the thigh-to-under-buttock transition
- An under-buttock line without sagging
- A leg that reads longer
CASE REVIEW
Similar lower-body concerns can still need different plans
The inner thigh, saddlebags, sagging under the buttock and volume around the knee can look alike but call for different approaches. Looking at cases with a similar concern helps you shape your own direction before the consultation.
- Inner-thigh contact case
- Outer thigh / saddlebag case
- Under-buttock sagging case
- Volume around the knee case
- Revision / adhesion correction case
Cases are not material for guaranteeing a result. They are reference for understanding lower-body types and directions of planning. The actual plan can differ after consultation and assessment.
WHAT IS HEOEONGMU
Why does reducing only the thigh leave you wanting more?
After thigh liposuction, this can happen: 'I reduced the thigh, but the under-buttock looks more sagging' 'My thigh is slimmer, but the knee stands out more' The body is one connected organism. If the transition areas are not tidied together, reducing one place makes another stand out.
Thigh (360°)
Inner, outer, front and rear planned as one full 360°
Buttock (lower · under-buttock)
The under-buttock that transitions into the thigh sagging and the border line, tidied together
Knee
Bulging fat on the inner and front knee connecting the leg line
Thigh→Buttock→Knee
NB Heoeongmu centres on thigh liposuction and plans the under-buttock line and the knee with it, raising satisfaction with the whole lower-body line
THE THIGH GAP
A thigh gap reads slimmer
When the inner thighs touch
- No space between the legs
- Chafing and sweating when walking
- The whole leg reads thicker
- Uncomfortable in summer dresses and shorts
After the inner contact line is planned
- A natural space between the legs
- Comfort when walking
- The whole lower body reads slimmer
- Confidence in any outfit
A thigh gap is not forced. When the inner contact line is planned, it appears naturally
REAR CELLULITE
Rear-thigh cellulite needs a particular approach
The back of the thigh and the area below the buttock are where cellulite progresses easily. This fat, tangled with fibrous tissue, is hard to remove evenly with a standard cannula alone.
VASER2 Solution
NB emulsifies it with VASER2 first
With VASER2 ultrasound energy the fibrous cellulite tissue is dissolved first, then suctioned. A more even, smoother result becomes possible.
Fibrosed fat emulsified → even removalA smooth rear line without unevennessConfidence in shorts and swimwear
NB METHOD
NB Heoeongmu four-step planning
STEP 01
AnalysisUltrasound analysis
Before surgery, ultrasound analyses the thickness of the fat layer in each direction of the thigh and the distribution of cellulite. The plan is drawn from that data.
STEP 02
VASER2VASER2 cellulite emulsification
Where there is rear cellulite, VASER2 ultrasound emulsifies the fibrosed fat first. It is the key step for even suction.
STEP 03
DesignIntegrated Heoeongmu suction
Handmade and power liposuction are combined to plan the connecting line from the thigh 360° through to the under-buttock and the knee.
STEP 04
BodyTiteBodyTite where sagging is present
Where there is sagging, BodyTite RF tightening is used alongside. It contracts the skin without excision for a firmer result.
WHY NB
Why thigh liposuction should be at NB
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Specialists in integrated Heoeongmu planning
We do not stop at reducing the thigh. Sagging under the buttock and a bulging knee — the transition areas are planned together so nothing is left wanting after surgery. That is why satisfaction rises.
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VASER2 for rear cellulite
Rear-thigh cellulite is hard to remove evenly with standard liposuction. NB emulsifies the fibrosed tissue with VASER2 first, for a more even and smoother result.
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Handmade + power, 25 years of practice
The thigh calls for a different approach in each area. A surgeon with 25 years of experience uses handmade technique on the delicate inner thigh and power liposuction on the outer saddlebag, each where it belongs.
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Specialists in combined sagging and cellulite cases
We have wide experience with difficult cases where sagging, cellulite and adhesion are combined, not simple fat alone. Whatever the condition, we assess it and then plan.
When the thigh line changes, so does the way you walk
The balance of inner and outer thigh, as it shows in slacks and leggingsEXPECTED RESULTS
What changes after Heoeongmu planning
A thigh gap
A natural space between the legs · relief from chafing
Saddlebags corrected
An outer line that lets trousers hang
A smooth rear
A rear line without cellulite unevenness
Under-buttock connected
A leg that reads longer, without sagging
The knee tidied
A natural leg line that runs straight
Natural even seated
A line that does not spread when you sit
RECOVERY
Recovery
Day 1–3
Compression stockings · early swelling · walking possible
Week 1
Back to daily life · avoid long periods of walking
Month 1
Swelling largely settled · the Heoeongmu line becomes visible
Month 3
Changes in the thigh gap, saddlebag and knee line become clear
RECOVERY CARE
A lower-body line settles through recovery and aftercare
The thigh, the under-buttock and the area around the knee move a great deal, so swelling care, compression, radiofrequency aftercare and activity control all have to be considered after surgery.
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Compression garment and stockings
To settle lower-body swelling and the line, a compression garment or stockings may be needed for the period you are advised.
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Bruising and swelling
Around the thigh and knee, swelling can appear to move, and the line can look irregular in the early period.
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Radiofrequency aftercare
Aftercare programmes such as radiofrequency may be used alongside, to help tissue recovery and ease firmness.
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Walking and activity
Light walking can help recovery, but strong lower-body exercise is better increased in stages, watching how recovery goes.
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Skin firmness and sagging
How quickly and in what way the line settles can differ with skin firmness, sagging, cellulite and any existing adhesion.
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Individual variation
Recovery and the final line vary from person to person, with the fat layer, a muscular lower body, constitution and the extent of surgery.
The following is general recovery guidance. The actual care plan can differ with the extent of surgery and your individual recovery.
FAQ
Thigh liposuction — frequently asked questions
What exactly is Heoeongmu?
It is NB's concept of planning thigh 360 together with the under-buttock line and the knee. Reducing only the thigh can make sagging under the buttock or volume around the knee stand out by comparison, so the transition areas are assessed together at consultation.
Can anyone have a thigh gap?
It differs with skeletal structure, the inner fat layer and muscle mass. Where inner fat is the cause, the possibility of a gap can be considered, but the actual extent is judged after consultation and assessment.
Will trousers hang differently after saddlebag removal?
Reducing the outer saddlebag and the volume beside the pelvis can help how trousers fit. How much changes depends on the fat layer, the pelvic line and skin firmness.
Does rear-thigh cellulite improve too?
Where rear cellulite or fibrosis is present, we check the tissue condition first. VASER2 emulsification and adjusting the suction plane can help, but there can be limits depending on skin firmness and the degree of fibrosis.
Is the bulging flesh at the knee removed too?
Where subcutaneous fat on the inner or front knee is the cause, it can be considered within the Heoeongmu plan. How far we can go around the knee depends on the skeleton, the fat layer and the skin.
Is it possible if I have sagging?
Where there is sagging or weak skin firmness, liposuction alone may not be enough. Depending on the tissue condition, combining BodyTite RF tightening can be considered.
How long does recovery take?
How long compression stockings are worn and when you return to daily life can differ with the extent of surgery and your recovery. Swelling and the settling of the line also vary, so follow-up is needed.
Is thigh revision possible?
If you have had liposuction before, adhesion, fibrosis, asymmetry and an uneven suction plane have to be checked first. What is possible and where the limits lie are explained after assessing your current tissue.
WHY NB
Why choose
NB Plastic Surgery
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Performed directly by a specialist with 25+ years of experience
The board-certified plastic surgeon you meet at your first consultation is the same surgeon in the operating room. Surrogate and ghost surgery are strictly prevented as a matter of policy.
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A principle of 1–2 surgeries per day
We strictly limit the number of daily surgeries to focus on careful, safe procedures. The surgeon operates while at their best physical condition.
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Basic post-operative care included
Care for swelling, firmness, and scars is included as standard. We support you through to recovery.
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Thorough pre-operative screening
We carefully follow pre-operative testing and fasting of 8 hours or more. Safety comes first.
NB Plastic Surgery — committed to your care through recovery
Book a consultation →NB AFTER CARE
As important as the surgery itself:
Post-operative care
At NB Plastic Surgery, we give full attention not only to the surgery but also to post-operative dressing and aftercare, aiming to support the best possible results.
The aftercare below is provided as standard after surgery.
01 · 4 swelling-care sessions
Swelling recovery care
- Versa Clear light therapyVersa Clear
- U-Cell standing-wave circulation careU-Cell
02 · 4 firmness-care sessions
Easing firmness and fibrosis
- Radiofrequency massage care
- Soft-meso injection, 2 sessionsHelps shorten fibrosis · additional fat reduction
03 · 2 scar laser sessions
Minimizing scars
- MiXto Evolution fractional laserMiXto Evolution · CO₂ Fractional
04 · Rigorous surgical principles
A safety-first system
- Managed schedule of 1–2 surgeries per day
- Thorough pre-operative screening · fasting of 8 hours or more
- Surrogate and ghost surgery strictly prevented as a matter of policy
- The head surgeon personally handles consultation, surgery, and follow-up care
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50% discount on additional care for our surgery patients
If you would like additional care beyond the standard number of sessions, patients who have had surgery at our clinic can receive the same aftercare services at a 50% discount.
NB After Care
NB AFTER CARE
After surgery, with you through recovery
- 01VersaClear light therapy2 sessions
- 02Ucell standing-wave therapy2 sessions
- 03Radiofrequency care4 sessions
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Soft-meso injection· Performed by the doctor2 sessions - 05
Fraxel scar laser· Performed by the doctor2 sessions
Basic aftercare is provided as a standard programme of 12 sessions in total — 4 swelling-care, 4 radiofrequency, 2 scar-laser and 2 meso-injection sessions. Actual scheduling and completion may vary depending on your ability to attend.
If care is needed beyond the basic aftercare, NB surgery patients receive a 50% discount on the standard price.
Legal Notice
※ If care cannot be provided due to reasons such as equipment malfunction, the affected care item may not be offered; as a service item, it is non-refundable.
※ Depending on your constitution and healing process, side effects such as swelling, bruising, inflammation, and scarring may occur after surgery.
NB Signature 7 · Sibling Guide
Where should my line design begin?
Even within the Signature 7, the starting point can differ. Reading the paired line together makes a more natural plan possible.
04 · This page
Thigh 360 · Heoeongmu
A lower-body connection plan that tidies the inner, outer and rear thigh through 360 degrees.
Current page03 · Hip line
Hip line design
Planning the hip shape by reading the pelvis, waist, hip dips, under-buttock and thigh connection together.
See in detail →05 · Waist · rear view
S-line waist and back
Planning a rear-view line that joins the flank, back and waist curve into one flow.
See in detail →07 · Whole-body proportion
Whole-body design liposuction
An integrated design that plans the abdomen, waist, thighs and arms as one whole-body proportion.
See in detail →NB THIGH 360° · HEOEONGMU
The thigh line, properly planned
Thigh gap · saddlebags · rear cellulite · under-buttock · knee VASER2-led · integrated Heoeongmu planning Operated by a surgeon with 25 years in body contouring NB Plastic Surgery, Sinsa, Gangnam
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