I had the procedure after worrying about my abdominal shape, and it has already been two months. I kept wondering when time would pass T_T. The areas I was most concerned about were my upper abdomen, lower abdomen, and flanks. The areas where fat folded over my pants like love handles were especially stressful. With love handles, every outfit looked unflattering T_T T_T T_T.
There was more swelling than expected immediately after the procedure, and it lasted a while. Until weeks two or three, my abdomen felt firm and swollen, so at first I could not see much of a result. My lower abdomen and love-handle area are still somewhat lumpy, but I was told that the areas where more fat was removed tend to become more lumpy. So at first, even in photos, I did not look very different, but as the swelling went down around weeks three to four, my body line gradually started to show.
At one month, my weight also came off relatively well, and I lost about 4–5 kg overall. My waist circumference decreased by about 4 cm from the beginning. Comparing photos, the most noticeable change was the reduction in overall abdominal volume. My upper abdomen protruded less from the front, and my lower abdomen felt flatter than before. The lines around my flanks and love handles also looked more defined, so the fit of my pants changed a little.
With the Sanbon abdominal fat-extraction injection, my size did not suddenly decrease immediately after the procedure. Personally, I think it is right to allow time for the swelling to go down. I also had travel plans and a holiday afterward, so I could not keep my diet strict. The weather was nice, so I ate out a lot too. After the first month, I managed myself with the goal of maintaining my current condition rather than losing more weight. (To be honest, I did not diet properly... I am reflecting on that.)
Now, comparing my 10-week photos with the first photos, I am more satisfied that the shape of my abdomen changed than with the number on the scale. Before, my stomach and flanks seemed to spread out together, but now my waistline looks a little more defined. I exercise consistently without overdoing it, and instead of starving myself, I manage my meals by controlling portions.
Personally, I think it was important not to become too impatient because of the early swelling. I worried a lot until weeks two or three, but after about a month, the changes began to stand out. If you are considering a Sanbon abdominal fat-extraction injection, I think it is better to judge by the changes after one month rather than by your appearance immediately after the procedure. Many people also seem to be considering Sanbon love-handle fat-dissolving injections, and I was very satisfied that the lines around my flanks and love handles became more defined.
Prices vary by clinic, so I will not post mine publicly. If you are curious, send me a message and I will tell you what I know.