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Hey everyone, I’ve been noticing some early fine lines on my forehead and around my eyes lately (probably stress + screen time ), and I’ve started looking into anti-wrinkle treatments. I came across this page while researching: https://gafhealthcare.in/treatments/anti-wrinkle-treatment It explains things quite simply — especially how treatments like Botox work by relaxing facial muscles so the wrinkles soften over time. From what I read, it’s a non-surgical option and results usually start showing within a few days and can last a few months. What I’m trying to understand is: Is it worth starting early (late 20s / early 30s)? Does it look natural or “frozen”? How often do you actually need to maintain it? If anyone here has personal experience (good or bad), I’d really appreciate honest feedback before I take a decision. Thanks in advance

If you are concerned about costs, you can do a breakdown of the average vacation cost for the region and then add on the surgery costs to that. You could also look into getting a credit card to bring with you as a back-up. I have done this when traveling.

For plastic surgery in South Korea - you will need a valid passport, appropriate visa or K-ETA status (if applicable), and a confirmed appointment. As mentioned, most western tourists can enter without a visa for up to 90 days.

What part of your eye is dropping/sagging? You can look into both ptosis repair and upper blepharoplasty. These are usually the two surgeries used for such things. However, you may need a combination of different ones.

Usually in Korea, you will find their prices match the averages you can find online. They are a lot cheaper than other countries and people have easier access to them. That being said, you will need to work with a clinic and doctor to get an exact cost breakdown and estimate. While you can get averages online, not everyone has the same surgical needs.

In most cases they do tell you. I am not sure if this was left out by mistake or what. I have never heard of them declining someone without saying why. Unless it is an issue they feel they can get in trouble for stating? I am not sure.

How much a night are you looking to spend? The best ones are $500+ in my experience but that adds up fast if you are staying 2 weeks or longer. The best "cheap" one I have stayed in personally was the Hotel Newv. At the time, I was able to book it for $112 a night. I wouldn't even say it is cheap as the quality of everything in my room, the service, food, etc. was amazing. I guess cheap is usually $80 or less a night.

Yes. Just to be safe, make sure you have extra. The surgery could cost more though so keep that in mind. You can get a clearer cost and budget by speaking with a clinic and doctor for the structure of your stomach and what you want done.

One of my eyes droops or sits lower on my face than the other. I am not sure why. I noticed this when I was younger but as I have gotten older, it is far more noticeable and it is very frustrating. I can use make-up to make it less noticeable but I want to find a fix for it. I will be in Korea for work in August for 6 weeks. I would love to be able to get something done whilst there. Anyone know what sort of surgery or correction I should look into for this?

I have only just booked my first surgery in Korea and I can tell you, it took me over a year before I found the clinic and doctor I wanted. Just take your time and make sure you have a list of all questions, concerns, etc. for each doctor you contact.

One of the reasons I have personally been rejected was down to taking immune compromising medication. I wanted to get some minor work done when I was younger and every doctor I spoke with said no way. I am no longer on the medication and it is not an issue anymore.

Yes, the clinic I am booked with did everything online. I was given an estimate with an average cost plus low and high end costs so I could plan to have more if needed. I don'e know the rules of posting about clinics directly on the forum, I will DM you the clinic and you can contact them if you'd like.

I have an appointment booked later this year so I now have to sort hotel and flights. I am curious if anyone that has been to the area could recommend some good ones to stay in? I don't want nothing too expensive but I also do not want a budget hotel either.

It is very different if you are in person. I would imagine many clinics end up seeing a percentage of cancellations every year from foreigners.

I actually read this as work like as in a job But yeah, as mentioned you do not need anything special coming from the US. South Korea has lean travel laws for Americans.

It depends on the clinic. Most state of the art (modern) clinics will offer a consultation online that includes rendering, planning, ect. so you can see what the surgery will look like on your face. That being said, the cost will vary. I would imagine they give you a cost estimate with room for it to be less or more expensive. Without seeing you in person, I doubt they can sign off on a set price. Medical work doesn't work like that.

This question gets asked a lot and there is no honest way to answer this because every surgery is different. Even when you compare the same surgery and different people, recovery times differ. It is always better to have extra time though.

I am not 100% but I believe this is the kind of surgery a friend of mine had and it took her 4 months to heal. She was told it had been fully healed at that point. Everyone is different though.

I had heard this, which is why I was asking. It is hard to make sense of such claims when I see the same thing all the time but there are complaints thrown in. It seems like it is a great place to look but there are highly rated doctors outside of this area as well. Thanks everyone for all the feedback

No you just need a standard passport unless you plan on staying there for an extended time. I can't remember what it is called but a set of nations allows for easy travel without visas via passports and the US and South Korea are two of those locations.

So $1000 for hotel and flights, and $8,000 for the surgery. I'll probably want at least $1000 for shopping/food so I guess planning on $10,000 would be ideal? Thanks for the information!!

Hello. I am looking to have a rhinoplasty done. I have spoke with doctors locally here in Italy and the cost and time frame is just too expensive! I am trying to see what my options are elsewhere. Other countries I have checked also quite high but South Korea seems to be very affordable all things considered. Is there a way I can get a quote of the cost without having to travel there? Is this something clinics will do? I see averages online but I would like to know what my nose in particular would be estimated to cost so I can save up. Thanks!

I would look around on places like Instagram. You might have better luck with gaining information. There are some people that focus on beauty and plastic surgery for example as well as trends that all tie into K-Pop stars, music, and all that. Just follow some and read the comments!!

I think this is why most if not all clinics will ask for medical history or records. It makes sense as surgery can be a major issue for some people even if it is minor. I have a friend who takes medication that makes it a risk to get dental work done. She actually has to stop the medication for a week prior every time.

This is actually a good question. As far as I know, you do not need one. I believe the standard travel laws (through a passport) allow for up to a 90 day stay. So You could realistically go there for 3 months and get tons of work done and have time for it. I don't think any western nation requires a special visa.