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It is only worth it if you value the quality and service over the cost. The cost is cheaper but as mentioned, you have to factor in flights, hotel stays, etc. which add to it. I personally would only get it done if I had already planned on being in Korea for a trip or other surgery.

Yup! Some places have multiple doctors that specialize in certain areas. You will find this outside of Korea as well. It makes sense when a clinic offers various surgeries and beauty treatments. A doctor that does hair transplants, for example, is very unlikely to know how to do a tummy tuck!

It can be a challenge if you are not sure what to do, who to to contact, or what to ask. I find the Discord group tied to this forum can be super helpful with this! I know I was a bit lost myself when planning my second trip and surgery. That being said, it helps to meet doctors and go to clinics in person. This can mean planning a longer stay or multiple trips.

I am happy you had a good experience. I think most people do but some people do not. While I did not go to this clinic, my first experience with getting work done in Korea was a bit disappointing. I think it was more down to miscommunication. I did end up going a second time and found a better clinic and doctor and was much happier the second time around!

The average cost is $6k to $12k depending on how much work is needed. The cost can go as high as $20k but be as low as $3k. So I would plan for something around $8k if you are trying to plan a budget.

I am struggling with this right now. Problem is, I don't know anyone personally who has had any experiences with plastic surgery much less getting work done in Korea. It has been so stressful. I am trying to just map my way around things and kept getting pointing in different directions with stuff I read online.

I have been looking for a doctor to get some work done for over a year. I have checked locally as well as a few different countries (including Korea) and I just find the whole progress frustrating and overwhelming. I have been in contact with a few Korean clinics and one of them has not responded back to me in almost 2 weeks, another responded right away but they seem to be pushing my questions around and not answering anything, and another just never responded at all. How am I mean to find a doctor and schedule something from another country when it is this complicated to just get a response and more information?

I have read good things but I have also read mixed/negative things. It is always nice to get the perspective of real people on their experiences. I would love to see some before and after pics if you aren't too shy

I mean if you look into it online, you will see a lot of websites recommending it. I don't think it is fair to say it is the best because they are very likely skilled doctors outside of this area. I am looking around and found some that rate well and do great work - not located in Seoul. That being said, doing your own research and finding the best doctor for you is more important than what city they are located in.

YES! I think this is the best place to go to find a plastic surgeon in the world. I have had experiences with doctors in the US, Mexico, and Canada and I can tell you the work and the care I got in Korea was above and beyond what I experienced elsewhere.

Speak with Doctor Kwon Soon-Hong at the JK Plastic Surgery Center. He specializes in tummy work and while I was there, I saw some of his work and was floored. They could probably give you quotes and suggestions without going there in person to help you decide.

I don't think so. If you factor in the costs for travel and stay, plus food and shopping you end up paying more. I think the above poster is right, make it a vacation and tack on getting botox as a spa treatment of sorts while there rather than just going to there only for botox.

I just want to share a bit for anyone considering this clinic for getting work down. JK is located in Apgujeong (Gangnam District of Seoul) and was considered the best of the best when I was doing research. I took a chance with them and I do not regret it! Doctor Kim Sung-Sik was who did my work (nose and facial contouring) and I swear I look and feel younger and more radiant than I did in my 20s! For reference I am 41. I had no issues with translations or anything. Everyone at the clinic seemed to speak English and were very familiar with non-Korean bone structure. The cost and aftercare had me shook. I not only got my surgery at 30% of the cost I was quoted in the states but the aftercare was included and was amazing! They wanted to charge me extra in America. They have anywhere from 3,500 to 4,000 international patients from around the world every single year. I cannot recommend them enough!

Everything I read just says to avoid summer months with July and August being said to be the worst. You'd have to deal with rain and storms which could be annoying if you are planning on walking around and doing things while in Korea.

You can get botox in Korea as low as $20 a session compared to what I have seen in the US - the cheapest being $250, that is a massive savings! I am only just looking into this but based on what I have read, it seems worth it for the cost alone. You have to consider the travel cost however so making it more of a vacation than just a trip for botox is probably more worth it.

Someone else had mentioned botox to me so I am looking into this. I just have to see what this costs and how long it lasts. I know botox results can be mixed. Some lasting longer than others!

I have no experience personally with this surgery or going to Korea. I am still in the planning phases myself. I have seen flights as low as $400 to Seoul which is the main city hub for plastic surgery in Korea. The average cost for hotels appears to be $40 per night. So between the hotel (assuming you stay 2 weeks) and get cheap flights, you are looking at around $1000 for that plus surgery cost.

That sounds amazing and honestly better than I had imagined. Everything I looked into, nothing like this was mentioned in the US although I was looking closer to the border. I will be going to Korea for sure to get my work done. Thanks!

I am sure the cost is factored in for non-Asians. By that I mean surgery for non-Koreans and other Asians that have simple features. Surgery for more complex jaws, noses, etc. take more time.

Check out Made Young Plastic Surgery. Dr. Lee Byeong-hoe has over 20 years experience and you could see his work online. I think there are a number of great doctors for this work but it all comes down to preference and which would work best for what you want.

This is what I have heard, yes! Some clinics will do pictures and adjust them to show you want it would look like from various angles. It makes it easier to get an idea of what you'd see when looking in the mirror.

I know getting neuromodulator injections is not super expensive compared to other things you can get done but if the price is way cheaper, I am wondering if it would be worth making a trip to Korea. Has anyone gone just for botox? Was it worth it? I am on the fence and hoping to find someone here with experience.

I lost over a 120 pounds and unfortunately because of my age and genetics, I have a lot of loose skin on my stomach. I was looking into doctors locally but I can't afford to have this done here. It is just too expensive. I heard Korea has better pricing. Can someone give me an idea of how much this surgery would cost in total (including flights and average hotel stay)?

Hi! I'm lindo166. Born female but transitioned to male. Somewhat active on here but more of a lurker. I'm 24, been to Korea once and will go again in May. I've had a custom chin implant and zygoma reduction at MACS (Dr. Kim) in October last year with fabulous results! I am currently interested in rhinoplasty my next visit.

I had no idea this was considered the plastic surgery capital of the world, interesting! I know Korea is known for their plastic surgery but I am guessing the world-wide appeal is down to the cost and the experience. It is far more common for young people to get work done in Korea vs other nations where you typically see mostly 35+ in age getting work.