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VERY VERY LONG JUST AS A HEADS UP LOL. [Please do not post or repost anywhere. I am only posting here because of the strict measures the admins have made in an effort to stop the rampant marketing we’ve seen on other platforms. Your trust is appreciated!] Hi everyone, As promised, I wanted to do a write-up of my revision DES journey. I plan on updating it as often as possible and as frequently as possible to share my thoughts and provide transparency. For background, here is my full walkthrough of my journey with primary DES: (PLEASE READ AHEAD OF TIME) My consultation journey My current problem is this: Before DES, my monolids were more almond-shaped and elongated. After DES, my eyes became rounder and more “dolly.” The larger eye shape made my natural asymmetry more noticeable, but the DES lines themselves are also uneven. (One is higher than the other, and thicker) The eye he worked on longer is the one I’m more unhappy with: the scar/line is more obvious, the gap between the lid and crease is larger and more “sausage-y,” and the line droops downward. I’m also pragmatic about what is due to my natural anatomy. The eye I like has a more neutral tilt, so the crease ends parallel, while the other eye naturally tilts downward and the crease follows it. Because of this, I have to do my makeup differently on each eye. My goal: to lower the line while still ensuring my eyes still look big, keeping the in-out style, and evening the lines as much as possible. Ideally, I would want eyes that end neutrally or go slightly upwards, instead of having rounder, dolly eyes. (Im Bora, Irene from Red Velvet are my ideal eyes.) Based on my research, it seems like I would need to do ptosis correction again, incisional DES, and a double-line suture method. This means they try to unstick the adhesion points of the original line and connect them to the new line they make. This essentially creates two lines, but a skilled doctor can do their best to minimize this appearance and reduce scarring. There are a lot of revision DES doctors out there, but you want to make sure that you have doctors who have done similar cases as yours. For example, many people who do natural adhesion/nonincisional get revision because it loosens. This is still a much more straightforward fix than my situation. I did not bother to look at doctors who had more cases like this, who did not have as many patients with thick, fatty skin like mine. I also want to clarify that I am fluent in Korean and consulted mostly in Korean at all of these places, which is why I got (mostly) quoted lower prices than what you may see from other online reviews. For non-Korean-speaking patients, I expect that a similar case like mine may be around the 7 million won range. Based on my Gangnam Unni research, and my criteria, I narrowed it down to these clinics: Hyundai Aesthetics TS Idel Geunal (That Day) Finish Plastic Surgery I plan on getting in-person consults with all of them as well. I also did brief Kakao consults with the above, as well as Luho Marble Here is my consultation write-up: I consulted in Korean with all except for Marble and Luho. I also consulted with TS and Hyundai’s global team in English (as well as separately in Korean). This is because I realized that the Korean staff will not consult or provide any preliminary opinions and insist that you come in person. I realized that I needed to verify my own personal analysis with the opinions of the staff, and only the global teams are willing to consult. Luho As I mentioned, this is where I did my primary surgery. However, the chief doctor, Park Il, is quite well known for revision cases. I’m quite annoyed, actually, because they blew up internationally (I wonder if it was in part due to my review? haha) and the dynamic has changed. I did not really think about going back here, but I still wanted to get an opinion. I consulted with the global team, and they quoted me a whopping 8 million KRW for a fat transfer to my eyelids and incisional DES with line lowering. I did not really think about going back here, but I still wanted to get an opinion. I consulted with the global team, and they quoted me a whopping 8 million KRW for a fat transfer to my eyelids and incisional DES with line lowering. This price point is insane; I will just be straight up honest. On Gangnam Unni, you will not see anyone being quoted this high. They also told me I’d get 20% off if I booked my surgery date right now. Even after 20% off, I was so bewildered by this price gouging that I did not want to move forward. When I questioned why, they told me that this was because he’s the chief doctor and because he does not participate in any promotional events. I found this hard to believe, because I immediately saw a review on Gangnam Unni where a patient managed to book him and received event pricing. Marble I remembered last time Marble was thorough in my Kakao consultations and very kind. This was still the same. I guess they still had our chat history, as they greeted me warmly and asked me a lot of follow-up and clarifying questions, asking why I felt a certain way about my eyes and whatnot. They came back and even drew on my pics again to demonstrate their explanation. They said that due to the incisional method, there is always a risk that the eyes will look more “done” and the line will be “dark.” This is true; however, they also said that this can be reduced if I get my lines lowered. They also mentioned how my eyes just end differently, which is why one line curves downward while the other doesn’t. They said the width of the eye that bothers me (aka the one that's more sausage-y; I mentioned that there was a bigger distance) could either be due to ptosis or just how my eyelid forms, and can only be verified with an in-person consult. They were honest and said it’s probably unlikely that all of my concerns can be magically addressed, but it can be greatly improved and suggested incisional DES, ptosis correction, and line lowering, and said it would be 7.1 million before any promotions. Hyundai Aesthetics -- will be doing an in-person consult I had no idea that this clinic has been talked about for several years now in the international plastic surgery circles, to be honest. Usually, that does make me a bit wary, as I’m more hesitant towards clinics that aggressively market towards foreigners (is there a reputation among the local crowd that leads to this, etc), however, I really liked the results on Gangnam Unni and reached out. I consulted in Korean, and they provided very detailed, thoughtful responses. They said it’s not always the case that I would need to do incisional again just because I did it before (but I did not send any photos, and I’m pretty confident that I’ll need to do incisional, so this is just more for an FYI). They mentioned there’s usually availability 3 days after an in-person consult. I asked for pricing just on average for incisional revision DES + ptosis + line lowering using the double line method, and they said that if I agree to partial photos and a review, I’d qualify for event pricing starting at 1.95 million KRW. Truthfully speaking, based on my research, I expect this number to be closer to 4 million KRW once all the add-ons are included. TS Plastic Surgery -- will be doing an in-person consult To be honest, this was and is my top choice. They are extremely well known for being perhaps the clinic for revision DES, but it’s also known for being pricey (even for locals). However, my perspective is that I’m willing to pay a bit more as long as it’s not egregious, especially if it means I’ll be that much more satisfied. At the same time, they have started marketing more to the international market. The B/As were so good too, so initially I just wanted to go with them, but thought I should do more due diligence lol. One thing I didn’t like is how unfriendly the Kakao consultant was, though. They’re not necessarily unfriendly, but just to the point and a bit blunt. For example, they’re the only clinic that did not give me a quote and straight up said that it’s too difficult to give an average. (???) However, I know from reviews that it seems to be around 6.5 million KRW. I did manage to book a consult with the chief doctor, and they told me that there is a consultation fee of 20,000 won. They also told me that I don’t qualify for event pricing, but I’m not sure if it’s because I told them I’m American (they asked), or if it’s just because I asked for the chief director as the message was in the general confirmation that my consultation has been reserved. Idel Plastic Surgery -- will be doing an in-person consult I also liked this place’s B/As. They only have one doctor (the other is a dermatologist). They were pretty kind and very speedy in their responses. However, there was a bit of a back-and-forth as to getting the consultation booked because they told me that the doctor had a surgery on the date and time I was looking at and had to go to a conference after. I managed to book a slot, but it would only be for 30 minutes. I assume that’s pretty typical, but I’m kind of worried about whether there would be a long waiting period or if he’ll rush the process because he needs to go LOL. Would that be the case for the surgery too, you know? They said that there is a consultation fee of 20,000 won. They gave me a rough quote of 4-mid 5 million KRW for revision incisional DES + ptosis + line lowering via the double line method. I want to be clear that this isn’t what they suggested to me (I did not provide photos); it’s just what I’m assuming I’m most likely going to be suggested to do by most clinics. Geunal Plastic Surgery -- will be doing an in-person consult This place seems to be trying to grow internationally, but the head doctor is really famous already. Their website is broken! However, once again I liked their B/As, so I managed to add them on Kakao and reached out. They were SO fast in getting back to me, which I liked. Unfortunately, their consult will be the latest one, as they did not have time during the day I wanted to get a consultation. I’ll have to either push my potential surgery date to be after this consult, unless I find a place I like strongly enough. For here, it was mostly just making the consultation reservation. They said for line-lowering revisional DES, a rough estimate would start at around mid-3 million KRW. Finish Plastic Surgery -- will be doing an in-person consult This place is on the newer side, but the doctors have worked at another clinic before opening up their own. I have some hesitancy because of this, but I liked the results I saw on Gangnam Unni, so I consulted with them. I also appreciated how they seemed to be focusing on building up their local clientele. It seems like they’re a bit more well-known for noses, but I still wanted to at least get an in-person consult. They were very kind when I reached out to them. They told me that the approximate cost for revisional eye surgery starts at around 2.5 million KRW. Similarly, I expect this to be closer to 4 million or so, seeing how that’s around the average I’m seeing (for local pricing). They also refused to consult with photos over Kakao lol, but were very kind and told me that consults take around an hour to an hour and a half because they’re very detailed.

I have been researching this a bit as I had been considering getting my chest done but never fully committed. I have looked into a number of popular clinics that seem to have a focus on breast surgery trends like View Plastic Surgery. What I have come to find is that Korea might just do the best breast implants and surgeries in the world. So Korea is considered to be the leader of breast surgery on a global scale (which I did not know). This is down to their preferences of having natural results along side their advanced systems using robotics and endoscopic techniques. There is a rapidly growing oncoplastic reconstruction demand as well and from what I have seen, they do the best most natural looking work. That last part really stood out to me. They are leading the way for breast cancer survivors with their surgeries that focus on not only tumor removal but reshaping the breasts and keeping the nipple in-tact. All in one surgery! I can say with confidence now that if I do decide to get my breasts done, I will be going to Korea for it. Anyone here planning on going for breast work? Has anyone here had breast work done in Korea? I would like to know your experiences.

This is what I never understood about the trend in the US. Why do they remove so much of it! It looks awful when you compare it to Korean surgeries.

It depends on how extensive the work is. Some noses require a lot more work to correct/fix issues. -------- Here are some of the top clinics btw @bevinii SAERO Plastic Surgery (Dr. Park Young Kyu): $2,449–$5,483; specializes in complex cases with high patient satisfaction. VG Plastic Surgery (Dr. Im Young Min): Approximately $14,000; includes rib cartilage revision, pre-op tests, and post-op care. URBAN Plastic Surgery (Dr. Choi Eun Kyu): Approximately $6,600; includes airport transfers and a 7-day hotel stay. JK Plastic Surgery Center (Dr. Kim Sung Sik): Approximately $15,000; includes hospital stay, interpreter services, and extended accommodation. THEPLUS Plastic Surgery: Focuses on functional and aesthetic balance using 3D implant technology. Made Young Plastic Surgery: Specializes in precise micro-dissection and capsule removal for difficult revisions. Expect to have a 6+ month waiting period before you get to do the revision end of it. You need to allow time for things to heal.

Yes this would be easier! Some clinics only offer a certain set of PS options as well so it helps to have an idea of what you want done @glowyyy

Thanks for letting me know! I just updated it. Yes, I think price transparency is important and hopefully gives people leverage in advocating for themselves when consulting.

Oh okay, thanks! And thanks everyone else this was helpful. I figured I would ask here as I assumed someone would know. I just get confused when people are talking online and reading information coming from various sources.

I wanted to make a simple thread that highlighted some of the information I have found while researching the topic. So when it comes to budgeting for overseas plastic surgery, you have to be calculating for the total cost - This includes the procedure itself, travel, accommodation, and in some cases aftercare. I have found that overall surgery can be upwards of 80% cheaper than it is in the US or UK if you travel for it. Key Cost Considerations: Surgery Fees: Vary by procedure; for example, rhinoplasty costs $1,100–$3,500 in countries like Vietnam or Turkey, compared to $6,000–$10,000 in the US. Travel and Stay: Flights and hotels can add $1,500–$3,500 to the total, depending on the destination's distance. Aftercare: Post-operative medications, garments, and local follow-up visits may cost an additional $500–$2,000. Complications: Managing serious infections or botched procedures at home can cost $15,000–$150,000, which insurance rarely covers. Top Affordable Destinations: Turkey: Best for multi-procedure bundles; saves 60–80% vs US. Mexico: Popular for US patients; saves 50–70%. Thailand: Strong for recovery and medical tourism; saves 50–70%. Vietnam: Low costs and direct flights for some regions; saves 60–70%. South Korea in particular will save you 30-70% depending on what you wish to have done and is safer than Turkey, Thailand, and Vietnam. Financing options for your surgery: Credit Cards: There are some cars that offer promotional zero-interest periods of up to 16 months. Medical Credit: Providers like CareCredit (I have this one) or Alphaeon offer specialized payment plans - usually 6 to 12 months no interest. Personal Loans: Bank loans provide flexibility but include interest rates and I would not recommend them. Clinic Financing: Some international clinics offer internal payment plans or partner with local lenders which is SUPER helpful. Budgeting Tips: Get Itemized Quotes: Ensure quotes include surgeon fees, anesthesia, facility charges, and post-op care as all can vary from clinic to clinic. Plan for Contingencies: Set aside 10–20% of your budget for unexpected expenses or extended stays so you are not caught off guard. Verify Credentials: Choose board-certified surgeons and accredited hospitals to minimize risk, this is always a top priority. Compare Total Cost: Factor in travel and aftercare when comparing prices across countries.

So for chin surgeries, it isn't always about the outside appearance. Sometimes it involves the bite. So where teeth lineup and it corrects issues with under and overbites. Some people, you can't tell much of a difference because of this.

I am new to this. I have not gone to Korea. I have never had plastic surgery. I am looking into options. I am considering South Korea because the costs would be much more affordable for me. I was looking online and there is an application called Unni and it focuses on beauty clinics. I have seen a number of clinics on there. One that rates really high on there is called VAVA Plastic. It gets a 9.7/10 which is really impressive. I was looking into the doctors a bit more and Dr. Cho Sung Eun, Dr. Kim Sang Il, and Dr. Taewook Kim all seem to be legit and registered doctors. So there are no red flags with them. I know everyone says to check to make sure the doctors are all board certified, all three are. Not sure if there are more doctors or not with this clinic but these seem to be the main three. ... The reason I am giving pause and wanting to ask is because it seems a lot of things rate well on there. VAVA has over 2,500 review though which is on the higher end. I am jut not sure of these reviews on this app are real, reliable, or if they are just paid spam. Just a means to get more people booked and make more money. Does anyone use this app here? Is it safe? Are there better options when looking at reviews of clinics in South Korea?

I have been looking into and comparing larger clinics vs smaller ones. A lot of people seem to end up going to hospital-style clinics like the View Plastic Surgery for their first trip to Korea and it is not without its cons. I want to share what I have found. Below are the biggest pros and cons. Let me know if you have any worth mentioning based on your own findings or experiences. Pros of a larger hospital-style clinics Safety and Services : Larger clinics tend to have hospital-grade equipment as well as operating rooms offering a sense of safety and security. They have access to 3D-CT imaging as well as ICU access. This is really important for those seeking more complex procedures or combination surgeries. Overall Cost : Because larger clinics have a much higher volume of surgical patients, you will find they have the best prices – especially compared to countries like the US or UK. They also tend to have better costs when compared to local smaller clinics in Korea. Specialized Teams : At larger clinics, you will find they have dedicated and trained anesthetists, nurses, and coordinators much like medical hospitals. This is great for making sure international patients are comfortable, safe, and well cared for with lower risks of complications. Cons of larger hospital-style clinics Very Impersonal : One thing a lot of people will say online is how impersonal the experience was. Because they have a higher patient volume, this often leads to rushed consultations, less surgeon involvement with planning, and often rushed surgeries as many of them have multiple surgeries every day. Trend Chasing : Instead of getting a surgery catered to your own tastes or face structure, a lot of hospital-style clinics will push trends on patients to keep as many surgeries similar for higher output. Some patients mentioned being pressured into additional procedures as well. Follow-Up Nightmare : Unlike smaller clinics that will often work with local clinics from your own country to ensure proper aftercare, these larger clinics will often have surgeons too busy to address issues or complications following surgery and you may end up seeing multiple doctors. The recommendations I have seen online say that complex surgeries or for someone needing multiple surgeries in one trip, going to these larger hospital-style clinics is a great choice – but for everyone else, going to a smaller one will yield a better and more personalized experience overall.

No not yet. I have a few I am looking into. Zero One PS is one of them. I am looking into clinics for other things as well. Thanks a bunch. I will check these ones out too.

Hmm, okay. I did see The Pride PS mentioned a few times in other threads but not for breasts. So I wouldn't have thought that was something they did. I will look into it, thanks! Thanks!

I noticed it had been a growing trend in the US in the last 10 or so years. A lot of the people I have seen get it done do not look good IMO. One of the worst being Lea Michele. Every picture I see her in post surgery just looks awful. I look through images of every day people's before and afters and they don't look this bad. There are other celebrities too that have had this done and it just doesn't look right. I am wondering if this trend has made it to Korea. I know Koreans, especially women, have rounder faces. I think this tends to look better and more youthful. I don't understand this trend in all honestly. Some people look better after but more don't and some look worse. I can understand it for aging and tightening skin but most people getting this surgery are under the age of 40! So I am basically curious to see if anyone knows about this in Korea. If it is a trend or not. Have you had this surgery done or know someone who has?

I went to a few local clinics for rosacea and the cost overall is just too high. I am trying to see if there are any options in Korea for rosacea treatment. It is a very stubborn thing to treat. I have tried prescriptions, creams, lotions, serums, diet changes, etc. but I still have a constant redness to my face with some small broken blood vessels. I also am prone to rosacea acne so I can't even use soap on my face or else I break out really bad. This started for me in 2022 and has not gone away. I was looking into clinics that focus on non-surgical facial rejuvenation and energy/laser‑based skin procedures. One that popped up a number of times was the Dr. Gowoonline Clinic. I am just not seeing much on rosacea. I am not sure if it isn't a common issue in Korea or not. I know it is more common for people of European ethnicity. Does anyone have experience with this clinic specifically for rosacea? Have you found any information online or reviews that show good results? How about costs of treatment? I am trying to basically find any information I can. I intend on contacting the clinic at the end of the week.

I have been doing some comparisons to some clinics and I wanted to share a bit here. So both POP and Note are very prominent clinics located in Gangnam district of Seoul, South Korea. A lot of people looking into getting plastic surgery in South Korea often ask about them or ask for comparisons. Both clinics focus and specialize in aesthetic procedures and facial contouring. Now for the differences! Over at Pop Plastic, the clinic is led by Dr. Kim Dong Gul. A doctor that is known for a very particular style of double eyelid surgery. The clinic has had over 50k reviews and was awarded for their eye surgery results and care. People sighting the natural appearance and remarkable safety technologies as well. So for someone looking to get any kind of eye surgery, this might be a good first stop! As for Note Plastic, this clinic is more known for their amazing facial contouring work. They focus a lot on V-line and rhinoplasty, creating a more uniform face shape and appearance. What is a bit different about this clinic is they have a more holistic approach to plastic surgery that considers not just aesthetics but patient psychology as well. Also, worth noting is that they also do breast and chin surgery as well that is highly rated. The key differences when comparing the two clinics comes down to : Specialty: POP is highly rated for eyelid surgery and natural enhancement // Note is frequently cited as a top choice for facial contouring and jaw reshaping. Reputation: POP emphasizes its high volume of positive patient reviews and specific awards for eye procedures // Note focuses on its comprehensive consultation process for complex contouring cases.

I always see Turkey as an option or recommendation for saving money but I have seen and read horror stories! I would rather pay a bit more and go to Korea.

Hello everyone. I am looking into some options in Korea to help fix some issues post weight-loss. I was on Ozempic for a year and a half and lost a lot of weight but now I have some fat pockets and loose skin that just looks and feels awful. I checked out a number of clinics and Note Plastic stood out to me. Particularly for their size, location, and what they offer. Note Plastic Surgery is considered a premier mid-size clinic. Location : Gangnam district of Seoul, South Korea. Specializing in comprehensive aesthetic procedures ranging from facial contouring to body reshaping. Now my question is... Does "body reshaping" include something like skin tucking and removal? I know they have liposuction listed but I have a lot of excess skin. I don't want to contact them if this is not the case. I know there can be issues with the language barrier so I want to be sure. Also outside of this, How much should I expect to need to spend for this?

Locate the International Patient Services page on their website. Most clinics have these if they work with foreigners. These are usually done on WhatsApp, Zoom, or KakaoTalk. All are free and easy to use apps. Keep in mind it may be free upfront but once you book an appointment, they might tack on a charge for it which will be included with your surgery.

I am blown away by how many plastic surgery clinics are in Korea. I haven't even heard of these ones, well outside of one of them. Thanks for sharing all this.

In Korea, being fat is shameful. People in public will point it out. If you are younger, you are expected to be in shape. I think the only time it doesn't matter is if you are like 50+ in age. An online friend of mine goes to Korea every year to visit family. She said that the one year she had gained weight, EVERYONE noticed.

You aren't wrong. I didn't honestly consider this. I mean even more expensive surgeries and stays/trips tend to still be cheaper than what you would otherwise get in most other countries. I have done a lot of comparisons. It seems like Korea is best for plastic surgery, Mexico is best for dental work, and Canada (while still expensive) is best for hair transplants.

I am not entirely sure what I want in terms of surgeries. I know what I want to fix. I want a bit of lifting, anti-aging, and to fix my uneven eyes. When I wear glasses as well, they sit weird. I don't know if that is my nose or ears but I would like that to be fixed if possible too. I have an online consultation set up with Vava Plastic Surgery but there is a waiting period. I am hoping I can get a better idea of surgeries and options as well as costs. A friend of mine told me I should do this with multiple clinics, especially if they offer them for free. I am not sure how to find out of they are free or not though just looking around online. Not every place says they are.

I have a friend on facebook that went to pride plastic surgery for breast implants and she is very happy with the results. She didn't get a massive size done, she just went from an A cup to a C cup. Her figure looks amazing.

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It could but you would likely end up getting results in Korean and that would likely make it harder for you if you don't know Korean. Contacting clinics helps but as mentioned, you just do basic background checks on credentials online. If they are certified, you have way less to worry about.

You won't get a clear price without doing a consultation. To give you an idea, liposuction costs range from $1,500 to $3,500 for single areas, $4,000 to $8,000 for multi-area packages, and $6,000 to $12,000 for full-body procedures, with VASER techniques adding 20–30% to the base price. This is standard for South Korea. Prices can vary and things can cost most but you will have to get in touch with a clinic. I would contact a few and set up consultations and compare prices and surgeries and pay attention to after care too!

I should do this as well with my process. I am going to be following this. I want to see how everything goes for you. I have seen so many lack-luster reviews and experiences that leave out too much information. You are including everything which I really appreciate.

Hi, Here are some updates. I plan on adding IQ Plastic Surgery to my in-person clinic list, and have also submitted a request to get a doctor's consult on their website. They are a one-person clinic, and he only focuses on eyes. While I like the results, there aren't as many, so I'm still waiting to see what he says first. I talked more to TS, and will most likely not go with them. The chief director, who is the only one I'm really interested in, is not available at all while I am in Korea as he will be attending training. He is the only doctor who consistently has cases of dealing with eyes like mine from TS. It has also been confirmed that he is also the only doctor who you cannot do event pricing for. They offered to match me with a different doctor, and I decided to go with Kim Ki Jae. There's also another doctor that they suggested, but he seems to do more revision rhinos. Dr. Kim seems to have a good amount of revision eye cases, but not as many who have befores like mine. He had a handful of patients with similar cases, and I really liked those results. I can get event pricing with him, and the consultation fee is 10,000 won. However, I really want this to be a one and done surgery, so I'm not 100% sure if I'll go with TS in the end, but I already have it booked so it's more of a why not situation. I also want to share that I received separate English consulting (once again, just to see what they would suggest as it's only the English teams that offer it, while the Korean teams do not). They provided this plan: incisional DES + ptosis correction + upper eyelid fat repositioning with the main doctor. The regular price is 9.27 mil KRW, and the promotional price is 7.8 mil KRW (if you write reviews). Two things to note: the insane price difference. The pricing I've seen on Gangnam Unni is around 6 mil to 7 mil MAX for this place. I think they exaggerate the regular price to make the promotional price seem like a better deal for foreigners. The other thing is that TS, Hyundai Aesthetics, and Luho have all suggested upper eyelid fat repositioning. Originally, I didn't think I needed it, but after analyzing my face more, I do see that my eyelids have lost some fat and have gotten a little hollow. So I predict that this will be the procedure they suggest more frequently when I consult in person. Right now, my top choice is actually Geunal, or That Day. This is the other doctor who seems nearly as experienced as the chief doctor at TS. I also like how IQ only focuses on eyes. However, I have made the difficult decision that (assuming in-person consultations confirm my top choices) if the doctors at these clinics are not available, I will not be proceeding with my surgery this trip and will come back to do it with them or TS another time instead of rushing, especially because I do not want to get ANOTHER revision on top of this. I also am wondering if I can get cantho done, because my eyes are not parallel. One eye slopes downwards, and the other eye is more neutral.

It looks like she got her lips and eyes done as well. This looks like two different people and the version of her on the left is way more beautiful. How sad! I don't see anyone looking like this out of Korea. Like in the plastic surgery reviews or groups. They don't remove that much fat because it makes you not only look older but more masculine. Korean women want to appear soft and doll-like.

I am in a group that talks about clinics and a few people recently mentioned having great results with V Moment Clinic! The clinic is highly rated for director-led consultations along with diagnostics-first skin booster programs. The clinic also offers private VIP single rooms and strict specialist-only staff. Their after care seems it be good too. I can't say I have any personal experience though so you will have to research them a bit more.

I have seen some but they tend to be factory clinics or pop-up clinics that have all sorts of red flags, i.e. ones you want to avoid!!

A lot of clinics in Korea will also do a bit of fat grafting to help them look/feel even more real than standard ones. They do some of the best work from what I have seen!

My cousin is. I will let you know how things go for her. I can't remember what clinic she had booked with but it isn't the one you mentioned. I will have to ask her. I believe she heads over there the third week of October.

I see a lot of people mention zero1 ps for lighter surgical or non-surgical beauty treatments as well. As I said, most modern places offer the stuff! Which I guess is great news for anyone looking to travel to Korea for a number of beauty treatments!

I waited a bit longer and yea, still nothing. I am going to make a new e-mail and try again. Maybe mine was being bumped into spam or something for some reason.

I would start with what work you want done. Figure that out and then find a clinic. If you are no sure, schedule something locally to get an idea of what you want. You don't need to book a surgery after a consultation.

From what I have seen, yeah they seem too! Unless they are a specialty clinic that is for something like breasts, lipo, etc. I didn't know lipo was the most popular!

Hi everyone, I can't believe it's been a year since my last update. I plan on going to Korea this fall for revision DES. I will do another thorough write up about my experience and do some check ins. My nose is slightly crooked. To be honest, I can't remember if it was crooked before my nose job. I did go to an ENT a few years back in the States, and they mentioned I do have a deviated septum (which my doctor at Luho did not mention to me). However, this crookedness is very slight and is only something I notice if I look for it, if I'm in a certain angle, and so on. I have not experienced any complications, and I still am relatively satisfied with my nose. My eyes are still the exact position they were a year ago. I have to do my eyeliner a bit differently. To be honest, I'm not sure how much can be fixed with surgery. My eyes seem to just be tilted differently (one goes up, one is more neutral). However, I'd be happy if they evened out my lines and did something to make the lines look less dark, as it's really obvious to anyone who is in the plastic surgery community that I have gotten DES. Other surgeries/procedures I hope to have, though I need to figure it out: - some kind of mild lifting (debating Onda and InMode). I did InMode this year, and couldn't really tell at the time, but I think it did make a difference. I did bruise, but I was able to cover it up completely with makeup. - something to do with my worsening smile lines, but I'm not sure what yet, as I'm opposed to filler in that area. I'm debating juvelook. - perhaps touching up on my chin filler (got it in January, makes a huge difference). - removing a sun spot and some moles - really debating getting lip filler. I'm opposed to it due to the high rate of migration, but my philtrum has gotten a lot longer and I don't like my gummy smile. - masseter botox touch up - facial contouring fat injection (magic CAT injection) Once again, I do think I've gotten prettier, but I think now my face is a bit disharmonious if that makes sense. My nose is prominent (since I went from no bridge to having a bridge), and I have strong, dolly eyes (due to once again high, visible, dark crease), but overall rounder, softer features. I will keep everyone updated!

It really depends on what you are after. Some clinics are better than others for different things. Here are a few that are considered highly rated for what they specialize in: Apgujeong Topline Clinic (led by Dr. Sang-Kook Byun, 24+ yrs experience) is one of the highest-reviewed in the area for body contouring and fat grafting. Relieve Clinic and V Moment are popular with international/foreign patients for non-surgical facial work and both offer English-language support. BLS Clinic (1,200+ five-star reviews) is frequently recommended in foreigner-focused guides for its one-on-one, non-"factory" approach.

Isn't Pop PS where Dr. Sang-il Kim used to be? I was looking into some clinics and I remember reading something about him formally being associated with this clinic. He is over at Vava PS now. Just doing some digging on a few doctors I am considering.

I was going to mention this. Like with everything else - high quality = higher cost. And gummy bear implants tend to be the most sought after ones because they look and feel more real.

This is accurate. It is confusing at first but you have to be familiar with the terms and procedures and once you are, it isn't so confusing.

This is true! I have looked at several different clinics for other things and I can tell you from what I have seen, most of them if not all of the ones I looked at have non-surgical treatments. I think they know not everyone is ready to go under the knife for their first time. It is almost like a gateway to getting surgeries. Pop PS for example focuses on surgeries but they also offer anti-aging options that are non-surgical. Another one you would not expect is EverM Dental, but I am not sure if they still offer anything or not. I just saw some various non-surgical mentions for jaw correction on Reddit a few years ago.

Maybe try again from another e-mail? Or another account if you are using international calling/contacts?

I view clinics like this to be half and half. Like @LupinBB81 mentioned, they do corrective surgery so it isn't just about atheistic.

I am not familiar with Pride but I do know that Note Plastic Surgery is a popular choice. If you go on Reddit, you might be able to find some before and afters that women share of their breast work tied to the clinic.

You can try contacting Dr. Ko at zero one ps. I know for sure this clinic does revision and reconstruction surgery for noses. I talked to a few people that have gone here for this very thing and had good results. No personal experience from me though, just make sure you do your research!

I have come across a few that focus a bit more on it, vava ps is one. The thing is though, they seem to be a bit like a trendy clinic that focuses more so on what everyone is looking for with nose, eyes, and lifting. They don't appear to be a facial bone clinic like some other places. I don't know how much work you need done to enhance your profile but you might need a more specialized doctor.

I guess this is fine if you don't mind spending more or can afford to spend more. I am sure other countries have options like this too. But for most people going to Korea, they are going to save money so this doesn't really help with that!