cherryzz Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 i have heard of lee moon hee. he's quite famous =) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowcup Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Hi cherryzz, you've mentioned Dr. Lee and Eyemagic a few times on this thread and another thread. What do you actually know about him? Please share if you have any info, thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjy Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Hi! I just got a reply from Dr Lee moon hee and Dr Kang (I think) from IOU both say my eyes do look like I will require revisional surgery It has only been five weeks since my surgery and I dont live in Korea (I got it done five weeks ago in korea) and i means I have to save up and go get it done in a year or so....SO FRUSTRATING and SCARED.... Obviously I will have to consult them face to face - but Dr Kang seems very personable in his reply and thorough in his analysis - and there are mentions on the boards of Banobagi and BK clinics...which are the best? How do you know for sure and is this just a personal choice in the end? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinna Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Oh, sorry to hear that you will have a revision! I heard that Dr. Kim (BK) is no good for revision and not popular with the locals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twinnie Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 My personal advice...even though I only talked to him by email, I recommend Dr. Kang. I personally would like to book a consultation at IOU. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juicy88 Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Finally had revision done on my eyes and back home resting!! Here to share my experience and hope I can help anyone going to Korea for revisional eyelid surgery. My trip in Korea was a pleasant one.. I'm already missing Korea! The weather was very cold and windy and can really dry up your eyes. I walked outside the street for few minutes and everything looks blurry and misty.. haha. Wherever I was in Korea, I will wear my shades and hat. These two are essential especially when is sunny outside. Plus people don't really stare at you so I don't feel quite awkward. Because I only had 10 days in Korea, I was hopping to get surgery the same day of consultation. My first consultation was with Dr.Kang from IOU. I arrived 10am on a Saturday and his clinic is already crowded with locals. Later I was led to a room by Ms.Lee, the dermatologist (apparently only one that can speak adequate English besides Dr.Kang). She asked some Q&A and brought me to see Dr.Kang. Dr.Kang greeted me and my family warmly and examined my eyes. He said that my case is severe and he can improve my scarrings 70-80%. But he set his goal 80-90%. He asked me to lower my expectation, I had 2 revisional before and I can understand what he meant. He showed some photos and point out what procedure I need - ptosis correction, fat grafting, lowering fold and scarring. After that, it's time to discuss the price with Ms.Lee. I knew the price at IOU is not going to be cheap.. I was quoted 6plusM KRW. After more bargaining and agree to pay cash - she lowered to 6M KRW. If you use card you have to pay additional 5% tax. The next consultation was with Dr.Kwon - Teiumps. I took a taxi from IOU clinic, is relatively near, I think the fare was 2800KWON only. You can see the logo outisde the building. The clinic is located upstairs and look very stylish. When I went in, the clinic was empty. The lady asked me to fill some particulars and waited for Dr.Kwon. I think I waited 30 minutes then I saw Dr.Kwon and another man came out from a room wearing surgical mask. I think he just operated on someone. Went into room and Dr.Kwon and the man was there. He examined my eyes quite thoroughly - he has quite a strong cigarette stance xD. He then pointed out what procedures I need, which is magic epicanthoplasty and revisional eyelid surgery (incisional) and ptosis. But he didn't mentioned the scarring, so I asked him and he said he can improve 70-80%. And I asked him if he can make my eyes even - he said he will try. After checking with me if I have anymore question, he and the man left the room. The lady earlier came in to discuss the price - quoted 7M KRW. She later reduce to 6.8KRW by herself. I have 1 more consultation in Regen but ended up not going as I need to go back to IOU by 2.30pm to pay the deposit. I was not allowed to eat or drink 5 hours before surgery and they let me wait in their room with bed and TV. And they have Wifi in their clinic It was time for my operation and was led to the operation room. They injected me and Dr.Kang came in to draw my eyes. I can't remember what happened next until Dr.Kang woke me up to asked me to open my eyes. After that, I'm 100% aware what was going on but there was no pain at all (very thankful for that!!). After operation, I was the last one and was turning dark already. Went back to the hotel straight. I have been going to the clinic everyday for dressing and check up by Dr.Kang.Second day after the operation, Dr.Kang pointed out that my left eye muscle is weaker than expected and I might need to do revisional. I was shocked and scare because I didn't want to go through surgery again. He said if I need to do revisional it will be on Thursday. Thursday came and he checked me again and asked me to prepare for surgery. He said he will do ptosis correction and add more fat on my left eye. I went through surgery again.. and thankfully no pain at all! I was quite shocked after surgery because my left eye was significantly larger than my right eye. But Dr.Kang said very good and said it will be even. I got my left eye stitches removed on the last day in Korea. I'm going to miss Dr.Kang and Ms.Lee. They are very warm and nice ! Oh, and dont forget to try the little stall outisde the clinic - they have yummy egg+bacon sandwiches! My eyes now are much MORE improved than my previous eyes. I can tell that they are much more even and natural. I can't wait will my eyes settle! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juicy88 Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Dr.Kang clinic is super easy to find! I realized I posted the wrong exit in the forum. You need to get out from exit 8 sinsa station and IOU clinic will be right in front. I realized BK hospital is just opposite IOU clinic too. lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikisha247 Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Hi Juicy88! Congratulations for successfully surgery and for shariing makes me more comfy with Dr kang. I have booked for several clinincs and Dr kang as well as Dr kwon Dr Chung Dr cho Dr joung Dr lee...etc consulting with All Drs will brobobly take 2 days if I knew which Dr u would just go there straight way from airport ((: so could you plse answer me few of my questions ?? If its ok Where did you have your previous surgery ? How long you been searched for Dr kang? Bcse hear he is good How did you to iOS clininc by bus ? Or? Do you think he is well known for locals ? Were you Asian ? Does he operate western eyelid ? Thank you , sorry for lot question Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juicy88 Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Wow, that's a lot consultations! You have to plan your consultations carefully, from the time and distance of the next clinic. I had my past surgeries in my local country but all botched job -.-. I was trying to find the best doctor that specialized in revisional eyelid surgery and able to fix complicated case. And I heard a lot positive reviews about him.. and his B&A pics are impressive as well. I go to his clinic everyday by train. I stayed near Angguk station and it's 9 stations away from Sinsa station- takes 20 minutes to reach IOU clinic. Yes, all his patients are Korean lols! I think I was the only foreigner there everytime I visit. Yes, I'm Asian. I think he's more specialized in Asian eyelid because he's more favorable to small crease. I hope i helped! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikisha247 Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Thanks a lot it helps me heaps ((: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikisha247 Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Btw can I see your before and after photo ? [email protected]. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikisha247 Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Can I see your before and after photos ? [email protected] thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinna Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Hi Juicy88! Thank you very much to share your processing during your time in Korea for your revision!!! It was fun and interesting to read. Dr. Kang seem very genuine and a specialist of revision! Good luck with your new pair of eyes!!! Very happy for you!!! P.s. Also do you mind to share pictures? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinna Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Hi girls, I want to share some information! I don't have a good feeling about Dr. Kwong (TEUIM)... I received an reply about him but is was not him to responded my email. I email many PS in Korea and is was only the one who already talking about the cost and also is was so different what he is suggesting. His pictures on the website where good but for the revision is was not a lot of difference with the before picture. I don't think I would choose him for my revision... Just consult him but I think I'm pretty sure it will be a no for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twinnie Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Dr. Kang wrote me that he also perform surgery on western eyes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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