45 Best Clinics for Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery in South Korea (w/Prices)
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Samsung Medical Center

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
Price on request
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Samsung Medical Center
Samsung Medical Center
Samsung Medical Center
Samsung Medical Center
Samsung Medical Center
4.0
4 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Samsung Medical Center in Seoul, South Korea

Opened in 1994, The Samsung Medical Center is an ultra advanced multi-disciplinary hospital, constantly winning awards for its achievements in customer satisfaction and quality of services. Home to the most comrehensive cancer ...more
MyMeditravel 귀요미, 27 October 2019
It is a well known hospital. Underground food court restaurants are also delicious. It's always a busy place to go.
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BK Plastic Surgery

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$41,100
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
BK Plastic Surgery
BK Plastic Surgery
BK Plastic Surgery
BK Plastic Surgery
BK Plastic Surgery
4.7
15 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at BK Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea

BK Plastic Surgery opened its doors to domestic and foreign patients back in 1995, since then it's seen many thousands of medical tourists visiting in search of that Korean Beauty Look. BK stands for Beauty Korea. Their 16-...more
MyMeditravel sasha naicker, 19 February 2020
I did Rhinoplasty, ear surgery and lower blepharoplasty at BK, staff are very friendly and spoke English.
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Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital

MyMeditravel Goyang, South Korea
$41,100
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital
Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital
Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital
Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital
Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital
3.3
3 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital in Goyang, South Korea

Opened in 1999. It was recently expanded to 800 hospital beds and is playing core role in education, research and voluntary services in the northern region of Gyenggi-do with recent designation to operate medical care facility wit...more
MyMeditravel 비밀, 27 December 2019
safe hospital. it is a really nice place overall.
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CNU Hwasun Hospital

MyMeditravel Bundang, South Korea
$2,002
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
CNU Hwasun Hospital
CNU Hwasun Hospital
CNU Hwasun Hospital

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at CNU Hwasun Hospital in Bundang, South Korea

CNU Hwasun Hospital, known as the most beautiful hospital in Korea, provides state-of-the-art medical care in a refreshingly natural environment. We are one of the top 5 hospitals in cancer surgeries and also specialized f...more
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VG Plastic Surgery

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$3,500,000
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
VG Plastic Surgery
VG Plastic Surgery
VG Plastic Surgery
VG Plastic Surgery
VG Plastic Surgery
5.0
9 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at VG Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea

VG Plastic Surgery is one of Seoul's most highly sort after plastic surgery clinics, popular among local customers and medical tourists alike. Their medical team of 6 doctors are specialist plastic surgeons with focu...more
MyMeditravel i angppyo, 28 July 2020
Hi guys, I feel like not many people on here mentioned VG Plastic Surgery ( maybe because the place is not heavily promoted in foreigners).I’ve been silently considering my revision rhinoplasty beca
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Nana Plastic Surgery Hospital

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$1,000,000
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Nana Plastic Surgery Hospital
Nana Plastic Surgery Hospital
Nana Plastic Surgery Hospital
Nana Plastic Surgery Hospital
Nana Plastic Surgery Hospital
5.0
8 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Nana Plastic Surgery Hospital in Seoul, South Korea

Nana Hospital offers Face & Body Plastic Surgery Procedures and Dermatology procedures with 15 experienced specialist doctors and 3 in-house anesthesiologists. Nana offers plastic surgery procedures for eyes, nose, f...more
MyMeditravel Lucy Thornton, 31 August 2020
I would highly recommend Nana Plastic Surgery Clinic. I had a full mommy makeover and Dr Hwang did a great job! The language barrier was never a problem thanks to the amazing English consultant Kyli
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1mm Plastic Surgery

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$2,000
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
1mm Plastic Surgery
1mm Plastic Surgery
1mm Plastic Surgery
1mm Plastic Surgery
1mm Plastic Surgery
5.0
6 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at 1mm Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea

1mm Plastic Surgery is dedicated to the best satisfaction with delicate surgery that does not miss up to 1mm and accurate surgery. Its medical team, which is committed to providing the most advanced medical services to help patien...more
MyMeditravel F S, 19 September 2020
I haven’t had any type of plastic surgery before so I was a little nervous going in, but all the staff at 1mm made it really easy for me. My areas of focus were the lower abdomen, lower arm, axilla
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POP Plastic Surgery & Skin

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$1,000
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
POP Plastic Surgery & Skin
POP Plastic Surgery & Skin
POP Plastic Surgery & Skin
POP Plastic Surgery & Skin
POP Plastic Surgery & Skin
5.0
4 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at POP Plastic Surgery & Skin in Seoul, South Korea

I still and always think what to provide more and how to make my patients fulfill their satisfaction. Starting from day one as a plastic surgeon till now, this is my main concern. As we see numerous plastic surgery advertisemen...more
MyMeditravel Miss Jane, 11 March 2020
Great staff and professionel services.
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Chung-Ang University Hospital

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$41,100
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Chung-Ang University Hospital
Chung-Ang University Hospital
Chung-Ang University Hospital
Chung-Ang University Hospital
Chung-Ang University Hospital
5.0
2 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Chung-Ang University Hospital in Seoul, South Korea

Chung-Ang University Hospital is a top General Surgery clinic. There is high-quality equipment with dedicated staff, you will find a solution to multiple medical problems that you may have, starting with some simple procedures to ...more
MyMeditravel 윤요미, 01 January 2020
Very kind and nice
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Delightful Aesthetics Plastic Surgery

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$41,100
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Delightful Aesthetics Plastic Surgery
Delightful Aesthetics Plastic Surgery
Delightful Aesthetics Plastic Surgery
5.0
2 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Delightful Aesthetics Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea

Also known as DA Plastic Surgery, the clinic was opened in 2014 to meet the demands of Korean style cosmetic surgeries. Having acheived ISO-9001 accreditation, the clinic performs thousands of cosmetic surgeries each year. Medical...more
MyMeditravel Patcha Ying Ying, 17 December 2020
I travel from Thailand to have bigger breasts and I glad to come here. More expensive than Thailand, but I not trust doctor here so much as korean
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Glovi Plastic Surgery

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$8,500
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Glovi Plastic Surgery
Glovi Plastic Surgery
Glovi Plastic Surgery
Glovi Plastic Surgery
Glovi Plastic Surgery
5.0
2 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Glovi Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea

Glovi Plastic Surgery The standard of beauty changes with generations and is different for each individual. However, the true beauty does not change with time. Glovi Plastic Surgery is looking for an unchangeable beauty. To giv...more
MyMeditravel Sharon James, 17 November 2019
So pleased with my nose surgery. Highly recommend this clinic.
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Sun Medical Center

MyMeditravel Daejeon, South Korea
$41,100
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Sun Medical Center
Sun Medical Center
Sun Medical Center
Sun Medical Center
Sun Medical Center
5.0
1 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Sun Medical Center in Daejeon, South Korea

Founded back in 1966, the Sun Medical Center is one of the major hospitals facilitating medical tourists in Daejeon. It is comprises of the following departments: 1. Gastroenterology 2. ENT 3. Cardiovascular 4. Spine a...more
MyMeditravel HARRY CHO, 16 March 2019
This hospital is wonderful hospital! Staffs are kind. Doctors are proficient! Price is reasonable!
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ATOP PLASTIC SURGERY

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$1,200,000
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
ATOP PLASTIC SURGERY
ATOP PLASTIC SURGERY
ATOP PLASTIC SURGERY
ATOP PLASTIC SURGERY
ATOP PLASTIC SURGERY
4.8
6 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at ATOP PLASTIC SURGERY in Seoul, South Korea

This is ATOP PLASTIC SURGERY that presents beauty in Seoul, Korea!   ATOP PLASTIC SURGERY is accumulating reliability with the customers based on safe and accurate diagnosis and care. We are ready to reciprocate your fa...more
MyMeditravel Randy Crew, 08 December 2020
I am delighted to offer a review for ATOP Plastic Surgery Clinic. From the moment I received my first reply from Leah on my inquiry for council from ATOP until my last follow-up, I have been treated
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Hanyang University Medical Center

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$41,100
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Hanyang University Medical Center
Hanyang University Medical Center
Hanyang University Medical Center
Hanyang University Medical Center
Hanyang University Medical Center
4.3
3 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Hanyang University Medical Center in Seoul, South Korea

Hanyang University Medical Center was established in 1972 as Asia’s largest medical center under the brand of Hanyang. The center has built multifaceted and specialized medical networks such as The University Hospital, Unive...more
MyMeditravel 이정덕, 23 February 2020
The nurse and doctor are very kind.
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Cheil General Hospital & Women's Healthcare Center

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$41,100
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Cheil General Hospital & Women's Healthcare Center
Cheil General Hospital & Women's Healthcare Center
Cheil General Hospital & Women's Healthcare Center
Cheil General Hospital & Women's Healthcare Center
Cheil General Hospital & Women's Healthcare Center
3.6
18 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Cheil General Hospital & Women's Healthcare Center in Seoul, South Korea

  The Cheil General Hospital and Women’s healthcare Center was founded in 1963 and became the first medical institution in Korea dedicated specifically to women. The Hospital has been a pioneer in the advancement of ...more
MyMeditravel 꿈돌이, 27 February 2020
Youth ophthalmology is highly recommended.
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Kyung Hee University Hospital

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$41,100
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Kyung Hee University Hospital
Kyung Hee University Hospital
Kyung Hee University Hospital
Kyung Hee University Hospital
Kyung Hee University Hospital
3.3
3 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Kyung Hee University Hospital in Seoul, South Korea

Established in 1971, The Kyung Hee Medical Center has tirelessly worked "toward a disease-free civilization", as per their mantra. In doing so, they've developed as a future-oriented digital hospital through the use ...more
MyMeditravel Hyeyoung Kwon, 22 August 2016
Facial treatment center is good
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Severance Hospital

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$41,100
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Severance Hospital
Severance Hospital
Severance Hospital
Severance Hospital
Severance Hospital

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Severance Hospital in Seoul, South Korea

Severance Hospital was founded in 1885 and introduced modern medical science in South Korea and has remained one of the best Hospitals and clinics in South Korea for more than 100 years. As one of the biggest and oldest Univers...more
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JCI Accredited
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Evita Clinic

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$2,100
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Evita Clinic
Evita Clinic
Evita Clinic
Evita Clinic
Evita Clinic

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Evita Clinic in Seoul, South Korea

There are various people in the world and all of them have different concerns. Beauty is one of them. For those who are lacking of self-confidence or satisfaction in their appearance, Evita Clinic has the solution for you. ...more
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Lydian Liposuction Clinic

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
$5,000
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Lydian Liposuction Clinic
Lydian Liposuction Clinic
Lydian Liposuction Clinic
Lydian Liposuction Clinic
Lydian Liposuction Clinic

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Lydian Liposuction Clinic in Seoul, South Korea

Lydian plastic surgery clinic is a boutique clinic that provides customized procedure options for each and every patient. We at Lydian clinic pride ourselves on being a first class international clinic, helping foreign patients fr...more
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The LINE Plastic Surgery

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
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Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
The LINE Plastic Surgery
The LINE Plastic Surgery
The LINE Plastic Surgery
The LINE Plastic Surgery
The LINE Plastic Surgery
5.0
1 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at The LINE Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea

This state of the art clinic in Seoul has been attending to medical tourists since 2009. Having achieved JCI accreditation and ISO-9001, patients are guaranteed the highest standards of quality and service. The clinic consists ...more
MyMeditravel Jui , 01 February 2020
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ICA - International Chiropractors Association
MCA - McTimoney Chiropractic Association
UCA - United Chiropractic Association
ICS - International College of Surgeons
IACD - International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology
ISDS - International Society for Dermatologic Surgery
EBOPRAS - European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
IAAFA - International Academy of Advanced Facial Aesthetics
WALT - World Association for Laser Therapy
ISHRS - International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
AAHRS - Asian Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons
ESCAD - European Society for Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dermatology
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EAC - European Association for Counselling
IFSO - International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorde
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BIOMET 3i Education Program
EURAPS - European Association of Plastic Surgeons
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IAOMS - International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Treatment Abroad Code of Practice
IFFPSS - International Federation of Facial Plastic Surgery Societies
FIGO - International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics
IFED - International Federation of Esthetic Dentistry
EOS - European Orthodontic Society
AOCMF
IBMS - International Board of Medicine and Surgery
EAFPS - European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery
ESCD - European Society of Cosmetic Dentistry
ESCRS - European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
NASS - North American Spine Society
ESHRE - European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology
MPS - Medical Protection Society
European Journal of Ophthalmology
ISRS - International Society of Refractive Surgery
JCRS - Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Cornea Society
JPGM - Journal of Postgraduate Medicine
ESPRAS - European Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
OSAPS - Oriental Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
RS - The Rhinoplasty Society
FRANZCOG - Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians a
IFOMPT - International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapist
WFO - World Federation of Orthodontists
ITI - International Team for Implantology
ICOI - International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Dentsply Friadent Implant Programme
IMTEC Sendax Mini Dental Implants Systems
IAO - International Association for Orthodontics
AAO - Asian Academy of Osseointegration
WAAAM - World Anti-Aging Academy of Medicine
WOSIAM - World Society Interdisciplinary Anti-Aging Medicine
ESE - European Society of Endodontology
ECAMS - European College of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery
IABCLL - International Academy of Body Contouring and Laser Lipolysis
IAFGG - International Association of Facial Growth Guidance
IBCS - International Board of Cosmetic Surgery
IMDHA - International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association
EAO - European Association for Osseointegration
ISD - International Society of Dermatology
IFAD - International Federation of Aesthetic Dentistry
IBHRS - International Board of Hair Restoration Specialists
IAHRS - International Alliance of Hair Restoration Surgeons
EDA - European Dental Association
IASP - International Association for the Study of Pain
ADI - Academy of Dentistry International
EAPD - European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry
EACMD - European Academy of Craniomandibular Disorders
ESHRS - European Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
ICD - International College of Dentists Fellowship
UIME - International Union of Aesthetic Medicine
APACS - Asian Pacific Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
McKenzie Institute International
ITEC - International Therapy Examination Council
ICA - International Cranial Association
I-ACT - International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy
CIBTAC - Confederation of International Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology
IFPA - International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists
ISBI - International Society for Burn Injuries
The Pankey Institute
PEFOTS - Pan European Federation of TCM Societies
URHP - Unified Register of Herbal Practitioners
AACD - Asian Academy of Craniomandibular Disorders
IMSA - The International Medical Spa Association
ACHSI - The Australian Council on Healthcare Standards International
CIDESCO - Comité International d'Esthétique et de Cosmétologie
ART - Active Release Techniques
ICPA - International Chiropractic Pediatric Association
CDA - Caribbean Dermatology Association
APAO - Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology
FICCDE - International College of Continuing Dental Education Fellowship
GMC - General Medical Council
ISA - International Sleep Academy
ISCG - International Society of Cosmetogynecology
EPA - European Prosthodontic Association
ABSI - Advanced Body Sculpting Institute
EACMFS - European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery
FILACP - Federación Ibero Latinoamericana de Cirugía Plástica
REDLARA - Rede Latino-americana de Reprodução Assistida
ALMER - Asociación Latinoamericana de Medicina Reproductiva
ICP - International College of Prosthodontists
EFP - European Federation of Periodontology
IADR - International Association for Dental Research
IODPT - International Organization for Dental Phobia Treatment
Academy of Operative Dentistry
The Dawson Academy
AAP - Asian Academy of Prosthodontics
AsianAOMS - Asian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
ISCD - International Society of Computerized Dentistry - Certified CEREC Trainer
SAAD - Society for the Advancement of Anaesthesia in Dentistry
PFA - Pierre Fauchard Academy
ISCD - International Society of Computerized Dentistry
YDW - Young Dentists Worldwide
APAD - Asia Pacific Academy of Dentistry
ACDNA - Academy Of Computerized Dentistry Of North America
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MyMediTravel has teamed up with Doctors, Surgeons, and Clinics to offer you a fabulous selection of Plastic and Cosmetic surgery procedures. Many of our customers shared the same opinion that Plastic Surgery and Cosmetic Surgery were actually the same. So what is the difference? While both plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery aim to improve a patient’s body, there are differences:

Plastic Surgery is reconstructive surgery aimed at reconstructing the burnt, cut, or damaged part of the body. Functional abnormalities due to accidents, burns, injuries, cancers, fractures, tumors, medical impairments, congenital defects including cleft palate, cleft lip, spina bifida, etc., fractured body parts are also treated under plastic surgery. The most common reconstructive procedure is the redevelopment of removed breasts in cancer patients, hand surgery, and the removal of tumors.

Cosmetic surgery or aesthetic surgery is involved in enhancing your physical beauty. It is not for the treatment of any disease or ailment. Your physical appearance is changed according to your desire by performing surgery. Facial features are altered by reshaping of the nose, chin implants, lip implants, brow lifting, eyelid lifting, and face lifting. Butt implants, breast implants, breast lift. and neck contouring is also prevalent. The likes of liposuction and Tummy Tucks also fall under this category.

Plastic Surgery Treatments

The procedures vary according to the purpose for which surgery is being performed. The following are some of the procedures used in plastic surgery:

  • Skin Grafting involves taking a healthy piece of skin from a Donor Site and implanting onto a damaged Recipient Site. 
  • Flap Surgery, in this type of plastic surgery a piece of flesh is transferred from one body part to the other. This piece of tissue carries its own blood supply and heals faster. It is used to treat the more complicated type of disorders.
  • Tissue Expansion, as the name indicates, the body grows extra tissue by the extension of the surrounding skin. A device called an expander is used in this method. It is a balloon-like machine that is inserted under the skin near the defected area which needs to be repaired. This is filled with saltwater allowing the skin to expand and grow.
  • Microsurgery, in this technique, very small sutures are used to connect arteries, veins, and nerves in the transplanted tissue. It makes the healing process rapid.   

Length of Stay in South Korea

This also depends upon the type of surgery being performed. Complex surgeries require a long stay in the hospital. For example, if someone is going through reconstructive surgery for burns, the duration of stay in the hospital depends upon the percentage of the burnt area. It is referred to as total body surface area burnt (TBSA%). In cases of severe burns, the stay is longer. For breast tumor removal two methods are used. In a lumpectomy, only the tumor along with some surrounding tissue is removed and the patient is discharged the same day. While in the case of mastectomy, the whole breast tissue is removed leaving the chest flat. It requires an overnight stay at the hospital. 2 days are needed if the breasts are reconstructed after the removal of the tumor. Similarly, different cosmetic surgeries require a different stay at hospital time. Butt lift surgery demands variable time which depends on your pain tolerance and healing speed. But in most cases, a minimum of 10-14 days post-op stay in South Korea is required for the removal of stitches and for follow up checks, etc.

Recovery Time

This too depends upon the type of surgery performed. It is advised to give yourself plenty of time for recovery. This will make you happy if you recover in less than the estimated time. In the case of a breast transplant, you can return to work after 5-7 days. In three months, the swelling subsides and the breasts get proper size and shape. Butt lift surgery demands four months for complete recovery. Liposuction has varying recovery times, depending on the area of the body from which fat is removed. Vaginal rejuvenation requires 3 to 6 weeks for recovery in which you need to abstain from sexual intercourse. Rhinoplasty shows an early setting within one month. However, complete results are seen after 1 year. Facelift and eyelid surgery requires 2 to 3 week recovery time.

Success Rate

Plastic surgeries are not always successful. Physical conditions of a patient are considered before undergoing surgery, and those with the least health risks are allowed to go through the operation. The success rate is higher if the subject is fit, both physically and mentally. Although the success rate is high, surgery can still go wrong. In the case of plastic surgery gone wrong, your body might become de-shaped, but surgeons are well equipped and well experienced enough to correct this as quickly as possible, which is why you must not fly home immediately after surgery.

Aftercare

Plastic surgery is a wide field, with many operations coming under this category, and aftercare for every surgery is different. Following are some tips for aftercare:

  1. Visit your doctor on a regular basis and follow his/her guidelines.
  2. Make sure that you have someone with you because recovery can take some time.
  3. Ask your doctor about a healthy diet plan. Eat nutritious food according to that plan.
  4. Take some days off work. Take rest and avoid un-necessary exercise and movement.
  5. Drink a lot of water.
  6. Do not take medicines on your own because some pain killers can increase inflammation.

Alternatives to Plastic Surgery

  • Microdermabrasion: in this method, fine crystals are rapidly sprayed onto the skin removing superficial dead skin layer.
  • Botox: Botulinum Toxin is injected into the skin which temporarily paralyzes your muscles causing skin lines and wrinkles.
  • CoolSculpting: This technique works by freezing the adipocytes present under your skin. These are crystallized and ultimately killed. After that, your body will digest them leaving fat free skin.
  • Ultherapy: This involves using ultrasound energy for skin tightening giving smooth and healthy skin.
  • Facial Fillers: these are long term, short term, or permanent fillers. Which improves your skin quality without surgery.
  • Bio Stimulators: these are the boosters of collagen production. Increased collagen gives tight and youthful skin.

In the case of reconstructive surgery, breast prostheses may be considered an alternative to breast implants. Prostheses are an artificial body part. Artificial breasts are worn inside a suitable bra giving the appearance of natural breasts. It is useful for those who do not want to go for reconstructive surgery.  

Before and After

The visible difference is seen before and after going through plastic surgery. In reconstructive surgeries, your body parts are reconstructed such as breasts. While in cosmetic surgery your physical appearance is altered.

Whilst the information presented here has been accurately sourced and verified by a medical professional for its accuracy, it is still advised to consult with your doctor before pursuing a medical treatment at one of the listed medical providers

Update: 14/02/2023