What’s the average price for full face ultherapy in Korea?
Any advice/insight would be greatly appreciated!
u/Coco0106 — 8 hours ago
r/KoreaPlasticSurgery
TopFace Seoul Plastic Surgery Forehea Lift
My experience with Top Face Global Seoul — Endoscopic Forehead Lift with Endotine
My experience with Top Face Global Seoul after having an endoscopic forehead lift with Endotine implants performed by Dr. Jae-Sun Shim on May 21.
This was my first-ever plastic surgery procedure, so I don't have anything to compare it with. I contacted the clinic through the UNNI app on May 14, and my first in-person visit was May 19. A translator was provided
Overall, everything went smoothly. The procedure was explained to me beforehand, although in retrospect I could have asked more questions—I went into the consultation unprepared. The staff were pleasant and professional, and I felt comfortable throughout the process.
The results
The biggest improvement for me wasn't actually the forehead wrinkles, although those have definitely diminished. The most important result was eyebrow symmetry. One eyebrow had been noticeably lower than the other, and the lift corrected that asymmetry quite well and made eyes look the same size. My eyes also don't look as small anymore, which was another noticeable improvement.
Swelling gradually went down, and the bruising was essentially gone by about two weeks.
As of today, August 19 (almost three months post-op), I still have some numbness. The forehead itself is almost completely back to normal, while there is still partial numbness on the top of my head. As sensation has been returning, I've occasionally had brief shooting/electrical-type pains around the areas where the implants were placed. The Endotine implants are still palpable under the skin when I feel for them. None of this has been particularly troublesome for me, but I mention it because it's part of my experience at this stage.
Cost/payment-around 3500 (including the 5% credit card fee)
I can't really comment on whether the price was good or bad because I didn't shop around. Top Face was the top recommendation on UNNI for this particular procedure, and I decided to go with them.
A deposit was required to reserve the surgery/anesthesia, which I thought was completely reasonable. I paid partly in cash and partly by credit card. There is a 5% fee for credit-card payment.
Post-op medications
Pharmacy-provided pills weren't clearly labeled with what each medication was. I took the prescribed antibiotic for five days(I asked the pharmacist and also checked the picture on line and it smelled like an antibiotic).The prescription ran for 14 days I think.I didn't take the pain medication because I didn't have significant pain, and I used my own bromelain instead of the presumed bromelain tablets.
I'm an MD, so I felt comfortable stopping the antibiotic because the 4 small incisions of the scalp were healing well without evidence of infection. I don't recommend to anyone do the same.If you're not sure what a medication is, I would ask the clinic/pharmacy to identify it, with explanation of what it does
I also used an arnica/vitamin K/vitamin C cream.
One difference I noticed compared with the U.S.
I thought the process was less detailed in terms of explaining exactly what would happen and who would be doing each part of it.
For comparison, with my U.S. dentist, GI doctor (for screening colonoscopy/EGD), and urologist, will explain the procedure in more detail( or maybe they do that only with me)—what, when, how, where, why, and by whom. If I am awake during procedure they usually talk at every step saying what they are doing, where, with what etc.
I didn't consider this a negative, but it was noticeable to me. I also don't remember the anesthesiologist introducing himself/herself by name-I might be wrong if they gave pre-anesthesia before the anesthetist came in the room
If you're coming from the U.S., I would recommend going into the consultation prepared with a list of questions(if you have any) rather than assuming everything will be explained at the level you may be accustomed to.I would use an AI engine to understand the procedure and ask the relevant questions.I would recommend to ask even detailed technical questions if there are different techniques of doing the procedure-the more informed you are the better .
Overall,
I would do it again, and based on my experience I would recommend Dr. Jae-Sun Shim for this procedure. The results have been good, particularly the eyebrow symmetry and the improvement in how open my eyes look.
I can only comment on Dr. Shim because he was my surgeon—I didn't interact with the other doctors at the clinic, so I can't give an opinion about them.
u/Direct_Basil_3908 — 11 hours ago
Endoscopic forehead lift
Day 15 after endoscopic forehead lift by Dr.LEE Seung Ryeol
Before, forehead was a little flat; even without having fat graft or fillers, forehead lift can add volume
The effect of a forehead lift is directly seen in the eyes and not the forehead itself; those with heavy eyelid thinking of getting double eyelid surgery, look into a forehead procedure also 👍
u/Geunal_PS — 1 day ago
Ilchi ponytail lift + neck lift + fat grafting
Clinic: great
Doctor/Staff: great
Procedure: smooth
Recovery: rough
The short review is, I don’t have my final results yet so I really can’t speak to it just yet, but I feel good about it and am very excited for the results. I am confident I will have a natural result that does not change my appearance, but rather gives me a fresh, youthful, yet subtle rejuvenation. I would choose Ilchi Plastic Surgery again and I am happy with my experience there. However I think its very important to have a realistic understanding of recovery. I had read a lot of reviews that made it sound relatively easy but I think that may have been for ponytail lifting only. If you add neck & platysma like I did, it definitely is a rough road to recovery and I wish I had been more prepared for it. Hopefully my experience will help someone else be fully mentally prepared for the road to recovery.
The LONG review:
Prep~ Tylenol, waterproof bandaids, smooth easy food like yogurt, fine porridge, protein shakes and a small spoon! I was not able to open my mouth wide or chew anything.
Also a nice back pillow to stay elevated is highly recommended.
Day 0 ~ for me the anesthesia is rough to wake up from. I am very thankful to my translator Nika; she was absolutely amazing and stayed with me every step. She was much more than a translator, she was there to provide support I didn’t even know I needed. She shared with me about what she had seen in terms of recovery from other patients and it put my mind at ease. After the surgery she even walked me downstairs to the conveniently located pharmacy to get all my meds and even help me get to my taxi. I couldn’t have done it without her.
Night 0 ~ it was rough, I had previously read about the tight band and the pressure but didn’t fully understand what to expect. It was the kind of dull and annoying pain you get from wearing an extra tight ponytail and your head feels bruised except it was all around your face and there is no relief.
My right ear was numb but also achy and bothered me a lot.
Day 1~ hard to leave the house but I had to go remove my bandages. This part wasn’t bad and I felt instant relief when the compression band and bandages came off. I also got an injection in my arm to help with swelling and tried the hyperbaric oxygen chamber. They warned me it could hurt my ears and to press the call button if it became too much. I didn’t last long until I had to call the button and they reduced the pressure to a much more comfortable level. The red light therapy was great, it was a nice warm light and I almost fell asleep.
Last but not least, they sent me to the salon 3 minute walk away to get my hair washed. My hair was a crunchy mess from the solutions used during surgery. It felt amazing to have a professional wash and blow dry. I felt human again!
Day 2
Might be the roughest day in terms of pain and discomfort and swelling
Day 3
Swelling is still severe but less discomfort
Day 4
Visually still very swollen but I feel much better and able to run a few easy errands.
I can even chew a little more. Yellow bruising starting to appear.
Day 5
Sutures and chin stitches were removed & bandages came off. I was up to do about an hour of small nearby errands, but it's not easy to comfortable to move around. Face is quite tight and numb and yellow all over.
Day 6
Reduction in swelling. Ear pressure has loosened a bit, overall very yellow and purple.
Day 7
Stitches removed
Day 10
Starting to regain some limited facial movement
Day 11
Looking more human ~ less cat woman
Day 14
I still have a lot of swelling and the process of it going down is really slowing down. I am still trying to minimize sodium intake, and regularly icing. Bruising is a lot better and starting to fade. Im getting a little tired of seeing my swollen reflection. I have no sense of how my final outcome will look so not able to get excited quite yet. I thought I would be socially ready by now but that is definitely not the case. I am hoping to have dramatic improvements in the coming days.
Overall, I am really glad the hard part is over and I think from here is on it when Ill start seeing the benefits.
u/BeautyisPain70 — 1 day ago
M18 advice on jaw
Hello! its me again, feeling kinda insecure about my side profile and most especially my jaw, I've been told a variety of options and was considering maybe doing atleast of them when it comes to solving the issue
I was told to do Filler to see how i like it first
Then the two more prominent solutions
Have never liked that my jaw points to the core of the freaking earth and i feel like i have a beek for a nose (although i am greek and sometimes i do like my nose)
Was maybe thinking of getting Double Jaw surgery considering idk if implants would help me out much? considering my jaw is down swung
I need someone help and some advice! it would be amazing if you could do so
u/Responsible_Brief382 — 2 days ago
Natural adhesion 1.5 Month Post-op
Hello, I had natural adhesion double eyelids done around July 9th. I’m still experiencing obvious swelling as in my eyes still look like sausages and the crease looks really deep. I cannot open my eyes as much as I could before the surgery and my pupils are still covered. It makes me look like I have ptosis :( I think it’s still just swelling but I had a nurse friend that got concerned because he said I kept having to tilt my head just to look at him in the eyes. He told me it wasn’t normal. So after hearing that, I’m a lot more worried now. It’s been really stressful for me that I even regretted getting it done in the first place.
Is there anything I can do to minimize the swelling more? I’ve been avoiding salty food and I’ve been sleeping with my head elevated this whole time..Should I be concerned about anything?
I greatly appreciate any advice!
u/Frosty-Reading8398 — 2 days ago
First trip to Seoul Looking for preventative care no Botox no fillers
Hi there everybody! I 38F am taking my first ever trip to Seoul, and this is a last-minute birthday trip. I’m leaving September 3, landing September 4, and will be there until September 11. I am super excited!Usually, I give myself six months to plan a trip, but everything for vacation opened up last minute and my work week/days off lined up just perfectly. I decided to say, “Guess what? I’m going to treat myself this year,” because next year I turn 40, so I’m saying farewell to my 30s. I have never really struggled with beauty, and I know Seoul is all the rave when it comes to beauty with Botox, fillers, and all of that kind of stuff. I have always been big on preventative care. I moisturize, use sunscreen, toner, serums, and all that good stuff. I would love to continue my journey of taking care of my skin. Not to toot my own horn, but everybody believes I’m in my mid-20s even though I’m pushing 40, and I want to continue that. (I get it from my mother.) I love looking way younger than I actually am and would love to maintain that. Some people have recommended that I go the dermatology route while I’m in Seoul and find a good dermatology office, maybe look into collagen treatments, but I would love to get some recommendations from all of you Reddit people who have been to Seoul. What do you guys recommend? Feel free to look at some of my photos. Yes, I did have an acne breakout. I have been eating a little bit more sugar than normal, and I got a little breakout. Can’t help it when my favorite candy is Mexican candy, and it has sodium in it. I know better. I know if I eat that candy, I’m going to break out lol. I have been using pimple patches from Japan, and they have been helping. While I’m over there, I’m definitely going to get a full-body scrub. I’m also going to get a tattoo from a tattoo artist I have been following, and they are going to be in Korea the same time I’m there, which I’m super excited about!I’m also definitely going to check out pharmacies and buy pharmacy products, as well as check out thrift stores and local shopping. But I really want to know more about preventative care. So any of you ladies or gentlemen who do preventative care that isn’t Botox or fillers, please let me know. I am a little bit interested in collagen treatments because collagen is also really good for you. Again, I don’t want to do anything drastic because I honestly don’t feel like I need it yet lol.
Thank you, Reddit family!
u/TravelBaddiePodCast — 3 days ago
Where do Koreans actually research plastic surgery clinics besides UNNI?
I'm researching plastic surgery in South Korea, and there's just so much information that it's hard to distinguish fact from fiction. My Korean friend recommended UNNI, but frankly, I feel like UNNI advertises way too much. Tbh, I don't mind advertising. I need reputable clinics promoting themselves to find a suitable one. But there's just too much of it, making it really difficult to discern the truth.
So, I'd like to ask if any other platforms offer simpler and more direct information? Or perhaps, which platforms do Koreans who want to get plastic surgery use to find information?
u/Ok-Accountant4426 — 4 days ago
Upper lip problems after rhinoplasty
I can’t move my upper lip properly. When will this go away? It’s so frustrating. My upper lip stays over my upper teeth when I smile, and I can barely smile properly. I’m one month post-op.
u/Routine-Question4531 — 5 days ago
3-Month Rhinoplasty Review in Korea
It’s been 3 months since my rhinoplasty at Wanna Plastic Surgery, so I wanted to share my experience!
My biggest concern was my nose looking quite wide and bulbous, especially from the front. I ended up getting silicone for the bridge, my own rib cartilage for the tip, bulbous tip correction, and alar reduction. During the consultation, the doctor was very thorough. I showed him a few reference photos of the kind of nose I wanted, and instead of trying to copy them exactly, he designed a shape that would look natural with my original nose and overall features.
I was honestly a little nervous about using my own rib cartilage, but the pain was much more manageable than I expected. Recovery went smoothly without any major issues. I also had double chin liposuction at the same time, and I’m really happy I did it. It made my overall profile look much cleaner.
Now at 3 months, I’m really happy with the result. My nose doesn’t look overly dramatic or obviously “done” — it just looks more refined and natural. Most importantly, my bulbous tip, which was my biggest insecurity, has improved so much. 🥹
Still waiting for the remaining swelling to go down, but so far I’m very satisfied with both my nose and double chin results!
u/Efficient-Union8635 — 6 days ago
Rhinoplasty tips and clinics recommendation
Hi,im an asian male looking to get a rhinoplasty in a few months and trying to survey clinics for a rhinoplasty, i haven’t had any surgery and it would be my first. If possible i would like a clinic with a translator where i could communicate without a problem. Or should i go with a concierge. Any kind of tips would help and please do help me avoid red flags in clinics so that i can avoid it and narrow down my search.
My concerns are:
-Bulbous tip
-Less projected nose
If anyone has had any experience please do tell me, Thank you very much🙏
Ignore my hair😂😭
u/Special-Carpenter-42 — 7 days ago
Anyone down to share a hotel/airbnb beginning of October?
Looking to get some beauty treatments done in Seoul from October 2nd–5th and I’m hoping to save a bit on accommodation by sharing a place with someone! 🫶
If anyone’s around those dates and is down to share housing, let me know!
We could also help each other out with appointments/recommendations and, of course, explore Seoul together a little
Girls only please 💕
u/lou-v — 5 days ago
Rhinoplasty patients with an L-strut: what does that area actually feel like months/years later?
Hi all~
I'm in the early planning stages for a rhinoplasty (likely in Korea) and I'm trying to go in with realistic expectations, including the stuff that doesn't usually come up in a consult. I've read a lot of the clinical material, but I'm having a hard time finding patient perspectives on a few things, so I'd really appreciate honest answers from people who've actually been through it.
Main question: For those who've had part of the septal cartilage removed (grafting, leaving just an L-strut) — what does that area feel like now, especially if you've ever pressed on it or touched inside your nose (basically, what does picking your nose feel like)? Does it still feel like a firm wall, or more like a softer spot? I'm curious whether the mucosal lining fuses into something fairly sturdy over time, or whether it stays noticeably softer than the rest of the septum. Also curious if anyone has experienced a septal perforation (or came close) and what led to it. I want to understand the actual risks here that surgeons won't typically mention.
Broader question: For those who've had septal extension grafts and/or septal spreader grafts, are you able to feel it months, years post-op? Some surgeons I've consulted with recommended using septal spreader grafts to straighten out my deviated septum, and a septal extension graft to raise the tip of my nose. Based on online reports, I've read some patients can still feel the extension graft at the tip of their nose to a point where it obstructs their daily activities (like their nose feels like wood that doesn't bend). Granted, I think the higher the tip was raised, the more physically noticeable it is to the patient, but I want to hear real answers from real people.
I know some of this is a personal topic, so no worries at all if you'd rather answer generally or send a DM instead of posting publicly. Really just trying to make an informed decision before I commit to surgery. Thanks in advance to anyone willing to share their experience!
u/lemondraup — 5 days ago
[23m, 5'9ft] I am unattractive to women. How can I become attractive?
u/LandscapeExternal468 — 6 days ago
what surgery would fix my face the best?
i have a nose job on the list, but im scared about facial harmony. what else needs to change? im wearing some eyeliner in the photo and i added the smile because i feel like im ugliest when im smiling so it would help with advice.
do i only do my nose or should i do more? what would make my face look best
u/pbsSins — 10 days ago
Could I have caused a dent in myose? Really stressed (1 month post-op)
I did something really stupid last night. I wanted to look at the sun through eclipse glasses, and I accidentally brought the glasses down too hard. I didn’t think they were going to touch my nose, but the sharp bottom edge ended up hitting the area just next to the bridge of my nose. I immediately felt a very sharp, intense pain in that spot.
There was no bleeding, but I’m worried that I may have caused a dent or somehow damaged my nose. What do you think?
u/Routine-Question4531 — 7 days ago
I need advice on facial liposuction; I want to get it done in Korea.
I'd like to have the fat deposits removed from the corners of my mouth (perioral mound, I've seen it called that) and also a little under my chin. Do you have any advice? I'm looking for a clinic in Korea; I live in France and I don't know how to go about it. If anyone has already had facial liposuction, I'd appreciate any advice!
u/Many_Ad_6265 — 8 days ago
Is fat repositioning the right procedure for me?
Hi guys! I’ve been doing some research and I’m thinking of getting undereye fat repositioning, but I’m wondering if it would actually address both of my concerns.
I feel like I have 2 separate issues around my eyes:
eyebags (pic1): believe this could potentially be improved with fat repositioning
a line below my eyebags (pic2): this became more noticeable after I lost some weight, and I’m not sure if it’s related to volume loss or something else. It might be subtle but it’s actually really noticeable under harsh lighting and this is really something I want gone…
So my question is: Can under-eye fat repositioning also improve this line/crease, or would it require a different treatment?
Would love to hear from anyone who has had a similar issue or knows more about this! 🥹
u/pineappletarts4321 — 8 days ago
Lower bleph, Marble PS, +6 months
More than 6 months later. Lower bleph + undereye fat repositioning. No fat transfer. The dryness from LASIK was alleviated the first month or so but it came back. Very happy with results, especially given that this is just from fat repositioning and the results have held up.
u/bftsplk — 8 days ago
looking for a good lifting clinic in gangnam with english staff?
i actually got ultherapy prime and thermage done at gowa clinic near sinnonhyeon station exit 9 recently. honestly I was so scared of those rushed factory style clinics in gangnam where you barely see the actual doctor, but gowa was totally different.
the doctor speaks fluent english and did the full consultation himself. They also did a full skin scan with eve muse beforehand to customize the shots. super seamless booking and great experience
u/Lost_Carto549 — 7 days ago