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Breast Augmentation with Saline Implants in Umnagumo Plastic Surgery

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About the clinic

Breast augmentation at Umnagumo Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, typically costs between $5,200 and $7,400 depending on the chosen implant brand. The clinic specializes exclusively in breast procedures and has performed over 12,000 surgeries in the Gangnam district. This focused experience allows for efficient surgical times, with some procedures completed in as little as 30 to 35 minutes.

Implant Brands and Pricing

The clinic offers several FDA-approved options to match different patient needs. Costs vary based on the technology used in the shell and gel filling:

  • Motiva implants with Q Inside technology may cost around $7,400. This includes an embedded RFID microtransponder for safety tracking.
  • Motiva implants without Q technology typically run $6,700 and feature a monoblock shell design.
  • Mentor MemoryGel BOOST implants are around $6,700, using reinforced cohesive silicone for better shape retention.
  • Mentor Extra Smooth options cost around $5,900, while 3rd-generation Mentor Smooth implants are around $5,200.
  • A breast lift (mastopexy) can be added to the surgery for approximately $2,700.

Personalized Surgical Methods

Surgeons at Umnagumo customize each procedure by offering three different incision sites. Patients can choose from trans-axillary, peri-areolar, or inframammary approaches. Placement of the implant is also flexible. Options include subfascial, subglandular, or subpectoral dual-plane placement. The clinic uses brands like Motiva, Mentor, and Sebbin, providing authenticity certificates for every implant used.

Recovery and Aftercare

Breast augmentation here is performed as a day surgery, meaning no overnight hospital stay is required. Patients should plan to stay in Seoul for 7 to 10 days for initial follow-ups. Most people return to daily activities within 3 days. Light exercise is usually possible after 10 days, while full recovery takes about 3 to 6 months. The clinic provides a 90-day post-operative guide and offers scar management, including free scar revision if it becomes necessary. Video follow-up appointments continue at intervals for up to one year to monitor your progress.

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2003 Year of foundation
7 doctors

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Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
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Before and after breast augmentation results – enhanced breast size and contour improvement

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Before breast augmentation at clinic – natural chest appearance prior to procedure

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Umnagumo Plastic Surgery: more details about the clinic

Republic of Korea, Seoul
Umnagumo Plastic Surgery is a single-specialty breast surgery center in Seoul's Gangnam-gu district. Established in 2003, it operates as the Korean branch of the Tokyo Nagumo Clinic network. The clinic brings over 20 years of experience in aesthetic and reconstructive breast procedures.

Experience and Medical Affiliations

The clinic has performed nearly 12,750 breast surgeries since opening. It maintains a direct medical connection with the Tokyo Nagumo Clinic, founded in 1988. The Tokyo director visits the Seoul branch regularly to join clinical protocols and consultations.

The medical team includes seven board-certified plastic surgeons. Lead specialists include:

  • Dr. Soonchan Eom, who holds a Ph.D. from Kyoto University.
  • Dr. Junghyun Nam, trained at Soonchunhyang University Hospital.

The clinic is an ASPS-recognized facility. The surgical team follows safety protocols from university hospitals, including specific anesthesiology and emergency response systems.

Specialized Breast Procedures

As a single-specialty center, the clinic focuses entirely on breast health and aesthetics. Surgeons perform primary augmentations, complex revisions, and post-mastectomy reconstructions. Revision cases address capsular contracture, implant rupture, and asymmetry.

Patients can choose trans-axillary, peri-areolar, or inframammary incision approaches. This allows personalized planning based on skin elasticity and body type. The clinic uses only FDA-approved implants and provides authenticity certificates for every procedure.

Surgeons also perform specialized minor breast surgeries:

  • Inverted nipple correction – 30-minute surgery with duct-preserving options for future breastfeeding.
  • Nipple reduction – uses 2 mm incisions to minimize visible scarring.
  • Gynecomastia surgery – addresses male breast enlargement through specialized excision.
  • Breast lift – improves sagging with approximately 90 minutes of surgical time.

The clinic also offers Mammotome excision. This ultrasound-guided technique removes benign breast masses through a minimal incision under local anesthesia.

Diagnostic Technologies

The facility includes diagnostic screening in the surgical care plan. This ensures implant placement won't interfere with future breast health monitoring. Three primary diagnostic tools are available:

  • High-resolution breast ultrasound for real-time lesion confirmation.
  • Digital mammography for routine tissue screening.
  • Breast MRI for detailed evaluation of implant integrity and tissue health.

These tools are used during initial consultations and long-term annual follow-ups. Preoperative planning includes tactile considerations and body-tailored comparison of implant models.

Implant Systems and Safety

Umnagumo uses globally recognized implant brands known for safety and warranty support. Specialists compare tactile feel and projection levels during planning. Available systems include:

  • Motiva Ergonomix and Ergonomix2
  • Mentor MemoryGel BOOST
  • Sebbin implant variants

Every operating room contains an emergency response kit with an AED and a dantrolene kit for malignant hyperthermia. Anesthesia specialists participate in all major surgeries to monitor patient vitals.

Services for International Patients

The clinic provides a structured aftercare system translated for international residents. Consultations are available in English and Japanese. During initial recovery in Seoul, patients receive in-person checks to monitor healing and drain management.

Once patients return home, the clinic conducts video follow-ups in English. These digital consultations occur at 1, 3, 6, and 12 months. Specialists provide a 90-day post-operative guide covering diet, medication, and scar care. Online support is available through WhatsApp and LINE.

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Patient reviews

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twelve rose

Jun 15, 2026
I came because I heard this is the only place with a renowned specialist for breast augmentation. The head doctor's charisma is no joke, haha. They zeroed in on the key points and honestly explained the pros and cons, which I appreciated. I've made a reservation to have it done the next time I return, and I'm boarding the plane now.

이준김

Jun 1, 2026
The director is, of course, very skilled, and honestly, I was really impressed by the nurses. They held my hand when I was trembling before surgery, kept checking on me in the recovery room, and remembered my name every time I went. It made me realize, “So this is what it means for a hospital to have a good atmosphere.”

신윤정

May 28, 2026
Dr. Nam Jeong-hyeon at Eomnagumo was so kind ㅠ After the consultation, I felt confident in him, so I scheduled the surgery date right away!^^

Feb 24, 2026
I went for a consultation and they were very attentive. If I had any questions, the staff would always be there to help, which was very reassuring. The hospital's cases are excellent and the clinic has a proven track record, so I feel comfortable leaving my surgery to them.

HD MiHak HD

Oct 13, 2025
UMNAGUMO Clinic is different from trend-focused hospitals. Their work has a refined, classic aesthetic — elegant, not overdone. I’m so happy with my new, natural-looking result!

SB Tower 6F, 318 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06027, Korea

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