VG Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea offers open rhinoplasty starting from 7,000,000 KRW (approximately $5,000 USD). The procedure is performed by Dr. Park Sangwook, a board-certified plastic surgeon with 9 years of experience and over 900 rhinoplasty procedures completed. The clinic holds accreditation from the Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation and maintains a 4.8 rating based on patient reviews.
Dr. Park customizes each rhinoplasty to the patient's facial structure and goals. The standard procedure includes hump shaving to reduce a dorsal bump, tip plasty to refine the nasal tip, and lateral osteotomy to narrow the bridge. He uses septal and ear cartilage for structural support and shaping. Patients requiring more extensive work can upgrade to rib cartilage for an additional 2,200,000 KRW, or choose donated rib cartilage at the base price.
The clinic performs over 1,000 rhinoplasty cases each year. Dr. Park holds memberships in the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons and the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He previously served as Director at DA Plastic Surgery before establishing VG Plastic Surgery.
What the Package Includes
The quoted price covers the complete surgical experience and aftercare support:
- Open rhinoplasty surgery with general anesthesia
- Unlimited deswelling laser sessions throughout recovery
- Deswelling IV injections to reduce post-operative swelling
- Stitch removal at two weeks
- Follow-up consultations with Dr. Park
Patients need to budget separately for flights, accommodation, and medical supplies. Medications typically cost around 80,000 KRW. Pre-operative tests run approximately 150,000 KRW. A CT scan determines if you have enough septal cartilage available for the procedure.
Recovery and Timeline
Plan to stay in Seoul for two weeks. This allows time for daily deswelling treatments and stitch removal. The clinic provides laser therapy and IV injections daily to manage swelling. Most patients see Dr. Park multiple times during this period to monitor healing.
VG Plastic Surgery offers a discount for patients who provide photo consent for their results. Booking in advance secures this reduced rate. The clinic's multi-technique approach addresses the bridge, tip, and overall nose shape in a single operation rather than requiring staged procedures.
