Dr. Jung Young Choon brings _doctor_9968_years_ of plastic surgery expertise, having performed over 900 buttock lifts. The procedure typically ranges $1,800–$6,735, often combining autologous fat grafting with Epiticon thread lifting for natural results. Package includes airport transfers, 7-day hotel stay, and follow-up care. The clinic holds ASPS membership and specializes in natural-looking body contouring with minimal downtime.
HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea is an ASPS-accredited clinic with over 30 years of experience. It specializes in anti-aging surgeries and aesthetic medicine. Patients travel from the US, Canada, Australia, and Asia for care.
Dr. Young Min Im brings _doctor_2051_years_ of experience with 1,100+ buttock lift procedures performed. A standard lift may cost around 20,000,000 KRW – typically including the procedure, 1-day hospitalization, and pre-op tests. The clinic offers a photo consent discount that can reduce combined implant replacement costs to 28,000,000 KRW. Dr. Im holds memberships with both Korean and American aesthetic plastic surgery societies and leads VG Plastic Surgery's body contouring team.
VG Plastic Surgery is a KOIHA-accredited clinic serving 1,000 patients each year from 47 countries. Specialties include eye surgery, rhinoplasty, facial contouring, facelifts, breast surgery, and body liposuction.
View Plastic Surgery Hospital is a state multi-specialty medical center located in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The team is dedicated to plastic surgery, aesthetic medicine and cosmetology, maxillofacial surgery, and stem cells.
View Plastic Surgery Hospital serves only adults. Patients from Asia, the USA, Canada, Australia, and Russian-speaking countries visit the clinic most often.
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Banobagi Clinic is the official medical center of the Asian show Let Me In in Seoul's Gangnam district. It specializes in face and body plastic surgery, stem cell rejuvenation, and hair transplants. Established in 2000, the clinic sees around 2,000 patients annually from the USA, China, Vietnam, and Thailand.
Dr. Jung Young Choon is renowned for meticulous body contouring procedures at HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea, focusing on natural-looking results.
Dr. Jung Young Choon is the founder and head surgeon of HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea. He is a specialist in anti-aging procedures and stem cell-based regenerative medicine. Dr. Jung holds board certification in plastic surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. He previously served as president of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Plastic Surgery.
HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea is an ASPS-accredited clinic with over 30 years of experience. It specializes in anti-aging surgeries and aesthetic medicine. Patients travel from the US, Canada, Australia, and Asia for care.
Dr. Im Young Min, CEO of VG Plastic Surgery, is a board-certified plastic surgeon with a Ph.D. in Plastic Surgery from The Catholic University of Korea.
Dr. Im Young Min is the board-certified chief physician at VG Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He specializes in facial and body procedures, with a focus on natural, balanced outcomes. Dr. Im has appeared on the TV show Dream Come True.
VG Plastic Surgery is a KOIHA-accredited clinic serving 1,000 patients each year from 47 countries. Specialties include eye surgery, rhinoplasty, facial contouring, facelifts, breast surgery, and body liposuction.
The operation enhances your backside\"s shape and tone by removing surplus skin and fat, aiding confidence and comfort.
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\nIn conclusion, Republic of Korea is a good place for Buttock lift, with world-class clinics, highly qualified and experienced doctors, and a significant number of medical tourists from different countries.
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\n\nBookimed has identified the top doctors in Republic of Korea who excel in performing Buttock lift:
A traditional buttock lift removes excess, sagging skin to tighten the lower body without adding volume. In contrast, a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) uses fat grafting to enhance fullness and shape. While a lift treats skin laxity, a BBL requires sufficient donor fat for contouring.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Korean clinics frequently innovate beyond these two standard options by offering gluteal soft-tissue repositioning with polydioxane threads. This minimally invasive approach at centers like HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea bridges the gap for patients with mild sagging who lack enough donor fat for a full BBL.
Patient Consensus: Patients value the permanent skin removal of a traditional lift for post-weight loss recovery. However, many express concerns over fat reabsorption in BBL, often requiring a second session for stable results.
","is_active":true,"created_at":"2026-03-01T18:27:02.381+00:00","category":{"id":"68f5f2ea1567cb687e0a7542","name":"faq_content","title":"faq_content"},"relations":[{"key":"country","value":"republic-of-korea"},{"key":"operation","value":"buttock-lift"}]},{"id":"69a4853035f6992a730c5882","question":"How long is the recovery period after a buttock lift in Korea?","answer":"Recovery after a buttock lift in South Korea typically requires 2 to 4 weeks for initial healing. Patients usually return to light activities within 14 days, while full tissue recovery and final aesthetic results generally stabilize between 3 to 6 months post-surgery.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Data from top Seoul centers like HERSHE and JK Plastic Surgery shows a trend toward minimally invasive `hip-up` techniques. These signature methods, often utilizing stem-cell regenerative programs, allow some patients to stop pain medications within just 4 days. This faster physiological recovery is a distinct advantage of South Korean body contouring technology.
Patient Consensus: Many patients suggest budgeting for a companion during the first 10 days to assist with mobility. They also recommend stocking up on specialized recovery pillows and loose clothing for the first 3 weeks.
","is_active":true,"created_at":"2026-03-01T18:28:00.511+00:00","category":{"id":"68f5f2ea1567cb687e0a7542","name":"faq_content","title":"faq_content"},"relations":[{"key":"country","value":"republic-of-korea"},{"key":"operation","value":"buttock-lift"}]},{"id":"69a4858cb89560383f017f42","question":"What post-operative restrictions must be followed after a BBL or traditional buttock lift?","answer":"Post-operative restrictions after a buttock lift in South Korea require strictly avoiding direct pressure on the surgical area for 2 to 8 weeks depending on the technique. Patients must use specialized cushions, wear medical-grade compression garments 24/7, and adhere to specific sleeping positions to ensure fat survival or incision integrity.
Bookimed Expert Insight: While traditional lifts focus on incision care, South Korean clinics like HERSHE Plastic Surgery often utilize advanced non-surgical thread techniques combined with fat grafting. Data shows these specialized `Repositioning` methods, pioneered by experts like Dr. Jung Young Choon, may require more stringent `zero-pressure` windows of 8 weeks compared to standard global guidelines to achieve their documented high success rates.
Patient Consensus: Patients emphasize that following the 8-week `no-pressure` rule is the single most important factor for long-term results. Many recommend arranging a minimum 7-day stay in Seoul to manage initial walking restrictions and to coordinate specialized airport assistance for the flight home.
","is_active":true,"created_at":"2026-03-01T18:29:32.258+00:00","category":{"id":"68f5f2ea1567cb687e0a7542","name":"faq_content","title":"faq_content"},"relations":[{"key":"country","value":"republic-of-korea"},{"key":"operation","value":"buttock-lift"}]},{"id":"69a485c535f6992a730c5883","question":"Are the results of buttock lift procedures permanent?","answer":"Buttock lift results in South Korea are long-lasting but not strictly permanent due to natural aging and gravity. Surgical skin excision provides permanent removal of sagging tissue. Fat grafting, common in Korean clinics, typically sees 60% to 80% of transferred cells survive permanently after 6 months.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Korean clinics like HERSHE Plastic Surgery often combine skin tightening with fat grafting. This dual approach addresses the common issue of volume loss by securing the skin envelope. Data shows this method maintains the lifted shape longer than fat transfer alone. Dr. Jung Young Choon at HERSHE specializes in these personalized transformations for international patients.
Patient Consensus: Most patients notice 50-70% volume retention after 2 years. They recommend avoiding heavy gym workouts early on to prevent muscle growth from displacing new fat.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: While many global clinics focus only on surgery, top-tier Seoul centers like JK Plastic Surgery Center or HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea leverage massive patient volumes to include high-end recovery extras. We see a trend where mid-range packages around $4,500 now frequently bundle premium vitamin infusions and dedicated post-op deswelling kits that would cost extra elsewhere.
Patient Consensus: Patients value the inclusion of 5–14 nights in clinic-affiliated hotels and suggest budgeting 20% extra for unbundled services like lymphatic massages. Many emphasize confirming if follow-up care for complications is covered within the first year before booking.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: While many clinics promote implants, South Korea’s elite surgeons increasingly favor fat transfer and thread lifting for gluteal contouring. Data from HERSHE and JK Plastic Surgery shows a focus on regenerative medicine and stem cell integration. This approach typically results in more natural movement and lower long-term complication rates compared to traditional silicone implants.
Patient Consensus: Patients frequently praise Korean surgeons for achieving subtle, natural-looking enhancements rather than over-corrected results. Many advise booking consultations 6 months in advance due to the high demand for top-tier body contouring specialists.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: Data from Seoul clinics like HERSHE Plastic Surgery shows this procedure is a specialized niche for patients with low body fat. While surgical lifts are common elsewhere, Korean experts like Dr. Jung Young Choon focus on gluteal soft-tissue repositioning. This approach is ideal if you lack the donor fat required for a traditional Brazilian Butt Lift.
Patient Consensus: Real insights suggest this provides subtle contouring rather than dramatic size increases. Patients note that while recovery is fast, maintenance sessions every 8 to 12 months are necessary as threads naturally dissolve.
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\n\nBookimed Expert Insight: While surgical lifts need a fortnight, Seoul clinics often specialise in minimally invasive alternatives. Dr Jung Young Choon at HERSHE Plastic Surgery uses patented thread technology. This allows patients to fly home after just 6 days. This option is popular for those wanting a lift. It offers significantly less downtime than traditional surgery.
\n\nPatient Consensus: Booking the surgery for the first or second day maximises recovery time. This gives more time before the flight home. Patients recommend bringing a companion for the first 4 days. They also suggest preparing compression garments for the return journey from South Korea.
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\n\nBookimed Expert Insight: Many Seoul clinics focus on facial work. However, body specialists like Dr Jung Young Choon at HERSHE Plastic Surgery offer unique non-surgical lifts. These packages use patented Epiticon threads and fillers for immediate results. They avoid the longer downtime of traditional surgery.
\n\nPatient Consensus: Patients recommend confirming specific inclusions like compression garments and follow-up medical imaging. In the Republic of Korea, focusing on clinics with board-certified body contouring specialists is crucial. It ensures better results than general aesthetic centres.
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\nBookimed Expert Insight: While surgical lifts are common, Seoul is a global leader in non-surgical gluteal repositioning. Packages for thread-based lifts at clinics like HERSHE include vitamin infusions and post-operative care. This approach offers a significant alternative. It suits patients seeking volume without the downtime of traditional surgery.
\nPatient Consensus: Visitors suggest visiting Gangnam for multiple in-person consultations to find the right surgeon. Most value seeing real before-and-after photos of similar body types. They review these before committing to surgery in Korea.
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According to Mark Britnell, hospitals dominate the health system. 94% of hospitals are privately owned.
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Tumor removal, laceration repair, maxillofacial surgery, scar revision, hand surgery are the most common operations in the context of reconstructive surgery.
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Currency | South Korean Won (you also can pay for services in dollars) |
Best period for the trip | April, May & June or September, October & November. |
Language | Korean (most of medical staff speaks English fluently) |
Visa | none required for stays under 90 days or less |
Time difference with Europe | 9 hours |
Time difference with the USA | 9 hours |
Capital | Seoul |
Medical tourism center | Seoul |
Popular resorts | Gangwon-do, Gyeongju, Boseong, Jeju |
In South Korea, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.
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