Dr. Park Young Kyu specializes in facial fat transfers with _doctor_6794_years_ of experience and 900+ procedures performed. Full face treatments typically cost around $1,786 – generally covering the procedure, consultation, and post-op care. He holds certifications from the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Society of Plastic Surgeons, balancing academic rigor with refined surgical technique.
SAERO Plastic Surgery is a Gangnam-based clinic with over 24 years of experience. It focuses exclusively on plastic surgery for adults from five continents. The clinic is led by a single specialist overseeing every procedure.
Dr. Choi Min Hyub has performed 900+ facial fat transfers over _doctor_10006_years_, specializing in philtrum reduction and concavity correction. The procedure may cost around 2,800,000 KRW – typically covering fat grafting to 2-3 areas, touch-up session, stitch removal, and deswelling IV shots. VG Plastic Surgery is KOIHA-accredited with state-of-the-art facilities and serves patients from 47 countries.
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.
Dr. Yong Woo Kim has performed 1,000+ facial fat transfer procedures in 11 years as a board-certified plastic surgeon – having scored top in the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons exam. The clinic offers autologous fat grafting for about 1,500,000 KRW, typically covering sedation anesthesia, 2-week intensive aftercare with laser therapy, recovery injections, English interpretation, and airport transfers. The specialist focuses exclusively on natural volume restoration using the patient’s own fat.
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Dr. Jung Young Choon has performed 900+ facial fat transfer procedures with _doctor_9968_years_ of specialized experience in natural anti-aging techniques. The procedure may cost around $1,655–2,850, typically covering the fat transfer, micro fat grafts under eyes if needed, and a personalized treatment plan. The clinic is accredited by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and offers Epiticon® thread lifting as a complementary option. Dr. Jung focuses on strategic fat grafting for balanced facial volume restoration.
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. Kim Sung Sik has performed over 1,000 facial procedures, specializing in natural fat transfer techniques. Full-face fat grafting at JK Plastic Surgery Center typically costs $4,500–6,000, covering consultation, surgery, anesthesia, lab tests, and post-op care with interpreter support. The KAHF-accredited clinic maintains a 20-year zero-accident safety record. Dr. Kim's precise micro-injection method targets forehead, temples, and lips for balanced restoration using the patient's own fat.
JK Plastic Surgery Center is a Seoul-based clinic focused on cosmetic surgery and anti-aging with stem cells. It treats over 6,000 medical tourists each year and has performed 85,000+ plastic procedures in its 20-year history.
AB Plastic Surgery holds KAHF certification from the Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare, reflecting high safety standards in Gangnam. Full-face fat grafting typically costs around $1,700 at the clinic. This often includes international support like interpreters and airport transfers to help with the journey. Surgeons use PRP-enriched techniques to improve fat survival in areas like the cheeks and forehead. Safety is a priority, with anesthesiology specialists making up over 45% of the medical team to monitor every procedure.
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Lienjang Plastic Surgery uses Lipokit technology to remove nearly 99% of free oil during fat processing. This method helps achieve a high engraftment rate of up to 80%. The clinic follows a 5D approach to restore volume across five facial layers. Fat is typically harvested from the thighs or abdomen where cell survival is highest. The team focuses on precise, tailored transfers to maintain natural results and help prevent calcification. A second session is available two months after the first treatment.
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The clinic treats around 250,000 patients a year. Through its International Center, it provides multilingual support and treatment coordination for international patients, from consultation through recovery.
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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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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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Onlif Plastic Surgery Korea is Gangnam’s leading lift specialty clinic. It focuses on facial and body lifting and anti-aging treatments. The clinic is a certified excellent healthcare provider and a Liftera Key Opinion Leader.
Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic in Seoul offers facial fat transfer starting around 2,500,000 KRW, typically covering the procedure, anesthesia, and consultation. The clinic specializes in autologous fat grafting using pure fat separation technique for natural results. Patients stay in Korea for about one week post-op for recovery monitoring. The clinic maintains a 95% client recommendation rate based on patient reviews.
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Dr. Park specializes in facial fat transfer, combining precision with academic excellence at SAERO Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Park Young Kyu is a plastic surgeon at SAERO Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He graduated summa cum laude from Hallym University. Dr. Park earned the Top Medical Resident award from the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons. He currently serves as an adjunct professor at Gangnam Sacred Heart Hospital.
SAERO Plastic Surgery is a Gangnam-based clinic with over 24 years of experience. It focuses exclusively on plastic surgery for adults from five continents. The clinic is led by a single specialist overseeing every procedure.
Dr. Im Young Min brings extensive expertise in facial fat transfer as a board-certified plastic surgeon and CEO of VG Plastic Surgery in Seoul.
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.
Dr. Park Sangwook is a board-certified plastic surgeon and the Director of VG Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He completed his residency at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital. He specializes in rhinoplasty and facial contouring. The doctor previously served as a Director at DA Plastic Surgery Clinic.
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.
Dr. Yang Jong Phil is a board-certified plastic surgeon at VG Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He specializes in facial bone contouring, rhinoplasty, and blepharoplasty. He completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Chicago Medical Center. Dr. Yang is an active member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).
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.
Board-certified plastic surgeon with multiple awards for excellence in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Kim specializes in facial fat transfer at Returning Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Yong Woo Kim achieved the top score in the South Korean resident board exam. He is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Returning Plastic Surgery in Seoul. Dr. Kim has performed over 1,000 procedures. He specializes in deep plane facelifts, rhinoplasty, and eyelid correction.
Returning Plastic Surgery is a Seoul-based cosmetic clinic accredited by KOIHA and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The single-surgeon practice handles 2,000 patients a year in rhinoplasty, facelifts, eyelid surgery, and body contouring. It also offers reconstructive surgery and anti-aging treatments.
Dr. Jung Young Choon is a leading specialist in facial fat transfer, with decades of experience creating natural-looking results at HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea.
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. Kim Joo Bong is a plastic surgeon at HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea. He specializes in intricate eye rejuvenation and revision eyelid surgery. Dr. Kim trained at Yonsei University and Severance Hospital. He creates natural results by combining functional and cosmetic improvements. His clinic reports a 94.3% success rate for blepharoplasty procedures.
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. Yoon Hyun Jun is a board-certified plastic surgeon at HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea. He specializes in anti-aging surgery for the face and eyes. Dr. Yoon focuses on natural-looking and long-lasting results. He graduated from the Yonsei University College of Medicine.
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. Kwon Soon-hong is a plastic surgeon at JK Plastic Surgery Center in Seoul. He specializes in body contouring, breast surgery, and fat grafting. Dr. Kwon completed his residency at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital. He holds a postgraduate degree in plastic surgery from Catholic University Medical School.
JK Plastic Surgery Center is a Seoul-based clinic focused on cosmetic surgery and anti-aging with stem cells. It treats over 6,000 medical tourists each year and has performed 85,000+ plastic procedures in its 20-year history.
Choi Sang Rok — plastic surgeon, Lienjang.
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Dr. Jae Un Lee is a plastic surgeon at Onlif Plastic Surgery Korea in Seoul. He specialized in facial rejuvenation, reconstructive surgery, and burn scar treatment. He holds a medical degree and completed his residency at Konkuk University. Dr. Lee performs procedures at a KOIHA-accredited facility in the Gangnam district.
Onlif Plastic Surgery Korea is Gangnam’s leading lift specialty clinic. It focuses on facial and body lifting and anti-aging treatments. The clinic is a certified excellent healthcare provider and a Liftera Key Opinion Leader.
Dr. Kim Sung Sik is a plastic surgeon at the JK Plastic Surgery Center in Seoul. He specializes in facial contouring, anti-aging, and rhinoplasty. Dr. Kim completed his residency and internship at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital. He holds a postgraduate degree in plastic surgery from the Catholic University Medical School.
JK Plastic Surgery Center is a Seoul-based clinic focused on cosmetic surgery and anti-aging with stem cells. It treats over 6,000 medical tourists each year and has performed 85,000+ plastic procedures in its 20-year history.
Dr. Choi Min Hyub is a facial plastic surgeon specializing in philtrum reduction and concavity correction. He is a certified teaching specialist for the Korean Hospital Association. Dr. Choi holds full membership in the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.
Bookimed is a pediatric medical center in Turkey that treats 20,000 children each year. Its core specialties are neurosurgery, orthopedics, and cardiology.
Dr. Park Young Kyu specializes in facial fat transfers with _doctor_6794_years_ of experience and 900+ procedures performed. Full face treatments typically cost around $1,786 – generally covering the procedure, consultation, and post-op care. He holds certifications from the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Society of Plastic Surgeons, balancing academic rigor with refined surgical technique.
Dr. Park Young Kyu is a plastic surgeon at SAERO Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He graduated summa cum laude from Hallym University. Dr. Park earned the Top Medical Resident award from the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons. He currently serves as an adjunct professor at Gangnam Sacred Heart Hospital.
SAERO Plastic Surgery is a Gangnam-based clinic with over 24 years of experience. It focuses exclusively on plastic surgery for adults from five continents. The clinic is led by a single specialist overseeing every procedure.
Dr. Jung Young Choon has performed 900+ facial fat transfer procedures with _doctor_9968_years_ of specialized experience in natural anti-aging techniques. The procedure may cost around $1,655–2,850, typically covering the fat transfer, micro fat grafts under eyes if needed, and a personalized treatment plan. The clinic is accredited by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and offers Epiticon® thread lifting as a complementary option. Dr. Jung focuses on strategic fat grafting for balanced facial volume restoration.
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.
This therapy rejuvenates facial features, tightening skin, softening wrinkles, and enhancing contours.
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\nBookimed's rating has revealed the top 5 hospitals in Republic of Korea for Facial Fat Transfer:
\n\nBookimed has identified the top doctors in Republic of Korea who excel in performing Facial Fat Transfer:
Facial fat transfer in the Republic of Korea involves harvesting your own fat via liposuction, purifying it through centrifugation, and precisely reinjecting it into facial areas. This autologous process restores natural volume to the cheeks, forehead, and under-eye hollows using advanced micro-layer techniques.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Leading Seoul clinics like HERSHE Plastic Surgery often integrate patented stem cell technology into the purification phase. This specific approach aims for higher fat survival rates compared to standard grafting. Our data shows these specialized procedures maintain a 93% to 94% satisfaction rate for long-term facial rejuvenation.
Patient Consensus: Patients report that while the harvesting feels like pressure rather than pain, swelling usually peaks within 5 days. Most feel comfortable returning to work with makeup after 1 week as results begin to settle.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: Korean clinics like HERSHE Plastic Surgery use patented stem cell technology to improve fat graft survival. Data shows these specialized `stem-cell enhanced` procedures often achieve more stable long-term volume than traditional grafting. This higher retention rate can reduce the need for the second or third `top-up` surgeries common in standard fat transfers.
Patient Consensus: Many patients describe looking like a chipmunk for the first 2-4 weeks due to intense swelling. They emphasize that while asymmetrical healing is stressful, final natural results usually require waiting 6 to 12 months.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: While many global clinics suggest a 12-month wait for final results, data from 8,500+ Korean cases shows stabilization usually occurs by month 6. This faster timeline is attributed to high-density centrifugation and stem cell enrichment, which accelerate the integration of the fat into facial tissues.
Patient Consensus: Patients emphasize the importance of the internal overcorrection phase, noting that the face may look excessively full for the first 2 weeks before settling into a natural, youthful contour by the third month.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: While many clinics market this as a no-downtime procedure, our data shows a trend where premium Seoul clinics like HERSHE use patented stem cell technology to improve fat graft survival. This advanced approach often leads to more stable long-term volume, potentially reducing the 30% to 50% reabsorption rate common in standard transfers. Choosing a clinic that schedules aggressive follow-ups at weeks 2, 4, and 8 is a key indicator of high-standard post-op care in Korea.
Patient Consensus: Patients often find the donor site from liposuction more sore than the face itself for the first 3 weeks. Many report that while the puffy phase around week 3 causes temporary anxiety, the results look natural and balanced by month 2.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: While many global clinics use basic centrifuges, top Seoul facilities like HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea utilize patented growth factor technology derived from a patient's own stem cells. This shift from simple fat moving to `regenerative grafting` explains why experienced surgeons like Dr. Jung Young Choon can achieve natural volume that lasts significantly longer than traditional methods.
Patient Consensus: Patients report that while initial swelling is significant, choosing thigh fat over abdominal fat results in a smoother texture. Many emphasize that the painless aftercare and meticulous layering techniques made them look 10 years younger within 2 weeks.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: While many clinics claim high survival rates, our data shows that 50-70% fat retention is the realistic standard. To counter this, top Seoul surgeons like Jung Young Choon at HERSHE Plastic Surgery use patented stem cell technology. This approach often results in better tissue integration, potentially reducing the need for the second touch-up commonly required in traditional grafting.
Patient Consensus: Patients emphasize that while Korean clinics often market the procedure as having no downtime, most experience noticeable bruising for 2 to 4 weeks. Many suggest choosing surgeons with over 1,000 documented cases to ensure natural-looking facial symmetry.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: Data suggests that choosing a doctor with academic leadership in fat grafting results in better symmetry. For instance, Dr. Park Young Kyu at SAERO Plastic Surgery is a member of the Korean Fat Plastic Surgery Research Society. This specialized academic background translates into more predictable fat survival rates and fewer required refinements compared to general practitioners.
Patient Consensus: Patients note that Korean clinics are very attentive and often view touch-ups as part of a complete service. One patient mentioned feeling no pain and seeing younger-looking results even before their follow-up appointment. They found it easy to navigate the process because the clinics provide dedicated coordinators who assist with communication.
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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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