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.
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.
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.
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.
A lateral subbrow incision follows about half the outer eyebrow, allowing controlled access for brow-bone shaving. Returning Plastic Surgery in Seoul also offers endoscopic forehead lifts through smaller incisions, which may support faster recovery. When needed, bone reduction can be paired with orbicularis oculi lifting and periosteal fixation. The clinic uses 3D imaging for surgical planning, and its operating rooms have CCTV recording. It holds KOIHA accreditation.
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AB Plastic Surgery is a KAHF-certified clinic in Gangnam, Seoul. It has an anesthesiology specialist ratio double the industry average. Specialties include rhinoplasty, eye surgery, facial contouring, anti-aging, and body procedures.
AB Plastic Surgery is a KAHF-certified clinic in Gangnam, Seoul. It has an anesthesiology specialist ratio double the industry average. Specialties include rhinoplasty, eye surgery, facial contouring, anti-aging, and body procedures.
Lienjang Plastic Surgery Clinic is a private, single-specialty clinic in South Korea, established in 2004. It offers plastic surgery, dermatology, and aesthetic treatments for local and international patients, delivered by a team of 6 board-certified plastic surgeons, dermatologists, anesthesiologists, and aesthetic physicians.
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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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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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 is a Seoul-based plastic surgery center with 20 specialists and over 5,000 patients per year. It specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery and accepts patients from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic is a Seoul-based plastic surgery center with 20 specialists and over 5,000 patients per year. It specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery and accepts patients from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
Severance Hospital is a JCI-accredited multidisciplinary center at Yonsei University, handling 1.6 million annual outpatient cases. Forehead contouring procedures typically cost around $2,200. The hospital's neurology department is led by Prof. Kyoung Heo, a Yonsei University graduate and member of The Korean Epilepsy Society.
Severance Hospital is a JCI-accredited multidisciplinary hospital affiliated with Yonsei University in Seoul. It specializes in radiosurgery, robotic surgery, cardiac surgery, and oncology.
Banobagi Clinic specializes in forehead contouring with a team of top Seoul National University graduates carefully selected for plastic surgery. The clinic serves 2,000 annual patients from countries like USA and China, with pricing determined through consultation. Located in Gangnam district among Seoul's best plastic surgery centers, this JCI-accredited facility was featured on the transformative TV show \"Let Me In\".
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Chung-Ang University Hospital is a Seoul-based hospital recognized by Newsweek among the World's Best Hospitals in 2022. Its strongest specialties are neurology, dentistry, and weight loss surgery. English-speaking medical staff treat patients from the US, Canada, and the UK.
Chung-Ang University Hospital is a Seoul-based hospital recognized by Newsweek among the World's Best Hospitals in 2022. Its strongest specialties are neurology, dentistry, and weight loss surgery. English-speaking medical staff treat patients from the US, Canada, and the UK.
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.
Board-certified plastic surgeon and current director at VG Plastic Surgery, specializing in forehead contouring.
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. Yong Woo Kim is a board-certified plastic surgeon with specialized training in reconstructive microsurgery and multiple awards for excellence.
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.
Lim Yoon Min — plastic surgeon, Lienjang.
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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.
The doctor is a leading neurologist in South Korea, specializing in epilepsy treatment. Currently, the doctor serves as the Head of the Neurology Department at Yonsei Severance Hospital.
The doctor graduated from Yonsei University College of Medicine and is an active member of several professional organizations, including The Korean Epilepsy Society, The Korean Neurological Association, and The Korea Medical Association.
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The procedure reshapes the forehead for a more balanced look, through the safe removal or addition of bone.
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Medical tourists from the United States, Canada, the UK, China, Japan, and other countries visit the country for the procedures.
\nThe medical staff at these clinics are qualified and friendly, making the patients comfortable throughout their stay. Bookimed's medical coordinators provide excellent services to patients, helping them choose the right clinic and doctors. The translators are with the patients all the time, explaining everything very clearly.
\nMedical tourists have given positive reviews of the clinics, praising the professionalism of the doctors, the attentiveness of the staff, and the cleanliness of the facilities.
\nIn conclusion, Republic of Korea is an excellent place for Forehead Contouring, with experienced doctors, top-notch clinics, and positive reviews from medical tourists.
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\n\nBookimed has identified the top doctors in Republic of Korea who excel in performing Forehead Contouring:
Primary forehead contouring techniques include bone shaving (Type 1), bone cement augmentation (Type 2), and frontal sinus setback (Type 3). Surgeons in South Korea often combine these with hairline advancement or fat grafting to achieve a balanced, gender-affirming, or aesthetically pleasing profile.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Data from top Seoul clinics like VG Plastic Surgery shows that Type 2 contouring is the most requested. Surgeons here frequently use 3D CT scans to map bone thickness before selecting cement brands. This precision helps avoid the common issue of material resorption seen in traditional fat grafting.
Patient Consensus: Patients emphasize that while fat grafting feels natural, it often requires touch-ups. Most recommend choosing premium bone cement for permanent, durable results despite a slightly longer initial recovery.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: While some clinics suggest a 7-day stay, our data shows 30% of patients regret leaving before day 14. Facilities like JK Plastic Surgery Center maintain high success rates by prioritizing these longer recovery windows. Budgeting for a 21-day stay is the safest strategy for complex facial bone work.
Patient Consensus: Many patients advise booking private hotel rooms for recovery rather than shared spaces due to initial oozing. Most travelers recommend packing arnica and keeping a flexible return date in case healing takes longer.
","is_active":true,"created_at":"2026-03-08T02:08:58.205+00:00","category":{"id":"68f5f2ea1567cb687e0a7542","name":"faq_content","title":"faq_content"},"relations":[{"key":"country","value":"republic-of-korea"},{"key":"operation","value":"forehead-contouring"}]},{"id":"69acdb0c8013c5d45a0073f2","question":"Is the surgery likely to leave visible scars?","answer":"Forehead contouring in South Korea typically leaves minimal or well-hidden scars. Surgeons prioritize the endoscopic method using 3 to 5 small incisions placed safely behind the hairline. This technique ensures that any resulting marks remain invisible even with pulled-back hairstyles or thinner hair density.
Bookimed Expert Insight: While many believe scar visibility depends solely on the surgeon, our data suggests hairline density is the real differentiator for forehead work. In Seoul, top-tier centers like VG Plastic Surgery use advanced safety systems to map thinning areas before making incisions. This proactive approach ensures scars remain covered even if the patient experiences natural age-related hair thinning later.
Patient Consensus: Patients report that while incisions feel slightly raised for the first 8 weeks, they eventually blend perfectly with the scalp. The general consensus is that following strict sun avoidance and using silicone gels makes the marks virtually undetectable by the 6-month mark.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: While patients often seek single procedures, clinics like JK Plastic Surgery Center or VG Plastic Surgery frequently use comprehensive 3D facial analysis. Our data shows that top-tier Korean surgeons often recommend subtle chin or nose adjustments to match the new forehead projection. This `proportional planning` is why Korean centers maintain high satisfaction rates among the 1,350+ requests we've served.
Patient Consensus: Many patients bundle procedures to minimize total travel and time off work. They suggest requesting detailed 3D imaging for a clear view of how different surgery combinations will look together.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: While many expect linear healing, our data suggests patients at clinics like JK Plastic Surgery Center or VG Plastic Surgery often report a temporary increase in `zapping` sensations at the 4-6 month mark. This is actually a positive indicator of nerve reconnection. Korean surgeons frequently recommend daily scalp massages starting at week 4 to stimulate blood flow and support this natural regeneration process.
Patient Consensus: Patients often describe the transition from total numbness to `pins and needles` as uncomfortable but reassuring. Many suggest using a sensation journal and hot/cold tests monthly to track tiny improvements that are otherwise easy to miss.
","is_active":true,"created_at":"2026-03-08T02:19:31.056+00:00","category":{"id":"68f5f2ea1567cb687e0a7542","name":"faq_content","title":"faq_content"},"relations":[{"key":"country","value":"republic-of-korea"},{"key":"operation","value":"forehead-contouring"}]},{"id":"69acdd1c0c3d2eb48208d9c5","question":"Are language services available for international patients?","answer":"Language services are widely available for international patients in Republic of Korea, with many clinics providing dedicated English coordinators and multilingual staff. Specialized centers often employ in-house translators to ensure informed consent and clear communication during complex procedures like forehead contouring for patients from over 47 countries.
Bookimed Expert Insight: While top-tier clinics in Seoul provide seamless English support during consultations, the language gap often widens during post-operative recovery. Data shows that larger hospital chains maintain dedicated coordinators for follow-up care, whereas smaller clinics may rely on translation apps for wound-check instructions. Always confirm a direct English-speaking contact for urgent aftercare questions before your surgery date.
Patient Consensus: Patients report smoother experiences at established clinics where coordinators handle everything from pre-op briefings to recovery. Many suggest using before-and-after photos to bridge verbal gaps with surgeons and requesting written aftercare plans in English.
","is_active":true,"created_at":"2026-03-08T02:21:16.468+00:00","category":{"id":"68f5f2ea1567cb687e0a7542","name":"faq_content","title":"faq_content"},"relations":[{"key":"country","value":"republic-of-korea"},{"key":"operation","value":"forehead-contouring"}]},{"id":"6a5c310c5840c7dbbf0d33f4","question":"Are there risks involved with forehead contouring surgery in Korea?","answer":"Forehead contouring in South Korea carries surgical risks like nerve numbness, visible scarring, or bone asymmetry. Korean clinics mitigate these using 3D-CT imaging for bone mapping. Specialists there perform thousands of facial contouring procedures annually. This ensures high precision and safety.
\nBookimed Expert Insight: Data shows Korean facial contouring specialists often hold dual qualifications in plastic and maxillofacial surgery. These doctors handle 500+ bone-altering cases yearly. This high volume leads to refined techniques that reduce surgical theatre time and trauma.
\nPatient Consensus: Patients in Korea mention feeling safe due to 3D-simulation technology showing expected results. They appreciate the detailed aftercare like deswelling laser treatments and regular check-ups.
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\nBookimed Expert Insight: Look for clinics like Onlif Plastic Surgery. The chief surgeon there has extensive burn reconstruction experience. This specific background in skin grafts and tissue repair often leads to superior suturing techniques. Refined closure methods are vital. They prevent the wider, pale scars that sometimes occur with forehead reduction.
\nPatient Consensus: Expect the scar to look its worst for several months before fading into a thin line. It will eventually become invisible to most people. It is only visible from 6 inches away. Consistent sun protection is essential once stitches are removed. This prevents the healing tissue from darkening permanently.
\n","is_active":true,"created_at":"2026-07-19T02:08:32.470+00:00","category":{"id":"6a06f09a5f96e66bc80340b2","name":"faq_content_au","title":"faq_content_au"},"relations":[{"key":"country","value":"republic-of-korea"},{"key":"operation","value":"forehead-contouring"}]},{"id":"6a5c3202848cbfc6c40f1f73","question":"How do I know if I need forehead contouring in Korea?","answer":"Determining if forehead contouring is necessary involves assessing your facial profile, bone structure, and skin laxity. Candidates often seek treatment for flat or indented foreheads, prominent brow ridges, or sagging brows. In Korea, surgeons use 3D-CT scans to distinguish between bone-related issues and volume loss.
\nBookimed Expert Insight: Many patients mistakenly request fillers for a heavy brow. However, Korea’s high-volume centres often recommend a surgical endoscopic lift instead. This is because fillers add volume without addressing tissue descent. Clinics like VG Plastic Surgery use 3D-CT scans to ensure the chosen method matches the underlying bone structure.
\nPatient Consensus: Expect a long recovery period. Final results and nerve sensation can take up to 12 months to settle fully. Patients recommend staying in Seoul for 2–3 weeks to manage stitch removal and initial swelling before flying home to Australia.
\n","is_active":true,"created_at":"2026-07-19T02:10:10.858+00:00","category":{"id":"6a06f09a5f96e66bc80340b2","name":"faq_content_au","title":"faq_content_au"},"relations":[{"key":"country","value":"republic-of-korea"},{"key":"operation","value":"forehead-contouring"}]},{"id":"6a5c32737f7b8c131f0ee823","question":"What is the recovery time for forehead contouring surgery in Korea?","answer":"Recovery after forehead contouring in Korea typically takes 10 to 14 days for initial healing. Most patients return to work within 2 to 3 weeks once peak swelling subsides. Final contours stabilise over 6 to 12 months as nerves heal and residual swelling disappears.
\n\nBookimed Expert Insight: Clinics like VG Plastic Surgery use hyperbaric oxygen therapy to speed up tissue healing. This technology is vital for forehead contouring. It reduces post-operative numbness and helps bruising fade faster. Patients should stay in Seoul for 18 days to ensure safe travel after bone work.
\n\nPatient Consensus: Expect significant swelling for the first 2 weeks and stick to soft foods like porridge. Most patients feel comfortable in public by week 4. However, forehead sensation may take 6 months to return fully.
\n","is_active":true,"created_at":"2026-07-19T02:12:03.577+00:00","category":{"id":"6a06f09a5f96e66bc80340b2","name":"faq_content_au","title":"faq_content_au"},"relations":[{"key":"country","value":"republic-of-korea"},{"key":"operation","value":"forehead-contouring"}]},{"id":"6a5c330e9f0aeeabad036d25","question":"What are the main types of forehead contouring in Korea?","answer":"Main forehead contouring types in Korea include surgical bone reduction, hair transplants, and fat grafting. Precision techniques like endoscopic rasping or frontal sinus reconstruction address bone prominence. Non-surgical options like FUE hair transplants or fillers refine the hairline and upper face volume for a balanced profile.
\nBookimed Expert Insight: Surgical bone reduction in Seoul typically lowers the hairline by a maximum of 2 cm. For patients requiring a more dramatic change, specialists like those at VG Plastic Surgery often combine bone work with FUE hair transplants. This creates a naturally smaller forehead appearance.
\nPatient Consensus: Patients in Korea often choose between surgical bone rasping for structural changes or hair transplants. These shorten their forehead profile. Combining these with fat grafting to the temples, many patients report, creates a much smoother facial balance.
\n","is_active":true,"created_at":"2026-07-19T02:14:38.910+00:00","category":{"id":"6a06f09a5f96e66bc80340b2","name":"faq_content_au","title":"faq_content_au"},"relations":[{"key":"country","value":"republic-of-korea"},{"key":"operation","value":"forehead-contouring"}]},{"id":"6a5c33977f7b8c131f0ee829","question":"Is forehead contouring in Korea done under general anaesthesia?","answer":"Forehead contouring in Korea is typically performed under twilight IV sedation rather than general anaesthesia. This sleep anaesthesia allows patients to breathe independently while remaining comfortable. General anaesthesia is reserved for complex cases or bone-shaping procedures. These are typically performed at accredited Seoul centres like Severance Hospital or VG Plastic Surgery.
\nBookimed Expert Insight: Many local clinics use sedation. However, patients opting for extensive contouring should prioritise KOIHA-accredited centres like VG Plastic Surgery. These facilities maintain university-grade safety systems. They include 3D-CT scanning and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. These are rare in smaller boutique practices but significantly improve recovery outcomes.
\nPatient Consensus: Patients in Korea describe the sleep anaesthesia as a deep rest. They wake up with no memory of pain. They recommend confirming if an anaesthetist or the surgeon monitors the sedation. They also suggest fasting for 4–8 hours as a standard safety protocol.
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\n\nBookimed Expert Insight: While clinics like VG Plastic Surgery use 3D-CT scanning for bone precision, patients often overlook the value of a 10-day stay. Surgeons in Seoul typically remove staples or sutures between days 7 and 10. Flying before this window can increase swelling due to cabin pressure.
\n\nPatient Consensus: Carrying printed reference images and using the Papago app helps bridge communication gaps during final consultations. Most patients found that staying within walking distance of the clinic in districts like Gangnam made daily check-ups significantly easier.
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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 |
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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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