Know exactly what you're getting
A plain-English guide to the most popular Korean medical-beauty procedures — what each one is, how it's done, recovery, a realistic price range, and the honest things to know before you decide.
Surgical procedures
Rhinoplasty (Nose)
$2,500–8,000Reshapes the bridge, tip or nostrils for better facial balance. Korea is known for tip-refinement and augmentation using implants or your own cartilage.
- Revision rhinoplasty is harder & pricier ($3,000–8,500).
- Implants carry small long-term risks; own cartilage avoids this.
Double Eyelid Surgery
$1,000–4,500Creates or defines an upper-eyelid crease for larger, more open eyes — the most common cosmetic procedure in Korea.
- Non-incisional heals faster but can loosen over years; incisional is permanent.
- Asymmetry is the most common reason for revision.
Ptosis Correction
$1,100–5,800Tightens the muscle that lifts a droopy upper eyelid making eyes look sleepy or uneven. Often combined with double-eyelid surgery.
- Under/over-correction is the main risk; symmetry is demanding.
- Combined with double-eyelid often $3,700–6,600 in one sitting.
V-Line / Facial Contouring
$5,500–14,000Bone surgery that narrows a wide or square lower face into a slimmer "V" by reducing the jaw angle and chin; can add cheekbone reduction.
- True bone surgery — the most serious risk profile here (nerve, bleeding, infection).
- Transient lip/chin numbness is the norm; permanent damage uncommon with experts.
Deep Plane Facelift
$8,000–18,000Advanced facelift that repositions the deep muscle-fascia (SMAS) layer — not just skin — for longer-lasting, natural results on jowls and neck.
- Most invasive anti-aging option; surgeon experience matters greatly.
- Lasts ~10–15 years but doesn't stop natural aging.
Facial Fat Grafting
$2,000–6,000Uses your own fat (harvested by liposuction) to restore volume to cheeks, temples and under-eyes for a softer, younger look.
- Very natural (your own tissue) but retention is less predictable than fillers.
- Surgeons often over-fill; a second session is sometimes needed.
Non-surgical skin & lifting
Ulthera (HIFU) Lifting
$760–3,150Non-surgical ultrasound that lifts and firms sagging skin by stimulating collagen — no incisions, essentially no downtime.
- Priced by shot/line count — always confirm the number, not a flat "full face".
- Builds over 2–3 months, lasts ~1–1.5 years; tightens but isn't a facelift.
Thermage FLX
$600–2,300Radiofrequency treatment that heats deeper skin to tighten and smooth — great for overall firmness and the jawline. Complements HIFU.
- Compare on shot count & whether neck is included, not headline price.
- Results over 2–4 months, last ~1–2 years.
Laser Toning
$100–370 /sessionGentle laser that breaks up excess pigment to fade melasma, freckles and dullness and brighten overall tone.
- Melasma usually needs a course of 5–10 sessions — budget for the full plan.
- Wrong settings can worsen pigment; an experienced clinic matters.
Skin Boosters / Rejuran
$110–460 /sessionInjectable "skin-quality" treatments that improve hydration, elasticity and texture from within (Rejuran uses salmon-DNA polynucleotides).
- A course of 3–4 sessions is standard for lasting results.
- Specialized formulas (under-eye, scars) cost more than standard.
Smile & hair restoration
Dental Implants
$1,000–2,800 /toothA titanium screw placed in the jawbone acts as an artificial root, topped with a custom crown — a permanent replacement for a missing tooth.
- Price depends on brand — Korean Osstem (budget) vs Swiss Straumann (~50% more).
- Bone grafts/sinus lifts add cost; confirm what's included.
Dental Veneers
$400–1,200 /toothThin porcelain shells bonded to the front of teeth to fix color, chips, gaps and shape for a uniformly bright smile.
- A full smile of 8–16 veneers commonly totals $8,000–12,000.
- Irreversible (enamel removed); typically replaced after 10–15 years.
FUE Hair Transplant
$3,000–13,000Moves healthy follicles from the back of the scalp to thinning areas. FUE harvests follicles individually, leaving no linear scar.
- Cost scales with graft count (~$1.20–4.50/graft); a 4,000-graft case ~$6,000–6,800.
- Results depend on donor density and realistic coverage expectations.
Prices you can actually plan around
Every range here is indicative for planning. Your exact, itemized quote — with our No Hidden Fees guarantee — is confirmed after a free consultation.
All figures are indicative USD ranges and vary by clinic, doctor, technique and your individual case. This guide is general information, not medical advice.
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