Question 1

How is the surgery schedule arranged?

Accepted Answer

For overseas patients, the surgery is usually scheduled in one of the following two ways.

✅Option 1: Departure on D+1

D-4
If you wish to use a large implant size (high 400cc range), the implant size must be finalized by this day.

D-1 (Day before surgery)
• 10:30 AM – Pre-operative tests
• If you prefer mid-400cc or smaller, the implant size can be finalized on this day.

D-day (Surgery day)
• 10:00 AM – Arrival at the clinic
• Explanation of possible side effects & surgery preparation
• Surgery starts after 1:00 PM
• Discharge around 4:00 PM or later

D+1
• Post-operative check-up
• Departure

D+7 ~ D+10
• Follow-up visit (stitch removal & surgical glue application)

✅ Option 2: Departure on D+3

D-4
If you wish to use a large implant size (high 400cc range), the implant size must be finalized by this day.

D-1 (Day before surgery)
• 10:30 AM – Pre-operative tests
• If you prefer mid-400cc or smaller, the implant size can be finalized on this day.

D-day (Surgery day)
• 10:00 AM – Arrival at the clinic
• Explanation of possible side effects & surgery preparation
• Surgery starts after 1:00 PM
• Discharge around 4:00 PM or later

D+3
• Stitch removal & surgical glue application
• Departure

D+7 ~ D+10
• Follow-up visit recommended

Question 2

Are the surgeons board-certified plastic surgeons?

Accepted Answer

Yes.
Our clinic has two board-certified plastic surgeons, and both specialize exclusively in breast surgery.

Question 3

Are there any additional costs besides the surgery fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the following additional costs apply:

-Medical tests (ECG, chest X-ray, breast ultrasound): approx. KRW 160,000
-Compression bra: KRW 100,000–130,000
-Post-operative medication: approx. KRW 70,000–80,000

Question 4

Is a surgery deposit required?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

-Deposit: KRW 1,000,000
-Refund policy:
→ 100% refundable up to 3 weeks before surgery
-The deposit will be deducted from the total surgery cost.

We perform only 1–2 surgeries per day and invite a specialist anesthesiologist, so a deposit is required to secure your surgery date.

Question 5

Do you perform fat grafting to the breasts?

Accepted Answer

Fat grafting may be performed together with implant surgery, depending on the surgeon’s judgment.

However, fat grafting alone is not offered as a standalone procedure.

Question 6

Do you offer breast filler injections?

Accepted Answer

No.
Breast fillers are not performed due to safety concerns, as inflammation can be difficult to treat if complications occur.

Question 7

How long does the surgery take?

Accepted Answer

First-time surgery: approx. 1 hour (including suturing)

Revision surgery: approx. 2 hours

Question 8

What is the surgery day schedule like?

Accepted Answer

10:00 AM – Arrival at the clinic

Antibiotic test / side-effect explanation / sizing / design

11:30 AM–12:00 PM – Anesthesia begins

20–30 minutes for surgical setup after anesthesia

Actual surgery starts between 12:00–12:20 PM

Question 9

What about after-service (AS / revision policy)?

Accepted Answer

Free revision surgery is provided in cases of:
-Capsular contracture
-Infection
-Hematoma
-Bottoming-out

Question 10

Will the scar be noticeable?

Accepted Answer

Scar laser treatment is generally unnecessary.

After 6 months, pigmentation fades and the scar becomes barely visible.

After 1 year, it is often difficult to locate the incision line.

Question 11

How long do I need to wear the compression garments?

Accepted Answer

Compression bra: about 3 months

Upper band: about 1–3 weeks
(Exact duration may vary depending on recovery.)

Question 12

What if there is asymmetry?

Accepted Answer

Since implants are manufactured products,
a difference under 20cc may naturally occur.

However, if the asymmetry is clearly noticeable,
free revision surgery will be provided.

Question 13

Where is the incision made?

Accepted Answer

To minimize scarring, the incision is usually made in the armpit.

The final approach is decided after consultation, depending on your case.

Question 14

Will I need a drainage tube?

Accepted Answer

Because bleeding is minimal, most patients do not need a drainage tube after surgery.

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