Brow Lift Gangnam-Gu

I recently underwent cosmetic surgery with Dr. Yoo and I cannot express enough how incredible the entire experience was. From start to finish Dr. Yoo and his team went above and beyond my expectations, delivering care and attention that truly exceeded anything I imagined. Words cannot even begin to describe the amazing experience I had with this practice! Starting with the front desk, who always greets everyone with a smile. The most powerful and positive memory of my surgery is the extraordinary caring service that Debora, the English-speaking surgical coordinator gave to me. Debora gave me supportive and caring individualized attention. She always made me feel like I am her one and only priority and nothing is ever a bother, no matter how many questions and how many times I ask her the same questions…brain fog after the surgery? Prior to my surgery, I was extremely nervous, as expected. Debora took the time to explain how every step of this process will be, what to expect before, during and after surgery, constantly reassuring me and checking in on me. My surgery lasted about 8 hours and it was clear that Dr.Yoo and the team came in fresh, focused, and ready to deliver exceptional results. They were professional, skilled and compassionate every step of the way. The day after my surgery and for the next four weeks, I went to the clinic every day for the de-swelling laser which is included with the surgery And every day Debora took her time to be by my side helping me with my questions, giving me the reassurance and encouragement that I really needed the first two weeks post-surgery. She also gave me tips and tricks to help my recovery process. I’m absolutely thrilled with my results and I’m looking forward to coming back in September for the second procedure of the eye-pop surgery….stay tuned for more detailed updates. If you’re considering having any kind of plastic surgery, I highly recommend Dr.Yoo and the amazing team. Their expertise, care, and attention to detail are truly unmatched!

In August, I finally underwent the incision lift I had been dreaming of for years. Since this is my very first post on note, I wanted to record the experience in detail so that others considering this surgery can benefit from my honest account. Before this, I had double jaw surgery and two-point facial contouring. Yet, even with those procedures, I found that if I slightly tucked my chin, a double chin would appear. When I smiled faintly, the flesh would gather along my marionette lines. I came to realize that no matter how much I tried with non-surgical methods, excess skin can only be dealt with physically—by removing it. That was the decisive push that led me to choose an incision lift. Choosing the Right Surgeon & Consultations I consulted with 15 surgeons in Japan and 4 surgeons in Korea for incision lift surgery. Ultimately, my criteria were: Must be able to perform Extended Deep Plane Facelift with proper ligament release For neck lift, must use the hammock method to anchor to the periosteum No pixie ear deformity, no skin bunching at the suture site, no displaced tragus, and clean, precise suturing I also considered annual surgical volume and the surgeon’s age as important factors. I chose Dr. Ryu because, in terms of experience, case volume, surgical technique, and before/after photos, he stood far above any Japanese surgeon I had met. Even a highly respected senior surgeon in Japan told me, “He’s the best facelift surgeon in Asia.” Key Points I Confirmed During Consultation For me, whether or not the platysma muscle would be lifted using the hammock method was crucial. This method involves horizontally cutting the platysma, dividing it into two sections, allowing upward and lateral lifting, and potentially lifting sagging salivary glands. When I asked Dr. Ryu about this, he said, “You’ve studied well!” and praised my knowledge. I also checked which ligaments he would release: Zygomatic ligament Masseteric ligament Parotid ligament Mandibular ligament Because I had already had double jaw and facial contouring surgeries, my sagging wasn’t severe. Dr. Ryu said he would release the zygomatic ligament, masseteric ligament, and platysma ligament, but not the mandibular ligament, explaining that it wasn’t necessary as my chin area wasn’t sagging and the risk was higher due to nearby major vessels and facial nerves. I also asked for buccal fat removal if needed. For the incision line, I could choose in front of the sideburn or through the middle of it. Since I had longer-than-average sideburns and wanted to hide the scar, I chose the inside. In hindsight, with such a clean result, I might have gone for the front, because my sideburns were slightly shifted back, making my face appear a bit wider. I confirmed that my eye shape and mouth corners wouldn’t be overstretched, my tragus would remain intact, and I wouldn’t get pixie ears—since any change in ear shape usually means the SMAS wasn’t adequately lifted and only skin was pulled. Surgery Day The surgery was expected to take 4–5 hours. At 9 AM, during the final meeting with Dr. Ryu, I simply asked him to lift firmly and remove all lower face fat below the nose. After taking pre-op photos, signing consent forms, and changing into surgical attire, the incision lines were marked on my face. At 10 AM, the anesthesiologist came in, and the nurses encouraged me as I drifted off to sleep. I must say—unlike some of my past surgeries in Korea, where iodine application and anesthesia prep felt rough—this clinic was meticulous and gentle throughout. Immediate Post-Op Condition I woke up at 4 PM, supported by the nurses as I walked to my bed. I felt more spaced-out than dizzy and had no nausea. After an hour’s rest, I was served pumpkin porridge. Surprisingly, I felt completely fine—energetic, even. With only the face band feeling tight, I took a taxi back to my hotel, even stopping by a convenience store and porridge shop on the way. Honestly, this was the easiest recovery I’ve ever had after surgery. Recovery Diary Day 1 – Slept well without insomnia. Mild puffiness but no severe swelling. A little bruising around my left eye, no neck bruising at all. Went to the clinic for shampooing and swelling care—was amazed they even used a hairdryer. Amenities were Dior! Seeing my lifted face in the mirror for the first time made me gasp. This was my first-ever “downtime high.” Day 2 – Slight spread of bruising near the eyes but swelling still minimal, almost worryingly so. Dr. Ryu said “Nice!” again. He had dissected up to the middle of my cheeks—showed me the surgery video. Zero swelling despite such extensive dissection felt miraculous. Day 3 – Bruises turning yellow. Drain removal postponed as fluid was still collecting. Day 4 – Drain removed and site stitched without anesthesia—painful! Started wearing makeup for the first time—already 150% satisfied with results. Day 6 – Fluid accumulation detected—another drain placed. Learned that consistent compression, especially behind the ears, is essential to prevent this. Day 10 – Day of departure but drain re-inserted again. Though it was a hassle, I was grateful for the uncompromising approach to achieving the best result. Results & Impressions Day 12 – Skin feels tightly adhered to the bone. Sideburn and mole positions have shifted noticeably upward. Scars are clean and healing beautifully. Satisfaction – Personally over 100% satisfied. I honestly wish I had reduced my jawline further to match the lift. Estimated I look about 5 years younger. Friends and acquaintances are shocked by the transformation—some regret not choosing this clinic for their own lifts. Pros & Cons Pros All sagging from double jaw surgery is gone; lift is firmer than pre-contouring face. Scars barely visible even at 10 days post-op. No deformities. Dr. Ryu assured me lifts can be repeated even 2–3 times over a lifetime. Kind, attentive staff who even wrote me a handwritten letter in Japanese and gifted me a beauty device. Cons Wish I had further reduced my jawline beforehand. Neck area has remained unchanged since the incision lift doesn’t address under-chin directly. Sideburn position slightly shifted back. Advice for Others Post-op, every Japanese surgeon I’ve met said, “I can’t believe this is only two weeks after surgery—your scars are incredibly clean.” My satisfaction is higher than with any surgery I’ve ever had. From suturing to swelling management, everything was flawless. Meeting Dr. Ryu was truly a blessing. I’m deeply grateful to him and the entire staff.

Hi, I'm currently living in Hong Kong. I want to share my first rhinoplasty at Hyundai Aesthetics. Before the surgery, my nose was not beautiful but it was quite good. It just wasn't as high as I wanted, and it made my overall facial appearance somehow outdated. I had never undergone any cosmetic surgery before, so I was quite nervous. However, the nose surgery was not as painful as I thought. I only felt difficult when breathing after 12 hours of surgery. I couldn't sleep because I had to breathe through my mouth lol. I had the surgery at 10 a.m., and at 10 a.m. the next day, I went to the hospital for swelling treatment. After removing two cotton balls (maybe? Idk) inside my nose, then I could breathe more easily. I'm not very satisfied with the hospital because it's quite small and lacks many therapeutic tools to help reduce swelling and bruising. They only provided an ice pad, a laser light and oxygen therapy. And their staff responds to messages very slowly!!!. Last, they only have 1-2 English-speaking staff, so it's quite inconvenient. And the price they offered is affordable. After returning to Hong Kong, I asked them to send me my before and after photos. Honestly, I am about 80% satisfied with the surgery. Refer to this post if you are interested in cosmetic surgery~ Have a nice day~ Me: first-time rhinoplasty using septal cartilage and 4.5mm silicone for bridge.

I did cheekbone reduction, jaw reduction and chin reduction surgery at DA Plastic Surgery 3 months ago. At first I had so much swelling that I couldn't see the changes but now that it has been 3 months, I can see that my face has become much smaller and the right side of my face has become more symmetrical to my left side. I am very happy with my surgery results.