Table of contents

• A Fresh Look I’d Wanted for Years
• Why I Wanted Upper Eyelid Surgery (Ptosis Correction)
• How I Researched Clinics Before Choosing The Plus
• Why I Chose The Plus Clinic and Dr. Kim
• My Experience at the Clinic: Staff, Communication, and Trust
• Procedure and Pricing: Why “A Little Expensive” Still Felt Worth It
• Looking Forward to Brighter, Wider-Opening Eyes
• Conclusion: A Decision Built on Research and Reassurance
• More about THEPLUS Plastic Surgery

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A Fresh Look I’d Wanted for Years

My name is Chandra Dewi, and I’m from Indonesia. As a businesswoman, I meet clients often, and I’m very aware of how my face reads the moment I walk into a room. For a long time, I felt like my eyes gave off the wrong impression—like I was tired even when I wasn’t. I started thinking seriously about upper eyelid surgery (ptosis correction) because I wanted my eyes to look brighter and open wider in a way that still felt like me.

This wasn’t a sudden decision. It was something I’d wanted to do for a long time, and I took my time getting to the point where I felt ready. I didn’t just want “bigger eyes.” I wanted a more awake, refreshed appearance that would match how energetic and focused I feel inside—especially in professional settings where first impressions matter.

Why I Wanted Upper Eyelid Surgery (Ptosis Correction)

The main reason I decided to get eye surgery was simple: I felt like my eyes always looked tired. They looked small, with lots of folds, and I noticed wrinkles that made me seem worn out. Even if I had slept well, I still felt like my eyes didn’t reflect that.

Over time, that feeling started to bother me more and more. Since I meet clients a lot, I wanted to look alert, approachable, and confident. I wasn’t chasing an unrealistic change—I just wanted brighter eyes that open wider, so my face could look more refreshed and expressive in everyday life.

How I Researched Clinics Before Choosing The Plus

Before coming to this clinic, I did a lot of research. I looked into about 12 clinics in total. I didn’t want to make a quick choice, especially for something as personal and visible as eye surgery. I compared information online, and when I arrived at the clinic, I even wrote down the procedures and prices to help me understand what I was being offered.

By the time I reached The Plus, it felt like this was my final step—this was the last clinic on my list. After looking at so many options, I had a clearer sense of what I wanted: a doctor who could explain things clearly, propose what truly suited my face, and help me feel confident that the outcome would look natural.

Why I Chose The Plus Clinic and Dr. Kim

What made the biggest difference for me was my consultation with Dr. Kim. I really liked what he told me. He was very clear and confident about what would suit my face, and that kind of straightforward clarity mattered to me after researching so many places.

One detail stood out in a surprising way: he wasn’t wearing a mask, so I could see his face. For me, that made it easier to read his expression and feel his confidence. I could tell he was truly confident in his work. That personal trust was important, because choosing a clinic isn’t just about a procedure—it’s about believing in the person who’s guiding you through it.

My Experience at the Clinic: Staff, Communication, and Trust

When it comes to the overall experience, I honestly liked the doctor and the staff. They explained everything patiently, and they reassured me throughout the process. That calm, careful communication helped me feel more comfortable—especially as someone who had already been through many rounds of research and comparisons.

I also appreciated the emphasis on looking natural. I was reassured that this was the best place to have surgery and still look natural, which was exactly what I wanted. In my work, I don’t want a drastic change that draws attention in the wrong way. I wanted an improvement that looks appropriate, refined, and believable—like I simply look more rested and open.

Procedure and Pricing: Why “A Little Expensive” Still Felt Worth It

I’ll be honest: it’s a little expensive here. I noticed that as soon as I started writing down the procedures and prices. But even with that in mind, I still felt good about choosing this clinic.

After meeting Dr. Kim and experiencing how the staff supported me, the cost felt more understandable—because what I valued most was confidence, clarity, and the feeling that I was in the right hands. For me, the decision wasn’t only about finding the lowest price; it was about finding the place where I felt reassured, listened to, and guided toward a result that would suit my face.

Looking Forward to Brighter, Wider-Opening Eyes

After wanting this for so long, it feels meaningful to take this step with a team I trust. My goal has always been consistent: brighter eyes that open wider, without losing what makes my face mine.

I’m glad I took the time to research, compare, and ask questions until I found the clinic that matched what I was looking for. For someone like me—meeting clients often and wanting to look alert and confident—this choice feels like an investment in how I present myself every day.

Conclusion: A Decision Built on Research and Reassurance

Choosing upper eyelid surgery (ptosis correction) in Korea wasn’t an impulsive move for me. I had wanted it for years, and I did serious research across many clinics before deciding. In the end, what made The Plus feel right was the combination of Dr. Kim’s clear, confident guidance and a staff that explained everything patiently and reassured me about achieving a natural look.

Even though it’s a little expensive, I felt comfortable moving forward because I genuinely liked the doctor and the team—and because I believed they understood exactly what I was hoping to achieve: eyes that look brighter, more open, and less tired in a way that still feels like me.

More about THEPLUS Plastic Surgery

THEPLUS Plastic Surgery in Garosu-gil, Gangnam, Seoul offers upper eyelid surgery (ptosis correction) within a world-class, four-floor clinic designed to support patients from detailed consultation to surgery and postoperative care, emphasizing both safety and clear, personalized communication. Led by director doctors Dr. Kim Taek Kyun and Dr. Jeong Jae Yong—both highly respected, board-certified surgeons active in major global plastic surgery societies and frequently invited to speak, teach, and share advanced techniques at professional conferences—THEPLUS stands out for surgeon-led care grounded in academic research and continuous education. Dr. Kim, an award-winning medical researcher recognized for his work on 3D implants and known for championing harmonious facial balance, and Dr. Jeong, President of the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons who is widely recognized for integrating function and beauty, bring a philosophy that translates naturally to ptosis correction: improving eyelid opening and comfort while preserving an individual’s natural features for balanced, refined results.

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