Epicanthoplasty
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Epicanthoplasty is a cosmetic eyelid procedure designed to reshape or reduce the epicanthal fold, the small fold of skin that can cover the inner corner of the eye. In South Korea, this procedure is commonly performed to create a more open, elongated eye appearance and is often combined with double eyelid surgery for a balanced result. During the procedure, the surgeon carefully adjusts the skin and soft tissue around the inner corner of the eyes to enhance definition while preserving natural-looking facial harmony. Surgical planning is highly individualized, taking into account eye shape, skin tension, facial proportions, and the patient’s aesthetic goals. The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the treatment plan and whether it is combined with other eyelid surgeries. Recovery usually involves mild swelling, bruising, and temporary tightness around the eyes, with most patients returning to normal daily activities within about one to two weeks. As healing progresses, the inner eye area appears smoother and more refined, helping the eyes look brighter and more defined. South Korean clinics are well known for their detailed approach to eyelid aesthetics, focusing on subtle, precise results that complement each patient’s natural features.
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RINE Plastic Surgery Clinic
Nonhyeon Station
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RINE Plastic Surgery in Gangnam is a specialized eye and facial lifting clinic where board-certified plastic surgeon Director Jang Nam personally handles every step — from consultation through surgery and recovery. The clinic's philosophy is encapsulated in its name: "Refine Your Line," reflecting a commitment to 1:1 customized line design tailored to each patient's unique facial structure. With over 10,000 surgical procedures performed and more than 2,000 verified patient reviews, RINE focuses on natural-looking outcomes backed by deep clinical experience. Eye Surgery Non-Incisional Double Eyelid Surgery: A suture-based method that creates a natural eyelid crease without incisions, designed with minimal downtime and a low risk of scarring. Suited for patients with thinner eyelids and adequate muscle tone. Ptosis Correction: Surgical strengthening of the levator muscle to address droopy eyelids that limit iris exposure. The procedure improves both the functional and aesthetic appearance of the eyes and is commonly combined with double eyelid surgery. Canthoplasty: Lateral or posterior corner adjustment to extend horizontal eye length or correct the angle of the outer corner, enhancing overall eye proportion. Under Eye Fat Repositioning: Surgical redistribution of orbital fat beneath the lower eyelid to smooth out eye bags and hollows, creating a more rested and youthful under-eye contour without volume loss. Revision Eye Surgery Double Eyelid Surgery Revision: Corrective surgery for unsatisfactory outcomes from prior procedures, including overly thick creases ("sausage eyes"), loosened or faded lines, asymmetry, multiple fold lines, or scarring. The director first analyzes the root cause of failure before designing a personalized plan. Both natural adhesion (non-incisional) and incisional revision methods are available depending on the case, with the goal of achieving a more natural and refined result than the original surgery. Epicanthoplasty Revision: Correction of unsatisfactory or overdone inner corner surgeries, restoring balance to the eye shape and addressing issues such as excessive exposure of the tear duct area or unnatural eye contour. Middle-Age Eye Rejuvenation Upper Blepharoplasty: Removal of excess skin and fat from the upper eyelid to address hooding and heaviness that develops with age, available in both incisional and non-incisional forms depending on the degree of sagging. The procedure restores a refreshed, open eye appearance while preserving natural contour. Lower Blepharoplasty with Lifting: Combined lower eyelid tightening and lifting to address sagging skin, fat herniation, and loss of support in the mid-face. The approach addresses both the eyelid and cheek junction for a cohesive rejuvenation. Subbrow Lift: Excision of skin just below the brow to raise a heavy or drooping brow line while maintaining a natural brow position and minimizing visible scarring. Face Lift SMAS Face & Neck Lift: Deep-plane lifting of the SMAS layer beneath the skin to restore facial contour and address significant sagging in the cheeks, jawline, and neck. Results are long-lasting and avoid the stretched appearance of skin-only lifts. Minimally Invasive Face Lift: A less extensive surgical option for patients with moderate facial laxity, using smaller incisions to reposition facial tissues with reduced downtime compared to a full lift. Endoscopic Forehead Lift: Camera-guided lifting of the forehead and brow through small incisions, correcting deep horizontal lines, frown lines, and brow descent with minimal scarring. Thread Lift: Non-surgical repositioning of sagging facial tissue using absorbable threads that stimulate collagen production and provide a subtle lifting effect. Suitable for patients seeking improvement without surgical downtime. Double Chin Double Chin Liposuction: Removal of submental fat through small cannulas to sharpen the jawline and improve the neck-to-chin profile. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia with targeted fat reduction. Double Chin Lift: Surgical tightening of loose neck skin and the platysma muscle beneath for patients with skin laxity that cannot be addressed by liposuction alone, producing a cleaner, more defined lower face contour.
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THEPLUS Plastic Surgery
Sinsa Station
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THE PLUS Plastic Surgery in Sinsa’s Garosu-gil area of Gangnam offers personalized aesthetic care with a strong focus on safety, research, and specialized surgical expertise. Eye Surgery Double Eyelid Surgery creates a defined upper eyelid crease for a more open and refined eye shape. It focuses on forming a natural-looking eyelid line that matches the patient’s facial features. Ptosis Correction lifts drooping upper eyelids by correcting the muscles that open the eyes. It improves a heavy or tired-looking appearance and gives the eyes a brighter look. Blepharoplasty removes or adjusts excess skin and tissue around the eyelids. It refreshes the eye area and creates a smoother, more youthful contour. Rhinoplasty Rhinoplasty reshapes the nose to improve facial balance from every angle. It focuses on both appearance and structural harmony, in line with the clinic’s emphasis on aesthetics and function. Revision Rhinoplasty corrects concerns from a previous nose surgery. It focuses on restoring a more stable nasal structure and a more refined appearance. Face Contouring Full Face Contouring combines facial contouring procedures to create smoother and more balanced overall proportions. It is designed for patients who want a more refined face shape across multiple areas. Cheekbone Surgery reduces or repositions prominent cheekbones for a softer facial outline. It creates a slimmer side profile and a more balanced midface. Square Jaw Surgery reshapes the lower jaw to reduce a broad or angular jawline. It creates a slimmer and smoother lower-face contour. Chin Surgery adjusts the size or projection of the chin to improve facial balance. It aligns the chin more harmoniously with the nose, lips, and jawline. Facial Implant adds structure and definition to areas of the face that need more projection. It enhances balance and creates clearer facial contours. Face Lifting Facelift lifts and repositions sagging facial tissue for a firmer, younger-looking appearance. It improves facial contours while maintaining natural expression. Thread Lift uses dissolvable threads to lift areas of mild facial sagging. It provides a more defined contour with a less invasive approach than full surgical lifting. Face Fat Grafting transfers the patient’s own fat to areas of the face that need more volume. It restores fullness and softens hollow or flattened contours. Breast Surgery Breast Implants increase breast volume and improve breast shape using implants. The procedure focuses on natural-looking fullness and balanced proportions. Breast Lift raises and reshapes breasts that have lost position or firmness. It creates a higher and more youthful breast contour. Breast Reduction reduces breast size by removing excess tissue and skin. It creates a lighter, more proportionate breast shape and improves overall body balance. Body Contouring Liposuction removes localized fat deposits to slim and shape specific areas of the body. It focuses on improving body contours rather than overall weight loss. Stem Cell Stem Cell Treatment uses regenerative techniques centered on stem cells to support tissue quality and recovery. It is offered as part of the clinic’s broader aesthetic and post-procedure care approach.
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Made Young Plastic Surgery
Gangnam Station
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Made Young Plastic Surgery Clinic, nestled in the heart of Seoul's prestigious Gangnam district, epitomizes the pinnacle of rejuvenative and aesthetic excellence in the field of plastic surgery. With a firm commitment to safety as its guiding principle, Made Young is a beacon of hope for those seeking to turn back the clock on their appearance. The clinic stands out not just for its unwavering dedication to the highest standards of patient care and safety, but also for its innovative approach that marries traditional beauty ideals with cutting-edge techniques. Face Lift Procedures: Face Lift: A surgical procedure to reduce signs of aging by removing excess skin and tightening the underlying tissues of the face. Double Chin Lift: Targets and reduces the appearance of a double chin through liposuction or surgery for a more defined jawline. Neck Lift: Eliminates loose skin and excess fat in the neck area, providing a smoother, more youthful neckline. Forehead Lift: Also known as a brow lift, this surgery raises the brows and reduces wrinkles and sagging skin on the forehead. Sub-Brow Lift: A more focused lift that targets the area just above the eyebrow to elevate and smooth the upper eyelid. Face Contouring: Cheekbone Reduction: Surgically reduces the size of the cheekbones to create a more harmonious facial structure. Metal Free Cheekbone Reduction: A technique that reduces the cheekbone without the use of metal fixtures, providing a natural post-recovery contour. Metal Free-V-Line Surgery: A surgical approach to sculpt a slimmer jawline and chin without metal implants, emphasizing a V-shaped face. V-Line Surgery: Reshapes the jawline to achieve a more aesthetically pleasing V-line shape of the face. Chin Surgery (Genioplasty): A surgical procedure to enhance or reduce the size and shape of the chin for better facial proportion. Jaw Reduction Surgery: Surgically reduces the width of the jaw for a more refined facial silhouette. Non-Invasive Lifting: Non-Invasive Lifting: Utilizes techniques that do not require surgery to lift and firm the skin. V-Line Lifting: Focuses on achieving a V-shaped face through non-surgical methods like fillers or ultrasound. Forehead Lifting: A non-surgical option to lift and tighten the forehead area, often using fillers or threads. Thread Lift: Uses temporary, dissolvable threads to lift and tighten the skin for a more youthful appearance. Men’s Thread Lift: Specifically designed for male patients, this procedure lifts and firms the skin using threads. Skin Booster: Hydrates and rejuvenates the skin using micro-injections of hyaluronic acid and other revitalizing substances. Shurink: Uses focused ultrasound energy to lift and tighten the skin non-surgically. Ultherapy: A non-invasive procedure that uses ultrasound technology to stimulate collagen production and tighten skin. Rhinoplasty: Rhinoplasty: Surgically reshapes the nose for cosmetic or functional improvements. Revision Rhinoplasty: Corrective nasal surgery for individuals unsatisfied with the results of a previous rhinoplasty. Reconstruction Rhinoplasty: Rebuilds the structure of the nose often after injury or for congenital defects. Rhinoplasty Implant Removal: The removal of previously inserted implants from the nose due to complications or for revision purposes. Eye Surgery: Double Eyelid Surgery (Non-Incisional): Creates a crease in the eyelids without cutting, often using sutures for a double eyelid appearance. Double Eyelid Surgery (Incisional): Forms a permanent eyelid crease through a surgical incision, allowing for the removal or rearrangement of tissue. Ptosis Correction: Repairs drooping eyelids by tightening the muscle that lifts the eyelid. Upper Blepharoplasty: Removes excess skin and fat from the upper eyelids, improving field of vision and aesthetic appearance. Lower Blepharoplasty: Targets under-eye bags by removing or repositioning fat in the lower eyelids and can include skin tightening. Canthoplasty: A surgical procedure to lift or reshape the eye by altering the outer corner of the eyelid. Dark Circle Removal: Reduces the appearance of dark circles under the eyes through various methods, including fillers, fat repositioning, or laser treatments. At its core, Made Young is driven by a team of highly experienced plastic surgeons, anesthesiologists, and medical staff who are not just experts in their field but are also deeply committed to the wellbeing of their patients. Offering a wide range of specialized procedures from facial contouring to non-invasive lifting and rhinoplasty, each treatment is tailored to meet the unique needs and aspirations of every individual. Made Young doesn’t just aspire to alter appearances; it strives to imbue patients with a renewed sense of confidence and vigor, ensuring they leave with not just physical transformations but a deeply rooted sense of satisfaction and well-being.
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