Key Summary
The disclosed information from five Gangnam facelift hospitals (Nana Plastic Surgery, The Line Plastic Surgery, Synergy Plastic Surgery, Ava Plastic Surgery, and Well Plastic Surgery) was compared under the same category. We have organized the information provided by each hospital by opening all the menus on the official hospital website.
Nana Plastic Surgery Clinic provides the price range and additional costs, while The Line Plastic Surgery Clinic includes information on limitations and side effects. Synergy Plastic Surgery Clinic stated that they perform only one facelift per day, while ABA Plastic Surgery Clinic noted cases where surgery was not suitable and provided alternatives. Well Plastic Surgery Clinic provides surgery schedules and treatment price lists in numbers.
Since the items each hospital asks about differ, the hospital you should visit depends on what you want to check first. Below, I have organized the disclosed details, prices, and platform figures by hospital under the same category, and the scores for the information disclosed on this site are gathered at the end. The score is a reference indicator that shows how thoroughly the hospital disclosed information, rather than medical skill or surgical outcomes.
What criteria were used to select these five recommendations?
The recommended clinics meet all three conditions below. We started with nine clinics that had posted facelift promotions on Gangnam Unnie and selected four using these conditions. We then added Well Plastic Surgery, which is not listed on Gangnam Unnie but publishes facelift prices on its English-language official website, for a total of five clinics.
I referred to the hospital’s official website for the facts about the introduction and confirmed through the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service (HIRA) that all five locations have registered plastic surgery specialists. Reviews and ratings were not used as selection criteria.
| condition | Criteria | How to verify |
|---|---|---|
| Area | A single branch located in the Gangnam area of Seoul | Hospital official website address and HIRA hospital information |
| Facelift provided | Facelift procedure information is available on the official website | Treatment Menu and Facelift Information Page |
| Information Item | Specify the surgeon, and disclose the surgery duration, recovery period, side effects, and price among the provided information | Top menu, sub-menu, footer, entire sitemap, and text within images |
How should I read reviews?
Below the hospital introduction, we have included the public figures for Naver, KakaoMap, Google, Gangnam Unnie, and Babitalk along with the logos. This is separate from the scores and is for reference based on the user experience.
I didn't add the numbers together. The absence of data or the site not being listed does not mean there are zero cases; it means the site did not provide the figures or the hospital was not listed.
The Barbie Talk scores for Gangnam sisters are based on the hospital as a whole and do not reflect only the facelift.
How is facelift surgery explained on Nana Plastic Surgery's official website?
Nana Plastic Surgery has listed not only the price but also any additional costs on their website. We provide separate information on event amounts, non-covered medical fees, and anesthesia fees.
The unit of price, VAT, and additional costs have been included. The event fee is 4.5 million KRW (excluding VAT), with non-covered medical fees ranging from 4 to 7 million KRW (VAT excluded). Anesthesia fees are 330,000 KRW for general anesthesia and 110,000–220,000 KRW for sedation. Among the five, only Nana Plastic Surgery Clinic disclosed all three cost items.
We break down the surgery process into 6 steps for your guidance.I explain the process in the following order: individual consultation, minimizing nerve and vascular damage, customized incisions, deep fascial release, precise pulling, and removal of excess skin, while also mentioning side effects such as bruising, swelling, fever, inflammation, and the risk of facial nerve injury.
The schedule is set after the surgery.Suture removal is done one week after surgery, and follow-up care continues with radiofrequency treatment and a primary physician’s evaluation at the second and fourth weeks. We also provide information on the real-name surgery system and operating room CCTV.
| category | Official website information |
|---|---|
| Home doctor | Five plastic surgery specialists were introduced as core doctors (Lee Yeon-ji, Kim Sung-yeon, Kim Hak-soo, Park Min-seok, Kwon Byung-yoon), and the surgery blind system and dedicated primary care physician system were introduced |
| Surgical method | Illustrated guide to dual plane, deep plane, and high-SMAS techniques; incisions are made from inside the temporal hairline along the ear border to behind the ear |
| Surgery time | About 3 hours (Lifting Center), 2–3 hours (Main Site) |
| Anesthesia | For sedation (the English site uses general anesthesia), one-on-one dedicated guidance from an anesthesiology and pain medicine specialist |
| Hospitalization, stitches, recovery | Discharge the same day, stitches removed in about 7 days, recovery in 1–2 weeks (you can resume daily activities immediately on this site) |
| Preoperative Preparation and Examination | Over 50 nationally certified screening tests (3D-CT pre-analysis available on the English site) |
| Postoperative precautions | Wash your face with a wet towel before stitch removal; wash your face and apply makeup starting the day after stitch removal. Avoid massage and opening your mouth wide for one month, refrain from drinking and smoking for one month, and sleep with your head elevated above heart level and looking at the ceiling for one week |
| Side Effects Information | Alert to possible bruising, swelling, fever, inflammation, and risk of facial nerve injury |
| Aftercare | Visit 2–3 days after surgery; follow-up with radiofrequency treatment and primary doctor’s evaluation at 2 and 4 weeks |
| Price | Event: 4.5 million won (cost line underlined), non-reimbursable medical fees: 4 to 7 million won |
| VAT, anesthesia fees, and additional costs | VAT excluded for the event; non-covered services are billed separately. Anesthesia fees are separate (general anesthesia 330,000 KRW, sedation anesthesia 110,000–220,000 KRW), anesthesia examination 200,000 KRW, and hospitalization 150,000–200,000 KRW |
| Consultation and Consultation Hours | Phone, KakaoTalk, Naver reservations, online booking, real-time cost consultation (surgery cost sent via text), Mon–Sat 09:30–19:00, closed on Sundays and public holidays |
| Overseas patient | Sites in 7 languages (separate domains), English coordinators and interpreters, and hotel and transportation assistance |
Naver Place605 visitor reviews, 2,578 blog reviews
Kakao MapNo reviews provided, 1,107 blog posts
Google Maps383 reviews, rating 4.7
Gangnam sisterRating: 9.6 (out of 10), 62,399 reviews
BabitalkRating: 4.8 (out of 5), 21,144 reviews
Nana Plastic Surgery Clinic listed different anesthesia methods (sedation, general anesthesia) on its English site, as well as consultation fees and the duration of effects (10–15 years) on other sites. It is best to confirm which standard during the consultation.
How is facelift surgery described on The Line Plastic Surgery’s official website?
The clinic has included information about limitations and side effects on the procedure page.Explain the parts that do not change through and the side effects as advantages.
I know who the surgeon is. Director Jung Yoo-seok (a board-certified plastic surgeon) says he will perform the surgery personally.
List not only the advantages but also the limitations.It was stated that skin texture or sunken volume would not be changed by surgery and that aging would continue, while side effects such as bleeding, hematoma, infection, and temporary nerve numbness or muscle weakness were also listed.
We explain the pre-surgery examinations and the rationale.We provide an 8-step preoperative evaluation including sedation and induction, ECG, blood tests, ultrasound, X-rays, and allergy testing, and the deep-plane guidance is based on a 2025 meta-analysis study.
Here are the prices. Deep Plane Facelift is 9 million KRW, and SVF Deep Plane Facelift is 13 million KRW; all prices exclude VAT.
Post-surgery care program information. From the surgeon’s rounding to regenerative LED and radiofrequency care, we provide guidance on 8-step programs and precautions for each stage.
| category | Official website information |
|---|---|
| Home doctor | Chief Director Jung Yoo-seok (plastic surgery specialist) performs the surgery personally; Director Jo Jae-ho handles SVF collection and processing |
| Surgical method | Apply SVF to the deep layers beneath the SMAS to lift and release the retaining ligaments, then make incisions along the wrinkle lines and hairline around the ears and suture tension-free |
| Surgery time | About 4–8 hours |
| Anesthesia | Consultation to Decide on Sedation or General Anesthesia: Introduction to Director Park Mi-ran of the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine |
| Hospitalization, stitches, recovery | Suture removal: usually 7–10 days; recovery: about 1 week; swelling: average 3–6 months |
| Preoperative Preparation and Examination | 8 steps including sedation, contrast agent, ECG, blood tests, ultrasound, X-ray, and antibiotic allergy testing; bring ID, previous surgery records, and medications for consultation |
| Postoperative precautions | Cold compresses for 3 days, remove the tape on day 3, wash your face completely after day 7, avoid strenuous activities for 2 weeks, and refrain from saunas, intense exercise, drinking, and smoking for 1 month |
| Side Effects Information | Bleeding, hematoma, infection, temporary neurological deficits and muscle weakness, sensory dullness, and temporary swelling that appears asymmetrical |
| Aftercare | 8-step program (hospital standard) including surgeon’s rounding, regenerative LED, radiofrequency, infusion, low-frequency, skin regeneration, cryo, and SVF regeneration care |
| Price | Deep Plane Facelift 9,000,000 KRW, SVF Deep Plane Facelift 13,000,000 KRW (as shown in the promotional image) |
| VAT, anesthesia fees, and additional costs | Both amounts exclude VAT |
| Consultation and Consultation Hours | Kakao Plus Friend, Naver Reservation and TalkTalk, WeChat, phone, cost consultation form, open weekdays 09:30–18:45, Saturdays 09:30–17:00, closed Sundays and public holidays |
| Overseas patient | English, Chinese, Japanese, and Thai sites (separate domain), English consultation available |
- Naver Place543 visitor reviews, 1,028 blog reviews
- Kakao Map376 reviews (4.9 rating), 46 blog posts
- Google Maps271 reviews, rating 4.9
- Gangnam sisterRating: 9.6 (out of 10), 3,014 reviews
- BabitalkRating: 4.7 (out of 5), 2,454 reviews
How is facelift surgery described on Synergy Plastic Surgery’s official website?
Synergy Plastic Surgery Clinic states that they perform only one facelift per day and that the chief director personally performs every procedure from start to finish.
I included one surgery and the surgeon's information per day.They state that only one facelift is performed per day, and that Chief Director Jung Kyung-in personally performs every procedure from start to finish, with no substitute surgeons.
Post-surgery care instructions are provided for each session. We provide session-by-session care including disinfection, swelling injections, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy on the day of surgery, as well as the 3rd, 7th, and 10th days, and provide 13 precautions and a home care kit.
Choose the surgical method that suits your face. Choose between the dual-plane technique, which lifts the skin and fascia separately, and the deep-plane technique, which lifts from the deeper layers, tailored to the individual, and explain that separating the retaining ligaments is an essential step.
| category | Official website information |
|---|---|
| Home doctor | Chief Director Jung Kyung-in (plastic surgery specialist) personally performs surgeries, stating there are no proxy surgeries, and facial lifts are limited to one case per day |
| Surgical method | Choose between dual-plane (separating skin and SMAS) and deep-plane (separating skin and SMAS) according to individual preference; incisions are made along the retaining ligament, hairline, and in front of the ears |
| Surgery time | - |
| Anesthesia | On the Safe Anesthesia Information page, information on pre-anesthesia examinations, an 8-hour fasting period, and an introduction to Director Kim Hyun-chul of the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine |
| Hospitalization, stitches, recovery | 10 days after stitch removal surgery, 4 visits |
| Preoperative Preparation and Examination | On the safe anesthesia information page, instructions for pre-anesthesia blood, pulse, and ECG tests, as well as an 8-hour fasting period, are provided |
| Postoperative precautions | Item 13: Rest for 72 hours, apply cold compresses followed by warm compresses for 4 days, start shampooing from day 5, do light exercise after 2 weeks, avoid strenuous exercise after 1 month, abstain from alcohol and smoking for 1 month, and avoid supplements and blood flow enhancers for 7 days |
| Side Effects Information | Caution: Bleeding, infection, and inflammation may occur |
| Aftercare | Round-by-round care on the day after, 3, 7, and 10 days post-surgery (antibiotics and swelling injections, disinfection, RAM light, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, shampoo care), and a home care kit |
| Price | - |
| VAT, anesthesia fees, and additional costs | - |
| Consultation and Consultation Hours | Phone, KakaoTalk, online consultation, Naver TalkTalk and reservations, WeChat, Line, by appointment only. Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 10:00–19:00; Sat 10:00–15:00; closed Thursdays, Sundays, and public holidays |
| Overseas patient | English, Japanese, and Chinese pages with WeChat and Line consultations |
- Naver Place495 visitor reviews, 640 blog reviews
- Kakao MapNo reviews provided, 310 blog posts
- Google Maps22 reviews, rating 4.3
- Gangnam sisterRating: 9.4 (out of 10), 2,743 reviews
- BabitalkRating: 4.1 (out of 5), 1,370 reviews
How is facelift surgery described on Aba Plastic Surgery Clinic's official website?
Abba Plastic Surgery Clinic lists, by category, cases where surgery is not suitable, alternatives, side effects, preparations, and the duration of effects. This is a guide to help you determine whether the surgery is right for you.
One surgeon is designated.Dr. Kim Seung-soo, the chief director, states that he performs the entire procedure himself from the first incision to the final suture and does not begin surgery on the next patient until one patient's operation is completed.
We’ll also tell you if the procedure isn’t right for you and suggest alternatives.If a 1–2 week recovery period is not possible, or if uncontrolled hypertension or diabetes is present, or if mild sagging is not addressed, alternatives are suggested: mini-liposuction, Ulthera, Thermage, and fat grafting for sunken cheeks.
I wrote in detail about the side effects, preparations, and the duration of effects.List hematoma, transient facial nerve weakness, skin necrosis, and infection by category, and advise stopping aspirin and other medications two weeks before surgery, and quitting smoking at least four weeks prior. The duration of effect was also noted as 5 to 15 years (depending on the individual).
| category | Official website information |
|---|---|
| Home doctor | Chief Director Kim Seung-soo (plastic surgery specialist) performed the procedure solo from the first incision to the final suture |
| Surgical method | Dual-Deep Plane: separates the dermis and SMAS layers, incises the SMAS, and sutures edge-to-edge with incisions in front of the ears and inside the hairline |
| Surgery time | 3 hours (facelift page), 4–6 hours (FAQ) |
| Anesthesia | Adjust sedation (transection) and local anesthesia according to the patient's condition |
| Hospitalization, stitches, recovery | No hospitalization; stitches are removed 10 days after surgery (FAQ: 7–10 days); return to daily life takes about 2 weeks (other pages: 2–4 weeks) |
| Preoperative Preparation and Examination | Stop aspirin, blood circulation drugs, and vitamin E two weeks before surgery; quit smoking at least four weeks prior; fast on the day of the procedure and be accompanied by a guardian |
| Postoperative precautions | First 48 hours: apply a cold compress; do not rub the surgical area for 1 week; limit alcohol and smoking to 2 weeks; wash your hair after stitches are removed; do light exercise after 2 weeks; start gym and sauna after 1 month |
| Side Effects Information | Swelling, bruising, sensory loss, asymmetry, hematoma, transient facial nerve weakness (though the possibility of permanent loss is not zero), scarring, skin necrosis, infection |
| Aftercare | 3–4 outpatient visits, first dressing change the day after and second day post-surgery, suture removal on day 10, and a calculator that shows the recovery schedule by choosing a surgery date |
| Price | Get a quote via phone or one-on-one consultation |
| VAT, anesthesia fees, and additional costs | - |
| Consultation and Consultation Hours | Website 1:1 consultation request, KakaoTalk, phone, 100% reservation system, weekdays 10:00–19:00, Saturdays 10:00–17:00, closed on Sundays |
| Overseas patient | Available in seven languages including English, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Russian, with interpretation services and residency support provided through partner organizations |
- Naver Place75 visitor reviews, 32 blog reviews
- Kakao MapReview not confirmed, 3 blog posts
- Google Maps39 reviews, rating 5.0
- Gangnam sisterHospital rating (4 reviews)
- BabitalkRating: 4.9 (out of 5), 535 reviews
Ava Plastic Surgery’s website lists different surgery times (3 hours, 4–6 hours) and the number of layers to be separated on each page. It would be best to confirm which standard is being used in the consultation.
How is facial lifting at Wells Plastic Surgery Clinic described on the official website?
Wel Plastic Surgery provides surgery schedules and treatment price lists in numbers. Surgery times, recovery schedules, and prices for 15 procedures are listed on the website.
The surgery schedule was written in numbers. The surgery takes 1 hour 30 minutes to 4 hours, with recovery to normal daily life in 4 to 5 days, stitches removed in about 7 to 10 days, and 2 to 3 follow-up visits.
The treatment price list is now available on the official English website. The Deep Plane Facelift (Full Face & Neck Lift) starts at 15,000,000 KRW, and the prices for 15 procedures, including thread lifting and endoscopic forehead lift, are displayed on a single chart. Well Plastic Surgery is the only clinic among the five that provides a single price list for multiple procedures.
Explains the surgical process with illustrations. We demonstrate four steps: making a minimal incision along the ear crease and inside the ear, and lifting and securing from the SMAS layer through the skin and fat layers, while also providing eight pre- and post-operative precautions.
We also have guidance for patients from overseas.The English website provides information on English consultations, hotel accommodations, transportation, and recovery support, and Director Ha Sung-yoon shared his experience as a full-time plastic surgery fellow at UCLA University Hospital in the United States in 2000.
| category | Official website information |
|---|---|
| Home doctor | Director Ha Sung-yoon (plastic surgery specialist) disclosed his credentials on the introduction page (2000, full-time plastic surgery fellow at UCLA University Hospital), and the English website listed facelift as his area of expertise |
| Surgical method | Four-step procedure: minimal incision along the ear crease and inside the ear, dissection of skin and muscle tissue, lifting and securing from the SMAS layer to the skin and fat layers, removal of excess skin, and suturing; only the 2 cm area beside the ear is operated on |
| Surgery time | 1.5 to 4 hours (as stated on the facial lifting page) |
| Anesthesia | Introduction to Dr. Kang Mi-sook, Department of Sleep Anesthesia and Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine |
| Hospitalization, stitches, recovery | Suture removal: about 7–10 days; follow-up visits: 2–3 times; return to daily activities: 4–5 days later (normal recovery time is 1–2 weeks on the same page) |
| Preoperative Preparation and Examination | Fasting started 6 hours prior; platelet aggregation inhibitors, anticoagulants, ginkgo biloba preparations, and diabetes medications were discontinued the day before; manicure and jewelry were removed on the day of the procedure |
| Postoperative precautions | Do not wash your face on the day of the procedure; from the next day, wash your face gently and avoid makeup, rubbing or pressing, hard foods, saunas, massages, and jjimjilbangs; abstain from alcohol and smoking for 3–4 weeks |
| Side Effects Information | Guidance aimed at minimizing the possibility of facial paralysis and minimizing nerve damage |
| Aftercare | Ongoing management, consultation, and 2–3 visits to the clinic |
| Price | Official English website: Deep Plane Facelift (Full Face & Neck Lift) starting at 15,000,000 KRW |
| VAT, anesthesia fees, and additional costs | - |
| Consultation and Consultation Hours | Phone, online consultation board, online reservations (same-day reservations not available), KakaoTalk, weekdays 10:00–19:00, Saturdays 10:00–16:00, closed on Sundays and public holidays |
| Overseas patient | English consultation and support for hotels, transportation, and recovery accommodation on the English website |
- Naver Place66 visitor reviews, 37 blog reviews
- Kakao Map1 review (5.0 rating), 2 blog posts
- Google Maps7 reviews, rating 5.0 (2 listings in the same building)
- Gangnam sisterNot listed
- BabitalkNot listed
Which hospital's public information can be viewed by checking which first?
The hospital you should check depends on what you prioritize. The following is based on information released by the hospital and does not reflect the level of medical expertise.
| What you want to check | Hospitals with public information | Disclosed Information |
|---|---|---|
| Price and additional costs | Nana Plastic Surgery Clinic | Event Amount, Non-Covered Charges, VAT, and Separate Anesthesia Fees |
| Surgeon, Limitations and Side Effects | The Line Plastic Surgery Clinic | Surgeon's real name, parts that do not change through surgery, side effects, price |
| Number of surgeries per day and method of operation | Synergy Plastic Surgery Clinic | One facelift procedure per day, performed directly by Chief Director Jung Kyung-in, with aftercare provided for each session |
| Mismatch and Alternatives | Ava Plastic Surgery Clinic | Cases of Inconsistency and Alternative Procedures, Side Effects, and Preparation Requirements |
| Surgery Schedule and Various Procedure Prices | Well Plastic Surgery Clinic | Surgery Time and Recovery Schedule, 15 Procedure Price List |
How are the prices for facelifts in Gangnam disclosed by each hospital?
The three clinics that have published their facelift prices directly on their official websites are Nana Plastic Surgery, The Line Plastic Surgery, and Well Plastic Surgery (English site). Ava Plastic Surgery and Synergy Plastic Surgery provide estimates through consultation.
The listed price is not the final payment amount. VAT and anesthesia fees are listed differently by clinic, and while Nana Plastic Surgery has an event price of 4.5 million won, there are several reviews on Gangnam Unnie’s receipt page showing a total of 6.05 million won.
| Hospital | Public location | Facelift cost | VAT and Anesthesia Cost Indication | Gangnam sister receipt review payment amount example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nana Plastic Surgery Clinic | Official Events and Non-Covered Medical Notices | 4.5 million won (event), 4 to 7 million won (high price) | VAT not included; anesthesia fee of 110,000–330,000 KRW separate | A total of 6.05 million won (multiple items) |
| The Line Plastic Surgery Clinic | Official website promotional image | 9 million KRW, 13 million KRW (SVF included) | VAT excluded | Total 16 million KRW, 1 item |
| Synergy Plastic Surgery Clinic | Consultation Information | Information after consultation | - | Total 5.5 million KRW, 1 item |
| Ava Plastic Surgery Clinic | Consultation Information | Information after consultation | - | - |
| Well Plastic Surgery Clinic | English Official Site Price List | From 15 million KRW | - | Not listed |
What are the 15 scoring criteria?
The score is 15 points, with 3 points allocated to each of the 5 categories. I gave 1 point for checking the information on the hospital's official website and included the source indicating which page it was from.
It doesn't mean there is no 0 point, but rather that it couldn't be found on the website. The number of reviews, ratings, fame, number of society memberships, and contract status were not included in the score.
| category | 3 items to confirm |
|---|---|
| Medical Staff in Charge | Real name of the medical staff in charge, current branch affiliation, whether they are a specialist, and area of expertise |
| Procedure Information | Basis for providing the procedure, surgical method, and applicable areas and extent |
| Hospital-Specific Description | Candidates for consultation and limitations, items to be confirmed during consultation, and the process of proceeding with surgery |
| Precautions and Aftercare | Side effects and precautions, recovery and management methods, and contact and follow-up care when problems occur |
| Cost | Price and applicable unit, included items and VAT, separate cost conditions |
How do the disclosure information scores differ among the five locations?
I scored the information published on hospital official websites based on 15 different criteria. These are reference indicators provided by the site and do not determine the choice of hospital.
The scores are: Nana Plastic Surgery 15, The Line Plastic Surgery 14, Synergy Plastic Surgery 10, Ava Plastic Surgery 12, and Well Plastic Surgery 11. All five places gave perfect scores for the medical staff and procedure information; the scores varied mainly in the hospital descriptions and costs.
| Hospital | Medical staff | Surgical procedure | Description | Aftercare | Cost | Sum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nana Plastic Surgery Clinic | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 15 points |
| The Line Plastic Surgery Clinic | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 14 points |
| Synergy Plastic Surgery Clinic | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 10 points |
| Ava Plastic Surgery Clinic | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 12 points |
| Well Plastic Surgery Clinic | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 11 points |
The evaluation date is October 3, 2026. This is an evaluation of publicly available information, not medical skill or treatment outcomes, and the scores change when hospitals update their websites. The price is scheduled to be confirmed on 2027-01-01, and the rest on 2027-04-01.
In counseling, how should the same question be asked at each hospital?
Since the scope of guidance varies by hospital, I recommend asking the same question in the same order to 2–3 different places. The following six are questions to ask during a consultation.
| Question | Reason |
|---|---|
| Who is the actual surgeon, and is they the same doctor I consulted with? | Each hospital discloses the type of surgeon |
| What type of anesthesia is used, and which anesthesiology pain medicine specialist is involved? | Each hospital has a different page introducing the head anesthesiologist |
| Does the estimate include VAT, anesthesia fees, examination fees, and follow-up care? | There are cases where the disclosed amount differs from the payment amount on the receipt |
| When am I not a suitable candidate for surgery, and what are the alternatives? | Each hospital has different limits and the scope of guidance on alternatives |
| If side effects occur, who should I contact and how should I seek medical care? | The most accurate way to get post-surgery contact information is through direct guidance during the consultation |
| What criteria are used for surgery duration and recovery schedule? | Even within the same hospital, some places have different numbers on each page |
So, how should you compare the five recommended Gangnam facelift clinics?
The five recommended Gangnam facelift clinics disclose different information, so compare the same items and confirm them during a consultation. For price units, check Nana Plastic Surgery; for information on limitations and side effects, The Line Plastic Surgery; for daily surgery numbers, Synergy Plastic Surgery; for cases where surgery is not suitable and alternatives, Ava Plastic Surgery; and for surgery schedules and price lists, check Well Plastic Surgery’s disclosures.
The public information score of this site indicates how thoroughly the hospital discloses its information. Since the listed price can differ from the actual estimate, it’s best to consult with 2–3 different places and decide together.
Frequently asked questions
Which Gangnam facelift clinics are recommended?
Based on information disclosed on their official websites, we recommend Nana Plastic Surgery, The Line Plastic Surgery, Synergy Plastic Surgery, Ava Plastic Surgery, and Well Plastic Surgery. Nana Plastic Surgery provides price units and additional costs; The Line Plastic Surgery explains limitations and side effects; Synergy Plastic Surgery discloses one surgery per day; Ava Plastic Surgery explains cases where surgery is not suitable and alternatives; and Well Plastic Surgery provides surgery schedules and treatment price lists. The site's public-information score (out of 15) is included as a reference indicator.
How much does a facelift cost in Gangnam?
The prices listed on the official websites start at 4.5 million won (VAT excluded) for the Nana Plastic Surgery event, 9 million won for The Line Plastic Surgery’s Deep Plan, 13 million won for SVF Deep Plan (VAT excluded), and 15 million won for Well Plastic Surgery’s English site. Ava Plastic Surgery and Synergy Plastic Surgery provide price information during consultation. Since anesthesia fees and VAT coverage vary by hospital, it is best to match the quotation items first.
How long does facelift surgery take?
The hospital recommended 1 hour 30 minutes to 4 hours for Well Plastic Surgery, about 3 hours for Nana Plastic Surgery, 3 hours for Ava Plastic Surgery, and about 4 to 8 hours for The Line Plastic Surgery. Nana Plastic Surgery is listed as 2–3 hours on another page, and Ava Plastic Surgery as 4–6 hours on another page, so it’s best to confirm the pricing criteria during the consultation.
When is it possible to return to daily life after a facelift?
The hospital timeline is as follows: Well Plastic Surgery Clinic in 4–5 days (1–2 weeks for recovery on the same page), The Line Plastic Surgery Clinic about 1 week, Nana Plastic Surgery Clinic about 1–2 weeks, and Ava Plastic Surgery Clinic about 2 weeks (other pages show 2–4 weeks). All five sutures are removed around days 7 to 10, and Synergy Plastic Surgery Clinic provides four postoperative follow-up visits, including suture removal on day 10.
What are the side effects of a facelift?
The side effects the hospitals warned about include hemorrhage, hematoma, infection, inflammation, swelling, bruising, temporary numbness, and neurological symptoms. Ava Plastic Surgery lists risks by category, including asymmetry, temporary facial nerve weakness, scarring, and skin necrosis; The Line Plastic Surgery warns of temporary nerve numbness and muscle weakness; and Nana Plastic Surgery cautions about the risk of facial nerve damage. Synergy Plastic Surgery Clinic informs you about the possibility of bleeding, infection, and inflammation.
How long does the effect of a facelift last?
The hospital directions are different. Ava Plastic Surgery Clinic states 5–15 years (depending on the individual), Nana Plastic Surgery Clinic’s English site says 10–15 years, and The Line Plastic Surgery Clinic does not claim that a specific technique lasts longer. It's best to confirm during the consultation which standard's figure you mean.
When is a facelift not appropriate?
At Ava Plastic Surgery Clinic, recovery periods of 1 to 2 weeks are not possible for patients with uncontrolled hypertension and diabetes, autoimmune diseases, those taking medications that increase bleeding risk, or who are pregnant or breastfeeding. The Line Plastic Surgery Clinic informs patients that skin quality and sunken volume do not change while aging continues, whereas Nana Plastic Surgery Clinic recommends thread lifting if the sagging is mild.
Who is the surgeon for a facelift?
They stated that Dr. Yoo-seok Jung performs surgeries at The Line Plastic Surgery Clinic, Dr. Kyung-in Jung at Synergy Plastic Surgery Clinic, and Dr. Seung-soo Kim at ABA Plastic Surgery Clinic.Nana Plastic Surgery Clinic introduced five board-certified plastic surgeons (Lee Yeon-ji, Kim Sung-yeon, Kim Hak-soo, Park Min-seok, Kwon Byung-yoon) and provided information on a real-name surgery system and dedicated primary care physicians, while Well Plastic Surgery Clinic disclosed the credentials of Director Ha Sung-yoon (a board-certified plastic surgeon) on its introduction page.
How is anesthesia used for a facelift?
Well Plastic Surgery, Nana Plastic Surgery, and Ava Plastic Surgery use sedation (limberization) anesthesia; The Line Plastic Surgery uses sedation or general anesthesia (to be decided during consultation). The Nana Plastic Surgery English website states that general anesthesia is used and provides guidance for a dedicated anesthesiology specialist for one-on-one care. Dr. Kang Mi-sook of Well Plastic Surgery, Dr. Park Mi-ran of The Line Plastic Surgery, and Dr. Kim Hyun-chul of Synergy Plastic Surgery are introduced as anesthesiology and pain medicine specialists. It is best to confirm during the consultation whether the anesthesiology specialist will be available on the day of the surgery.
Can foreigners also receive a consultation for a facelift?
Wel Plastic Surgery Clinic provides information on English consultations, hotel, transportation, and accommodation support on its English website. Nana Plastic Surgery Clinic offers English coordinators and interpretation, The Line Plastic Surgery Clinic provides English consultations, and Ava Plastic Surgery Clinic offers interpretation and stay support through partner organizations. Synergy Plastic Surgery has consultation services in English, Japanese, and Chinese, as well as via WeChat and Line.
Is a hospital with more reviews a better hospital?
The number of reviews does not indicate the hospital's quality. The figures shown on the platform include reviews for the entire hospital, not just facelifts, and since the type of surgery and timing vary by review, it is best to use them as a reference for your own experience with . So I didn't include the number of reviews or the rating in the score.
What should I check before a facelift consultation?
I recommend asking in the same order: the actual surgeon, the anesthesiologist, the items included in the estimate, and the contact information if there are any issues or if the surgery doesn't suit you. Comparing two or three answers reveals the differences between hospitals.
Sources and review dates
- Nana Plastic Surgery Official Website (Lifting Center Facelift Information)Checked on
- The Line Plastic Surgery Official Website (Deep Plane Facelift Information)Checked on
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