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Under Eye Fat Grafting – Quick facts before getting Under Eye Fat Grafting

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Under-eye fat grafting is a massive breakthrough in the field of under-eye rejuvenation treatments. Most people, young and old, have problems regarding this area. Everyone wishes to have youthful-looking under eyes like that of a baby, but because of the aging process and sometimes genetics, it can be impossible to achieve this look. Skincare does not always help in getting rid of under-eye problems, particularly if they are severe. In this case, an under-eye fat grafting is your best bet. To know more about the procedure and why it is better as compared to a filler, continue reading below. 

What is Under Eye Fat Grafting?

Under-eye fat grafting, also known as an autologous fat transplantation, lipoinjection, or lipofilling, is a procedure that uses a person’s fat cells to fill in the hallows and problem areas the of the undereye. Fat cells are usually extracted from the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, or other body parts that have excess viable fats. As compared to facial fillers, fat grafting in the under-eye area looks and feels more natural since it is the person’s own fat being used.

It also lessens the chances of rejection, complications, and allergic reactions since the body does not consider the fat to be a foreign substance. 

Those who are good candidates for an under-eye fat grafting are those who: 

  • Lack of volume in the under-eye area 
  • Have depressions in the under eye 
  • Are physically and mentally healthy 
  • Have a realistic expectation of the results 
  • Have excess fats in other body parts 

What are the Benefits of Under Eye Grafting?

Under-eye fat grafting has several benefits other than being able to rejuvenate the under-eye area. Some of the benefits of the procedure include: 

  • Restoring volume to the hallow parts of the under eyes 
  • Getting rid of eye bags and dark circles
  • No risk of allergic reactions 
  • No rejection of the injected fats
  • Improvement of the skin’s condition 
  • Long-lasting effect 

How is Under Eye Fat Grafting Done?

An under-eye fat grafting procedure takes 30 minutes to an hour to finish. When getting this procedure, you should make sure that the doctor who will operate is a board-certified plastic surgeon who either specializes or has credible experience in fat grafting. This is to make sure that you will have a successful under eye fat grafting without any complications. The following steps underline the general process of the procedure; 

– Anesthesia 

The standard anesthesia used for an under-eye fat grafting procedure is the local anesthesia, especially in the area of the extraction. Depending on the patient’s need, local anesthesia can also be paired with IV sedation. 

– Extraction

The extraction process uses manual liposuction techniques since laser or ultrasound liposuction often destroys the fat cells that are needed for the grafting. With the help of a cannula, the surgeon suctions enough fat for the under-eye area. 

– Centrifugation

Once they have collected the fats from another part of the patient’s body, they put it in a test tube and insert it in a centrifuge. A centrifuge is a machine that exerts centrifugal force to separate the excess fluids, dead fat cells, and other debris from viable fat cells. Another method that some surgeons use is the use of a saline solution to wash the fat. Discarded fats are those that are unlikely to survive the grafting. 

Under Eye Fat Grafting Recovery

The recovery for under-eye fat grafting only takes a few days to a week since it is a minimally invasive procedure, and you only have a small incision from the extraction process. Bruising, swelling, and pain are all standard as with any plastic surgery procedure. This is nothing to worry about because your doctor will prescribe you pain medications that would ease your discomfort. A week for rest, recovery, and break from work is enough since the swelling and bruising would have subsided by then in both the donor and recipient areas. During the healing period, you should avoid the sun for about 48 hours, and if you need to be exposed to the sun, make sure that you wear sun protection. 

Under Eye Fat Grafting Before and After

Even though the results are visible after a few days to a week when the swelling subsides, you will see the full setting of your under-eye area after six months. This is because it can take a couple of months for the fats to become established in their new place entirely. To achieve the results of the patients in the before and after images below, it is advised that you should have 3-4 maintenance treatments within six months to one year.

As you can see in the after pictures, even though maintenance treatments are essential, it is still worth the time, effort, and money since the procedure is very promising. You can also guarantee the success in making your under-eye area look more rejuvenated and younger. Not only does it get rid of hollows, but the procedure is also capable of eliminating dark circles and wrinkles. 

An under-eye fat grafting procedure uses the person’s fat to get rid of the signs of aging in the under-eye area. The method also restores volume and rejuvenates the under-eye. Since it uses your fat cells, one of the best benefits is that it will not cause any allergic reactions to the treatment area or have a risk of rejection from the body. 

The procedure is also minimally invasive and only requires a week for recovery and downtime. However, even though you need 3-4 maintenance treatments within a span of six months to a year, it can be seen that the results are worth it from the before and after pictures of patients who underwent the treatment. 

If you are someone who has always had problems with the lack of volume in your under-eye, but too scared to undergo treatment because of possible complications, then you should go for under eye fat grafting. Book your consultation now at our website and be one step closer to having rejuvenated and younger-looking under eyes. 

FAQ:

Can Under Eye Fat Grafting remove dark circles and eye bags?

Since under-eye fat grafting is a rejuvenating procedure for the under-eye area, it can remove eye bags and dark circles as well as hallow appearances. However, to achieve better results, you may pair an under eye fat grafting procedure with another treatment for the rejuvenation of the under-eye area. You may speak to your doctor regarding other treatments.

Septoplasty

Septoplasty – What Must I Know Before Getting Septoplasty Surgery

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Septoplasty surgery is a great help to those who have problems with their nasal septum. Some people who have a bent septum have a problem with their noses’ appearance or functionality, or even both. It is an undesirable condition of the nose, which more people than you imagine often suffer from. Getting Septoplasty to fix a bent septum of the nose can be a must, mainly if it is for functionality reasons. If you are someone who has been suffering from a crooked septum, then this surgical procedure could be for you. Read on to know more about Septoplasty and if you are a candidate for one.

What is Septoplasty Surgery?

Septoplasty surgery is a procedure for the correction of the deformities of the nasal septum, such as a deviated nasal septum and cleft defects. The nasal septum, made of bone and cartilage, is the structure that separates the two nostrils.

When the septum becomes deviated, bent, or crooked, it can block one of your nostrils, and hinder proper airflow. Not only will the condition bring about breathing problems, but it can also make your nose appear crooked on the outside, making it asymmetrical with other parts of your face. Through a Septoplasty surgery, the septum is straightened by removing the bent parts and restructuring both bone and cartilage. 

 

Septoplasty vs. Rhinoplasty

A Septoplasty procedure takes 1.5-2.5 hours to finish under local anesthesia paired with sedation. General anesthesia is also an option if the patient requires it. Before the surgery, it is a must that you avoid smoking for several days and make sure to tell your doctor if you are taking any blood-thinning medications. Also, make sure to inform your doctor about your medical history, most especially if you have allergic reactions to some medicines.  

After you have informed your doctor about your medical background, and he has given the approval to proceed with the surgery, they will follow these steps for a successful Septoplasty:  

  1. The surgeon starts by cutting the septal wall inside of your nose. 
  2. They then remove or lift the mucosa (a thin membrane that is responsible for protecting and covering the septum).
  3. Once the septum is exposed, the surgeon reshapes the bone and cartilage.
  4. In more complex cases, it requires the bones and cartilage to be removed so that they can reshape it and then reposition it again in the nose.
  5. When everything is in place, the mucosa is returned and placed again to cover and protect the septum. 
  6. Afterward, they suture the incisions made earlier. 
  7. They then put on a splint and some packing that will hold the bone, cartilage, and tissue to remain in place while your nose heals. 

Septoplasty Surgery Recovery

The splint on your nose after the surgery will remain for about one to two weeks, while the packing is removed after a day or two. During the recovery period, you may experience minor pain as well as difficulty in breathing for about 2-4 weeks before your nose goes back to looking and feeling healthy. Your doctor will prescribe you oral medications that you can take when the pain becomes uncomfortable. You will also be given strict instructions on how to take care of your nose and precautions that you should follow for a couple of weeks while your nasal septum is healing, such as: 

  • You should elevate your head when lying down.
  • You should avoid blowing your nose.
  • You should avoid wearing clothes that need to go over your head to prevent them from hitting your nose.
  • You should avoid doing strenuous activities for five weeks to prevent trauma to the nose area as well as nosebleeds.

Septoplasty Surgery Before and After

The outcome of your Septoplasty will reach its full setting within three to six months, as this will be the time that your nasal tissues require to become stable. However, the septum can still experience changes up to one year after the surgery. 

As seen in the before and after pictures, the noses of the patients have been straightened and look symmetrical with their faces. This overall improves the aesthetics of their face. Regarding the second image, the patient’s nostrils have also become symmetrical. Improvement in breathing can also be experienced right after surgery, making the nose’s functionality better. 

In summary, a Septoplasty surgery can correct deformities of the nasal septum, which is a structure made of bones and cartilage that separates the two nostrils. Having a deviated nasal septum can bring about breathing problems to a person as well as asymmetry in facial appearance. Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty are different procedures for nasal problems, but can both be done simultaneously. Septoplasty is only focused on fixing the septum to stop the hindrance of airflow into the nostrils. On the other hand, a rhinoplasty is meant to improve the overall outward appearance and shape of the nose. 

The duration of a Septoplasty to reshape and reposition the septum only takes 2.5 hours at most, while its recovery takes 2-4 weeks. During the recovery period, it is a must that you strictly follow your doctor’s instructions as well as precautions to avoid complications and nosebleeds. After three to six months, your nose would have reached its full setting, and the tissues, bones, and cartilage should have become stable. 

The results of a Septoplasty surgery may not be evident right away because of swelling and bruising. Still, it can instantly improve any breathing problems that you may have because of the deviated septum. Not only does the functionality improve, but your nose can also become much more aesthetically pleasing. If you want these improvements on your nose after having a deviated nasal septum for a long time, all you have to do is book a consultation through Seoul Guide Medical’s website. From there, we will take care of all your needs from the initial consultation through post-surgery care.

FAQ:

For whom is Septoplasty Surgery mostly recommended for?

Septoplasty surgery is first and foremost for individuals who have a deviated septum. This procedure is most recommended if the deviation of the septum affects the functionality of the person's nose; instead of being straight, it looks crooked. However, it is highly recommended if the condition affects the persons' overall appearance.

Does Septoplasty straighten the nose?

Undergoing Septoplasty can straighten your nose and improve its appearance. Through the straightening of the nose, it also relieves nose blockage that prevents the person from breathing properly.

Does Septoplasty change the noses' appearance?

Septoplasty surgery can change and improve the appearance of the nose through the shape and form. The nasal septum dramatically contributes to the shape of the nose as well as its height, length, and midline position. When the deviated nasal septum is fixed, the form of the nose changes, making it appear more symmetrical.

Liquid Rhinoplasty – Quick Facts Towards Nose Beauty

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Liquid rhinoplasty is a heaven-sent procedure for busy people who still want to improve their appearance, especially in the nasal area. We all want a beautiful, if not perfect, nose, but not all people have the time and courage to undergo an invasive procedure that could help them achieve their goal appearance. Unlike in the past when surgery was the solution to both major and minor issues in the face, today, plastic surgeons have innovated alternatives to those surgical procedures, and liquid rhinoplasty is one. If you are one of those people who hate the discomforts of surgical procedures, then this non-surgical rhinoplasty may be for you.

What is Liquid Rhinoplasty?

A liquid rhinoplasty, also known as non-surgical rhinoplasty, is an alternative to surgical rhinoplasty, which uses dermal fillers and injects it in the nose to alter its shape. This treatment can smoothen nose bumps, reshape the nasal tip, and enhance the symmetry of the nose.  Non-surgical rhinoplasty can only cater to individuals with minor irregularities with their nose, and improvements mostly last for only a year.

Since most results are only temporary, this can serve as a “test-drive” for those who want to alter their nose shape before having a surgical rhinoplasty that would produce a more permanent result. 

  • Individuals with a dorsal hump and minor asymmetries in their nose
  • Individuals who have undergone surgical rhinoplasty and would like to fix some minor irregularities
  • individuals who would like to see instant results after the procedure 
  • individuals who cannot afford the cost of surgical rhinoplasty 
  • individuals who do not have time to leave work for the recovery of a surgical procedure 

Other than its being non-invasive, liquid rhinoplasty has several other benefits, which include the following:

  • No downtime required 
  • Instant results
  • Reversible results 
  • Less expensive than surgical rhinoplasty
  • Quick procedure

How is Liquid Rhinoplasty Done?

A liquid rhinoplasty procedure only takes about 15-20 minutes and does not require a downtime. Anesthesia is not needed for this procedure since the doctor uses a gentle technique in administering the filler. However, should the patient need or ask for anesthesia, local anesthesia, or topical anesthesia are the usual options. 

Once the patient is ready for the treatment, the staff or doctor will clean the treatment area to make sure that it is disinfected. The doctor will then inject the filler through a technique called the microdroplet technique. Your doctor will inject the filler until it is enough to produce the desired result. As the procedure is non-invasive, you are awake during the whole process, and you may even watch how the doctor does the procedure through a mirror.

Liquid Rhinoplasty Recovery

With no or minor bruising and swelling involved in this procedure as well, no need for downtime, you can return to work right after you have the treatment or the next day. However, there is still some after-treatment care that you must do to make sure that no complications arise and for the results to last long. Some of the after-care you must do are: 

  • Attend the scheduled follow up checkup
  • Do not massage your nose 
  • Protect your nose from sun exposure
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions on after-care 

Liquid Rhinoplasty in Korea

Rhinoplasty has been popular in South Korea, but because of its invasiveness, liquid rhinoplasty has been gaining recognition as an alternative to its much more invasive counterpart. Due to the demand for non-surgical rhinoplasty, some of the companies in South Korea even invented Korean made fillers like Yvoire by LG Chem and Chaeum, among a few, which are both approved by FDA and KFDA.

Also, since South Korea is well known for plastic surgery, there are a lot of plastic surgeons who are experts and specializing with anything involving rhinoplasty; thus, you can guarantee that they will be able to achieve your desired nose shape. 

Liquid Rhinoplasty before and after

Results of liquid rhinoplasty are instantly visible right after the procedure. As seen on the before and after pictures below, the patient’s noses appear smoother and symmetrical to their faces. The outcome of a liquid rhinoplasty is quite the same as surgical rhinoplasty only that no downtime is required, and the results only last for a year. 

Liquid rhinoplasty is a great alternative to surgical rhinoplasty, especially if the patient only needs minor correction of the nose. The results may be temporary or semi-permanent, depending on the filler ingredient used. Although, usually, plastic surgeons use temporary fillers like hyaluronic acid, which lasts for one year before the patient needs to undergo another liquid rhinoplasty. This kind of rhinoplasty is also best for people who want to “test-drive” what their nose would look like if they have the surgical rhinoplasty.

The non-surgical rhinoplasty has several benefits, but what most people benefit from it is its non-invasiveness, quick procedure, and no downtime. Right after the procedure, the results are visible instantly, and you can see that the treatment has smoothened and balanced the shape of the nose.

With the popularity of liquid rhinoplasty rising as an alternative to its surgical counterpart, South Korea, the capital of plastic surgery has been flowing with the trend and even created their fillers, which are as safe and effective as that of the western brand of fillers.

If you are one who needs only minor improvements regarding the shape of your nose, then the liquid rhinoplasty may be for you. To know more about this procedure and if you are qualified to undergo the treatment, visit your preferred clinic’s website to have a free consultation, and they will guide you every step of your journey to a more beautiful looking nose. 

FAQ:

Is liquid rhinoplasty permanent?

Liquid rhinoplasty can both be temporary and permanent, depending on the kind of filler used by your doctor. Temporary fillers are those that have collagen and hyaluronic acid as their ingredients; these are temporary because collagen and HA are naturally produced by the body, thus absorbed over time. On the other hand, permanent ones are the biosynthetic polymers, which consist of synthetic ingredients that the body cannot absorb.

Is liquid rhinoplasty safe?

Getting a liquid rhinoplasty is safe on one condition: it should be done by a board-certified plastic surgeon who is well experienced and specializing in surgical and non-surgical rhinoplasty. This is for the reason that altering the shape of your nose can make a huge difference in your facial appearance, and surely you would not want to have a result that is opposite of what you were expecting; thus the doctor administering the filler should be precise and knowledgeable in the procedure. In the case of the filler, there is nothing to worry about since it has the approval of the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for a long time already.

Is getting liquid rhinoplasty worth it?

Getting a liquid rhinoplasty is worth it, especially if your expected result was achieved. This is why it is important to have it done by a well experienced plastic surgeon using an FDA approved filler. It is also worth it for people who want to undergo a surgical rhinoplasty but want to see first how their desired reshaping will look like since it will help them decide if they will push through with the surgical procedure.

Facial Fat Grafting: What should I know

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Everyone has desired to have smooth and youthful-looking skin, even in the mid-years of one’s life. It has become a trend today that the older you are, the brighter, smoother, and more youthful your skin looks, the better. However, the aging process cannot be avoided, and it is possible to lose volume on the face as we grow older. This is where facial fat grafting comes in. An anti-aging and volumizer in one procedure saves you time and costs in achieving a youthful appearance. Read on to know more about this procedure, as well as its difference from a filler.

What is Facial Fat Grafting?

Facial fat grafting is also known as fat transfer, fat injection, and lipofilling. It is a kind of procedure that utilizes one’s fat in restoring volume, filling hallows, and eliminating wrinkles and lines on the face. Several indications that could have you considering facial fat grafting include lack of fat from the cheekbones, deep grooves that are visible from the nose to the corners of the mouth, lines, and wrinkles in the under eyelids, and lip enhancement.

You can undergo a fat transfer procedure if you have the following qualifications:

  • If you have sunken, hallow, or creased areas on your face
  • If you want a more permanent fix as compared to a filler
  • If you desire to rejuvenate your face
  • If you have donor sites which have excess fats
  • If you are mentally and physically healthy

Facial Fat Grafting vs. Fillers

Fillers and fat grafting both give solutions to areas of the face where volume is lost, that are naturally thin and hallow, and have developed lines, wrinkles, and creases. The difference between fat grafting and fillers mostly has to do with the staying power, as well as the substance being used.

For fillers, the most natural and commonly used is hyaluronic acid (HA) filler with products like Juvederm and Restylane. These fillers can be used in the lips, nasolabial folds, marionette lines, etc. to name a few. This kind of filler is considered temporary and can last only for four to eight months before you are supposed to undergo another treatment.

This is because HA is naturally absorbed fully by the body. Some fillers are semi-permanent, but these are made of synthetic materials. Due to this, they may cause several complications such as inflammation, infection, and cysts. This is because the body considers it a foreign object; thus, it will not result in a natural-looking outcome.

Facial fat grafting, on the other hand, produces natural and permanent results while using fat from your own body. In this case, the possibility for complications to arise is much less because your immune system will not consider your fats as something foreign.

Also, surgeons tend to overfill the area that needs the fat transfer because, over time, your body can absorb up to 50% of the injected fats. Once some of the fats are absorbed, the remaining 50% of fats will stay permanently in the injected area. This is why three to four repeat sessions are recommended over a period of six months to a year in order to achieve the patient’s desired result.

 

Facial Fat Grafting Procedure

Facial fat transfer is a mildly invasive procedure that takes around 30 minutes to an hour to finish at the doctor’s office. The procedure has three parts, namely, harvest, purification and transfer, and placement.

 

        1. Harvest

  • The first step of the procedure is the administration of the anesthesia. In this case, they commonly use local anesthesia with sedation.
  • Since the patient’s fat tissues are used for facial fat transfer, fat grafting is achieved through the process of liposuction. The surgeon makes an incision or two of about 3-5 mm on either the buttocks, belly, or thighs. Then, the doctor will use a stainless steel tube called a cannula and inserts it in the incision to remove the fats using a suction force.

 

         2. Purification and transfer

  • When the surgeons have successfully extracted the fats from the patient’s thigh, buttocks, or belly, he inserts a test tube-like bottle and puts in a machine called a centrifuge. This machine applies a centrifugal force to the contents to separate the fluids that have different densities or to separate liquids from solids. This allows for the purest form of fat to be created.
  • After the collected fats have separated in the centrifuge, the surgeons will extract the needed fats through a syringe.

 

        3. Placement

  • The surgeon or his staff prepares the area for grafting through cleaning and sanitization.
  • The surgeon then injects the fat cells that are in the syringe into the area of the face that needs grafting. He repeatedly injects the area with fats until he achieves the patient’s desired outcome.

Facial Fat grafting recovery

Recovery from fat grafting varies from one person to another, depending on how their body takes time to heal from the operation. Although, the usual time for healing and downtime is a week, wherein the patient should take a leave from work and avoid strenuous exercise and daily activities. It is common to have minor swelling, bruising, and pain after the procedure that could interfere with visible results.

Your doctor will give you tips on how to maintain and take care of the treated area and will also provide you with pain medication to ease discomfort. The swelling and pain will gradually subside in a few days or weeks, and you will see the results within six months from the day of the procedure.

Facial Fat Grafting Before and After

As seen on the before and after picture below, the patients’ faces have significantly increased in volume and look more youthful and smoother through the elimination of lines and wrinkles after having the facial fat grafting procedure. Of course, the results will not be that perfect at times because fat tissue after the transfer has a 50-50 survival rate.

Around 50% dies, while the other 50% survives and stays permanently in the grafted area. This is why repeat treatments are strongly recommended after a few months, up to a year. It will help to maintain the results and help with its overall retention of fat.

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Tip Plasty : Things you need to consider

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Tip plasty is a great solution for those who have a bulbous or round-tipped nose that can be bothersome in achieving a perfect, symmetrical appearance. Everyone desires to have the perfect looking nose, but not everyone was born with it. Noses come in different shapes and sizes, from crooked noses, round, pointy, and flat. No matter what your nose shape is, most people still desire that pointy symmetrical nose.

However, unlike other body parts wherein you can exercise to get your desired body shape, the nose you were born in will stay the same no matter how much you massage it or do exercises. This is where tip plasty comes in, and to know more about the procedure, read on!

tip plasty girl point here nose

What is Tip Plasty?

Tip plasty is a surgical procedure that aims to make the appearance of the nose tip better. This surgery is only meant for the fixing of the nose tip and cannot treat other parts of the nose. A tip plasty is specifically for those individuals who have a bulbous nose or round-shaped nose that looks either fat or flat on the tip. What this procedure does is to create or adjust the elevation of the tip for it to look pointier and raised at the same time has a proper angle between the nose and lips.

What are the benefits of tip plasty?

Just like a rhinoplasty, tip plasty also has a lot of benefits that are quite similar. Some of the benefits that you can get from having a tip plasty are:

  • Improves the appearance of your nose
  • Improves breathing
  • Fixes the effects that aging has done to the nose
  • Fixes the deformities of the nose tip

 

Tip Plasty vs. Rhinoplasty

Tip plasty refers to the area of the nose where reshaping and fixing are needed. This type of procedure only involves the tip of the nose and does not affect other nasal areas. On the other hand, rhinoplasty is for the reshaping and improvement of the size and symmetry of the person’s nose, which involves everything in the nasal structure. In other words, tip plasty is one type of rhinoplasty.

How is Tip Plasty done?

The two types of tip plasty surgery procedures that can be used depending on the case of the are called cartilage surgery and alar reduction.

  • Cartilage surgery

This type of tip plasty involves the reshaping, implanting, and replacing of the cartilage in the patient’s nose. When it comes to implants, artificial implants cannot achieve the proper result; instead, an autoplasty is performed wherein the surgeon takes a piece of healthy tissue from neighboring body parts to implant on the area where the tissue has broken.

  • Alar reduction

Alar reduction, also known as nostril reduction is for when the appearance of the nose looks flat even though it has a high nose bridge. The surgeon uses this type when the side of the nose looks large. Unlike cartilage surgery, it does not involve the cartilage; instead, it only focuses on the skin and muscles of the patient’s nose.

A tip plasty surgery can take around 30 minutes to 1 hour. Commonly, local anesthesia combined with sedation is administered for the patient to be as relaxed as possible during the operation. Before the procedure, the patient has a scheduled consultation with the doctor. It is during that time that the doctor will analyze which type of procedure and method to use depending on the patient’s case.

A) Cartilage Surgery

Cartilage tie

  • Cartilage tie plasty is the method that involves the tying of the alar cartilage for the nose tip to protrude and look sharper.
  • The surgeon will analyze the size and range of the cartilage. Depending on the nose condition, the surgeon will decide whether he will trim a small portion or remove the cartilage.
  • This type is for people who already have a pointed tip nose but want to bring it out more.

 

Cartilage implant

  • Cartilage implant tip plasty is the operation that makes an implant on the nose tip.
  • This implant may or may not include the tying process depending on the condition of the patient’s nose.
  • If the nose is flat due to excess fats, the surgeon will remove the fat first then put in the implant
  • This method is mostly for those who want a more dramatic shape.

Cartilage reposition

  • Cartilage reposition tip plasty involves the repositioning of the septum cartilage and putting it in the proper place.
  • This method is the most complex under the cartilage surgery since it involves the cartilage, skin, and septum of the nose. Depending on the condition of the nose, an implant may also be included.
  • This method is recommended for short or upturned nose or those with a nose bridge that is sunken either because of a failed rhinoplasty in the past or an injury.

 

B) Alar reduction

Removal

  • This method involves the removal of excess skin in the alar. The incision is also done in the lower area of the nostril since it is the part where the stitch will not be visible.
  • This is recommended for those who have nostrils that are too wide because of the excess skin on the alar. It can also work for those who have thick alar skin

Tie

  • This method requires an incision inside the nostrils. The method will reduce the size of the nostrils by tying the skin between the nostrils.
  • This method is recommended to those who want a more natural yet good result since the stitches are inside the nose.

Recovery from Tip Plasty Procedure

Right after a tip plasty, it is possible to experience mild discomfort, but this is nothing to worry about since your doctor will prescribe you pain medication. You should also expect that you will have to wear a nose splint for a week to protect the bones and cartilage in the operated area.

Moreover, it is a must that you avoid strenuous exercise and activities for two to three weeks. You should also always be mindful that you are not allowed to wear glasses for about four to five weeks, and never blow or pick your nose while the treated area is still healing.

Tip Plasty Before and After

After the procedure and recovery period, it is visible through the pictures below that there is a significant change in the nose of the patients after they underwent tip plasty surgery. As compared to the before pictures, their noses are more refined, pointed, and symmetrical in shape, which also enhances their facial appearance.

 

 

Tip plasty is one type of rhinoplasty, which focuses on improving the shape and size of the nose tip and is specifically for those people with a round nose tip that appears wide and broad. One way to fix this is through the types of procedures under bulbous nose rhinoplasty. When the problem is with the cartilage of the nose, there are three methods used for the surgery. On the other hand, if the issue on the nose is just the excess skin on the alar, then an alar reduction is performed.

Given the name of the surgical procedure, it is only recommended specifically for those who have bulbous or round nose, large nostrils, and dull noses to name some. Just like any plastic surgery, it is a must that this procedure is lead by an experienced surgeon to achieve the desired results just like the ones in the before and after picture. Also, with the bulbous nose rhinoplasty, it is guaranteed that the results can fix a broad nose and wide nostrils.

What is commendable about this procedure is that it is permanent and will look like you were born with the nose you had after surgery. If you have always wanted to have a better-looking nose tip, then tip plasty is for you. To be able better understand how this procedure can improve your nose tip, book a consultation now at your preferred clinic’s website.

Is tip plasty safe?

Undergoing a tip plasty surgery is completely safe as long as you have it done by a board-certified plastic surgeon who is well experienced or is specializing in tip plasty or rhinoplasty. Also, for added safety, make sure that you discuss with your doctor the risks when getting this procedure.

What after surgery care precautions must I do after tip plasty?

There are several after surgery care that you must do to avoid complications and make sure that your healing process goes well. Some things you must do are: • Make sure to go back to the clinic during your scheduled post-surgery checkups. • Avoid strenuous activities for 2-3 weeks. • Do not pick or blow your nose. • Elevate your head when sleeping. • Protect your nose from sun exposure for three months by using SPF and a hat.

Male Rhinoplasty – All you need to know

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The nose is said to be the first thing a person looks at when talking to you since it is in the middle of the face. Different impressions on a person’s nose can be thought of by the person whom he is talking to. Opinions like, “wow, he has a peculiar nose” or “his nose is too big for his face” or “why is his nose that flat?” Harsh comments it may seem, but I know most of us have thought that about another person’s nose.

If you always get those comments, then male rhinoplasty is heaven-sent for you. Those days of harsh criticism may come to an end and instead become “Wow, your nose is so perfect.” Contrary to popular belief, rhinoplasty is not only prevalent in women but has evolved to be popular with men as well, especially in South Korea. So, do you think you are a male in need of rhinoplasty?

Or are you just curious about the procedure since its most common in females? Read through and know more details about this procedure.

What is Male Rhinoplasty?

Male rhinoplasty has risen in popularity and is one of the most common plastic surgery procedures done on men, especially in Korea. This procedure is mostly done to straighten the bridge of the nose.

A straight nasal bridge and a fuller mid-nose width display masculinity and are known to be the perfect male nose. The surgery can be for cosmetic purposes, like correcting a crooked nose, or enhancing the shape of a man’s nose to match it with his face and masculinity. It can also be for medical purposes, like correcting the nose to improve breathing, or to fix the damage caused by an injury.

Difference between Female and Male Rhinoplasty

You may think that since this is rhinoplasty, the same procedure is followed regardless of if the patient is male or female. Yes, it is the same procedure, but the doctor may tweak some techniques and methods. Males’ and females’ noses still differ in two factors, namely, the aesthetic side and the anatomical side.

  • The anatomy; each gender’s noses are anatomically different from each other. Men’s noses are more prominent with a straight bridge, a wider width, and thick skin. On the other hand, a female’s nose is much more defined and curved.
  • The aesthetic difference; especially in the result, after getting a nose job, is for males to have a straight nose bridge with a less rotated tip since this shows power and masculinity. While for females, they choose to have a much more petite nose with the tip turned upwards.

Benefits of Male Rhinoplasty

Male rhinoplasty may be costly, just like any other plastic surgery, but its benefits pay for its price. The benefits of rhinoplasty in both male and female include:

• Increase in confidence
• Removal of bumps and dips
• Restoration of face and nose symmetry
• Gives nasal tip an improved appearance
• Makes both nostrils symmetrical
• Improvement in breathing
• Correction of congenital disabilities

Who is Eligible for Rhinoplasty?

Not all males may require rhinoplasty because some already have that perfect male nose, and some are not in good medical condition to undergo surgery. To be specific, males who can have a rhinoplasty procedure are as follows:

• Males who have a deformed nose because of injury from an accident
• Males with an inherently crooked nose
• Males who have an undeveloped nose
• Males with bent and stuffy noses because of nasal problems
• Males with large nostrils
• Males with weak noses
• Males who have a feminine like nose
• Males who underwent rhinoplasty but are not happy with the outcome
• Males with a flat or wide nose bridge

Procedure and Before and After Male Rhinoplasty

A male nose job, just like any plastic surgery, is customized depending on the patient’s requirements. The process starts with the doctor designing the outcome for the patient to see how the results will look and also approve it if it is to their liking. Then, the doctor makes a cut that will separate the nose bridge and periosteum to allow him to insert the implant.

Once the surgeon finishes cutting, he inserts the prosthesis, which is shaped based on the patient’s goal, between the periosteum and the nose bridge. For the tip of the nose, cartilage is to be extracted and implanted on the nose tip.

To give you an idea of how male rhinoplasty looks after the procedure, here is a picture of two males before and after a male nose job.

 

 

Throughout the procedure, the surgeon’s team will follow the specifics of the surgery for 1.5-3.5 hours. It required that you stay in the clinic for 2-3 hours before you can resume your daily errands. The operation would not be possible without administering anesthesia; in this case, local anesthesia with sedation is used throughout the procedure.

After the surgery, your nose may not look normal until 2-3 weeks later. In this time, you should see that it has mostly healed and that the swelling and redness have dramatically decreased, if not disappeared altogether. Give it 6-9 months, and your nose should entirely be the way you envisioned it. Everything should have healed and be in the proper place

Results and Aftercare

Rhinoplasty’s result, in general, is considered to be semi-permanent. Although, after the surgery, the patient should observe the much-needed care since it is a surgery, and swelling and bruising will still heal for a couple of weeks. A male who underwent rhinoplasty should strictly follow the instructions below:

  • Do not blow your nose if you are not yet on the 3-week mark
  • Avoid smoking and drinking four weeks after the surgery
  • Never touch the scar or tear the scab
  • Eat a lot of healthy food like fruits and vegetables to help quicken the healing process
  • Avoid strenuous acitivities for the mean time
  • Avoid laughing and smiling too much
  • Wear buttoned clothes instead of the ones you have to pull over your head

 

Nowadays, plastic surgery is not only prominent with females, but it has evolved to be part of a male’s goal in physical beautification, specifically, male nose jobs. Even though it is a procedure for the beautification of the nose, male and female rhinoplasty procedures are still considered different anatomically and aesthetically.

Just like female rhinoplasty, candidates for this surgery are those with an uneven nose shape, crooked nose, and a flat nose bridge, to name a few. As expected, Korea is still the best place to get a nose job even for males, expertise and cost-wise.

What is good about this procedure is that it only requires a couple of hours to complete and takes only several weeks to recover. Before and after photos can attest to the guaranteed effectiveness of the surgery, as well as the expertise of the surgeons in South Korea.

Procedures like this may be expensive, but we should always take into account that nothing is too costly as long as the pros, which are the benefits of the male rhinoplasty, outweigh the cons. Given this, if you are a male who has long been awaiting to get rhinoplasty, now is the time to get a consultation with the best clinics in South Korea. You are just one click away from getting that nose you have always desired.

Laser Treatment for Dark Circles

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Under-eye dark circles can be a source of nuisance to some people, as the eyes are often heavily considered as a relevant factor when we initially meet people. Your eyes can tell people how happy, sad, afraid, and even how tired you are. However, what if you have those things, they call under-eye dark circles? Do these under-eye circles make you look more tired than you are? Or do they make you look older?

There are currently hundreds of skincare methods and products meant for the eyes; from creams to oils, to serums. They offer to reduce, or even eliminate, under-eye dark circles and fine lines. Not all this skincare can give the desired results since most of the ingredients are not absorbed into the problem areas. There are also natural remedies that can be followed online.

But what if nothing happens to those pesky under-eye dark circles because medical issues and genetics cause it? What can you do to eliminate those dark circles? The answer? Go for the dark circle laser treatment.

What is the cause of dark circles, and how can you avoid them?

Under-eye dark circles have become a pesky problem for most of us adults because of the way it makes us look, tired and old. Living an adult life can make you very busy and make you miss lots of sleep. This often results in tiredness that can manifest itself in the eye area. But, what are other causes of dark circles? Does lack of sleep only cause them?

Correct, lack of proper sleep is one cause of dark circles under the eyes. However, other lifestyle causes of dark under-eye circles are:

  • High-stress levels.
  • Too much consumption of salty food that results in water retention, not only in that area, but often in the whole face.
  • Pigmentation, which can be caused by too much sun exposure, resulting in sun-damaged skin.

Dark under-eye circles caused by lifestyle activities can be remedied by natural products and by discontinuing the activity that causes it. On the other hand, medical and genetic causes of dark circles are as follows:

  • Heredity
  • Allergies
  • Tissue loss
  • Thinning skin because of age

 

With these causes, dark circles cannot be reversed without the help of clinical treatments.

Though there are a multitude of possible causes for dark under-eye circles, it is always imperative to self-care. Maintenance of the region below the eyes can easily be achieved with the appliance of a quality daily under-eye cream. Also, if you are a smoker, it is highly suggested that you stop the habit because it can worsen your under-eye situation. For women, especially those who use makeup, make sure that you remove all your make up thoroughly, particularly before bed. Do this as gently as possible since the skin around the eyes is thin and prone to stretching.

Who needs to have laser treatment for dark circles?

There are some people that no matter how stressed or how much lack of sleep they have, they never tend to get dark circles under their eyes. They are the lucky few. If you are not one of those lucky enough to have eyes that can survive sleepless nights, then maybe you are one of those who need the treatment for dark circles. The best candidates for laser treatments of dark circles are:

  • Those who are in excellent health condition.
  • Those who have realistic expectations of the results of the procedure.
  • Those who have seriously dark under eyes.
  • Those who have excessive fat under the eye area.
  • Those who always look dull because of the appearance of the dark circles.
  • Those who have problems hiding their dark circles even when using concealers or skincare.

Although, generally, anyone can undergo the treatment no matter what their skin type is, it is recommended that you get the procedure only when the need arises.

Is laser treatment for dark circles safe?

Before getting laser treatment for your dark circles, I know most of you will ask if it is safe since it involves the eye area. You can consider this procedure safe. A study in 2011, which was published in Dermatologic Surgery, states that researchers found that lasers that operated at a low frequency were entirely guarded yet effective in treating dark under-eye circles.

How much is laser treatment for dark circles in Korea?

In Korea, plastic surgery is generally widespread. Therefore, clinics often compete for who can bring the highest quality while offering the lowest price. Because of this, you can find some of the lowest dark circle laser treatment prices in the world right here in Korea. To be exact, a procedure will cost around USD 2,500- USD 4,500.

Is there a surgery to remove dark circles under the eyes permanently?

Yes, there is a surgery meant to remove dark circles. This is a reminder that if you were to opt for surgery, it would become invasive, and therefore the risks and recovery time would increase. Laser treatments, on the other hand, are a non-surgical approach to treat the dark circles under the eyes, but they may require several sessions to achieve the desired result.

There are two surgical procedure options for addressing the dark circles under the eyes. First is fat repositioning, while second you have fat removal procedures. Both processes will give you the same results. Different methods are used and highlighted below.

  1. Fat removal

This procedure is recommended to those who have too much fat protruding under their eyes. When there is too much fat that cannot be altered by the fat repositioning procedure, surgeons would recommend this treatment to remove the excess fat.

  1. Fat repositioning

On the other hand, fat repositioning is recommended to those who have a flat looking profile and those who want to have more of that “Aegyosal” appearance, or a more prominent under-eye skin layer. Fat repositioning is quite self-explanatory as it repositions the fats and muscles of the eye upward to get rid of the dark under-eye circles.

These procedures only require 30 minutes to finish and use twilight anesthesia. The recovery time is within 1-2 weeks, while the full recovery will take about 4-6 months.

There are several causes of dark under-eye circles as we’ve discussed in this article from lifestyle, to genetics, to underlying medical issues. There are ways to avoid dark circles, but there are also causes natural remedies cannot directly cure. It is a massive benefit that there are two possible treatment options.

Since not all people would want to have surgery, especially since the eyes are considered as one of the delicate parts of the body, a non-invasive procedure is quite relieving. Given that the treatment itself is safe, the location where you undergo the procedure should be another thing to consider.

Not all clinics can produce the best results. In this case, it is highly suggested that you pick to have your treatment in South Korea. Not only do they have experts performing the procedure, but it is also where you can find the lowest prices. You will have the same guaranteed results as the most expensive clinics in other parts of the world.

This treatment is one of the most common availed procedures in Korea as well as in other countries. If you think that this treatment is for you, never hesitate to book a consultation at the clinic of your choice. If this is your first time visiting a clinic, you don’t need to worry. The staff and doctors will help you in getting your eye area to shine again.

Fat Dissolving Injection – Everything you need to know

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Have you been struggling with a problem area on your face or body that seems to retain any excess fat? Or, are you one of those people that no matter how much exercise you do, your face stays the same way; chubby and rounded. It does not match your weight and body shape, even when resorting to exercise for weight loss.

There are times that you find yourself frantically searching online for remedies to get rid of the fats in your face, especially in your neck and chin areas. You have found that none of those tips and solutions work for you. Worry no more because, with today’s innovations in the beauty industry, you can quickly get rid of those stubborn fats from your face and neck through Fat Dissolving Injections. If you are searching for a remedy for excess fat, but are hesitant about an invasive procedure, keep on reading.

What is Fat Dissolving Injections?

Fat Dissolving Injections are also known by the terms non-surgical chin lift and contouring. They are a non-invasive treatment, as opposed to the surgical procedure of liposuction, that reduces small fat deposits. Official terms to refer to this treatment could also be injection lipolysis, with the trademark Lipodissolve. The first injection to be approved by the FDA in 2015 is called Kybella (sometimes Belkyra) which consists of the deoxycholic acid, a compound that dissolves fat and is naturally produced by the body. The popularity of these fat dissolving injections has increased over the years in a lot of countries.   This treatment, contrary to what people may think, is not only for the face area, but can also be administered to other body parts such as the knees, ankles, hips, thighs, upper arms, and even male breasts. 

Safety of the injection

Just like any clinical procedure, fat dissolving injection treatment also has its risks if not administered by an expert. According to Mr. Arturo Almeida and his research on how this procedure has trended, fat dissolving injections once decreased in demand.

This was due to adverse effects and lack of proof on its safety. However, because of further research and tweaks on its formulation, as well as approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), it’s popularity and demand has begun to increase over the recent years steeply.

Also, according to Dr. Barbara Strum’s, the risks in using fat dissolving injections to address excess fat are much lower as compared to liposuction. The lack of risks may be due to the fact that it does not require a surgical procedure.

Cost of injections

cheekbone surgery

Next thing you would ask, I know, would be the cost of this treatment. If you have a more extensive budget, you can opt for Kybella, Kabelline or Lipo Lab. These are the registered brands for fat-melting injections that are made specifically for the excess fat beneath the chin.

Fat dissolving treatment costs usually range between $1200-$1800 per session. Although other clinics may charge $300-$800, there are quite a variety of factors that cause the prize to vary — the main factor being the quality of the doctors work and the quality of the injection.

Cheaper does not always equate to better, particularly in the plastic surgery world. It may also depend on the size of the treatment area, the number of sessions, geographic location, and the doctor’s fee. No matter the cost of the treatment, you should always make sure that an expert is doing the procedure with reputable experience and credentials.

Procedure

You may imagine that getting injection lipolysis might give your face a swollen, deformed, and potentially irritated appearance. The good news is that is not the case for this treatment. The treatment does not particularly need anesthesia, but the doctor can give it to the patient if the patient prefers.

Most doctors will numb the area with an ice pack in the area that will be injected to numb it. Then, they will draw a grid pattern on the area of the treatment. This same pattern will be their guide when injecting the treatment. The procedure may be painful, depending on a person’s tolerance to pain.

Results and recovery

One of the upsides about Fat Dissolving Injection is that it does not have any significant downtime for recovery. Although redness, swelling, and pain may be felt in the area where the procedure was done, it is only standard and will heal in a matter of time. It takes around 6 to 8 weeks to see the results, and the effects of the treatment can last for an extensive amount of time, given that the patient does not gain weight.  

 

Benefits of Fat Dissolving Injection

Fat Dissolving injections have benefits not only appearance-wise, but also to your overall health physically, mentally, and even financially. Fat-dissolving injections can increase your confidence because they make you satisfied with how you look. Another benefit is that they are gentle and non-invasive.

The gentleness of the procedure allows the body to function as usual. In fact, the injections aid in producing collagen, thus making the injected area hear quickly and look natural. This treatment would require several sessions for the best results to take place. In this case, compared to surgical lipolysis, fat dissolving injections cost much less and may even only require two sessions depending on the amount of fat being eliminated.

Overall, fat dissolving injections can help in achieving your goals when it comes to your appearance with less invasive treatment. It does not require any significant downtime and allows you to go on with your day to day routine. Fat-dissolving injections are the complete beauty package for someone aspiring to get rid of that excess fat that diet nor exercise could ever fix.

Not only does this treatment give you good long-lasting results, but it is also proven to be safe. As compared to conventional liposuction, injection lipolysis is much less risky. It is a fast procedure with great results that will benefit your well-being. The cost of this procedure may vary from one patient to another. Remember, this may be because of factors such as location, doctor’s fees, sessions needed, and size of the area to be treated, to name a few.

If you are feeling more confident in your understanding of all the procedure details, feel free to reach out to us about getting your free consultation at any of our clinics. If you have any remaining concerns, call your dermatologist or local aesthetic clinic so that they can help you move forward with your beauty goals. Always remember to make sure that this procedure is performed by someone reputable.

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Getting Plastic Surgery in Korea

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Plastic surgery has been on the rise and brimming on the line of a trend for some years now. Many people have had a difficult time achieving comfort and confidence in their life due to complexes they have built over the years towards their body. Some people are limited in everyday bodily functions due to some irregularity.

Plastic surgery has been a solution they have turned to help face their problems. Originally, plastic surgery carried a stigma of shame, and many feared not only criticism from others, but the surgery itself.

Nowadays, many negative stigmas have progressed towards acceptance and indifference, as many embrace the mindset of “your body, your choice.” This mindset can mainly be seen as body positivity has been a forward trend. If you have been considering addressing long-term insecurities or living a more comfortable lifestyle, this article will hopefully guide your decision-making process.

 

First, you may ask,

why is plastic surgery so popular in South Korea?

Korea, in particular, is a society who has ingrained in their culture that appearance is key to achieving many of life’s successes. They are very prideful of the cohesiveness the culture boasts when it comes to keeping up with their appearance. In recent studies, most Koreans, particularly women in their 20s, voted that they care about their appearance.

The mindset in this culture is very accepting of self-improvement, and they embrace that one should feel confident in their skin, if not, change it. The idea of cosmetic surgery is viewed as an investment in one’s body as opposed to a sign of vanity, as it is often misinterpreted in Western culture. There are controversial discussions as far as whether a person truly wants to change, or if it is being forced upon them. Even in Korea itself, we can see this divide, though most people here opt for surgery out of their own will.

You may hear of cases where people feel they were ‘botched’ or regretted a procedure. In most of these situations, the patients themselves did not seek the surgery but were usually pushed into it by friends, a significant other or family.

Many patients as well do not regret having plastic surgery, but often regret only one procedure if they did not receive the desired results. This information should speak volumes on the fact that plastic surgery itself is not the issue, but the mindset of the patient undergoing surgery is significant in the perception of the outcome.

Under-eye fillers have several benefits not only for those who want to improve their appearance, but also those who are not a fan of surgical procedure and are too busy to take several days off to recuperate from a procedure. Some of the benefits of this treatment are the following: 

  • It is non-invasive and requires no downtime after the procedure
  • It is painless and safe 
  • The treatment is quick and will not take too much of your time 
  • Hyaluronic acid fillers that are used natural dissolve in the body over time 
  • The doctor can easily revert the results when it is not to the liking of the patient 
  • Provides solution for dark under-eye bags 
  • Improves appearance and gets rid of fatigue looking appearance  

Why South Korea Is the Plastic Surgery Capital of the World.

South Korea has a delicate balance of having the highest competition among surgeons as well as high demand for their skills. This fact in turn has generated the best quality of plastic surgery. This competition also creates the need to have an edge in pricing, since generally, the skill here is already quite impressive. Due to the perfect mixture of low prices but high-quality treatment, people from all over the world choose to have their procedures here.

Though plastic surgery is relatively new to South Korea and began being mastered around 50 years ago since then, it has evolved in its techniques. So much so that many plastic surgeons here have become leading specialists in some of the most common procedures such as rhinoplasty, double eyelid surgery, and breast augmentation. Additionally, they are also to be recognized for the creation of some treatments, such as calf reduction. There is a multitude of other reasons on a more personal scale that you can browse through here when considering your options.

Is it worth the risk to get plastic surgery in South Korea?

Understandably, an immediate concern for someone considering plastic surgery in Korea would be the fact that many patients do not live in South Korea. This concern can bring hesitation to many patients, as most are in a fragile and sensitive situation post-surgery, both mentally and physically. Many feel assurance from merely knowing they can contact their doctor in any case of emergency or simple inquiry.

The distance can sever the security a patient may feel with their doctor. Doctors are aware of this, which is why many offer their services for extended hours or through the aid of medical guide companies such as Seoul Guide Medical. This way, they can provide after-hours consultants, so there is always someone available to help.

They also advise an appropriate amount of time to remain in the country until they feel comfortable that the procedure was a success and the healing is simply in the patient’s hands. Many surgeons also follow-up with patients anywhere from 1-3 years after surgery to assure that the procedure went accordingly.

In the case of an extreme emergency, you should go to an emergency room regardless of how far your surgeon was from your current living location. Surgeons in South Korea particularly pride themselves in low incident rates but high satisfaction rates. People here are quick to blacklist clinics that have multiple incidents or forms of false advertising

What is the best way a foreigner can get plastic surgery in South Korea?

When considering getting plastic surgery, you should make a list of 5 main priorities;

  1. The Clinic

There are quite a handful of clinics in Korea, and it can be overwhelming when faced with the choice of which clinic will suit your needs best. There are a handful of websites that can be used to narrow down the search, with your most trusted being google. Simply typing “(Clinic Name) Reviews” is an underrated but handy tool. Make sure you browse a couple of pages into google. This is to assure you have done a thorough search of all positive and negative things that could come forward about the clinic. Some other great resources are;

  • RealSelf boosts reviews of millions of plastic surgery patients.
  • PurseBlog reviews Asian plastic surgery clinics.
  • Reddit is known for its variety in content relating to sifting through
      1. The Surgeon .

    Another huge factor in your decision is the person that will be in charge of the whole process. An important tip is to try searching for your specific procedure, as mainly plastic surgeons in Korea specialize in a few treatments. It would not be the same if a surgeon that specialized in facial contouring did your breast augmentation surgery. You can again turn to google, or the popular search engine in Korea called Naver, though a lot of information will be in Korean. You can then search for “breast augmentation doctors in Korea” to try to generate as many accurate results as possible. Make sure to browse their profiles thoroughly and check for their accreditation. Don’t be afraid to check the websites of the organizations they say they are a part of to see if their name truly is on the list of members.

Extra tip;    the standard structure of names in Korea is to put the last name first. Therefore when searching for reviews in English, remember that the name may be reversed from what Western culture is accustomed to. For example, “Cha Eun Woo” and “Eun Woo Cha” could be the same person.

  1. The Consultation

This step should always be free. If a clinic is asking you to pay for the consultation fee, your alarms should be going off that this may not be a trustworthy company. Many companies offer free online consultations as well. This way, you can message all your information and pictures to get an accurate plan before you arrive in Korea, or you can do a video consultation. This step is essential for setting up the best treatment plan. This step should also relieve some of the stress that may form from traveling for your procedure.

  1. You should ask for:
  2. Procedure steps
  3. Recovery process
  4. Post-op visits
  5. Pricing/payment options (for example installment plans)
  6. Before/After pictures of their patients
  7. Accommodation

       4. Accommodation

Make sure you find accommodation as close to your clinic as possible. Regardless of your procedure, you will not be 100% of your physical condition when leaving the clinic, and proximity will be a massive factor in how comfortable this experience is. It may also be difficult for you to navigate the public transportation if you cannot read Korean. Many companies now offer transportation and accommodation packages. These packages allow for your stay to be planned for you while being at the most proximal location to the clinic. Make sure to ask for the packages offered in regards to this.

    1. Price

Pricing is the most challenging topic to address. It can vary vastly depending on what procedure you are having done and if you are having more than one procedure done. On average, a few of the most common procedure prices are listed below. For more information, you can search for previous blog postings as most include general costs.

  • Rhinoplasty ~ $2000-$6000
  • Revision Rhinoplasty ~ $6000-$12000
  • Breast augmentation ~ $6000-$14000
  • Double Eyelid Surgery ~ $1500-$3500
  • Liposuction ~ $2000 depending on treatment area

How much money do I need to get plastic surgery in South Korea?

Pricing will have quite a wide range, but to be on the safer side, keep in mind you will need to pay for the travel to Korea as well as the procedure. You will also need accommodation, which is discussed previously in this blog as far as possible options you may have. With all these considerations, for a single simple procedure, it is safe to have at least $5000 saved up before considering surgery.

Is it cheaper to get plastic surgery in Korea?

On the same note, it is worth to discuss that even though the inclusion of travel to Korea, often the prices are still lower than you may find in your home country. The quality of treatment is also a significant consideration, mainly if the prices do fall closer to each other when deciding between coming here or receiving the procedure locally. Overall, coming to Korea for plastic surgery can be overwhelming. It is also important to remember that no surgery is going to be an easy process, as a lot of effort and consideration should go into every procedure. If you have been on the fence about receiving your procedure in this country, carefully comb through this article and make sure you are ticking off all things listed. The procedures here are meticulously performed by experienced surgeons who care about your results. The competitive pricing is, of course, something to note as well, but it is always most important to recognize quality is above all when receiving cosmetic surgery.

Double Chin Surgery – Everything you need to know

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Double chin surgery is heaven-sent kind of procedure for a lot of people who have problems getting rid of the excess fat under their chin. Double chins are cute to look at when it is on a baby, but not all adults want it as a part of their appearance.

No matter how much exercise you go through every single day, double chins can still exist because these are stubborn excess fats. Most have tried getting rid of that double chin through massages, rollers, facials, but nothing seems to work at all. If you have the same case, then a double chin surgery could be the answer to your problem.

double chin surgery before and after

About Double Chin Surgery

Double chin surgery can be done using a variety of procedures, and liposuction is one of those procedures. Chin liposuction, also called as submental liposuction or chin lipo is a procedure responsible for removing excess fat from the chin area.

Chin liposuction is the fastest way to get rid of excess fat in the chin area. This kind of double chin surgery is known to be non-invasive; thus, the recovery time is fast, the patient does not feel too much pain, and it does not have a long downtime.

Although it is a procedure to remove fat cells, chin liposuction or any form of liposuction is not a solution to those who want to lose weight since liposuction only deals with superficial fats, not the fats that are found deeper into the skin.

Who is Qualified to have a Double Chin Surgery?

Before a person can undergo chin liposuction or any liposuction for this matter, a doctor will first examine his health and lifestyle. Those who are allowed to have the procedure are the following:

  • Those who are in excellent health condition physically and mentally
  • Those who are within 25 pounds of his or her ideal body weight
  • Those who have fat deposits that cannot be removed by exercise and diet
  • Those who are 18 years old and above

 

Even if this procedure is non-invasive, there are still other individuals who are not qualified to undergo chin liposuction for reasons of health and lifestyle that may interfere with the procedure itself or during the healing process. The following individuals are not allowed to have chin liposuction:

  • Women who are currently pregnant and breastfeeding
  • Those who have health problems physically and mentally
  • Those who have diabetes, high blood pressure, poor blood circulation, heart and lung disease
  • Those who are taking maintenance that can cause blood-thinning
  • Those who are allergic to a substance used in the procedure called lidocaine

Double Chin Surgery Procedure

During a double chin surgery procedure, the equipment used is not important because the equipment will bring about the same results.

What matters for this procedure is the skill and expertise of the plastic surgeon in precisely removing those fats to get the desired result of the patient.

The duration of a double chin surgery procedure takes around 2-3 hours. Local anesthesia is used and paired with a sedation drug. Once the surgery has finished, the patient is required to stay in the hospital for another 2-3 hours to wake up from the anesthesia and also receive after surgical treatment.

The result of the procedure is evident right away, but the time for it to completely heal and look normal sans swelling and redness is about two months while the full setting will take at most 6-12 months.

The procedure starts with the surgeon administering local anesthesia to the patient, then does the following in order:

double chin surgery procedure

 

  1. A fat-dissolving laser is first used to dissolve lipocytes in the targeted area before liposuction; this helps in skin regeneration and collagen contraction as well as skin lifting.
  2. The surgeon then makes a small incision underneath the chin once the laser has removed the fat cells.
  3. He then inserts a small tube made of stainless steel known as a cannula.
  4. Once he has inserted the tube, the doctor can now remove the fats located between the skin and muscle. The fat is removed using a push-pull motion while the cannula suctions.
  5. When the surgeon has removed all the fats, he will stitch the incision that was made and covers it with a bandage as well as a chin brace to make sure that the area of the surgery is protected.

Recovery from Double Chin Surgery

Every individual is different when it comes to the recovery period after surgery. However, it is common for swelling and bruising to appear after the procedure.

Commonly, the swelling and bruising will disappear after 2-3 weeks, but you are required to wear a compression garment right after the surgery so that the fluids will not accumulate in the operated area and to help control swelling. Your chin will fully heal in about three months and will continue to do so until a year.

Non-surgical Alternative to Double Chin Surgery

A lot of people would want to have their double chin removed since it does not look appealing, but not all of them are willing to have it removed through a surgical procedure for personal reasons.

It is a good thing that there is a non-surgical way to remove a double chin, and that is through what they call as fat dissolving injections.

These fat dissolving injections contain deoxycholic acid, which is an enzyme naturally produced by the liver to break down excess fats. This kind of treatment only involves the surgeon injecting the injectable treatment using the guide pattern he drew below the chin.

Fat-dissolving injection as an alternative to the double chin surgery is considered safe and approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA). However, the downtime for these fat dissolving injections is much longer than the double chin surgery.

The desired result will take effect after 2-3 sessions of the injectable treatment, which are spaced at four weeks, unlike the chin lipo wherein the results can already be noticed right after the procedure.

To conclude, the chin liposuction is one kind of procedure under double chin surgery that helps in removing stubborn excess fats that exercise and diet cannot solve.

Not all people are qualified for this kind of procedure since there are substances used that may cause a negative reaction on others. Before the procedure, approval from the doctor is a must.

Double chin surgery has two options for patients whether they would want the surgical or the non-surgical. With the surgical method, it only takes one session to achieve the results that the patient desires, given that the surgeon was able to do the surgery properly. On the other hand, the non-surgical approach, which is the fat dissolving injection takes two to three sessions to get a good result.

Overall, double chin surgery or chin liposuction for this matter gives instant results to people who have gone through the procedure. As effective as the surgery may be, and as long-lasting, the effect could get, problems with a double chin can still manifest again if the patient is not careful with his or her weight gain.

Also, the aging process is inevitable and should be expected to have its effect on the area of the procedure as time goes by. So, if you are one of those who have been desiring to get rid of those pesky fats in your chin, contact Seoul Guide Medical through our website, and we will help you with your double chin problem.