Eye Plastic Surgery Cost in Korea Explained

Eye Plastic Surgery Cost in Korea Explained

Eye plastic surgery is one of the most common cosmetic procedures in Korea — and pricing can vary widely depending on procedure type, clinic reputation, location, surgeon expertise, and included services. This guide breaks down typical cost ranges and what influences pricing so you know what to expect.

🔎 Why Costs Vary in Korea

Unlike fixed global pricing, eye surgery costs in Korea are influenced by:

🏙 Clinic Location
• Seoul clinics, especially in Gangnam, tend to be more expensive.
• Local or provincial clinics may offer lower base prices.

👨‍⚕️ Surgeon Experience
• Highly experienced or highly credentialed surgeons usually charge more.
• Revision or complex cases typically cost more than primary surgery.

🧠 Technique & Technology
• Simultaneous laser skin tightening, fat repositioning, or conservative approaches can increase fees.
• Anesthesia, surgical assistants, and operating room time affect cost too.

📦 What the Package Includes
• Some quoted prices include surgeon fee, anesthesia, facility fee, follow-ups, and suture removal.
• Others are surgeon fee only, with add-ons for everything else.

📌 Seasonal Promotions & Consultation Deals
Many Korean clinics offer promotional pricing or packaged bundles that include non-surgical follow-ups.

💉 Common Eye Procedures & Typical Costs in Korea

💡 All figures are approximate and vary by clinic and case complexity.

👁 Double Eyelid Surgery (Upper Blepharoplasty)

• Basic upper eyelid crease creation
➡️ ~₩800,000 – ₩2,200,000
(Complex crease design, asymmetry correction or revision can cost more)

👁 Lower Eyelid Surgery (Eye Bag Removal / Rejuvenation)

• Fat repositioning / removal
➡️ ~₩1,200,000 – ₩3,500,000
• Combined with laser tightening / skin refinement
➡️ ~₩2,000,000 – ₩4,000,000+

🔄 Revision Eyelid Surgery

• Correcting prior surgery results
➡️ ~₩2,000,000 – ₩5,000,000+
(Revision tends to be more costly due to complexity)

👁 Combined Upper & Lower Eyelid Surgery

• Both eyelids in one session
➡️ ~₩2,000,000 – ₩5,000,000+
(Pricing reflects added OR time and surgeon expertise)

👁 Eyelid Crease Adjustment / Removal

• Softening, lowering, or naturalizing existing crease
➡️ ~₩1,000,000 – ₩3,500,000
(Varies by revision technique and severity)

🧑‍⚕️ What’s Usually Included (and What’s Not)

💡 Included in many packages:
✔ Surgeon’s fee
✔ Anesthesia fee
✔ Operating room / facility fee
✔ Follow-ups & suture removal
✔ Basic post-op care items

⚠ May NOT be included in base price:
✘ Pre-surgical lab tests
✘ Anesthesia upgrades (IV sedation vs local)
✘ Post-op laser or RF touch-ups
✘ Medications after surgery
✘ Revision fee if needed later
✘ Transfer, translator, or hotel stay

Always clarify exactly what’s included before booking.

🎯 Typical Cost Influencers Explained

📌 Surgeon Reputation

Top specialists with decades of experience often command higher fees — but many patients find the quality of outcome and lower revision risk may justify the cost.

🔬 Technique Differences

• Fat repositioning typically costs more than simple removal because it requires advanced contouring.
• Laser-assisted blepharoplasty or combined tightening increases time and equipment costs.

🕒 Anesthesia Type

• Local anesthesia alone → usually cheaper
• IV sedation or general anesthesia → adds cost (~₩200,000 – ₩500,000 extra)

🏥 Facility Level

• Premium facilities with advanced equipment and international services often charge more than smaller clinics.

🛠 Non-Surgical Adjuncts (Separate from Surgery)

These help refine or maintain results but are not typically included in surgical pricing:

• Under-eye fillers: ₩300,000 – ₩700,000 per syringe
• Skin boosters / exosome injections: ₩300,000 – ₩1,200,000
• RF / laser tightening: ₩200,000 – ₩600,000 per session
• PRP / regenerative injections: ₩250,000 – ₩1,000,000 per session

Combining non-surgical treatments with surgical plans is common in Korea but usually priced separately.

💡 Tips to Navigate Pricing in Korea

✅ Get a detailed quote in writing
Ask for a written breakdown of surgeon fee, facility fee, anesthesia, follow-ups, and potential extras.

✅ Clarify revision policy
Some clinics include a revision guarantee within a set period, while others charge separately.

✅ Compare surgeons, not just prices
Lower price doesn’t always mean better value — especially around eyes, where precision matters.

✅ Ask about follow-up care
Ensure follow-up visits and suture removal are included (often essential for optimal healing).

🩹 Patient Experience & Value

In Korea, many patients choose eye plastic surgery not based solely on price, but on:

✨ Natural, balanced results
✨ Detailed pre-surgical diagnostics
✨ Conservative approaches to avoid overcorrection
✨ Strong revision and follow-up support

Quality and safety are often prioritized over the lowest price.