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INTERNATIONAL PATIENT CARE

International Patients

From Consultation to Recovery,
Guided Every Step of the Way.

Patients travel from around the world seeking specialized lower eyelid surgery and
revision surgery in Korea. Our team provides support throughout the consultation,
treatment, and recovery process.

A Personalized Consultation Process

Every treatment plan begins with understanding the patient’s concerns, anatomy, and surgical history.
For international patients, consultation may begin remotely through photographs and medical history review before traveling to Korea.
The objective is not simply to determine whether surgery is possible, but whether surgery is appropriate.

Your Journey to Korea

Traveling for surgery requires careful planning.
Our team assists international patients throughout the process, including consultation scheduling, treatment planning, and postoperative follow-up.
From the initial inquiry to recovery after surgery, communication remains an important part of the patient experience.

Surgery and Recovery

Lower eyelid surgery is performed with a focus on safety, preservation, and long-term stability.
Recovery varies from patient to patient.
Most patients remain in Korea long enough for early follow-up visits before returning home, while continued communication remains available throughout the recovery process.
Understanding both the possibilities and limitations of surgery is an essential part of achieving successful outcomes.

Why Patients Travel to Korea

Korea has become one of the world’s leading destinations for eyelid surgery.
Patients seeking lower eyelid surgery often travel internationally because of the experience, specialization, and focused expertise available within Korea.
At Ahnsungmin Plastic Surgery, treatment is directed by a single surgeon from consultation through follow-up care, ensuring continuity throughout the treatment process.

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International Patient FAQ

The recommended length of stay depends on the procedure performed and your individual recovery process. Most international patients stay in Korea for approximately 7–10 days to allow for surgery, early recovery, and postoperative evaluation before returning home.

Yes. Initial evaluation may begin remotely before your visit to Korea. Patients can submit photographs and a description of their concerns to determine whether lower eyelid surgery or revision surgery may be appropriate before making travel arrangements.

The cost of lower eyelid surgery varies depending on skin laxity, fat protrusion, eyelid support requirements, and the overall surgical plan.

For international patients, primary lower eyelid surgery generally ranges from approximately USD 4,000 to USD 5,000.

A personalized evaluation is recommended because every patient’s condition is different.

Revision lower eyelid surgery is often more complex than primary surgery and may involve scar tissue, previous fat removal, eyelid retraction, skin shortage, or structural support issues.

Depending on previous surgical history, the number of prior procedures, and the complexity of the revision, revision lower eyelid surgery typically ranges from approximately USD 6,000 to USD 8,000.

Candidates typically include patients with under-eye bags, excess lower eyelid skin, lower eyelid laxity, or age-related changes around the eyes. A consultation is necessary to determine the most appropriate treatment approach.

Yes. Many international patients travel to Korea specifically for evaluation and treatment of previous lower eyelid surgery concerns. Common reasons for revision include persistent eye bags, hollowing, asymmetry, eyelid retraction, and dissatisfaction with a previous surgical outcome.

Yes. Recovery continues after returning home, and communication remains available throughout the postoperative period. Follow-up guidance, recovery monitoring, and postoperative questions can be addressed remotely when necessary.

Korea is recognized internationally for its extensive experience in eyelid surgery and facial aesthetic procedures. Many international patients seek treatment in Korea because of specialized surgical expertise, individualized treatment planning, and comprehensive postoperative care.

Yes. At AHNSUNGMIN Plastic Surgery, lower eyelid surgery is performed under local anesthesia. This allows the surgeon to monitor eyelid position and symmetry during the procedure while helping patients recover more comfortably.

Most international patients can safely return home approximately 7–10 days after surgery, depending on the procedure and their recovery. We provide personalized recommendations based on your healing progress.

The incision is carefully placed just below the eyelashes or inside the lower eyelid, depending on the surgical approach. In most patients, scars become increasingly difficult to notice as healing progresses.

Most patients visit the clinic several times during the first week after surgery. Additional follow-up appointments are scheduled based on your recovery, and long-term follow-up can often be continued through online communication after you return home.

Yes. Many patients benefit from combining lower blepharoplasty with fat repositioning when under-eye bags and hollow tear troughs are present together. The surgical plan is customized according to each patient’s anatomy.

Age alone is not the deciding factor. Many patients in their 50s, 60s, and even 70s undergo lower eyelid surgery successfully. The decision depends on your overall health, skin condition, and individual anatomy.

The process usually begins with an online photo consultation. After reviewing your photographs and medical history, we discuss whether surgery is appropriate, recommend a treatment plan, and help coordinate your consultation, surgery date, and follow-up schedule before your trip to Korea.

Initial improvement is visible once the early swelling subsides, but the final result develops gradually over several months as the tissues settle and heal. Patience during recovery is an important part of achieving a natural, long-lasting outcome.

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Whether you are considering lower eyelid surgery for the first time or seeking revision surgery, the first step is a careful evaluation and realistic treatment plan.

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