VG Plastic Surgery
The cost of buccal fat extraction in South Korea typically ranges from $700 to $1,300. Prices can vary based on the clinic, the surgeon’s expertise, and whether the procedure is combined with other facial contouring. In the United States, the average price is $6,000 (per ASPS). This means buccal fat extraction in South Korea can be about 83% less than in the U.S.
South Korean clinics usually include the surgeon’s fee, local anesthesia, pre-op consultation, post-op medications, and follow-up visits in the price. In the U.S., the listed price often covers only the surgeon’s fee, with anesthesia, facility, and aftercare billed separately. Always confirm what’s included with each clinic before booking.
| Republic of Korea | Turchia | Stati Uniti | |
| Buccal Fat Extraction | da $746 | da $1,979 | da $4,500 |
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Fahad MawloodBoard-certified plastic surgeon with a focus on precision and patient-centered care, Dr. Park excels in facial contouring procedures like buccal fat extraction.
Dr. Minhee Ryu is a globally recognized expert in facial rejuvenation, specializing in buccal fat extraction at RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul.
Dr. Jae Un Lee specializes in facial plastic surgery with over 10 years of experience, including expert buccal fat extraction at Onlif Plastic Surgery Korea.
Dr. Yoon Eul-sik is an experienced Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon with 35+ years of experience and membership in several prestigious societies, including The Korean Medical Association, Korean Society of Association of Microsurgery, and American Society of Plastic Surgery. He specialises in Plastic Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, Aesthetic Surgery, Laser Hair Removal, Laser Facial Rejuvenation, Fraxel Lasers, Cosmetic Breast Surgery, and Liposuction.
Currency | South Korean Won (you also can pay for services in dollars) |
Best period for the trip | April, May & June or September, October & November. |
Language | Korean (most of medical staff speaks English fluently) |
Visa | none required for stays under 90 days or less |
Time difference with Europe | 9 hours |
Time difference with the USA | 9 hours |
Capital | Seoul |
Medical tourism center | Seoul |
Popular resorts | Gangwon-do, Gyeongju, Boseong, Jeju |
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