SAERO Plastic Surgery
SAERO Plastic Surgery
Republic of Korea, Seoul
The cost of laser scar removal in South Korea typically ranges from $100 to $600. Prices vary depending on the type of laser used (such as fractional CO2 or erbium), the number and size of scars, and the clinic’s reputation. In the United States, the average cost is $3,000 (per ASDS). Laser scar removal in South Korea is about 90% less than in the U.S.
Korean clinics usually include a consultation, the laser procedure, topical anesthesia, and follow-up visits in the quoted price. In the U.S., anesthesia, aftercare creams, and additional sessions are often billed separately. Always confirm which services and how many sessions are included at your chosen clinic.
| Republic of Korea | Turchia | Stati Uniti | |
| Laser scar removal | da $64 | da $350 | da $2,000 |
| Scar revision | da $300 | da $3,000 | da $3,500 |
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Fahad MawloodDr. Choi Min Hyub is a certified teaching specialist in plastic surgery with extensive credentials in laser treatments.
Yeom Jihye specializes in laser treatments with prestigious memberships in leading Korean aesthetic and laser societies.
Dr. Park specializes in laser scar removal with a decade of leadership in dermatology and anti-aging, combining lasers, injectables, and regenerative therapies for natural results.
Dr. Jiwoo Kim specializes in laser scar removal at BIOFACE Clinic, focusing on delivering precise and effective treatments.
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 |
Healthcare is the key development sector of the Korean government. The Korean authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 1 billion a year for medical tourists attraction.
According to Mark Britnell, hospitals dominate the health system. 94% of hospitals are privately owned.
In South Korea, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.
Today, South Korea has visa-free agreements with 112 states. None visa is required for stays under 90 days or less. To stay longer in this country, you need a visa. What states need a visa for treatment in South Korea and what countries can cross the border free and easy read here.
Visas for travel to South Korea require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. Lists of documents includes:
According to ASPS statistics, 17.7 mln cosmetic surgeries and 5.8 mln reconstructive procedures have been performed in 2018. Among cosmetic procedures the most popular are:
Tumor removal, laceration repair, maxillofacial surgery, scar revision, hand surgery are the most common operations in the context of reconstructive surgery.