Dream Plastic Surgery — FAQ

The questions patients ask most, each linked to the procedure page or clip that explains it further (70 answers).

About the hospital

  • Where is Dream Plastic Surgery and which languages are supported?

    Dream Plastic Surgery is at Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea (near Cheongdam Station, Line 7). Consultations are handled in Korean, English and Thai, and the reservation line is +82-2-544-0480.

  • What does this hub cover?

    32 procedures, 60 published before & after cases and 6 doctor profiles, grouped into treatment areas: Eye surgery · Rhinoplasty · Facial contouring & jaw · Breast surgery · Body & liposuction · Injectables · Anti-aging & lifting.

  • How do I find a specific procedure?

    Type a procedure or keyword into the search box above — Thai and English both work, e.g. V-Line, rhinoplasty or jaw. You can also filter by treatment area to see only the procedures in that group.

  • Are the before & after photos reliable?

    All 60 cases are adapted from material Dream Plastic Surgery published officially, labelled with the treatment area and the follow-up interval where the hospital stated one. Individual results still vary with bone structure, skin quality, age and aftercare.

  • What are the doctors specialised in?

    The 6 listed doctors cover plastic surgery, oral & maxillofacial surgery, anaesthesiology and dermatology. Each profile lists education, experience and specialties.

  • Can I book an appointment from this page?

    No. This hub is an editorial reference, not a booking agent. For appointments or case assessment, contact Dream Plastic Surgery directly by phone or through its official website.

Procedure & video Q&A

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  • How do the suture and incision methods differ?

    The suture method swells less and heals faster on thin lids; the incision method removes excess fat and skin for a more durable fold.

    Double eyelid surgery
  • How many days should I stay in Korea?

    Usually 5-7 days, enough for suture removal and a follow-up check before flying.

    Double eyelid surgery
  • Will the scar show?

    The scar sits in the inner-corner crease; early redness fades within 3-6 months.

    Epicanthoplasty & lateral canthoplasty
  • Can the corner close up again?

    Some contraction can occur during healing, so the design allows for it from the start.

    Epicanthoplasty & lateral canthoplasty
  • How is it different from under-eye filler?

    Filler is temporary and can look lumpy; repositioning corrects both the bag and the trough at once and lasts far longer.

    Under-eye fat repositioning
  • How long does bruising last?

    Bruising settles in 1-2 weeks, with fine swelling resolving over 1-3 months.

    Under-eye fat repositioning
  • What age is it suitable for?

    It depends on laxity rather than age; some patients need it from their late thirties.

    Upper & lower blepharoplasty
  • Will the eye look hollow after fat removal?

    Fat is preserved where possible and repositioned rather than removed in deep-set eyes.

    Upper & lower blepharoplasty
  • Must it be done with double-eyelid surgery?

    In most cases yes, because the muscle is reached through the same crease line.

    Ptosis correction
  • Is revision ever needed?

    A small share of patients need a level adjustment, usually assessed after swelling settles at about 3 months.

    Ptosis correction
  • Silicone or cartilage?

    The dorsum usually takes an implant for a straight line, while the tip uses the patient's own cartilage for safety and a natural look.

    Rhinoplasty (augmentation)
  • How long is the swelling?

    Obvious swelling settles in the first two weeks; the final shape appears at 3-6 months.

    Rhinoplasty (augmentation)
  • Can a crooked nose be straightened?

    Yes, by realigning the bone and septum, though the outcome depends on the original deviation and may not be perfectly straight.

    Rhinoplasty by nose type
  • Will breathing improve?

    If the cause is a deviated septum, septal correction can improve airflow.

    Rhinoplasty by nose type
  • How long must I wait before revision?

    At least six months after the previous surgery so the tissue and scar have settled.

    Revision rhinoplasty
  • How many revisions are possible?

    Each revision thins the tissue further, so the plan should aim to finish in one operation.

    Revision rhinoplasty
  • Is the alar scar visible?

    It sits in the alar crease and fades over time, provided sun protection is used.

    Nose reduction
  • Will the nostrils become too small?

    The amount removed is limited by airflow and facial proportion, so the nostrils are not narrowed excessively.

    Nose reduction
  • Is everyone a candidate?

    Not everyone; if the tip or framework needs significant work, the open approach gives better precision.

    Closed rhinoplasty
  • Is the result very different from the open method?

    For dorsal augmentation alone the results are similar; the open method controls tip detail better.

    Closed rhinoplasty