WOOA Plastic Surgery › Frequently asked questions
How much does a neck lift cost in South Korea?
WOOA Plastic Surgery — Price (as published by the clinic): KRW 2,000,000 ~ KRW 15,000,000. A lifting operation for neck wrinkles, loose skin and a double chin that lifts the SMAS layer as well as the skin surface. The clinic divides the approach into non-incisional (threads or a special band) and incisional methods according to the wrinkle pattern.
November 3, 2026 · Prices checked 2026-11-03 · Source: WOOA official website (clinic fee schedule 2026-06-15) · updated when the clinic website changes
Price (as published by the clinic)
| Item | Price | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Neck lift | KRW 2,000,000 ~ KRW 15,000,000 | Fee schedule range KRW 2M–15M, VAT not included; varies with consultation and condition (fee schedule range) |
How it is done
The method depends on the wrinkle pattern. (1) Non-incisional: for milder neck wrinkles, horizontal lines are improved with a thread lift or a special elastic band. (2) Behind-the-ear incision: an incision along the hairline behind the ear allows the SMAS to be released, loose skin excised and fixed, and the platysma muscle that causes wrinkles to be tightened. (3) Double-chin muscle tightening: a 2–3 cm incision under the centre of the chin is used to suction fat under the chin with a fine cannula, and the loose platysma muscles on both sides are brought together and tied in the middle. The clinic combines the behind-the-ear incision and muscle tightening when vertical neck bands are deep. The clinic states that hairline incisions are made at a 45-degree angle to reduce strain on the hair follicles.
Recovery timeline
- Operation time2 hours
- AnesthesiaSedation (IV sleep anesthesia)
- Recovery period (as stated by the clinic)7 days
- Incision siteHairline behind the ear (behind-the-ear incision); 2–3 cm under the centre of the chin (muscle tightening)
- Swelling and bruisingSwelling and bruising can occur after surgery, and recovery speed varies between individuals.
Risks and side effects
- The clinic notes that general complications such as bleeding, inflammation and infection can occur following surgery, so care is needed.
- Swelling and bruising can occur after surgery, and recovery speed and results vary with each person's condition.
- The clinic mentions hair loss at the incision and nerve injury as possible side effects of lifting surgery, and scars can remain at the incision.
Results and recovery vary by individual. Possible complications are explained during consultation.
Procedures
Frequently asked questions
How long is the operation, what anesthesia is used and how long is recovery?
Per the clinic's surgery information, the operation takes 2 hours under sedation, and the recovery period is stated as 7 days. Actual recovery differs between individuals.
Where is the incision (scar)?
The behind-the-ear incision follows the hairline behind the ear; double-chin muscle tightening uses a 2–3 cm incision under the centre of the chin. For milder wrinkles, threads or a special band can be used without an incision. How visible the scar remains differs between individuals.
How do the non-incisional and incisional methods differ?
Per the clinic's comparison table, the non-incisional method is a simple lift using a special elastic band that improves wrinkles according to their depth, while the incisional method pulls the loose skin, SMAS and muscle layers to correct vertical bands, the jawline and loose muscle together.
How much does it cost?
The clinic's non-covered fee schedule (as of 2026-06-15) lists 'Lifting' at KRW 2M–15M (VAT not included). The schedule does not break this down by individual procedure, and the fee depends on consultation and your condition.
Location and hours
| Address | HM Tower, 492 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul |
|---|---|
| Getting here | About 2 minutes on foot from Exit 3 of Sinnonhyeon Station (Line 9), about 6 minutes from Exit 3 of Nonhyeon Station (Sinbundang Line). Plastic surgery on floors 3–6 (dermatology on 10 and 12). Mechanical parking in the building (large sedans, electric vehicles and SUVs cannot be parked). |
| Hours | Plastic surgery hours: Mon–Thu 10:00–19:00, Fri 10:00–20:30 (evening clinic), Sat 10:00–17:00, public holidays 10:00–17:00, closed on Sundays. Dermatology hours differ. |
| Phone | 1600-5319 |
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