WOOA Plastic Surgery › Lifting
Facial fat grafting — WOOA Plastic Surgery
Fat harvested from the patient's own thighs, abdomen or other areas is purified by centrifugation and injected into facial areas lacking volume, such as the cheeks, forehead and nasolabial folds. The clinic states that the purified fat is divided into small particles and injected in several layers. Price: KRW 1,000,000~ Per the clinic's surgery information: procedure time about 1–2 hours, sedation, recovery period 7 days, stitch removal at 7 days.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fat grafting (clinic fee schedule item, not broken down by area) | KRW 1,000,000 ~ KRW 6,600,000 | Fee schedule range KRW 1M–6.6M, VAT not included; varies with consultation and condition (fee schedule range) (June 15, 2026 as of) |
Who this is for
- Those who look older or sharper because of low facial volume
- Those who prefer to avoid implants and other foreign materials
- Those concerned about hollows at the forehead, temples, under-eyes or cheeks
How it is done
(1) Fat is harvested from areas with ample fat, such as the thighs or buttocks; (2) it is purified with a centrifuge to extract pure fat; (3) the purified fat is mixed with autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and injected layer by layer into the target areas. The clinic explains that the fat is divided into small particles prior to injection. Following surgery, swelling-reduction injections, LED laser treatment and cold/warm compresses are used.
Recovery timeline
- Operation timeAbout 1–2 hours
- AnesthesiaSedation (IV sleep anesthesia)
- Recovery period (as stated by the clinic)7 days
- Stitch removal7 days
- After-careSwelling-reduction injections, LED laser treatment, cold and warm compresses
- 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 fat hardening (induration) and fat necrosis as side effects of fat grafting.
- How much of the grafted fat survives differs from person to person, so the lasting volume varies.
- Swelling, bruising and scars can also occur at the donor sites.
Results and recovery vary by individual. Possible complications are explained during consultation.
For international patients
- The clinic website (ABOUT WOOA) states that interpreters and 24-hour care staff are available. Supported languages are not listed on the website, so please confirm during consultation.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the procedure, what anesthesia is used and how long is recovery?
Per the clinic's surgery information, about 1–2 hours under sedation, with a stated recovery period of 7 days and stitch removal at 7 days. Actual recovery differs between individuals.
Where is the fat taken from?
The clinic states that fat is harvested from areas with ample fat, such as the thighs, abdomen or buttocks.
Which areas can be treated?
The clinic lists the forehead, glabella, temples, front cheekbones, nasolabial folds, hollow eyelids, under-eyes (dark circles), cheeks and a recessed chin.
How much does it cost?
The clinic's non-covered fee schedule (as of 2026-06-15) lists 'Fat grafting' at KRW 1M–6.6M (VAT not included). The schedule does not break this down by individual procedure, and the fee depends on consultation and your condition.
Who performs the procedure?
The clinic's lifting pages do not name the operating surgeon. Please confirm the doctor in charge during consultation.
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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