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Functional rhinoplasty — WOOA Plastic Surgery
Functional rhinoplasty corrects nasal obstruction caused by internal structure — such as a deviated septum, hypertrophic rhinitis or nasal valve stenosis — and, if needed, corrects the shape of the nose at the same time. The clinic website states that the structural cause is diagnosed with 3D-CT and surgery is planned by type. Price: KRW 50,000~ The clinic lists deviated septum (J34.2) and hypertrophic rhinitis (J34.3, J30.4) as covered by National Health Insurance, and nasal valve reconstruction (M95.0) as a statutory non-covered item, and advises checking claim eligibility with your insurer based on the diagnosis.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rhinoplasty (clinic fee schedule item) | KRW 900,000 ~ KRW 5,000,000 | VAT not included; varies with consultation and condition (fee schedule range) (June 15, 2026 as of) |
| Nasal CT scan (clinic fee schedule item) | KRW 50,000 ~ KRW 100,000 | VAT not included; varies with consultation and condition (fee schedule range) (June 15, 2026 as of) |
Who this is for
- Those with a deviated septum causing one-sided blockage or breathing difficulty
- Those with thickened nasal mucosa causing chronic blockage or snoring that does not improve with medication
- Those with a narrowed nasal valve causing stuffiness when breathing or mouth breathing during sleep
- Those considering functional improvement together with a change in nose shape
How it is done
According to the clinic website, a 3D-CT scan taken prior to surgery is used to analyse the internal structure of the nose, the cartilage, the skin layers and any functional problems, and the findings are reflected in the surgical plan. For a deviated septum, the deviated septum and bone are removed and the cartilage is straightened. For hypertrophic rhinitis (turbinate hypertrophy), the enlarged inferior turbinate and mucosa are shrunk with a radiofrequency device. For nasal valve stenosis, when the lateral alar cartilage has weakened, cartilage or skin is grafted on the outside to widen the valve (external valve graft); when the internal valve is narrowed, part of the septal cartilage is harvested and grafted to the roof inside the nose (internal valve graft), according to the clinic. If needed, cosmetic correction such as short-nose rhinoplasty or rhinoplasty without implants is performed together. An anesthesiologist monitors the patient during surgery; consultation, design and the operation are handled by the assigned surgeon, and aftercare consists of follow-up checks by that surgeon and 1:1 care by a dedicated coordinator, according to the clinic.
Recovery timeline
- Surgery detailsThis page does not list operation time, anesthesia, hospital stay or stitch removal, so please confirm them during consultation.
- AftercareAccording to the clinic, the assigned surgeon checks your progress and a dedicated coordinator provides 1:1 care.
- Individual variationHow quickly swelling and bruising settle, and when you can return to daily life, differ from person to person, so please confirm this against your own schedule during consultation.
Risks and side effects
- The clinic states that, depending on individual recovery, common side effects such as bleeding, inflammation and infection can occur after surgery.
- Swelling and bruising can occur, and asymmetry or a shape different from what was expected may require further correction.
- Results vary with individual factors such as skin thickness and cartilage condition.
- The degree of symptom improvement depends on the cause and individual condition, and blockage may remain or recur.
- When cartilage or dermis is harvested, the donor site (inside the nose, ear, rib or buttock) may have discomfort such as pain or a scar.
Results and recovery vary by individual. Possible complications are explained during consultation.
Frequently asked questions
Is functional rhinoplasty covered by insurance?
The clinic lists deviated septum and hypertrophic rhinitis as covered items and nasal valve reconstruction as a statutory non-covered item. It advises checking actual claim eligibility and documents with your insurer based on the diagnosis; cosmetic correction falls under the rhinoplasty fee (non-covered) on the fee schedule.
Which conditions are corrected?
The clinic describes deviated septum (the septum bends and narrows one nostril), hypertrophic rhinitis (the nasal mucosa thickens) and nasal valve stenosis (the air passage inside the nose narrows).
What tests are done prior to surgery?
According to the clinic, a 3D-CT scan analyses the internal structure of the nose, cartilage, skin layers and functional problems, and the results are reflected in the surgical plan. A nasal CT scan is listed separately on the clinic fee schedule at KRW 50,000–100,000 (VAT not included).
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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