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Nevus of Ota treatment — WOOA Plastic Surgery
Nevus of Ota is a broad bluish or blackish patch around the eyes and on the cheeks; because it resembles melasma, it is often mistaken for it. The WOOA dermatology website introduces the Clarity laser, which uses two wavelengths (755 nm and 1064 nm), as its treatment. Procedure time listed by the clinic: from 10 minutes. Anesthesia, recovery period and treatment interval are not listed, so please confirm at consultation. This summary is based on an older image page of the WOOA dermatology website; please confirm the devices and options currently used at consultation.
November 3, 2026 · Prices checked 2026-11-03 · Source: WOOA official website (clinic fee schedule 2026-06-15) · updated when the clinic website changes
Who this is for
- Those with a broad bluish or blackish patch around the eyes or on the cheeks
- Those who want a diagnosis of whether it is melasma or nevus of Ota
How it is done
The clinic explains that nevus of Ota may begin after puberty or in one's 20s–30s and lists UV exposure, genetic factors, stress and pregnancy as related factors. It notes that pigmentation disorders vary (freckles, melasma, nevus of Ota, etc.), so each lesion should be treated according to its condition, and says the Clarity laser with dual 755 nm and 1064 nm wavelengths is used.
Recovery timeline
The website does not list a recovery period. Treatment of pigment located in the dermis generally may require multiple sessions; the interval and number are decided at examination.
Risks and side effects
- Temporary redness, swelling, bruising and crusting may occur after treatment.
- Rarely, hyperpigmentation (darkening), hypopigmentation, burns or scarring may occur.
- The number of sessions and degree of change depend on the depth and extent of the pigment.
- Results, recovery speed and the number of sessions needed vary with skin condition, and suitability is decided at consultation and examination.
Results and recovery vary by individual. Possible complications are explained during consultation.
Frequently asked questions
How is nevus of Ota distinguished from melasma?
The clinic explains that nevus of Ota is a broad bluish or blackish patch around the eyes and cheeks, often mistaken for melasma because it looks similar. An accurate distinction is made at examination.
Which laser is used?
The clinic introduces the Clarity laser using two wavelengths, 755 nm and 1064 nm. Please confirm the number of sessions and interval at consultation.
Location and hours
| Address | HM Tower, 492 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul |
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| 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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