WOOA Plastic Surgery › Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between buried-suture and incisional double eyelid surgery?
According to the clinic website, the buried-suture method creates the crease through 2–4 small holes in the eyelid, the partial incision method creates the crease through a small 2–3 mm incision while removing thick fat, and the incisional method cuts the skin along the crease and trims sagging skin, muscle and fat. Operation time is 30 minutes to 1 hour under local or sedation anesthesia with no hospital stay, and the fee schedule lists eye surgery at KRW 350,000–4,000,000 (VAT not included; varies with consultation and condition).
November 3, 2026 · Prices checked 2026-11-03 · Source: WOOA official website (clinic fee schedule 2026-06-15) · updated when the clinic website changes
Comparison by method
| Buried-suture | Partial incision | Incisional | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Method | Crease made through 2–4 small holes in the eyelid | Crease made through a small 2–3 mm incision while removing thick fat | Skin cut along the desired crease, then sagging skin, muscle and fat are trimmed |
| Suited to, per the clinic | Those who want a crease without a skin incision | Those concerned about excess eyelid fat | Eyelids that sag and are thick |
| Incision line | No skin incision | A small incision of about 2–3 mm | Placed inside the crease line |
| Stitches | No stitch removal (per the clinic) | Confirm during consultation | Removed 7 days after surgery per the surgery information table |
| Points to note | The crease can loosen over time | Results vary with individual condition | An incision scar remains; how long it takes to settle varies by person |
Common surgery details
| Item | Clinic surgery information |
|---|---|
| Operation time | 30 minutes to 1 hour |
| Anesthesia | Local or sedation anesthesia by an anesthesiologist |
| Hospital stay | Not required |
| Cost (fee schedule) | Eye surgery KRW 350,000–4,000,000 (VAT not included; varies with consultation and condition) |
How the method is chosen
The clinic states that eye shape, face shape and skin condition are assessed together during consultation, the need for fat removal or repositioning is judged, and the surgical plan is set with a preview of the double eyelid line. The suitable method depends on eyelid thickness, the amount of fat and skin laxity.
Types of crease line
- In-line: part of the starting point of the crease is hidden
- In-out line: the line rises toward the outer end
- Semi-out line: the starting point is slightly higher than an in-line
- Out-line: the starting point is fully raised
Price (as published by the clinic)
| Item | Price | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Double eyelid surgery | KRW 350,000 ~ KRW 4,000,000 | VAT not included; varies with consultation and condition (fee schedule range) |
| Eye revision surgery | KRW 1,100,000 ~ KRW 6,000,000 | VAT not included; varies with consultation and condition (fee schedule range) |
Risks and side effects
- Swelling, bruising, pain, bleeding and infection can occur.
- Asymmetry or a difference from the desired shape may require correction or revision.
- With the buried-suture method, the crease can loosen over time.
- The incisional method leaves an incision scar, and how long and how much it takes to settle varies by person.
- The clinic states that common complications such as bleeding, inflammation and infection can occur after surgery.
Results and recovery vary by individual. Possible complications are explained during consultation.
Procedures
Frequently asked questions
Which suits me, buried-suture or incisional?
Per the clinic website, partial incision is described for those with more fat and the incisional method for eyelids that sag and are thick. The method is decided during consultation based on eyelid thickness, the amount of fat and skin laxity.
What are the operation time and anesthesia?
Per the clinic's surgery information, operation time is 30 minutes to 1 hour, and an anesthesiologist provides local or sedation anesthesia. No hospital stay is required.
How much does double eyelid surgery cost?
Per the clinic's non-covered fee schedule, eye surgery is KRW 350,000–4,000,000 and eye revision is KRW 1,100,000–6,000,000 (VAT not included). It varies with the method and condition, so please confirm during consultation.
Can the method be changed later?
The clinic's eye revision page states that the method and line can be changed: from buried-suture to buried-suture, from buried-suture to incisional, or from incisional to buried-suture. Unless it is an emergency, revision is recommended 6 months or more after surgery, once the tissue has stabilised.
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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