Author: Choi Sun-woo (Board-certified Plastic Surgeon, Chief Director of view plastic surgery)
This content has been prepared in compliance with related laws including the Medical Service Act.
A Good Nose Surgery Clinic in Gangnam Station: What You Need to See Before 'Comparison'
There are many plastic surgery clinics near Gangnam Station that feature nose surgery. When you actually search, similar-looking hospitals appear in a line, and it becomes difficult to judge which one is good. The most common mistake in that situation is comparing hospital names or homepage designs first.
There are actually different criteria you should check first.
① Whether the surgeon is a board-certified plastic surgeon, ② Safety system, ③ Competency in designing the balance of the entire face — these are the three things.
According to data from Hidoc Medical Report, the qualification of 'board-certified plastic surgeon' can be obtained only after completing 1 year of internship and 4 years of residency after graduating from medical school, and passing the board certification exam. A place must have '성형외과의원 (plastic surgery clinic)' written on the sign to be operated by a board-certified specialist, and is distinguished from places marked only as '피부과의원 (dermatology clinic)' or '의원 (clinic)'.
If you first organize these criteria—not the hospital name—as a checklist, you can look at any place near Gangnam Station more objectively. I'll go through each criterion one by one below.
3 Key Factors That Determine Natural Nose Surgery Results
One of the most common questions in nose surgery consultations is "Which material is better to use?" Material is certainly important, but the design direction must be correct first for the result to look natural. A natural nose result is completed when ① material selection, ② entire nose structure design, and ③ post-surgery care system all work together.
| Factor | Key Content | Confirmation Point |
|---|---|---|
| ① Material Selection | Dorsum is applied with implants such as silicone or Gore-Tex, or autogenous cartilage depending on the nose condition. Autogenous cartilage such as ear cartilage or nasal septum cartilage is suitable for the nasal tip, and it is general practice not to directly insert implants at the nasal tip | "What material will you use for my nasal tip?" |
| ② Entire Nose Structure Design | The flow from the glabella to the nasal tip must be considered together with facial shape, forehead, and proportion with the mouth to result in a natural and not awkward appearance | "Do you look at the balance of my entire face together?" |
| ③ Post-Surgery Care System | A system for swelling management, follow-up intervals, and response to abnormal symptoms must be in place for results to be maintained stably | "Is there a post-surgery care program?" |
According to clinical data, autogenous cartilage is known to be easily accepted by the body, making it relatively low in foreign body sensation and the possibility of side effects. However, regardless of the material, accurately identifying the current state of the nose before surgery, skin thickness, and cartilage shape is a priority.
During a consultation, it is more practical to check "whether my facial-matching nose design is designed first" rather than "which material is being used" as a selection criterion.
How view plastic surgery Approaches Nose Surgery
Chief Director Jo Jin-woo of view plastic surgery completed training at Korea University Medical Center and, based on more than 20 years of accumulated know-how, conducts customized nose design considering the balance of the entire face.
Throughout the surgical process, the following safety systems are in operation.
— Pre-surgery One-Stop Screening: The dedicated department of our in-house specialized screening center allows you to complete all necessary pre-surgery screenings in one place.
— 1:1 Dedicated Anesthesia: A board-certified anesthesiologist is stationed in the hospital 365 days a year and personally manages customized anesthesia considering the patient's physical condition and medical history.
— Sterile Operating Room·Low-Temperature Plasma Sterilization: All surgical equipment is processed with a low-temperature plasma sterilizer, and we operate sterile operating rooms and CCTV safety zones.
— Proxy Surgery Assurance Surgery Transparency Certification: A system is in place to verify the operating surgeon in real-time through a VOD screen in front of the operating room.
— Emergency Response System: We have built an independent power generation system and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to prepare for emergency situations such as power outages.
Within a 19-story independent building, consultation, screening, surgery, and recovery are subdivided by floor. After surgery, recovery care using hyperbaric oxygen chambers is provided. For those requiring extended hospitalization or visiting from other regions or overseas, we also operate VIP in-hospital rooms and hotel connection services in the vicinity.
This Suits You Well — Self-Assessment for Gangnam Station Nose Surgery
Are you considering nose surgery for the first time, or are you thinking about revision surgery because you're unhappy with previous results? According to clinical data, nose surgery is known to be a high-difficulty operation that must consider not only appearance but also functional stability and harmony with the face. If you simply follow trendy nose shapes, you may end up needing revision surgery in the long term.
Check the items below.
— You are considering nose surgery for the first time and want to hear specifically explained how what method suits your face
— You are unhappy with previous nose surgery results or need professional opinion on the possibility of revision surgery
— You want to systematically proceed from pre-surgery safety screening, surgery, to recovery in one place
— You want to carefully verify anesthesia safety and emergency response systems during surgery
— You are looking for a place that provides swelling management, follow-ups, and aftercare systematically after surgery
Shinnonhyeon Nose Surgery, Seocho Nose Surgery, Apgujeong Nose Surgery, and visitors from nearby areas can use the same one-stop screening and surgery system. For those visiting from other regions or overseas, hotel connection services are also provided, so please feel free to inquire.
Please Have a Consultation With Peace of Mind. I'll Look Into It Together With You.
Please have a consultation with peace of mind at view plastic surgery. I'll examine your entire facial balance and nose structure together with you.
Nose surgery is more about "where can I get a design that matches my nose and face" than "which place is famous." It is important to consult sufficiently and make a decision at a place that has board-certified surgeon qualifications, a safety system, and a pre- and post-surgery care system.
Please feel free to ask any questions you have. At view plastic surgery near Gangnam Station, I will look into it together with you.
You Might Be Curious About These Things
Q1. What is the most important thing to check first when choosing a plastic surgery clinic in Gangnam Station for nose surgery?
First, check whether the surgeon is a board-certified plastic surgeon. It is basic to verify whether '성형외과의원 (plastic surgery clinic)' is stated on the sign and whether the operating surgeon holds board certification. Next, it helps to look at the anesthesia safety system and post-surgery care system.
Q2. Between implants and autogenous cartilage for nose surgery material, which one looks more natural?
Appropriate materials differ depending on the area. Autogenous cartilage such as ear cartilage or nasal septum cartilage is generally used for the nasal tip, and for the dorsum, an implant or autogenous cartilage is selected depending on the nose condition and desired result. Rather than "which one is absolutely better," it is important to confirm the material and design suitable for your nose condition during consultation.
Q3. What do I do if the result doesn't look natural after nose surgery?
It is good to express your concerns about the results sufficiently during the pre-surgery consultation stage. If revision surgery is necessary, identifying the cause and confirming the current condition must be done first, so I recommend that you directly meet with a specialist and check the specific direction together.
ℹ️ The effects of procedures may vary by individual, and please make a decision after consulting with a specialist.