Double Eyelid Surgery Coordination in Korea
Get matched with specialist eyelid surgeons at Korean partner clinics. Whether you want a subtle crease or a more defined look, your surgeon will explain which techniques suit your eyelids.
Consultation with a partner surgeon
Why Choose Korea
Double eyelid surgery is widely performed in South Korea, and many surgeons focus on Asian eyelid anatomy.
Our coordinators arrange consultations, interpretation and scheduling with partner clinics, so you can compare surgeons' approaches before deciding.
Korean surgeons commonly use techniques such as the non-incisional (buried suture) method and combined ptosis correction; your surgeon explains which suits you.
Eyelid surgery in Korea starts from about $1,500, often lower than typical US prices ($4,000-$8,000) — estimates, not quotes. Check what each clinic's quote includes.
Korean surgeons offer multiple techniques tailored to your eyelid anatomy, skin thickness, and desired outcome.
Creates a crease using tiny punctures and buried sutures. Usually minimal scarring and a shorter recovery (around 3-5 days); suited to thinner eyelid skin. The crease can loosen over time.
An incision along the crease line allows removal of excess skin and fat. Longer-lasting than suture methods; often suggested for thicker skin or a more defined crease.
A shorter incision that aims to combine aspects of both methods, typically with less scarring than a full incision.
Addresses droopy or sleepy-looking eyelids by adjusting the levator muscle while creating a crease. Your surgeon assesses whether you have ptosis.
Opens the inner corner of the eye (epicanthal fold correction) for wider, more defined eyes. Sometimes combined with double eyelid surgery.
Creates the youthful under-eye fat pad (love band) that gives a bright, friendly appearance. A signature Korean aesthetic treatment.
Estimated price ranges in Korea, with typical US prices for reference.
| Procedure | Korea (estimate) | Typical US price (reference) |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Incisional (Suture) | $1,500 - $2,500 | $4,000 - $6,000 |
| Incisional (Full Cut) | $2,000 - $3,500 | $5,000 - $8,000 |
| Ptosis Correction + Crease | $2,500 - $4,000 | $6,000 - $10,000 |
| Epicanthoplasty (Add-on) | $800 - $1,500 | $2,000 - $4,000 |
| Aegyo Sal / Love Band | $700 - $1,200 | $1,500 - $3,000 |
| Revision Eyelid Surgery | $2,500 - $5,000 | $6,000 - $12,000 |
* Estimates for reference only. The treating clinic confirms the final price after your consultation.
Share your goals (and photos, if you wish) via video call. We explain the process and which partner clinics may suit your request — only the surgeon can assess your eyelids.
We match you with 2-3 specialist surgeons at partner clinics who perform your desired eyelid procedure. Your surgeon examines you and recommends a technique at the consultation.
Usually a 30-60 minute procedure under local anesthesia. Walk out the same day with your English-speaking coordinator.
Usually 5-7 days of initial recovery with check-ups, stitch removal, and ongoing remote support after you return home.
Patients with monolids who want a natural double eyelid crease
Those with asymmetric eyelids (one single, one double)
Patients with droopy or sleepy-looking eyes (ptosis)
People wanting to refresh aging, hooded eyelids
Those who had previous eyelid surgery and want revision
Adults seeking more defined eyes, after assessment by a surgeon
We recommend 5-7 days. This allows for pre-operative consultation, the surgery itself, and initial recovery including stitch removal. Non-incisional patients may be comfortable leaving after 5 days.
The procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia with optional sedation, so most patients feel little pain during surgery, although the anesthetic injections can sting. Afterwards, discomfort and tightness are common and are managed with prescribed medication. Experiences vary, and like all surgery it carries risks, which your surgeon will explain at the consultation.
Many Korean surgeons aim to create natural-looking creases that suit your facial proportions. During consultation, your surgeon will design the crease height and shape to match your goals — from very subtle to more defined. Results vary from person to person, and swelling can take weeks to months to settle.
Revision eyelid surgery is available at partner clinics. If you're unhappy with results from a previous surgery (even from another country), a surgeon can assess whether asymmetry, crease height or scarring can be improved. Revision surgery is more complex, and outcomes are not guaranteed.
Often, yes — Korean patients commonly combine double eyelid surgery with rhinoplasty, epicanthoplasty (inner corner opening), or aegyo sal creation. Combining procedures can mean a single recovery period, but it may also add to surgical time and risk — your surgeon will advise what can safely be combined.
Double eyelid surgery creates a crease in the eyelid. Ptosis correction strengthens the muscle that lifts the eyelid (levator muscle), making the eyes appear more open and alert. Surgeons sometimes combine both when ptosis is present — your surgeon will assess whether this applies to you.
Some patients combine double eyelid surgery with other procedures in one trip; your surgeon advises what can safely be combined.
Get a free, personalized consultation. We'll match you with suitable partner surgeons — your surgeon assesses your eyelids and explains the options, risks and costs.
FAQ
Double eyelid surgery in Korea is estimated at $1,500-$4,000 depending on the technique. Non-incisional (suture) method: $1,500-$2,500. Incisional method: $2,000-$3,500. Ptosis correction with double eyelid: $2,500-$4,000. Typical US prices are $4,000-$8,000. These are estimates for reference only; the treating clinic confirms the final price after your consultation.
Non-incisional (suture/burial technique) uses tiny punctures to create a crease with sutures — minimal scarring, shorter recovery (3-5 days), but may not last as long. Often suited to patients with thin eyelid skin. Incisional method cuts along the eyelid crease to remove excess skin and fat — longer-lasting results, longer recovery (7-14 days), often used for thicker skin or when combining with ptosis correction. Your surgeon will advise which method suits you.
For non-incisional: swelling peaks at day 2-3, mostly resolves by day 5-7. You can return to normal activities in 3-5 days. For incisional: stitch removal at day 5-7, major swelling resolves in 1-2 weeks, final results visible at 3-6 months. We recommend staying in Korea for 5-7 days minimum.
Incisional double eyelid surgery is intended to be long-lasting, but no result is guaranteed to be permanent: the crease can change with ageing, and some patients need revision. With the non-incisional (suture) method the crease is more likely to loosen or disappear over time. Results vary from person to person, all surgery carries risks, and your surgeon will explain the options and risks based on your eyelid anatomy and skin thickness at the consultation.
Yes, Korean surgeons commonly combine double eyelid surgery with: Ptosis correction (for droopy/sleepy-looking eyes), Epicanthoplasty (inner corner widening for larger-looking eyes), Lateral canthoplasty (outer corner extension), Aegyo sal / love band creation (under-eye fat grafting for a youthful appearance). Combining procedures can mean a single recovery period, but it may add to surgical time and risk — your surgeon will advise what can safely be combined.
Every medical procedure carries risks. These are the main ones to discuss with your surgeon or physician — they will explain the risks that apply to you before you give consent.
Recovery: Stitches are usually removed after 5–7 days; swelling can take several weeks to months to fully settle.