Apex Plastic Surgery Clinic
Verified139-1, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Han Jung-ang Tower 3F)
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APEX Plastic Surgery Clinic in Yeoksam, Gangnam, describes its core values as right principles and right surgery. Its surgical work rests on detailed operative planning, an organised surgery system and dedicated safety procedures.
Our Core Values
Customer Satisfaction
Every journey begins with a sincere, in-depth consultation. Apex prioritizes open communication to fully understand each patient's goals and concerns, ensuring a personalized approach from start to finish.
Expertise & Know-How
Led by Dr. Song Hyun-seok (Ph.D.) and Dr. Lee Yeon-hoon, the medical team combines years of specialized training with continuously updated techniques. Their philosophy: skilled hands guided by genuine care.
Safety System
Patient safety is non-negotiable. Apex maintains rigorous protocols including thorough pre-operative assessments, certified anesthesia management, and advanced monitoring equipment throughout every procedure.
Results & Responsibility
The clinic stands behind its work. Apex takes full responsibility for surgical outcomes and provides dedicated post-operative care to ensure each patient heals well and achieves the best possible result.
Ongoing Support
The relationship doesn't end after surgery. Apex offers continuous follow-up consultations and long-term care, so patients always have a trusted medical team to turn to.
Who treats you
- Song Hyun-seok — Chief Director, board-certified plastic surgeon, Ph.D. in medicine; personally handles consultations and operations
- Lee Yeon-hun — Director, board-certified plastic surgeon
Treatment areas
- Eyes: double eyelid surgery, brow lift, mid-life eye surgery
- Nose: implant-free rhinoplasty
- Face and aging: lifting, mid-life rejuvenation surgery, fat grafting
- Body: breast surgery, fat procedures
- Men's surgery, petit procedures and skin care
Operating policies include a limit of three surgeries per day and a nameplate in the operating room that shows who is operating. Consultations can be held in Japanese as well as Korean.
Sub-brow lift gave me refreshed eyes
Anti-Aging Lifting · Dr. Lee Yeon-HoonNeck wrinkle Botox works great
Anti-Aging Lifting · Dr. Lee Yeon-HoonUnbelievable value compared to Japan
Face Lift · Dr. Lee Yeon-HoonImpressed by the honest consultation
Rhinoplasty · Dr. Lee Yeon-HoonCheek fat grafting for a lively face
Fat Grafting · Dr. Lee Yeon-HoonUlthera + thread lifting combo treatment
Face Lift · Dr. Lee Yeon-HoonFat grafting completed my youthful face
Fat Grafting · Dr. Lee Yeon-HoonFound balance with deviated nose correction
Rhinoplasty · Dr. Lee Yeon-HoonNose surgery transformed me completely
Rhinoplasty · Dr. Lee Yeon-HoonGot rhinoplasty and lip filler together
Rhinoplasty · Dr. Lee Yeon-HoonPopular Procedures
Before
After
Double Eyelid (Non-incision)
A non-incisional procedure that creates a double eyelid line using fine sutures. Minimal scarring and reduced swelling allow for a quick return to daily life.
- No incision — no scarring concerns
- 20-minute procedure with rapid recovery
- Choice of natural in/out line designs
- Easy revision if the line loosens
Consultation → Eye measurement & line design → Sleep sedation → 3–5 point suture burial with fine needle → Line check → Completion
- Cold compress for 3 days (15 min, 4–5 times daily)
- Avoid contact lenses and eye makeup for 1 week
- No alcohol, sauna, or strenuous exercise for 2 weeks
- Consistent use of prescribed eye drops and ointment
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After
Double Eyelid (Incision)
The eyelid is incised to adjust fat and muscle and create a crisp, defined crease. Permanent results with no worry of the line loosening — ideal for patients with thicker eyelid fat.
- Permanent result — no loosening concern
- Eyelid fat removal possible in the same procedure
- Clear, well-defined crease line
- Can be combined with ptosis correction
Consultation → Eye measurement & design → Sleep sedation → Incision along the marked line → Removal of excess fat/skin → Muscle & skin suturing → Line confirmation
- Stitch removal after 5 days
- Cold compress for the first week, then switch to warm compress
- No eye rubbing, alcohol, or sauna for 2 weeks
- Sunscreen and sunglasses recommended
Before
After
Lateral Canthoplasty
Lifts drooping outer eye corners to create defined, softer eyes. Transforms tired or harsh impressions into a friendlier, more approachable look.
- Micro-incision minimizes scarring
- Low burden with local anesthesia
- Can be combined with double eyelid or ptosis correction
- Natural angle adjustment
Consultation → Desired eye angle design → Local anesthesia → Micro-incision at outer corner → Fascia fixation → Suture
- Stitch removal in 3–5 days
- Avoid touching the outer corner area for 1 week
- No strenuous exercise or alcohol for 2 weeks
- Avoid pulling or stretching the outer corner
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After
Tip + Bridge (Silicone)
A silicone implant raises the nasal bridge while autologous cartilage (septal/ear) refines the tip for a natural, elegant nose. Apex’s precision measurement system designs the optimal nose in harmony with your facial proportions.
- Corrects both bridge height and tip shape
- Autologous cartilage gives the tip a natural feel
- Custom design tailored to individual facial proportions
- Performed by surgeons with 20+ years of experience
3D CT imaging → Facial proportion analysis & design → Sleep sedation → Columellar (closed/open) incision → Silicone implant placement (bridge) → Harvest & shaping of autologous cartilage → Tip plasty → Suturing & splint fixation
- Keep nasal splint and tape for 7 days
- Absolutely no nose blowing or impact for 2 weeks
- No eyeglasses for 4 weeks
- No alcohol, smoking, or sauna for 1 month
- Nasal irrigation only as directed by the doctor
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After
Nasal Tip (Autologous)
Uses only your own septal and ear cartilage — no implants — to refine and elevate the nasal tip. Completely natural feel and shape, with a minimal risk of side effects.
- Uses only autologous tissue — zero foreign-body sensation
- Minimized risk of inflammation and complications
- Natural tip texture
- Stable shape over time
Consultation & design → Sleep sedation → Harvest of septal or ear cartilage → Shaping & carving → Insertion and fixation of tip framework → Suture
- Keep splint and tape for 5–7 days
- No impact or pressure on the nose for 2 weeks
- Avoid eyeglasses for 1 month
- Mandatory follow-up checks (1 week / 1 month / 3 months)
Full Face Fat Graft
Harvested fat from your abdomen or thighs is purified and grafted across the forehead, temples, cheeks, and nasolabial folds. Restores lost volume for a youthful look while regenerative factors also improve skin texture.
- Autologous fat — no foreign-body reaction
- Whole-face volume balancing
- Stem cells and growth factors improve skin elasticity
- Slimming effect at the donor site
Facial volume analysis → Sleep sedation → Fat harvesting (abdomen/thigh) → Centrifugation & purification → Multi-layer injection with micro-cannula → Volume balance check
- Avoid facial pressure and strong expressions for 3 days
- No facial massage or rubbing for 1 week
- No alcohol, sauna, or strenuous exercise for 2 weeks
- Do not sleep face-down for 2 weeks (to improve graft survival)
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After
Thread Lift (17cm)
Absorbable threads (PDO/PCL) are placed beneath the skin to instantly lift sagging tissue. Immediate lifting plus long-term collagen stimulation as the threads dissolve.
- Just 10 minutes — immediate return to daily activities
- Instant lifting without incision
- Long-term elasticity improvement through collagen regeneration
- Combines well with Botox or filler
Analysis and marking of sagging areas → Local anesthesia → Thread insertion via micro-cannula (2–4 threads per side) → Direction & tension adjustment → Completion
- Washing allowed the same day; light makeup from the next day
- Avoid opening the mouth wide or hard foods for 1 week
- No facial massage or sauna for 2 weeks
- Avoid vigorous facial rubbing for 1 month while threads settle
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After
Face Lift (Basic)
Surgical lifting through pre- and post-auricular incisions that directly tightens and fixes the SMAS (fascia) layer. Fundamentally resolves deep wrinkles and significant sagging, with results lasting 10+ years. A signature procedure of Dr. Song Hyun-seok.
- SMAS fascia lift addresses sagging at its root
- Results lasting 10+ years
- Simultaneously improves deep nasolabial and marionette lines
- Can be combined with a neck and jawline lift
3D facial analysis → General anesthesia → Pre- and post-auricular incision design → Skin elevation → SMAS fascia lift and fixation → Excess skin removal → Fine suturing → Compression dressing
- 1–2 nights of hospitalization; drain tube management
- Stitch removal in 7–10 days (staged)
- Avoid sharp neck/head movements for 2 weeks
- No alcohol, smoking, or sauna for 1 month
- Compression band for 2–4 weeks (required while sleeping)
- Follow-up: 1 week / 2 weeks / 1 month / 3 months / 6 months
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Spring Eye Surgery Package
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Tourism
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Boutique Studio
LINCO Studios — Dogok
4 individually styled boutique units (Suzak, Zanzan, Yeondu, Goyo) in quiet residential Dogok. Free parking and long-stay options.
Serviced Residence
Weave Place — Gangnam Station
121-unit serviced residence steps from Gangnam Station — same block as most Gangnam clinics, ideal post-op base.
3-4 Star Hotel
Travelodge Gangnam Yeoksam Seoul
Travelodge's largest Seoul property (360 rooms), on Eonju-ro in the heart of Gangnam — 4 subway stations and the Gangnam medical cluster within walking distance.
Nearby Restaurants
Jungdon
Gangnam’s most famous tonkatsu restaurant — crisp breading and tender meat.
Hakkoya
Japanese ramen specialist famous for rich tonkotsu broth. A warm bowl is ideal after a procedure.
Bonwori Bansang
Elegant Korean table d’hôte course. Many soft-textured dishes, ideal for post-procedure meals.
Hot Places
COEX Mall · Starfield Library
Perfect waiting spot for companions. Starfield Library, aquarium, extensive shopping and cafés.
Bongeunsa Temple
A thousand-year-old temple in the heart of Gangnam. Quiet walks and temple stay experiences.
Seolleung & Jeongneung Royal Tombs
A UNESCO World Heritage site. A green park in central Gangnam, great for a light stroll.
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