Breast reconstruction in Korea
What It Is Breast reconstruction is a surgical procedure to restore the shape, size, and symmetry of the breast after mastectomy, lumpectomy, trauma, or congenital absence. It can be performed using implants, autologous tissue (flaps), or a combination of both. In Korea, breast reconstruction is performed by highly skilled plastic and reconstructive surgeons using state-of-the-art […]
Prepectoral implant reconstruction in Korea
What It Is Prepectoral implant reconstruction is a modern breast reconstruction technique where the implant is placed above the chest muscle (pectoralis major), directly beneath the skin and mastectomy flap, rather than under the muscle. This method avoids muscle dissection and uses acellular dermal matrix (ADM) or mesh to support and cover the implant, ensuring […]
Acellular dermal matrix (ADM) sling in Korea
What It Is An acellular dermal matrix (ADM) sling is a surgical technique used in breast reconstruction and revision surgery to provide additional support and coverage for breast implants. ADM is a biologic mesh made from processed human or animal skin with all cells removed, leaving behind a collagen framework that integrates with the patient’s […]
Fat graft to irradiated breast in Korea
What It Is Fat grafting to the irradiated breast is a reconstructive procedure that uses the patient’s own fat (autologous fat transfer) to restore softness, improve skin quality, and correct deformities caused by radiation therapy after breast cancer treatment. Radiation often causes stiffness, scarring, volume loss, and poor skin elasticity, which can affect both appearance […]
Symmastia repair in Korea
What It Is Symmastia repair is a surgical procedure to correct symmastia, a complication of breast augmentation or reconstruction where the implants shift too close together, creating the appearance of a “uniboob” or loss of natural cleavage. This occurs when the implant pockets merge across the sternum, often due to over-dissection, implant malposition, thin tissue […]
Male breast reduction (gynecomastia) in korea
What It Is Male breast reduction, also known as gynecomastia surgery, is a procedure that removes excess glandular tissue, fat, and sometimes skin from the male chest to create a flatter, more masculine contour. Gynecomastia is a common condition that may result from hormonal imbalance, genetics, weight changes, medication side effects, or lifestyle factors. In […]
Areola tattoo medical in Korea
What It Is Areola tattooing (medical micropigmentation) is a procedure that recreates or enhances the areola’s color, shape, and definition using specialized pigments and tattooing techniques. It is most commonly performed after breast reconstruction, breast reduction, or nipple reconstruction, or to correct faded or irregular areolas. In Korea, medical areola tattooing is performed by certified […]
3D nipple–areola tattoo in Korea
What It Is A 3D nipple–areola tattoo is an advanced medical micropigmentation technique that creates the illusion of a natural nipple and areola using detailed shading, highlighting, and color blending. Unlike standard areola tattooing, 3D tattooing provides a realistic, three-dimensional effect, making the reconstructed breast look complete without additional surgery. In Korea, 3D nipple–areola tattooing […]
Capsulectomy total in Korea
What It Is Total capsulectomy is a surgical procedure that removes both the breast implant and the entire fibrous capsule of scar tissue that naturally forms around it. This procedure is often chosen by patients experiencing complications such as capsular contracture, chronic pain, implant rupture, or breast implant illness (BII). In Korea, surgeons perform total […]
Capsulotomy in Korea
What It Is Capsulotomy is a surgical procedure performed to treat capsular contracture, a complication where scar tissue around a breast implant becomes abnormally thick and tight, causing hardness, discomfort, or visible distortion. Unlike a capsulectomy (which removes the entire capsule), a capsulotomy involves making controlled incisions or scoring the capsule to release tension, soften […]