K-ClinicNose Alar Reduction Korea: DOY JUN ₩643,500–₩808,500 (2026)
Alar reduction at DOY JUN Plastic Surgery in Seoul costs ₩585,000 (non-incision) or ₩735,000 (incision) before tax, which is ₩643,500 and ₩808,500 with 10% VAT. The surgeon chooses the method after examining your nostril and alar shape. Combined with primary rhinoplasty (₩1,335,000), the single-item total is ₩1,920,000 or ₩2,070,000 before VAT.
Do I Need Full Rhinoplasty If Only My Nostrils Look Wide?
If your main concern is wide nostril wings or a nose tip that looks large, you can start by asking about alar reduction alone. You do not necessarily need a full rhinoplasty.
DOY JUN Plastic Surgery divides its nose surgery into primary rhinoplasty, alar reduction and functional rhinoplasty, and alar reduction has its own line on the price list. This article covers the two alar reduction methods, their prices with and without tax, and how the total adds up when combined with rhinoplasty.
How Much Is Alar Reduction in Korea? ₩585,000 or ₩735,000
At DOY JUN Plastic Surgery, non-incision alar reduction costs ₩585,000 and the incision method costs ₩735,000. Both prices exclude tax, and 10% VAT is added at checkout.
With tax, non-incision alar reduction is ₩643,500 and the incision method is ₩808,500. The difference is ₩150,000 before tax, or ₩165,000 with tax.
Incision or Non-Incision Alar Reduction: Who Decides?
The surgeon decides between incision and non-incision after examining the shape of your alar and nostrils. It is not chosen based on the price difference.
K-Clinic's advice: do not assume "the cheaper one is fine" or "incision is more thorough." Let the surgeon examine you first, then ask why they recommend that method. The clinic has 3 board-certified plastic surgeons, and Director Lee Seung-jun specializes in eyes, nose, lifting, liposuction and fat grafting.
Alar Reduction With Rhinoplasty: ₩1,920,000 or ₩2,070,000
If the surgeon recommends adjusting the nose bridge and tip as well, primary rhinoplasty (bridge + tip with ear cartilage) at ₩1,335,000 plus alar reduction adds up to ₩1,920,000 (non-incision) or ₩2,070,000 (incision), both before tax.
With 10% VAT, these become ₩2,112,000 and ₩2,277,000. This is a simple sum of the individual items for reference. Please confirm at your consultation whether both can be done on the same day and whether a package price applies.
Anesthesia Fees and Recovery Time for Alar Reduction
The clinic's website does not list the recovery period, stitch-removal timing or anesthesia method for alar reduction, so ask about these at your consultation.
The price list separately shows sedation (sleep) anesthesia at ₩195,000 and general anesthesia at ₩585,000 before tax. Whether it is charged extra depends on the procedure. An anesthesiology and pain medicine specialist is on site, and the same attending surgeon handles you from consultation through surgery and recovery.
For rhinoplasty, the website says light daily activity is possible the day after surgery, noticeable swelling subsides in about 1–2 weeks, and it recommends avoiding smoking and alcohol for at least 3–4 weeks. You can use this as a reference if you combine alar reduction with rhinoplasty. If you are having alar reduction only, check directly with the surgeon.
What to Ask at Your Alar Reduction Consultation
For an alar reduction consultation, ask in this order: the method, whether to combine it with rhinoplasty, the anesthesia fee, and stitch removal and length of stay. That lets you work out your total cost and itinerary.
Tell the clinic before your consultation about any medications you take (especially blood thinners) and your surgical history.
Location and Opening Hours in Gangnam, Seoul
DOY JUN Plastic Surgery is connected by an underground passage to Exit 3 of Sinnonhyeon Station (Line 9), in Gangnam, Seoul. Take the elevator to the 12th floor. Hours are Monday–Friday 10:00–19:00 and Saturday 10:00–17:00, with no lunch break. The clinic is closed on Sundays.
Frequently Asked Questions From International Patients
Q: Does alar reduction leave a scar?
A: The clinic's website does not say. Ask the surgeon directly about the differences between the incision and non-incision methods, the incision location and scar care. A dedicated team also helps with pain, swelling and scar management during recovery.
Q: Can I book alar reduction on its own?
A: Yes. Alar reduction is a separate item on the price list, and at your consultation the surgeon will explain whether any other adjustments are needed for your nose shape.
Q: Do the prices include tax?
A: No. The price list is before tax, and 10% VAT is added at checkout.
Q: Do I need to speak Korean?
A: No. You can book and arrange your consultation through K-Clinic in English, without contacting the clinic in Korean yourself.
Book an Alar Reduction Consultation at DOY JUN Through K-Clinic
Whether to use the incision method is best decided after the surgeon sees your nose. Book through K-Clinic using the "Request booking" button or the live chat on this website for a free consultation, with no need to contact the clinic in Korean yourself.
We will check these points with the clinic for you:
- Which plastic surgeon will handle your alar reduction consultation
- Whether alar reduction alone or combined with rhinoplasty suits you better
- The anesthesia method and whether the anesthesia fee is charged separately
- Stitch-removal and follow-up timing, and the recommended length of stay
Once your booking is confirmed, we will send you the appointment time and the clinic address.
The actual surgical method and cost are decided after the surgeon's examination.
Frequently asked questions
How much does alar reduction cost at DOY JUN Plastic Surgery in Korea?
Non-incision alar reduction costs ₩585,000 and the incision method costs ₩735,000, both before tax. With 10% VAT they come to ₩643,500 and ₩808,500.
Can I choose between incision and non-incision alar reduction in Korea?
The surgeon decides which method suits you after examining the shape of your alar and nostrils. The price difference is ₩150,000 before tax, and cost alone is not a good basis for choosing.
Can I get alar reduction together with rhinoplasty at DOY JUN?
Yes, you can consult for both at the same clinic. Primary rhinoplasty (₩1,335,000) plus alar reduction adds up to ₩1,920,000 (non-incision) or ₩2,070,000 (incision) before tax. Whether both can be done on the same day, and whether a package price applies, should be confirmed at your consultation.
How many days do I need to stay in Korea for alar reduction?
The clinic's website does not list the recovery period or stitch-removal timing for alar reduction. The surgeon will set your length of stay after the examination, so tell the clinic your planned departure date when you book.
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Sinnonhyeon Station (Line 9) Exit 3, direct underground access to the building
