K-ClinicRhinoplasty Recovery in Korea: DOY JUN Timeline & Price 2026
Rhinoplasty recovery in Korea: according to DOY JUN Plastic Surgery's website, you can do light daily activities the day after surgery, obvious swelling fades in about 1–2 weeks, and residual swelling lasts about 1–3 months. Avoid smoking and alcohol for at least 3–4 weeks. Primary rhinoplasty (bridge + tip with ear cartilage) costs ₩1,335,000, plus 10% VAT.
Rhinoplasty Recovery Is the Hardest Part to Plan
Double eyelid surgery recovery is counted in weeks, but with rhinoplasty you also need to think in months. If you have to fly home and get back to work or school, plan your recovery schedule before you choose a technique.
This article is based on the general information on the DOY JUN Plastic Surgery website. Your actual splint removal, follow-up visits and length of stay are decided by the surgeon after examining you.
What Is the Rhinoplasty Recovery Timeline in Korea?
According to the clinic's website, you can do light daily activities the day after surgery; obvious swelling fades in about 1–2 weeks; residual swelling lasts about 1–3 months; and after the splint is removed, your range of activities gradually widens.
The website does not give a fixed day for splint removal and follow-up visits, which follow the surgeon's instructions. That is why you should ask about your length of stay first.
How Many Days Should I Stay in Korea After a Nose Job?
Think in terms of three points in time:
| Milestone | What it means for your trip |
|---|---|
| Splint removed, follow-up completed | The earliest you can fly home, as judged by the surgeon |
| Obvious swelling fades (about 1–2 weeks) | When it feels more comfortable to see people and go back to work |
| Residual swelling fades (about 1–3 months) | When the result looks more settled |
If your time off is limited, consider scheduling surgery just before a long holiday so the period of obvious swelling falls within your time off. Whether this works for you is up to the surgeon, so tell the clinic your return date first.
No Smoking or Alcohol for at Least 3–4 Weeks
DOY JUN's preparation guidelines state: after rhinoplasty, avoid smoking and alcohol for at least 3–4 weeks.
This covers your entire stay in Korea and continues after you return home. Skip the soju and beer on this trip, and remember to factor in any dinners or year-end parties after you get back.
Please tell the clinic before your consultation about any medication you are taking (especially anticoagulants) and your surgical history. If you have had nose surgery before, be sure to mention it.
How Much Does Rhinoplasty Cost at DOY JUN?
Primary rhinoplasty, which is bridge + tip with ear cartilage, costs ₩1,335,000. Alar reduction costs ₩585,000 without incision and ₩735,000 with incision. All prices are before tax, and 10% VAT is added.
The price list also shows anesthesia fees: sleep (sedation) anesthesia ₩195,000 and general anesthesia ₩585,000. Whether these are charged separately depends on the surgery, so please confirm during your consultation. The clinic's menu also includes functional rhinoplasty, which is not on the price list, so please confirm that during your consultation as well.
Who Handles Your Surgery and Recovery?
Director Lee Seung-jun (이승준) is a board-certified plastic surgeon, and the clinic has 3 board-certified plastic surgeons in total, plus a board-certified anesthesiology and pain medicine specialist on site.
At DOY JUN, the same surgeon handles everything from consultation and surgery through recovery, and your surgeon is not changed. During recovery, a dedicated team also helps with pain, swelling and scar management. The surgery is recorded on CCTV.
Opening Hours and Location
Open Monday to Friday 10:00–19:00 and Saturday 10:00–17:00 (no lunch break), and closed on Sundays. If your follow-up falls on a Sunday, it will need to be rescheduled.
The clinic is on the 12th floor of Urban Hive, 476 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Exit 3 of Sinnonhyeon Station (Line 9) connects to the building through an underground passage, and an elevator takes you to the 12th floor, so you don't need to walk outside for long when you come back for follow-ups.
The actual surgical technique, length of stay and cost depend on the surgeon's examination.
Book DOY JUN Rhinoplasty Through K-Clinic
The key to planning rhinoplasty is whether your return date works with splint removal and follow-up visits. Through K-Clinic, you can consult for free using the "Request booking" button on this website or the live chat.
Tell us which procedure you want, whether you have had nose surgery before, and the dates you can stay in Korea. We will confirm with the clinic the surgery date, the approximate timing of splint removal and follow-up visits, the recommended length of stay, whether anesthesia is charged separately, and the total including VAT.
Once your booking is complete, we will send you your appointment time and the clinic address. If you have photos or past surgery records, you can also send them through the live chat and we will pass them on to the clinic.
Frequently asked questions
How long does swelling last after rhinoplasty in Korea?
According to DOY JUN Plastic Surgery, obvious swelling fades in about 1–2 weeks, and residual swelling lasts about 1–3 months. The exact timeline depends on the individual.
How many days do I need to stay in Korea for a nose job?
Splint removal and follow-up visit timing follow the surgeon's instructions. The surgeon decides how many days you need to stay after your consultation, based on the technique and your recovery, so tell the clinic your planned departure date when you consult.
How much is rhinoplasty at DOY JUN Plastic Surgery in Seoul?
Primary rhinoplasty (bridge + tip with ear cartilage) costs ₩1,335,000, plus 10% VAT. Whether anesthesia is charged separately depends on the surgery, so please confirm during your consultation.
How do I book a rhinoplasty at DOY JUN through K-Clinic?
Use the "Request booking" button on this website or the live chat to consult with K-Clinic. We will confirm the surgery date, follow-up timing and recommended length of stay with the clinic for you.
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Sinnonhyeon Station (Line 9) Exit 3, direct underground access to the building
