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PeteJB · Joined: 06 Jul 2007

Anyone had this surgery done in Korea? I've heard it's a lot cheaper than the west and usually effective. Can someone give me some names, prices and tips regarding this?

SeoulFinn · Joined: 27 Feb 2006 Location: 1h from Seoul

I had some pimples removed last year. I went to "Lotte Beauty Centre" (can't really remember the name of the joint!). This one was next to the Lotte Dept. Store in Jeongbalsan Stn.

I had a preliminary check-up during which I told what I wanted. The operation was a few days later and didn't take that long. The doc burned the offending pimples with a laser and that was it.

I seem to remember that the price for (incl. 1st meeting, removing 5-7 pimples and a follow-up) was around 130 000. I skipped the follow-up meeting as I did not see any need for that.

I think they asked something like 10 000 per pimple... sorry can't really remember.

victorology · Joined: 10 Sep 2007

geordieliz · Joined: 04 Mar 2008 Location: Mokdong, Seoul

where did you get yours done, victorology?

Okibum · Joined: 28 Jul 2006

victorology, I am also interested.

victorology · Joined: 10 Sep 2007

I got it done at 루체아.

http://www.lucea.co.kr

02-514-6446

Oreovictim · Joined: 23 Aug 2006

Funny, I had a couple of really small moles removed a few years ago in America. The doctor didn't use a laser. He numbed the area, then he cut them out with a pair of sharp scissors! I'm surprised the area didn't get infected, but then again, he knows what he's doing.

Afterwards, he or the nurse had a chart with various prices. I think that each mole was about $150.00 - $300.00 something high like that. I'm just glad that insurance covered it. At my next appointment, the nurse said that I should be warned if I wanted to get more removed. Insurance doesn't usually cover cosmetic stuff. Got lucky, I guess.

I'll just assume it's a lot cheaper in Korea.

madowlspeaks · Joined: 07 Dec 2006 Location: Somewhere in time and space

Teng Teng skin clinic

http://tengteng.com/english/d_ipl.html

bassexpander · Joined: 13 Sep 2007 Location: Someplace you'd rather be.

I had some moles removed in the USA and the doctor just cut off and around them with a safety razor! He numbed the areas a bit with a shot of something first, but the shot hurt about as much as getting the cut off.

Not sure what the bill was. I think insurance covered it.

madowlspeaks · Joined: 07 Dec 2006 Location: Somewhere in time and space

Dazed and Confused · Joined: 10 Jan 2003

I"ve had feckles and sun spots removed with a laser here in Korea. Most places I've seen are 5,000 and up. Try Dream Skin www.dreamskin.co.kr Ask for Dr. Park Kyung Ho He speaks near perfect English.

axmill · Joined: 07 Mar 2008 Location: USA

I got my moles removed, and they only costed 10,000 per... The procedure was done in a matter of minutes. But, alas I forgot to put enough sunscreen on during the summer and they came back Sad

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dr. love · Joined: 09 Oct 2007 Location: Seoul

It really depends on the size of the mole. It is very difficult to quote a price without seeing the patient. At our hospital, we generally charge around 20, 000 won, but that does not include just one mole and the doctor usually clears the small ones for free.

Our dermatologist Dr. Shim, has made various appearances on TV and spent a considerable amount of time in the US. He speaks very good English and is a nice guy. The clinic itself is very modern, using only the newest equipment.

If you'd like a referral send me a pm

IlIlNine · Joined: 15 Jun 2005 Location: Gunpo, Gyonggi, SoKo

If you're in the Philippines, it's 20 bucks for any number of spots under 50. If you've got lots to remove, it's worth getting a flight...

poet13 · Posted: Sun Mar 23, 2008 11:22 pm Post subject:

Ha ha ha...mine were free. I used fingernail clippers. They were pretty new though.