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How Should We Choose a Plastic Surgery Clinic? (4) (Best doctors??)

Choose a doctor who is honest.

"I can make anything possible with my skills. You could become like Ariana Grande or even Selena Gomez, or become even more beautiful." I personally think that it's better to immediately exclude any doctor who says such things from the candidate list. (Of course, there is a 0.0001% chance that you have such a phenomenal potential that they would say such a thing, but in this case, the hospital will offer something like a full free sponsorship for plastic surgery). In reality, plastic surgery has limits of improvement depending on various conditions. It's better to choose a doctor who honestly explains these limits and diagnoses realistically within achievable ranges.

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How Should We Choose a Plastic Surgery Clinic? (3) (Do some basic research)

Many people tend to get nervous when they go in for a consultation at a plastic surgery clinic. It's not uncommon to be intimidated by doctors or consultants pointing out your facial flaws, unfamiliar terminology, or the fast-paced consultation. I, too, was nervous my first time, so it's understandable. But even just doing some preliminary research on the terms and materials used for the area you want to improve can make the consultation process much smoother. You will be able to easily grasp the issues pointed out by the doctor and the proposed surgical procedure.

However, self-diagnosing as a result of extensive research (e.g., the tip of the nose should have 3mm of silicone inserted, and the nose tip should be raised by 4mm from its current state using auricular cartilage and septal cartilage, resulting in this shape) can be unhelpful as it can often differ from the doctor's diagnosis.

In my personal opinion, the best approach is to familiarize yourself with basic terminology and surgical methods related to the area you wish to improve, and to accurately identify your current dissatisfaction.

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How Should We Choose a Plastic Surgery Clinic? (2) (Beware of Exaggerated Advertisements)

Even excluding monitor event discounts, which are a nominal method of inducing reservations, be skeptical of cheap events without any conditions like being a monitor (especially in large hospitals).

In fact, I've often seen such event hospitals hire freshly graduated (inexperienced) doctors to use as practice subjects.

From the perspective of the hired doctors, it's great that they get to practice, but is it really safe to offer your body as a practice partner for a novice doctor just because of the cheap price?

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How Should We Choose a Plastic Surgery Clinic? (Beware of Exaggerated Advertisements)

Be wary of clinics that rely heavily on exaggerated advertisements

The plastic surgery industry heavily depends on word-of-mouth, or viral marketing. Therefore, it's extremely important to have the ability to distinguish between fake reviews and overblown advertisements. While it can be difficult for Koreans, it's even more challenging for foreigners. Although we will discuss methods to improve this ability in a separate post, at a basic level, you should question reviews that only contain praise and satisfaction. Even if the review is a genuine post-op commentary from a real patient, it's never a bad idea to maintain a certain level of skepticism.

Furthermore, these marketing costs are often transferred to the patients as part of the surgery fees.

After observing this industry for a decade, I have found that not all clinics that heavily rely on marketing are necessarily unscrupulous. However, in my personal opinion, most unscrupulous clinics tend to excessively invest in marketing.

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Revenue Structure Based on Hospital Size <South Korean Plastic Surgery Market 4>

The reason for understanding the fixed costs (expenses) of a hospital is simple. It's to better comprehend why a hospital of this size is marketing in this way at this time and why they're saying these things to me. Furthermore, it's to identify the hospital's weak points in negotiations and find advantageous cards for oneself. In other words, it's one of the efforts to gain an upper hand in selecting a hospital and negotiating surgery fees.

Plastic surgery clinics heavily rely on location, and the popular areas with a high concentration of plastic surgery clinics are around the Gangnam district. Therefore, the base rent starts from at least $6,640. Then, there are labor costs. The general staff's salary is relatively low, at around $19,920 annually, but the salary of a full-time doctor ranges between $124,500 to $332,000, which is a larger portion than the rent. The next expenses include marketing costs and equipment rental fees, which vary greatly depending on the hospital, so they are excluded from the fixed costs.

So, how much revenue does a single-doctor hospital need to generate to make a profit? With a doctor's salary of approximately $16,700, staff salaries for eight employees totaling $16,700, and rent of $8,300, we can roughly estimate that at least $41,700 in fixed costs are spent every month. However, what if surgery reservations fluctuate due to various events or holidays in Korea? In months when surgery reservations are sparse, hospitals will naturally lower prices or hold special events to fill the schedule. This is the reason why clinic managers are stressed about reservations and why they pressure customers to make deposits. However, if you can take advantage of this reservation pressure and stress, you may be able to get significant discounts, which will be explained in the next section on consultation negotiation techniques for 'Using Korean Cosmetic Surgery Clinics'.

Next, let's consider the fixed costs of a large hospital with more than ten doctors. With a doctor's salary of approximately $167,000-$250,000, staff salaries totaling around $67,000, and rent ranging from $42,000-$67,000, the fixed costs come close to about $420,000. This is why large hospitals continuously try new marketing strategies and conduct regular low-price events. Have you ever wondered why large hospitals, already well-known, still hold these events?

Another hidden structure within the cosmetic surgery industry can be seen here. Doctors who have recently acquired qualifications in cosmetic surgery but lack funds and experience to open their clinic in Gangnam are in need of surgery cases to gain experience. Large hospitals need a high volume of surgeries and cases to cover their fixed costs. This mutual interest creates a symbiotic relationship where young doctors join large hospitals to gain experience, and large hospitals make money.

The well-known plastic surgeons I've met had tremendous pride and self-esteem. In any field, products or people that are genuinely recognized are in high demand despite their high costs. That's why prices naturally increase. Based on this common-sense premise, do you still find the low-price events of large hospitals appealing? Who do you think would perform surgeries at such low prices like $249 for double eyelids or $4,980 for three contour surgeries?

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ㅇ Plastic surgery hospitals have high fixed costs.

ㅇ Therefore, the pressure from consultation managers to cover fixed costs is strong, but if used well, one can negotiate prices advantageously.

ㅇ Large hospitals employ inexperienced doctors to cover their fixed costs by conducting numerous surgeries at a low cost per customer.

ㅇ This symbiotic relationship between novice doctors and large hospitals is due to their aligned interests.

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Structure of Korean Cosmetic Surgery <South Korean Plastic Surgery Market 3>

Since the 2000s, the demand for cosmetic surgery in Korea has rapidly increased, leading to the commercialization of the cosmetic surgery market. In the past, it was common for the representative director of a hospital to be the owner, but now the industry has evolved into various forms such as MSOs and administrative hospitals.

Firstly, let's talk about MSOs. MSO stands for Management Service Organization, which provides services related to overall hospital management (purchasing, personnel management, billing, marketing, etc.) that are unrelated to medical practices. In a nutshell, a medical corporation or medical professional invests in an MSO to form a strategic alliance through capital, and the medical institution provides a certain percentage of its revenue or profits (profit-sharing) to the MSO. Although some medical professionals take on the role of an MSO representative to own multiple medical institutions or reduce their taxable income, there are also many cases where non-medical professionals, such as marketing experts, serve as representatives.

Next, an administrative hospital refers to a medical institution established by borrowing the name of a medical professional while paying a certain fee. This is a way to cleverly bypass the medical law that states that only medical professionals can establish medical institutions (in fact, there are many administrative hospitals in the form of MSOs).

Some may wonder, "Why do I need to know all of this if I just want to get cosmetic surgery in Korea?" The reason for explaining this is that the structure of the hospital itself has significant implications for the direction of the hospital's profit-seeking. What do you think is the reason for non-medical professionals to own cosmetic surgery clinics through illegal practices? What do you think is the reason for entrusting hospital management to professional companies while providing a certain percentage of profits to MSOs? Ultimately, these types of medical institutions have no choice but to focus more on profit-seeking compared to normal medical institutions. In the process, illegal activities, such as various proxy surgeries, inevitably occur to maximize profits. Of course, in a market economy, it is natural and even encouraged for economic entities to pursue profits. However, what I want to emphasize is to be cautious of some malicious medical institutions that monopolize the market through powerful marketing and agenda-setting.

For example, let me explain the case of 00 Cosmetic Surgery Clinic. The director of the clinic, a woman who used to be a nursing assistant (junior nurse) and consultation room manager, made it to the top 5 cosmetic surgery clinics in Korea with her aggressive and large-scale marketing strategies. The clinic conducted dozens of surgeries every day like a factory, and the female director amassed a huge fortune. Naturally, various illegal activities took place openly, and there were numerous victims. Eventually, the president and the representative director were investigated by law. As a result, the clinic closed down, and patients who had surgery at the Korea Cosmetic Surgery Clinic lost all opportunities to access their medical records and postoperative care.

As there are still numerous administrative hospitals I know of, this type of medical institution will continue to exist. I will attempt to provide a simple method for you to distinguish these hospitals for your practical use.

First, people unrelated to medical institutions (middle-aged men in suits aged 5 to 60) often visit the clinic. They sometimes hold meetings within the hospital, creating a chaotic atmosphere. (Many petit specialty hospitals sell event products cheaply through apps.)

Second, there is a very successful person within the hospital who is not a doctor. (This is rare nowadays, but it used to be more common.) Nowadays, most of them reside in an external office and visit the hospital occasionally.

Third, men and women dressed in suits or casual attire, rather than nursing uniforms, wander around the hospital. (In many cases, they are marketing company employees).

While administrative hospitals involve practices that violate the law and are considered negative, not all MSO hospitals are 100% bad. Due to competition among management experts, consumer prices may decrease or consumers' choices may expand, which can be considered an advantage for consumers. However, it is a fact that some unscrupulous medical institutions still exist, and understanding the basic structure of Korean cosmetic surgery clinics can make it easier for us to understand their profit structure and how to respond to it.

ㅇ Although there are still general cosmetic surgery clinics where the representative director also serves as the hospital owner, there are other types of cosmetic surgery clinics, such as MSOs and administrative hospitals.

ㅇ MSOs acquire shares to support hospital management and obtain a portion of the profits. Administrative hospitals are establishments set up by non-medical professionals using a medical professional's license.

ㅇ Both types of hospitals are not entirely bad, but due to the inherent differences in their ideologies, they tend to focus more on profit-seeking than general medical institutions. Thus, it is essential to be aware of this aspect.

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The Reason for Writing about the South Korean Plastic Surgery Market <South Korean Plastic Surgery Market 2> 

Of course, the current Korean cosmetic surgery market is not perfect. Even now, there are daily cases of patients suffering from side effects of cosmetic surgery, and legal disputes between hospitals and consumers persist. However, it is clear that the Korean consumers of the past and the Korean consumers of today are significantly different. They can easily access information on the side effects of various surgeries, and they share information about unscrupulous clinics through difficult-to-track overseas websites. When side effects occur, they share information on how to handle the situation, and consumers band together to fight against the hospitals. No longer do they stay silent when a high school student is killed by a shadow doctor performing surgery on her behalf or when a boyfriend becomes a vegetable after cosmetic surgery while serving in the military, unable to even take legal action or grieve.

At the same time, related laws and regulations continue to improve and develop in response to consumer demands. The unique characteristics of this market may mean that the relative imbalance between businesses and consumers may never be completely resolved. However, as long as there is a continued movement towards improvement by consumers, this imbalance will continue to be addressed. I write this article in the hope that it will serve as a meaningful step towards such improvement.

In future articles, I will provide information to help readers understand the Korean cosmetic surgery market and become informed consumers. This article is primarily aimed at those who are actually considering cosmetic surgery in Korea. In addition to this target audience, I have also tried to make the content as widely accessible as possible to those who are interested in working in the Korean cosmetic surgery industry, aspiring beauty industry entrepreneurs, and those who want to understand the Korean cosmetic surgery market. The Korean cosmetic surgery industry ecosystem, in particular, is believed to have developed in complexity alongside the United States. Therefore, considering the current ecosystem of Korea's cosmetic surgery industry that has pursued extreme efficiency as a business, as well as the growth of China and Southeast Asia's cosmetic surgery industry that mimics this approach, one can glimpse the future of Korea's cosmetic surgery industry ecosystem through the past, the path walked, and the present detailed in this article.

I should add that while there may be some descriptions that paint all business operators in this market, namely doctors, as unscrupulous medical professionals who exploit information asymmetry, the majority of the plastic surgeons I know are respectable individuals who uphold their conscience as doctors and fulfill their duties as medical professionals. When I point out unscrupulous business operators, I am referring to a small number of "businesspeople disguised as doctors" and "non-medical plastic surgery clinic owners who view cosmetic surgery as a way to make money."

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The Reason for Writing about the South Korean Plastic Surgery Market <South Korean Plastic Surgery Market 1>

Eleven years ago, after my college entrance exam, I wanted to get orthognathic surgery and a three-point facial contouring at the notorious blacklist hospital, ○○○ Dental Clinic. At the time, Dr. Kang○○, who was known as the god of orthognathic surgery, appeared on various TV shows and media outlets, performing surgeries on celebrities and well-known figures. I paid an additional 15 million KRW (approximately $13,000) to have the surgery done by Dr. Kang○○, bringing the total cost to around 40 million KRW (approximately $35,000). A few months later, I saw advertisements and Dr. Yu○○'s face everywhere, and he frequently appeared on TV programs. I chose him to perform my nose surgery for 6 million KRW (approximately $5,200) at ○○ Plastic Surgery Clinic.

At the time, South Korea was in the early stages of the plastic surgery boom, and consumers' knowledge about plastic surgery was severely lacking. As a result, people had no choice but to trust the one-sided information that was being heavily marketed. Consequently, the two hospitals became blacklisted, infamous institutions in the Gangnam area, known for various illegal activities. I was left unable to obtain any medical records related to my nose and orthognathic surgeries. Despite paying a premium price and seeking out the best surgeons in South Korea through media coverage, I ended up in a situation where I could not even confirm who performed the surgeries, what was inserted into my nose and jaw, or how much was removed. I am grateful just to be alive.

I am not writing this with a saint-like mindset, wanting to "save everyone" or "protect foreign patients from unscrupulous doctors." I am not such a virtuous person, and I am merely an ordinary citizen trying to survive in a fiercely competitive modern society. However, when I first saw the English-speaking market for South Korean plastic surgery through an American friend of ten years, I was struck by the similarities between the current market and that of South Korea a decade ago. I am writing this in the hope that raising consumer awareness, even by a small amount, will help bring the market closer to the present state of South Korea.

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If You're Considering Facial Contour Surgery, You Must Read This

The patient experienced the disappearance of their jawline and noticeable fat under the chin due to excessive orthognathic and contour surgeries. Additionally, the jawbone behind the ear receded too far inward, causing the jawline to be completely invisible.

Although I recommended elasticum lifting, chin fat liposuction, and salivary gland Botox, the hospital responsible for the revision surgery insisted that liposuction was not necessary. Below, I will explain why elasticum lifting and liposuction should be performed together.

Elasticum lifting is a procedure that restores skin elasticity and uses highly durable threads to provide natural results in areas with a lot of movement. Chin fat removal is often performed alongside elasticum lifting. By removing fat and then securing the muscles and surrounding tissues, the procedure becomes more effective. The difference between pulling the jawline toward the ear with a lot of fat and removing the chin fat before lifting is easy to understand, even for those unfamiliar with plastic surgery. Salivary gland Botox is a treatment for the muscles that protrude when swallowing saliva. In this patient's case, the salivary gland muscles have fallen even further after orthognathic surgery, so the effect is expected to be greater than in the average person.

The priority is to observe how the jawline changes after these three procedures. Although immediately resorting to liposuction is not a fundamental solution for the lack of a jawline, the patient followed my advice and declined the hospital's recommendation. The hospital eventually decided not to perform liposuction, and I recommended the patient undergo elasticum lifting followed by V-olet injection at another hospital at her own expense.

In the next article, I will explain the patient's surgical results and satisfaction level.

Please note that we cannot disclose patient and hospital information due to legal issues.

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"Complications After Orthognathic Surgery + Facial Contouring + Facial Liposuction: A Cautionary Case"

In the previous post, I mentioned a patient who underwent a major surgery that combined orthognathic surgery, facial contouring surgery, and facial liposuction. Many people have experienced serious problems or even died from this surgery, which should be performed by highly skilled and specialized doctors.

Orthognathic surgery is a cosmetic surgery performed when there are problems with the position or size of the maxilla (upper jaw) and mandible (lower jaw). The goal of this surgery is to improve facial proportions and balance and restore proper occlusion, thereby resolving functional issues. However, the woman who was harmed in this case did not have a problem with her occlusion. It is speculated that the surgery was performed to show dramatic effects or for the doctors at the hospital to gain experience. If only good results had been achieved, I wouldn't be writing this article. However, this patient faced the following issues:

1. Development of a "dog jaw" phenomenon

The "dog jaw" refers to a sagging of the skin below the jawline, and in many cases, additional surgery is needed to preserve the jawline after contouring surgery. In this case, a submental lift is deemed necessary.

2. Prominent fat below the jaw

The patient, who originally did not have a prominent chin fat, had noticeable chin fat after orthognathic and contouring surgery. This is because the area of the jawbone has decreased, but the area and volume of the original chin skin and fat remain the same.

3. Pain in the cheek area

There are various reasons for nerve pain after contouring surgery. Nerve damage during surgery, nerve compression due to swelling and inflammation, or changes in the location of the nervous system can cause discomfort or pain to persist. Usually, the pain is temporary, but this patient has been experiencing continuous pain for a year.

4. Collapse of the jawbone

As a result of the orthognathic surgery, the jaw has receded, and the end part of the jaw near the ear has moved too far inward, making the line itself not visible. The temporary solution proposed by the hospital is to hide the contour that should be bone with soft fat through fat grafting.

The solution proposed by the hospital is a jawline lift and fat grafting to the problematic jawline, but it was argued that the necessary submental fat grafting is not needed, and fat grafting to the jawline is not the ultimate solution, so it is advised not to proceed.

In conclusion, the patient's expectations, the doctor's capabilities, and professionalism play important roles in these surgeries. Minimizing potential problems after surgery and prioritizing the patient's health and safety are crucial, and it is essential to make the right decision through sufficient consultation with experts.

In the next post, I will discuss how to properly address these issues.

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The Frightening Consequences of a Failed Sponsored Plastic Surgery

As mentioned in the previous post, there are more foreigners who have suffered damages from sponsorship surgeries than one might think. Through this case, we aim to illustrate how dangerous a free surgery can be.

The patient is a woman from India who learned Korean and received a scholarship to attend a university in Korea. She was happy attending school without financial concerns. However, after completing a semester, she attempted to pursue a modeling career and received an offer for free surgery as a sponsorship model from a large plastic surgery clinic in Gangnam. Driven by her desire to continue her modeling career, she decided to undergo surgery at the large clinic.

Initially, she wanted a nose surgery, but during the consultation, the clinic recommended a full facial contouring surgery. Wanting more significant changes, she accepted the proposal and decided to have the surgery.

Facial contouring surgery is the most challenging level of plastic surgery, with a long recovery period. For three months, she couldn't eat properly and endured facial swelling, holding onto the expectation that she would become beautiful once fully recovered. However, even after six months and a year, she still experiences persistent pain in the cheekbone area, and her jawline has disappeared entirely, preventing her from modeling. Moreover, due to the recovery period, she couldn't attend school properly and lost her scholarship.

The clinic likely didn't intentionally choose such a significant surgery to ruin the patient's life. However, from a marketing perspective that utilizes before and after photos, there may have been a desire to provide more significant changes. On the other hand, the patient regrets succumbing to the allure of free surgery and accepting a different procedure without much consideration. If she had accurately understood her desired surgery and received sponsorship for it, she might have avoided this situation by knowing more about the side effects of facial contouring surgery.

The patient is currently facing issues such as the loss of her jawline, pain in the cheekbone area, and sagging under the chin. In the next article, we will discuss possible solutions for the patient's problems and whether it is appropriate to have another surgery at the same clinic to address these issues.

Due to legal reasons, we cannot disclose detailed information about the patient and the clinic.

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Is free plastic surgery in Korea dangerous?

Is free plastic surgery in Korea dangerous?

Korea is known as a place where free plastic surgery is more accessible compared to other countries, as the market targeting locals is saturated and many clinics target foreigners. Influencer advertising has become popular, attracting foreigners with promises of free plastic surgery. However, many people undergo surgery without accurate information, which can lead to unsatisfactory results.

Korean plastic surgeons face greater challenges in surviving in the industry compared to plastic surgeons in other countries, as a significant number of medical school graduates enter the lucrative field of plastic surgery. This trend affects the number of newly established clinics. The abundance of new clinics inevitably leads to fierce competition in advertising, which ultimately results in indiscriminate offers of free plastic surgery to foreigners.

People who receive free surgery typically face the following problems:

1. Uncertainty about the desired type of surgery

2. Complete dependence on the clinic due to a lack of knowledge

3. Lack of awareness of potential side effects

4. Inability to compare with other clinics

Let me tell you the issues that can arise from 1 through 4 above.

1. As mentioned in item 1, individuals who undergo sponsored surgeries through advertising may not know exactly what type of surgery they want. As a result, even if the surgery is well-performed, the significant change in appearance can be perceived as an unsuccessful outcome.

2. Patients may agree to and proceed with surgery based solely on the guidance of medical professionals, relying entirely on the clinic.

3. Although clinics are required to disclose potential side effects before signing a contract, they might downplay the severity of the worst side effects to present them as less dangerous.

4. The likelihood of multiple clinics offering surgery for free is slim, so customers are limited to a single clinic providing the procedure.

Due to these problems, many foreigners lacking knowledge about plastic surgery experience dissatisfaction after surgery, often leading to secondary surgeries or additional procedures.

In the next article, I will discuss the case of a foreign woman who actually underwent free surgery in Korea and has been suffering in her job, school, and personal relationships for over a year.

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The Dangerous "Plastic Surgery Side Effects “Conclusion”

In conclusion, it is crucial for patients considering plastic surgery to be well-informed about the possible side effects and complications associated with each procedure. By understanding the risks and discussing them with a qualified surgeon, patients can make educated decisions about their treatment and be better prepared for potential complications. It is also essential for medical professionals to provide detailed pre-operative consultations, ensuring that patients have realistic expectations and understand the potential outcomes of their chosen procedures.

During this process, medical professionals should provide patients with the following information:

1. Purpose and expected results of the procedure: Patients should have a thorough understanding of the objectives and anticipated outcomes of the surgery.

2. Limitations and likelihood of success: Medical professionals should clearly explain the limitations and success rates of each procedure, ensuring patients are aware of the potential outcomes and are able to make informed decisions.

In addition, medical professionals and patients should work together to:

1. Identify and discuss individual risk factors: Each patient's health status and history should be evaluated to determine their unique risk factors for complications. These should be openly discussed with the patient, allowing them to understand and weigh the risks associated with their chosen procedure.

2. Develop a comprehensive post-operative care plan: A well-structured and personalized post-operative care plan can minimize the risk of complications and improve overall satisfaction with the surgery. This plan should include follow-up appointments, medication management, and instructions for proper wound care.

3. Encourage open communication: Open communication between patients and medical professionals is essential for addressing concerns, discussing potential complications, and ensuring that patients feel supported throughout the entire process.

By increasing awareness and fostering communication between patients and medical professionals, the occurrence of adverse side effects can be reduced, ultimately leading to a safer and more satisfying plastic surgery experience.

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The Dangerous "Plastic Surgery Side Effects" Roundup 7

Liposuction

The most common side effect after liposuction is an uneven or lumpy appearance of the skin where the fat has been removed. Blood clotting or swelling may also occur. The most dangerous side effect is "pulmonary fat embolism syndrome," which happens when damaged fat particles enter the bloodstream during liposuction and block blood vessels in the lungs, brain, kidneys, eyes, etc. This can lead to pulmonary failure and eventually death. This side effect is rare, occurring in about 1 in 100,000 patients. If large amounts of fat are removed at once or if the procedure is performed frequently, it can disrupt the body's electrolyte balance and cause various side effects. If fat is removed all at once, an abnormal reaction of a blood component called serum can occur, leading to the formation of a "seroma."

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The Dangerous "Plastic Surgery Side Effects" Roundup 6

Facial contouring surgery

Facial contouring surgery involves cutting and repositioning the facial bones to change the contours of the face. The healing process after this surgery is similar to that of a bone fracture. During the healing process, if the bones do not properly reattach in the desired position, malunion may occur, resulting in an abnormal appearance. Additionally, severe pain and inflammation-related swelling may occur if the bones do not properly reattach.

Other potential side effects include the formation of a hematoma (blood clot) after surgery, bone necrosis (death of bone tissue), damage to the nerves surrounding the surgical site, or the corrected area reverting to its original state, known as "bone segment relapse."

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The Dangerous "Plastic Surgery Side Effects" Roundup 5

Breast augmentation surgery

In breast augmentation surgery, if the implant used is saline, there is an occasional risk of the saline leaking. Loss of sensation in the nipple may also occur, and asymmetry between the breasts may result if the balance is not maintained. Fibrous tissue may proliferate around the implant within the breast, forming a capsule, and in severe cases, the capsule may harden, causing the breast to become firm and round like a ball.

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The Dangerous "Plastic Surgery Side Effects" Roundup 4

Rhinoplasty

The most significant side effect of rhinoplasty is implant degradation. As the implant degrades over time, it can cause inflammatory reactions in the nose or even protrude outside the nose. Some people may also have a specific reaction to the implant, causing swelling of the nose due to an inflammatory response. In rare cases, the skin of the nose may necrotize due to the implant, and the patient may experience a strong foreign body sensation.