Patient Questions, Answered
48 short, direct answers to the questions international patients ask most, each reviewed by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Yang Jung-hwa.
Lifting
- How long does Ultherapy last?
- Does Ultherapy hurt?
- How many Ultherapy lines do I need?
- How many Thermage shots do I need?
- When do Thermage results show?
- Is there downtime after Sofwave?
- Can you combine Ultherapy and Thermage?
- What is the best age for Ultherapy?
- What is titanium lifting?
- Does ONDA reduce a double chin?
Injectables
- How long does Botox last?
- How many units of Botox for the jaw?
- Can I fly after Botox?
- Can I fly after fillers?
- How long does filler swelling last?
- How many Sculptra sessions do I need?
- How many Rejuran sessions do I need?
- Does Rejuran hurt?
- Juvelook vs Juvelook Volume
- How can I tell if Botox in Korea is genuine?
Skin
- How many sessions do acne scars need?
- Can acne scars be removed completely?
- Is laser safe for melasma?
- How many pico sessions for melasma?
- How many laser sessions for rosacea?
- Does Vbeam cause bruising?
- CO2 laser downtime
- Secret RF downtime
- Best treatment for large pores
- Which lasers are safe for sensitive skin?
Visiting Seoul
- How do I book a dermatologist in Seoul as a foreigner?
- Do Korean dermatologists speak English?
- Is dermatology cheaper in Korea?
- What is a board-certified dermatologist in Korea?
- How do I verify a Korean doctor's licence?
- Tax refund on cosmetic treatment
- How many days should I stay?
- Same-day treatment
- Payment methods
- English records and receipts