Treatment Overview
Revision Mastopexy in Korea is a specialized surgical procedure designed to correct or enhance the results of a previous breast lift (mastopexy). Patients typically seek revision due to sagging recurrence, asymmetry, scar issues, or dissatisfaction with previous breast shape or nipple position.
Korean plastic surgeons are internationally recognized for their precision, artistic approach, and advanced revision techniques, making Korea a leading destination for mastopexy revisions.
Purpose & Benefits
The main goal of revision mastopexy is to restore youthful breast shape, symmetry, and proper nipple-areola positioning.
Key Benefits:
- Corrects recurrent breast sagging (ptosis)
- Improves breast symmetry and projection
- Refines nipple-areola position and contour
- Enhances overall aesthetic appearance and confidence
- Can be combined with implant exchange, fat grafting, or scar revision for optimal results
Ideal Candidates
This procedure is suitable for patients who:
- Previously underwent breast lift surgery and are dissatisfied with results
- Experience sagging recurrence or asymmetry
- Have scar issues or nipple malposition
- Desire enhanced breast aesthetics with natural results
- Are in good health and have realistic expectations
Possible Risks & Complications
Even in advanced Korean clinics, potential risks include:
- Swelling, bruising, or tenderness
- Infection or delayed wound healing
- Minor asymmetry or contour irregularities
- Changes in nipple sensation (temporary or permanent)
- Scar widening or visibility
- Rare anesthesia-related risks
Surgical Techniques Used
Korean surgeons use advanced revision techniques tailored to each patient:
- Anchor or Lollipop Incision Revision: Corrects shape and nipple position with minimal scarring
- Implant Exchange with Lift: Combines mastopexy with implant replacement for enhanced projection
- Fat Grafting: Restores volume and smooths contour irregularities
- Scar Revision Techniques: Refines old scars for smoother, less noticeable results
- Combination Procedures: For complex cases, multiple techniques are integrated for optimal aesthetics
Recovery & Aftercare
- Light activities can resume within 1–2 weeks
- Swelling and bruising typically subside within 2–3 weeks
- Compression bras recommended for 4–6 weeks
- Avoid heavy lifting or strenuous activity for 4–6 weeks
- Follow-up visits monitor healing, nipple-areola position, and breast contour
Results & Longevity
- Immediate improvement in breast shape, symmetry, and nipple position is visible
- Final results typically appear within 2–3 months as swelling subsides
- Long-lasting results with proper post-operative care
- Korean surgeons emphasize natural breast contour, soft tissue feel, and minimal visible scarring
Treatment Process in Korea
Korea is a top destination for revision mastopexy due to advanced surgical expertise, meticulous planning, and patient-focused care:
- Consultation & Assessment: Review previous surgery, evaluate breast tissue, scars, and patient goals
- Customized Surgical Plan: Determine revision approach (lift adjustment, implant exchange, fat grafting, or scar refinement)
- Surgical Procedure: Performed under general anesthesia using minimally invasive techniques tailored for revision
- Post-Operative Care: Compression garments, wound care, and activity guidance
- Follow-Up Visits: Monitor breast contour, symmetry, and healing
- Optional Combination Treatments: Fat grafting, scar revision, or nipple-areola adjustments for optimal results
- Medical Tourism Support: English-speaking coordinators, recovery accommodations, and guidance for international patients
Cost Range
The cost of revision mastopexy in Korea depends on complexity:
- Simple Lift Revision: ₩7,000,000 – ₩12,000,000 KRW (Approx. $5,200 – $9,000 USD)
- Lift with Implant Exchange: ₩12,000,000 – ₩18,000,000 KRW (Approx. $9,000 – $13,800 USD)
- Lift with Fat Grafting or Scar Revision: ₩15,000,000 – ₩25,000,000 KRW (Approx. $11,500 – $19,000 USD)
Additional Costs:
- Pre-operative consultation and imaging: ₩100,000 – ₩400,000 KRW ($75 – $300 USD)
- Hospital stay, anesthesia, and medications: ₩2,000,000 – ₩5,000,000 KRW ($1,500 – $3,800 USD)
- Follow-up visits or minor touch-ups: ₩50,000 – ₩200,000 KRW ($40 – $150 USD)
Popular Clinics
Top Korean clinics for revision mastopexy include:
- Banobagi Plastic Surgery Clinic – expert in complex breast lift revisions and aesthetic refinement
- JK Plastic Surgery Center – internationally accredited, skilled in combined implant-lift revisions
- ID Hospital Seoul – advanced techniques for symmetry, volume, and scar management
- View Plastic Surgery Hospital – focuses on natural contour, minimal scarring, and soft tissue projection
- Regen Plastic Surgery – integrates revision mastopexy with fat grafting for optimal results
