Aesthetic Surgery Journal
High Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Facelift with Finger-Assisted Facial Spaces Dissection for Asian Patients
2015 · Vol 35(1), 1–8
Dr. Min-Hee Ryu
Dr. Ryu is a Leading Authority in the DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and a Global Educator, recognized for his expertise in Facial Rejuvenation surgery and anatomy.
As a lecturer, tutor, and surgical demonstrator, Dr. Ryu is invited to teach DEEP PLANE FACELIFT techniques through lectures and cadaver dissections across more than 15 countries, including Korea, the US, Europe, Singapore, Australia, and Japan.
His academic and professional credentials include serving as a MAFAC Faculty Member since 2016, Guest Faculty Member at Mayo Clinic since 2023, and Editorial Board Member of the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal (SCI) since 2019. He is also an active member of KSPRS, ASPS, ASAPS, and ISAPS. Through these academic and educational roles, Dr. Ryu continues to contribute to the advancement of facial rejuvenation surgery and surgical education.
Two decades of facelift surgery,
shared across the world
RNWOOD is a Plastic Surgery clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, led by Dr. Min-Hee Ryu. Dr. Ryu performs one DEEP PLANE FACELIFT per day, and an English-speaking consultant stays with each international patient from the first online enquiry through follow-up. The recommended length of stay in Korea for lifting procedures is 7–10 days.
Figures below reflect Dr. Ryu's full surgical career, including the years before RNWOOD opened.
3,000+
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT cases
12,000+
Lifting cases
20+
Years of experience
80+
Countries represented
Peer-reviewed
Professional Articles
Peer-reviewed publications by Dr. Min-Hee Ryu as first author, on deep-plane and high-SMAS facelift technique.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
The Inclusion of Orbicularis Oculi Muscle in the SMAS Flap in Asian Facelift: Anatomical Consideration of Orbicularis Muscle and Zygomaticus Major Muscle
2018 · Vol 42(2), 471–478
PRS Global Open
Preserving Orbicularis Branches of the Zygomatic Nerve with the Orbicularis Oculi Muscle — Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Flap Complex in Facelift Surgery
2018 · Vol 6, e1961
Aesthetic Surgery Journal
Surgical Correction of Crow’s Feet Deformity With Radiofrequency Current
January 2014 · Vol 34(1), 28–33
Academic Roles and Affiliations
Positions held by Dr. Min-Hee Ryu.
Mendelson DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Mayo Clinic Aesthetic Facial Contouring Hands-on Surgical Skills, Mayo Clinic, Rochester
MAFAC
Faculty
Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course. Faculty Member since 2016.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (SCI)
Editorial Board Member
Editorial Committee of the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal, since 2019.
ISAPS
Member, Educational Council
The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Member since 2012; Educational Council since 2024.
Mayo Clinic
Guest Faculty
Mayo Clinic, Rochester. Guest Faculty since 2023.
KSPRS
Active Member
The Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. Academic Committee, 2019.
ASPS
International Active Member
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
ASAPS, THE AESTHETIC SOCIETY
International Active Member
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
Lectures and Invited Faculty
Congress presentations, panels, chaired sessions, live surgery demonstrations and cadaver workshops, 2005 to 2025.
Guest Faculty, Mayo Clinic
Mendelson DEEP PLANE FACELIFT & Mayo Clinic Aesthetic Facial Contouring hands-on cadaver workshop, Rochester, MN, USA — invited annually since 2023.
Faculty, MAFAC
Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course cadaver workshop faculty in Melbourne, Amsterdam and beyond — invited nearly every year since 2016.
ISAPS Olympiad World Congress
Panelist and session chair, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore — the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery's flagship world congress.
Live Surgery Demonstration
MEVOS International Congress of Aesthetic Surgery and Medicine, Hangzhou, China — live DEEP PLANE FACELIFT demonstration to an international audience.
Open the full record (2005–2025)
2025
- 93DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Surgical Anatomy (Panel). Session 2 Face I b From Korea to Europe, From Skin to Bone (Chair). GERMAN-KOREAN AESTHETIC FACE MEETING. February 22-23, 2025. Munich, Germany
- 92DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Surgical Anatomy (Panel). Cairo FACE 2025. May 1-2, 2025. Waldorf Astoria Hilton Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt
- 91Asian DEEP PLANE FACELIFT (Panel). Intraop With the Masters: A Journey From Cadaver Anatomy to Surgery – Face (Chair). Asian Facelift and Surgical Anatomy (Panel). Face & Neck Session - Digging Deep (Chair). Face and Neck: Tips and Tricks I (Chair). ISAPS Olympiad World Congress 2025. June 18-21, 2025, Sands Expo & Convention Centre at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
- 90MAFAC in Mayo Clinic 2025. A Cadaver Workshop. (The 33rd Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course) (Faculty). Mendelson DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Mayo Clinic Aesthetic Facial Contouring Hands-on Surgical Skills, July 7-9, 2025, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
- 89Saudi Face 2025. DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Surgical Anatomy (Panel) December 5-6, 2025 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- 88MAFAC Amsterdam 2025 (34th Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course) (Faculty). Intensive Hands-On Cadaver Workshop, November 18–19, 2025, Leiden, Netherlands
2024
- 87DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Fat Graft (Panel). MEVOS, May 10-12, 2024. Hangzhou, China
- 86DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Surgical Anatomy (Panel). Malaysian Association of Plastic, Aesthetic and Craniomaxillofacial Surgeons. MAPACS ASC 2024. May 24-26, 2024. Bandar Utama, Malaysia
- 85DEEP PLANE FACELIFT in Asian Patients. Oriental Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. OSAPS 2024. July 4-6, 2024. Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort, Cebu
- 84A Cadaver Workshop. (The 31st Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course) (Faculty). Mendelson DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Mayo Clinic Aesthetic Facial Contouring Hands-on Surgical Skills, July 29-31, 2024, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
- 83DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Surgical Anatomy. The 21st China Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Cosmetic Conference. September 20-22, 2024. Beijing, China
- 82MAFAC Amsterdam 2024 (32nd Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course) (Faculty). Intensive Hands-On Cadaver Workshop, October 1-2, 2024, Leiden University Medical Center, Netherlands
2023
- 81DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Surgical Anatomy. The 5th International Medicine of Anti-Aging & Aesthetic Congress, March 2-4, 2023, Shenzhen, China
- 80Composite Facelifts Simplified through Modern Understanding of Deep Plane (spaces and ligaments) Anatomy, A Cadaver Workshop. (27th Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course) (Faculty). The Aesthetic Meeting 2023 (ASAPS Meeting 2023), April 20, 2023, Miami, FL, USA
- 79DEEP PLANE FACELIFT in Asian Patients (Panel). Mendelson DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Mayo Clinic Aesthetic Facial Contouring Hands-on Surgical Skills, August 3-5, 2023, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
- 78A Cadaver Workshop. (28th Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course) (Faculty). Mendelson DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Mayo Clinic Aesthetic Facial Contouring Hands-on Surgical Skills, August 3-5, 2023, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
- 77DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Fat Graft (Panel). MEVOS, September 1-3, 2023, Dalian, China
- 76DEEP PLANE FACELIFT in Asian Patients (Panel). The international Meeting of Facial Rejuvenation and Periocular Surgery, September 9-10, 2023, Yanji, China
- 75DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Surgical Anatomy (Panel). WYSS 2023, November 3-5, 2023, Wenzhou, China
- 74MAFAC Amsterdam 2023 (30th Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course) (Faculty). Intensive Hands-On Cadaver Workshop, December 7, 2023, Leiden, Netherlands
2022
- 73Facelift Methods and Surgical Anatomy (For Managing Soft Tissue Drooping after Facial Bone Contouring Surgery) (Panel). PAPRAS 9th National Meeting, March 26, 2022, Manila, Philippines
- 72Asian Facelift and Surgical Anatomy (Panel). ZHONGNANSHAN Aesthetic Meeting, June 19, 2022, Virtual Event, China
- 71Asian Facelift and Surgical Anatomy (Panel). The inaugural meeting and the first academic seminar of the Plastic and Aesthetic Anatomy Branch of the Chinese Anatomical Society. The second International Cloud Conference of Precision and Digital Medicine Branch of Chinese Association of Plastic Surgery, July 1-3, 2022, Guangzhou, China
- 70The 2022 Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course (MAFAC) (Faculty), 12 to 14 Oct 2022, The Royal Australasian College of Surgeon (RACS), Melbourne, Australia
- 69Neck Lift and Submentoplasty (Panel). Shengjing Surgical Annual Meeting, November 14-20, 2022, Shenyang, China
2021
- 68Surgical Correction of Crow’s Feet Deformity Using Orbicularis Oculi Muscle Coagulation (Panel). ISAPS World 2021, March 27-28, 2021, ISAPS Virtual Event
- 67Asian Facelift and Surgical Anatomy (Panel). ISAPS F.A.S.T. III Module, Aesthetic Facial Surgery and Rhinoplasty. Advanced Level, November 27, 2021, ISAPS FAST RUSSIA Virtual Event
2019
- 66Facelift Methods and Surgical Anatomy: Considerations of Muscles and Nerve Branches at the Malar Area (Invited Lecture). The 297th Gangnam Conference, January 19, 2019, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Seoul, South Korea
- 65Asian Facelift and Surgical Anatomy (Panel). IMCI 2019, The 2nd International Medical Cosmetology Innovation Forum, April 27-28, 2019, Regal Shanghai East Asia Hotel, Shanghai, China
- 64High SMAS Facelift with Release of Retaining ligaments in Sub-SMAS Plane; Anatomical Considerations of Orbicularis Oculi Muscle, Zygomatic Nerve Branches in the Malar Area (Panel). My Facelift (Live Surgery Demonstration). 2019 MEVOS International Congress of Aesthetic Surgery and Medicine, May 3-5, 2019, Hangzhou International Expo Center, Hangzhou, China
- 63Anatomical Considerations of Orbicularis Oculi Muscle at the Malar Area. May 15, 2019, Soonchunhyang Hospital, Seoul, South Korea
- 62Composite Facelifts Simplified through Modern Understanding of Deep Plane (spaces and ligaments) Anatomy; A Cadaver Workshop. (MAFAC Course) (Faculty). The Aesthetic Meeting 2019 (ASAPS Meeting 2019), May 18, 2019, New Orleans, USA
- 61Asian Facelift and Surgical Anatomy (Panel). Surgical Correction of Crow’s Feet Deformity Using Orbicularis Oculi Muscle Coagulation (Panel). IMCAS Asia 2019, July 5-7, 2019, Westin Nusa Dua, Bali
- 60Asian Facelift and Surgical Anatomy (Panel). The 3rd International Annual Meeting of Mongolian Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, September 7, 2019, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
- 59Considerations of Facial Rejuvenation Procedures. HELP 2019, October 13, 2019, Le Meridien Hotel, Seoul
- 58The 2019 Melbourne Advanced Facial Anatomy Course (MAFAC) (Faculty), 2 to 3 Oct 2019, MERF, QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
- 57Six topics (Invited Lectures). High SMAS Facelift with Release of Retaining ligaments in Sub-SMAS Plane. The Inclusion of Orbicularis Oculi Muscle in the SMAS Flap in Asian Facelift: Anatomical Consideration of Orbicularis Oculi Muscle and Zygomaticus Major Muscle. Anatomical Variation of Zygomatic Nerve Branches Around Zygomaticus Major Muscle in Facelift. Preserving Orbicularis Branches of the Zygomatic Nerve with the Orbicularis Oculi Muscle—Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Flap Complex in Facelift Surgery Facelift Technique for the Management of Soft Tissue Drooping after Facial Bone Contouring Surgery in Asians. Surgical Correction of Crow’s Feet Deformity Using Orbicularis Oculi Muscle Coagulation. The 4th Plastic Aesthetic Surgery Meeting (PASM) 2019, October 18-19, 2019, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
- 56Improving Lower Facial Contour by Lifting Procedures (Panel). PRS KOREA 2019, November 8-10, 2019, Grand Intercontinental Parnas, Seoul, South Korea
- 55Asian Facelift and Surgical Anatomy (Panel). Plastic Surgery Manila 2019, November 29 – December 1, 2019, St. Luke’s Medical Center, Bonifacio Global City, City of Taguig, Manila, Philippines
2018
- 54Composite Facelifts Simplified through Modern Understanding of Deep Plane (spaces and ligaments) Anatomy, A Cadaver Workshop. (MAFAC Course) (Faculty), The Aesthetic Meeting 2018 (ASAPS Meeting 2018), April 26, 2018, Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York, USA
- 53Preserving the Orbicularis Branches of the Zygomatic Nerve with the Orbicularis Oculi Muscle Elevation During Facelift Surgery (Poster). The Aesthetic Meeting 2018 (ASAPS Meeting 2018), April 26 – May 1, 2018, Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York, USA
- 52Asian Facelift using High SMAS technique with Release of Retaining Ligaments in Sub-SMAS Plane, The Surgical Correction of Crow’s Feet Deformity Using Orbicularis Oculi Muscle Coagulation (Invited Lectures), The 5th National Meeting of Philippine Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (PSPRAS), May 12-13, 2018, Manila, Philippines
- 51High SMAS Facelift with Release of Retaining Ligaments in Sub-SMAS Plane Anatomical Considerations at the Malar Region in Facelift. Surgical Correction of Crow’s Feet Deformity Using Orbicularis Oculi Muscle Coagulation (Invited Lectures), OSAPS and Congress of INAPRAS Bali 2018, July 18-21, 2018, Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center (BNDCC), Bali, Indonesia
- 50High SMAS Facelift with Release of Retaining Ligaments in Sub-SMAS Plane. Surgical Correction of Crow’s Feet Deformity Using Orbicularis Oculi Muscle Coagulation (Panel). ISAPS China Course, The 7th International Congress of Aesthetic Surgery, September 5-8, 2018, Jinan Shandong Hotel, Jinan, China
- 49The 2018 Melbourne Advanced Facial Anatomy Course (MAFAC) (Faculty), 11 to 13 Oct 2018 Melbourne, Australia
- 48High SMAS Facelift with Release of Retaining Ligaments in Sub-SMAS Plane; Anatomical Considerations of OOM, Zygomatic Nerve Branches in the Malar Area (Panel). 2018 International Annual Meeting of Taiwan Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (TSAPS), October 27-28, 2018, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- 47High SMAS Facelift with Finger-Assisted Facial Spaces Dissection (Panel). The 24th Congress of International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), Oct 31st – Nov 4th, 2018, Miami, FL
- 46My Facelift Technique and Surgical Anatomy (Panel). The 6th World Integrative Medicine Congress, December 6-9, 2018, Fuyue Hotel, Shanghai, China
2017
- 45The Inclusion of Orbicularis Oculi Muscle in the SMAS Flap in Asian Facelift : Anatomical Consideration of Orbicularis Oculi Muscle and Zygomaticus Major Muscle. ASPS Aesthetica 2017, March 2-4, 2017, Marriott New Orleans, New Orleans, USA
- 44Dr. Ryu’s Facelift and Surgical Anatomy (Invited Lecture), International Summit of Aesthetic Surgery and Medicine 2017, April 13-16, 2017, Zhengzhou, China
- 43Composite Facelifts Simplified through Modern Understanding of Deep Plane (spaces and ligaments) Anatomy, A Cadaver Workshop. (MAFAC Course) (Faculty), The Aesthetic Meeting 2017 (ASAPS Meeting 2017), April 27, 2017, San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, USA
- 42SMAS Facelift and Surgical Anatomy (Invited Lecture), 2017 Workshop of SSAM (Shanghai Society of Aesthetic Medicine), May 20, 2017, Shanghai Medical Association, Shanghai, China
- 41The Surgical Correction of Crow’s Feet Deformity Using Orbicularis Oculi Muscle Coagulation (Invited Lecture & Live Surgery Demonstration), 2017 Shenyang, Asian Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Summit, July 13-16, Shenyang Military Hospital, Shenyang, China
- 40Facelift Technique for the Management of Soft Tissue Drooping after Facial Bone Contouring Surgery in Asian Patients (Oral Presentation). The Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2017 (ASPS Meeting 2017), October 5–10, 2017, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, USA
- 39Facelift Using the SMAS Flap with Orbicularis Oculi Muscle (Oral Presentation). PRS KOREA 2017 (KSPRS Meeting 2017), November 10-12, 2017, Grand Intercontinental Seoul Parnas, Seoul, South Korea
- 38My Facelift technique and Surgical Anatomy (Panel), The 6th China Plastic Surgery Endoscopy and Minimally Invasive Surgery Conference, December 16-17, 2017, Fuzhou, China
2016
- 37Staying Out of Trouble in Facial Rejuvenation: Locating the Facial Nerve Using Facial Spaces and Ligaments Anatomy; A Cadaver Workshop. (MAFAC Course) (Faculty), The Aesthetic Meeting 2016 (ASAPS Meeting 2016), April 2 – 7, 2016, Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, Las Vegas, USA
- 36Anatomical Variation of Zygomatic Nerve Branches Around Zygomaticus Major Muscle in Facelift (Poster). The Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2016 (ASPS Meeting 2016), September 23–27, 2016, Los Angeles Convention and Exhibition Center, Los Angeles, USA
- 35The Surgical Correction of Crow’s Feet Deformity Using Orbicularis Oculi Muscle Coagulation (Panel), ISAPS 2016 (23rd Biennial Congress of ISAPS), October 23-27, 2016, Miyako Messe Conference Center, Kyoto, Japan
- 34High SMAS Facelift with Release of Retaining Ligaments in Sub-SMAS Plane: Consideration of Facial Nerve and Ligaments Anatomy (Instructional Course Lecture), PRS KOREA 2016(50th Anniversary, 72nd Congress of The Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons), November 17-20, 2016, Coex, Seoul, Korea
2015
- 33High SMAS Facelift with Release of Retaining Ligaments for Asian (Panel), 2015 7th Sino-Esthemed, April 17 – 19, 2015, Beijing, China
- 32(3 Topics) Facelift Methods, Asian Facelift using High SMAS technique with Release of Retaining Ligaments in Sub-SMAS Plane, Hybrid Facial Rejuvenation: The Simultaneous Combination of Lifting, Filling and Skin Resurfacing (Panel), The 6th ICTEC Aesthetic Update : Pursuing Facial Beauty by Collaborative Approaches: Invasive and Non-Invasive Techniques April 25 2015, ICTEC, Jakarta, Indonesia
- 31Hybrid Facial Rejuvenation: The Simultaneous Combination of Lifting, Filling and Skin Resurfacing (Panel), The 3rd Gender Aesthetic Congress Asia 2015, 8-10th May, 2015, Suntec Convention Centre, Singapore
- 30High SMAS Facelift with Release of Retaining Ligaments for Asian (Invited Lecture), 2015 Workshop of SSAM (Shanghai Society of Aesthetic Medicine), 17th May 2015, Shanghai Medical Association, Shanghai, China
- 29High SMAS Facelift with Release of Retaining Ligaments in Sub-SMAS Plane for Asian (Invited Lecture), 123rd Meeting of Japanese Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 11th July, 2015, Tokyo, Japan
- 28High SMAS Facelift with Release of Retaining Ligaments in Sub-SMAS Plane for Asian (Invited Lecture), 5th Chang Gung Aesthetic Conference, October 2–4, 2015, Taoyuan, Taiwan
2014
- 27Hybrid Facial Rejuvenation Surgery (Panel). 2014 6th Sino-Esthemed, April 11 – 13, 2014, Beijing, China
- 26High SMAS Facelift (Panel). Aesthetics Plastic Surgery 2014 (32nd Congress of the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and 12th Congress of the Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons). April 26 - 27, 2014, Coex, Seoul, Korea
- 25Surgical Anatomy in Facial Rejuvenation (Panel). Minimal Invasive Plastic Surgery 19th Symposium, May 18, 2014, Seoul St. Mari’s Hospital, Seoul, Korea
- 24Differences of Facelift Methods (Panel). Korea Anti-aging Association of Plastic Surgery 1st Symposium, June 8, 2014, Korea University, Seoul, Korea
- 23Subplatysmal Procedures in Submentoplasty (Round Table). Korea Anti-aging Association of Plastic Surgery 1st Symposium, June 8, 2014, Korea University, Seoul, Korea
- 22Facelift procedures & Hybrid Facial Rejuvenation (Panel). The 34th Scientific Congress of The Korean Medical Association, June 27 ~ 29, 2014, Coex, Seoul, Korea
- 21Modified High SMAS Facelift for Asian (Oral Presentation). ISAPS(International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) 22nd CONGRESS - September 19-22, 2014 RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil
- 20History and Cutting Edge in Facelift (Instructional Course Lecture), 2014 KSPRS International (72nd Congress of The Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons), November 7–9, 2014 The K Seoul Hotel, Seoul, Korea
2013
- 19Surgical Correction of Crow’s Feet Deformity Using Radiofrequency Current (Oral Presentation). The Aesthetic Meeting 2013(ASAPS Meeting 2013), April 11 – 16, 2013, Jacob K. Javits Convention Center & New York Marriott Marquis, New York, USA
- 18Hybrid Facial Rejuvenation (Panel). Aesthetics Plastic Surgery 2013 (31st Congress of the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and 11th Congress of the Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons). April 27 and 28, 2013, Coex, Seoul, Korea
- 17High SMAS Facelift (Panel). 30th Anniversary Conference of the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Yeungnam University Hospital, Inter Burgo Hotel, Daegu, Korea
- 16Asian Facelift (Panel). Aesthetic Asia 2013, September 12 ~ 14, Marina Bay Sands Hotel, Singapore
- 15Surgical Anatomy of Facial Retaining Ligaments and Spaces (Panel). 2013 International Congress of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, November 1 – 3, 2013, The K-Seoul Hotel, Korea
2012
- 14High SMAS Face Lift with FAST(Finger-Assisted Spaces dissection Technique) (Panel). 2012 International Meeting of Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (30th) and Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons (10th), Coex, Seoul, Korea
2011
- 13Rejuvenation Surgery in Plastic Surgery. Anti-Aging Expo 2011, Coex, Seoul
- 12Fat Graft with Adipose-derived Stem Cells for Breast Augmentation (Panel). 6th Symposium of the Korean Association for Plastic Surgery Fat Research Council in 2011
2010
- 11Fat Graft with Adipose-derived Stem Cells for Breast Augmentation (Panel). 2010 Autumn Meeting of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
2008
- 10Treatment of Intractable Epidural Abscess after Cranioplasty using the Tensor Fascia Lata Graft and Anterolateral Thigh Free Flap. 2008 Autumn Meeting of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
2007
- 9A Clinical Study of Nasal Bone Fracture According to Stranc Classification. 2007 Spring Meeting of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
- 8The Effects of Adipose Tissue - derived Stem Cells on the Regeneration of Major Organ Systems. 2007 Autumn Meeting of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
2006
- 7In vivo Tracking of Adipose Tissue - derived Stem Cell : An Experimental Study in Rats. 2006 Spring Meeting of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
- 6The Classification and Treatment of Blow out Fracture. 2006 Spring Meeting of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
- 5Breast Reconstruction with DIEP Free Flap. The Young-Honam Regional Society of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons in 2006
- 4Treatment of Frey's Syndrome Patients with Botulinum Toxin A. 2006 Autumn Meeting of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
2005
- 3Use of Vacuum Assisted Closure Device with Silver Dressing Materials in the Management of Chronic Infected Wounds. 2005 Spring Meeting of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
- 2Breast Reconstruction with DIEP Free Flap. The 24th Meeting of the Korean Society for Microsurgery in 2005
- 1Partial necrosis after breast reconstruction with DIEP free flap. 2005 Autumn Meeting of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
From the RNWOOD blog
Academic activities
Written by Dr. Ryu
MAFAC Amsterdam 2026
The 35th Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course (MAFAC) took place on October 5–6, 2026, at Leiden University Medical Center in the Netherlands, where Dr. Min-Hee Ryu once again contributed as a Dissection Tutor…
Invited Faculty at Saudi FACE 2025
Saudi FACE 2025, held in Riyadh on December 5–6, 2025, featured Dr. Minhee Ryu as an Invited Faculty Member, where he […]
Faculty in Amsterdam MAFAC 2025
This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for convenience: The 34th Mendelson Advanced…
Announcements
Upcoming congresses and cadaver workshops where Dr. Min-Hee Ryu will teach.
Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course · Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Faculty · Dissection Tutor
Cancún Center, Cancún, Mexico
Invited Faculty · Lecture
Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons · Seoul, Korea
Faculty · Chair & Lecture
German-Korean Aesthetic Face Meeting 2027
Hyatt Regency Vienna, Vienna, Austria
Invited Faculty · Chair & Lecture
Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course · Melbourne, Australia
Faculty · Dissection Tutor
Who We Are
Begin Your Elegant Journey at RNWOOD Plastic Surgery — Rejuvenation In the Woods. Discover timeless beauty, inside and out, with a youthful, refined transformation. We offer personalized care, taking Only One Surgery Per Day to ensure complete focus on each patient’s journey.
Our facility combines Safety, Comfort, and Hospitality. Led by a board-certified plastic surgeon specialized in this field, talented staff, and aesthetic interiors; every detail has been curated to make you feel at ease and well cared for. Inspired by the serene and regenerative qualities of the forest, the name RNWOOD reflects our mission — to guide you back to your most radiant and confident self.
RNWOOD = Rejuvenation in the Woods
What RNWOOD Believes
- 01Individuality
- 02Natural Results
- 03Safety
- 04Precision
- 05Personalized Care
- 06Long-Term Rejuvenation
How does the process work for international patients?
From the first online enquiry through follow-up, the same consultant stays with you. Dr. Ryu performs only one surgery per day.
- Step 1Online Initial Inquiry
- Step 2Online Photo Evaluation
- Step 3In-person consultation
- Step 4Surgical Recommendation
- Step 5Scheduling
- Step 6Pre-Operative Preparation
- Step 7Surgery
- Step 8Recovery
- Step 9Follow-Up
For an online consultation, Dr. Ryu asks for straight front and side photographs without makeup or coloured lenses, together with your Plastic Surgery history, general medical history, and current medication or supplements. Recommended length of stay for lifting procedures is 7–10 days.
International reach
A global patient community, centred in Seoul
Patients from 80+ countries.
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United States.
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Selected Results
Before & After
RNWOOD values patient privacy and consent. Therefore, only photos of patients who have consented are available to the public. More photos can be shown during an in-person consultation.
Case № 01
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+2 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 1 year after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Submentoplasty — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, contour irregularity, scarring, infection.Fat Graft — swelling, bruising, contour irregularity, partial fat resorption, asymmetry, infection.
Case № 02
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+2 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 7 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Liposuction-chin — swelling, bruising, hematoma, numbness or altered skin sensation, contour irregularity.Lower Blepharoplasty — swelling, bruising, dry eye, lower-eyelid retraction, asymmetry, scarring, infection.
Case № 04
Revision DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+2 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 1 year after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
Revision DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Endoscopic Forehead Lift — swelling, bruising, temporary numbness, hairline change, asymmetry, scarring, nerve injury.Fat Graft — swelling, bruising, contour irregularity, partial fat resorption, asymmetry, infection.
Case № 03
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+2 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 14 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Submentoplasty — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, contour irregularity, scarring, infection.Fat Graft — swelling, bruising, contour irregularity, partial fat resorption, asymmetry, infection.
Case № 05
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+2 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 7 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Submentoplasty — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, contour irregularity, scarring, infection.Fat Graft — swelling, bruising, contour irregularity, partial fat resorption, asymmetry, infection.
Case № 06
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+2 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 10 to 14 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Submentoplasty — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, contour irregularity, scarring, infection.Fat Graft — swelling, bruising, contour irregularity, partial fat resorption, asymmetry, infection.
Case № 07
Revision DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+3 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 12 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
Revision DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Submentoplasty — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, contour irregularity, scarring, infection.Revision Lower Blepharoplasty — swelling, bruising, dry eye, lower-eyelid retraction, asymmetry, scarring, infection.Fat Graft — swelling, bruising, contour irregularity, partial fat resorption, asymmetry, infection.
Case № 08
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+4 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 1 month after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Submentoplasty — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, contour irregularity, scarring, infection.Endoscopic Forehead Lift — swelling, bruising, temporary numbness, hairline change, asymmetry, scarring, nerve injury.Lower Blepharoplasty — swelling, bruising, dry eye, lower-eyelid retraction, asymmetry, scarring, infection.Fat Graft — swelling, bruising, contour irregularity, partial fat resorption, asymmetry, infection.
Case № 09
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+4 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 12 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Submentoplasty — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, contour irregularity, scarring, infection.Endoscopic Forehead Lift — swelling, bruising, temporary numbness, hairline change, asymmetry, scarring, nerve injury.Lower Blepharoplasty — swelling, bruising, dry eye, lower-eyelid retraction, asymmetry, scarring, infection.Fat Graft with Adipose-Derived Stem Cells — swelling, bruising, contour irregularity, partial fat resorption, asymmetry, infection.
Case № 10
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+2 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 8 to 10 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Submentoplasty — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, contour irregularity, scarring, infection.Fat Graft — swelling, bruising, contour irregularity, partial fat resorption, asymmetry, infection.
Case № 11
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+2 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 7 to 9 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Endoscopic Forehead Lift — swelling, bruising, temporary numbness, hairline change, asymmetry, scarring, nerve injury.Fat Graft — swelling, bruising, contour irregularity, partial fat resorption, asymmetry, infection.
Case № 12
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+2 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 10 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Bicoronal Forehead Lift — swelling, bruising, temporary numbness, hairline change, scarring, hair thinning near the incision, nerve injury.Fat Graft with Adipose-Derived Stem Cells — swelling, bruising, contour irregularity, partial fat resorption, asymmetry, infection.
Case № 13
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+2 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 1 month after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Submentoplasty — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, contour irregularity, scarring, infection.Fat Graft — swelling, bruising, contour irregularity, partial fat resorption, asymmetry, infection.
Case № 14
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
Necklift
+3 more
Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 20 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
Possible side effects of each procedure
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, facial nerve injury, scarring, skin or contour irregularity, hairline change, infection.Necklift — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, nerve injury, scarring, contour irregularity, infection.Submentoplasty — swelling, bruising, hematoma, temporary numbness, contour irregularity, scarring, infection.Endoscopic Forehead Lift — swelling, bruising, temporary numbness, hairline change, asymmetry, scarring, nerve injury.Fat Graft with Adipose-Derived Stem Cells — swelling, bruising, contour irregularity, partial fat resorption, asymmetry, infection.
Photographed under standardized lighting and angle, without retouching. The interval between the before and after photographs is stated on each case. Published with the written consent of each patient. Individual outcomes and recovery vary. Every surgical procedure carries the possibility of side effects and complications. Procedures shown as “+N more” are not listed publicly; they are disclosed, together with their possible side effects, during consultation.
An Anesthesiologist, Always On Site
Dr. Kyung-Hee Ko, a board-certified anesthesiologist, is an in-house member of the RNWOOD team.
Dr. Kyung-Hee Ko
Board-Certified Anesthesiologist
Medical licence no. 117888 · Specialist certificate no. 5426
As RNWOOD’s in-house anesthesiologist, Dr. Ko remains present throughout the entire procedure, continuously monitoring each patient’s condition.
The RNWOOD Team
Consultation, front desk, nursing, and marketing teams support each patient from the first enquiry through recovery.
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International Consultation Team
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Your Questions, Answered
Explore Dr. Ryu’s educational videos covering DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, facial rejuvenation, surgical techniques, recovery, and the questions patients ask most.
New videos are added regularly to address common questions and concerns, providing clear, practical information to help you better understand facial rejuvenation and what to expect throughout your journey.
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Press
In the Press
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Financial Times · HTSI
The seven stages of a facelift
A feature on DEEP PLANE FACELIFT surgery, with Dr. Min-Hee Ryu of Seoul and Dr. Andrew Jacono of New York.
Patient reviews
Published Reviews
Each entry carries the public display name, the country, and the platform where the review was published. The review text, any score, and any date stay at the source. A review is one patient’s own account of their own experience and does not predict an individual result.
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Google review
Liz · Australia
“Huge Thank You to Dr. Ryu and the team”
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift and fat grafting
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RealSelf review
Luda · Russia
“Comprehensive Surgery, Excellent Service”
Secondary DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift, submentoplasty and fat grafting
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Google review
Alex Smith (Dwight) · United States
“Consummate Professionalism and Superior Results”
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift, submentoplasty, forehead lift, lower blepharoplasty and fat grafting
- Liz Australia · Google
Huge Thank You to Dr. Ryu and the team
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift and fat grafting Read at source - Luda Russia · RealSelf
Comprehensive Surgery, Excellent Service
Secondary DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift, submentoplasty and fat grafting Read at source - Alex Smith (Dwight) United States · Google
Consummate Professionalism and Superior Results
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift, submentoplasty, forehead lift, lower blepharoplasty and fat grafting Read at source - mhtoronto Canada · RealSelf
Amazing Face Lifting Experience with Dr. Min-Hee Ryu
Facelift Read at source - KyAnh · RealSelf
Dr.Ryu- RNWood Plastic Surgery
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift and fat grafting Read at source - tonataevita · RealSelf
Facelift in Korea with Dr Ryu One Month Later I Finally Feel Like Me Again
Facelift Read at source - wu67896 · RealSelf
I Want to Come Back!
Facelift and fat grafting Read at source - cucan · RealSelf
excellent DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT Read at source - Susanty Waty Indonesia · Google
very friendly aftercare and very humble doctor made this surgery a very extraordinary experience
Read at source - Jennifer Australia · Google
I felt warmly cared for throughout the whole process.
Face lift, neck lift and facial fat grafts Read at source - Lavender Juni Indonesia · Google
He clearly explained all the processes I needed to go through.
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT Read at source - Sian Lie Indonesia · Google
they gave a good services and professional
Read at source - Moe (Miles K) United States · Google
the whole process felt very open and honest from start to finish
Cheekbone filler Read at source - Wu Xinru China · Google
What stood out most during my consultation with Dr. Ryu was that he genuinely listened to my concerns.
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT / Neck Lift Read at source - Tuya Saudi Arabia · Google
He explained everything very clearly
Face and neck lift, endoscopic forehead lift and fat injection Read at source - M (Shoji Mayo) Japan · Google
For me, this incision lift wasn’t just cosmetic—it was a way to regain confidence.
Incision lift Read at source - 최유나 Korea · Google
he listened carefully to my concerns
Forehead lift and forehead reduction Read at source - 서채원 Korea · Google
Now my eyes look more defined but still natural.
Double eyelid surgery Read at source - Together Happy Korea · Google
From the consultation to the deposit and surgery, everything went smoothly and efficiently.
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT Read at source - Hotsunny Korea · Google
수술전에는 너무 불안하고 초조했지만, 지금은 정말 잘 한 결정이라는 생각이 같습니다.
하안검 수술 Read at source - 최유미 Korea · RealSelf
My Youthful Spark is Back!
Eyelid surgery Read at source - Witty8946 Korea · RealSelf
Found My Natural Beauty Again
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT Read at source - Happyspring113 Korea · RealSelf
My Friends Say I Look 50!
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT Read at source - AsianPaul (mabo) United States · RealSelf
Natural, transformative results
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift, forehead lift and fat grafting Read at source - Evita Tonata (Tjinuati) Indonesia · Reddit
[Facelift] 1 Month Post-op with Dr. Ryu in Korea – Natural Elegant Results + Progress Photos 💖
Facelift Read at source - Puty Singapore · Reddit
Deep Plane Face and Neck Lift with Dr. Ryu at Bio Plastic Surgery Clinic Korea
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and neck lift Read at source
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between SMAS and DEEP PLANE FACELIFT?
The key difference is that, while both procedures address the SMAS layer, the SMAS lift provides a more limited lift as the zygomatic and masseteric retaining ligaments are not completely released, leaving some anterior facial sagging uncorrected. You can find more about this on Dr. Ryu’s official YouTube channel: youtube.com/watch?v=osJTGb97A9o
How long do you have to stay in Korea (recovery period)?
It’s generally recommended to stay in Korea only for about 7 to 10 days for recovery.
Who is Dr. Ryu?
Dr. Min-Hee Ryu is a FACELIFT specialist and educator dedicated to advancing the field of facial rejuvenation surgery. As an invited lecturer, tutor, and live surgery demonstrator, he has shared his expertise in DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and facial anatomy across more than 15 countries. His academic appointments include Faculty Member at MAFAC since 2016, Guest Faculty Member at Mayo Clinic since 2023, and Editorial Board Member of the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal (SCI) since 2019. He is also an active member of KSPRS, ASPS, ASAPS, and ISAPS.
What is Dr. Ryu’s DEEP PLANE FACELIFT?
Dr. Ryu’s DEEP PLANE FACELIFT includes five main concepts, such as the Extended DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, the High SMAS technique, the Preservation of the Composite Flap, the repositioning of the buccal fat, and most importantly the release of the retaining ligaments.
Why is there not a lot of before and after pictures?
RNWOOD values patient privacy and consent. Therefore, only photos of patients who have consented are available to the public. More photos can be shown during an in-person consultation.
Why is it so expensive? What is included in the cost?
The quoted base price includes the surgeon’s fee, the operating facility fee, anaesthesia and anesthesiology fees, medications provided during surgery, compression garments and dressings, daily post-operative treatments and follow-ups for the recommended 7 to 10 day recovery period, interpretation, postoperative care including HBOT and Healite treatments, up to three complimentary hair washing sessions, and airport-to-hotel transportation on arrival and departure once your deposit has been confirmed. Not included are the pre-operative medical examination and laboratory testing, post-operative oral antibiotics by prescription, hotel accommodation, and personal transportation during your stay in Korea. The Korean government has mandated a 10% tax on cosmetic procedures since July 2011. Previous HIFU, thread-lift or filler treatment may add a 10% to 30% surcharge, and secondary lifting cases may add a 30% to 50% surcharge. Your final treatment plan and total are confirmed in writing after consultation.
Can I do the Facelift without a Necklift?
The reason the Facelift and Necklift are separate procedures is that they target different areas. The Facelift targets the sagging in the cheeks, while the Necklift targets the sagging of the jowls and jawline. You can freely choose to do one without the other, and whether both are needed together for facial harmony is decided at your consultation.
Does Dr. Ryu perform revision cases? What is the revision rate?
Please note that the revision policy generally applies within the first 6–12 months after surgery, as concerns beyond this period are often related to the natural aging process and may be considered a secondary procedure. While some sagging may gradually recur over time, your results will not return to their preoperative state, and maintenance treatments are available to help preserve your outcome.
How long will it take until I look presentable? When will I look “normal”?
How fast someone recovers is different per person. Swelling usually peaks on the 3rd day post-op, and slowly goes away, while bruising can take up to 3 to 4 weeks. You can expect the complete final result to be 6 months post-operation.
Do I need to be hospitalized? How will I be taken care of after surgery?
There is no need for hospitalization, and you will be taken care of for a few hours in a recovery room until you’re ready to go back to your hotel. During your recovery in Korea, you can receive daily evaluations by Dr. Ryu, and use our HBOT and Healite services too.
Are there any discounts or promotions?
There are no official promotions or discounts offered at the moment. However, you can discuss further with your assigned consultant during your in-person consultation. Please feel free to inquire us for further details.
Can I do the surgery while travelling alone?
Please rest assured that many of our international patients travel to Seoul on their own for facelift surgery. Our dedicated English-speaking consultants and experienced medical team will be with you every step of the way, from your initial consultation through your recovery. In addition, hospitalization is typically not required.
How long does the surgery take, and what anaesthesia is used?
The surgery takes 4 to 5 hours and is performed under IV sedation. RNWOOD’s in-house anesthesiologist remains present throughout the entire procedure, continuously monitoring each patient’s condition, including blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen saturation. General anesthesia is also available for patients who prefer this option. One nurse and one consultant supervise recovery and discharge. Hospitalization is not required, a drain is used, the compression garment is worn for about 3 days, and the stitches are removed on the 7th day. Recovery differs from person to person, and the clinical team can change these instructions when a patient’s condition requires it.
What happens on each day of my recovery in Korea?
Day 1 — shampoo, dressing, antibiotic shot. Day 2 — dressing. Day 3 — shampoo, short drain removal, dressing. Day 4 — dressing. Day 5 — shampoo, medium and long drain removal, dressing, hemostatic net, 70-80% stitch out on front ear and neck. Day 6 — dressing. Day 7 — full stitch out on earlobes and fat graft.
What languages do your consultants speak?
Our consultants speak English, Korean, Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese and Tagalog. Dedicated English-speaking consultants are with you from your initial consultation through your recovery.
What kind of anaesthesia method is used?
The anaesthesia method is decided with the anaesthesiologist based on the procedure and each patient’s health status, and is explained during the pre-operative consultation.
What is included and excluded in the total surgery cost?
The quoted surgery cost covers the procedure, anaesthesia, and the standard post-operative care schedule. Items such as additional hyperbaric oxygen sessions beyond the included schedule, extended hotel stays, or optional treatments are not included and are confirmed during consultation.
Enquire About Your Consultation
Send front and side photographs without makeup or coloured lenses, together with your medical history, and a consultant will reply in English.
- WhatsApp+82 10-6254-8672First point of contact for international patients
- Emailconsult@rnwoodseoul.comOnline photo evaluation
- Phone+82 2-515-3833Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00 · Sat 10:00–13:00