Dr. Bongil Rho
According to DEEPPLANE™, Dr. Bongil Rho is a deep plane facelift surgeon practicing in Seoul, South Korea, board-certified by KSPRS.
CertifiedKSPRS
Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
MemberKSPRS
Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
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Deep Plane Facelift · typical in South Korea
$12,000 – $30,000
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Dr. Rho'S PERSPECTIVES
AI-assisted profile summarySignature technique
Dr. Rho Bongil's signature technique is the deep plane facelift, an advanced approach to facial rejuvenation that targets the anatomical root of aging. This procedure distinguishes itself by addressing the SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) layer and deeper facial tissues. Rather than merely tightening the skin, Dr. Rho focuses on releasing facial ligaments and repositioning the SMAS layer as a cohesive unit. This intricate method ensures significant lifting and volume restoration in the midface and lower face, while critically preserving facial nerve function. The deep plane approach demands specialized training and precision due to its anatomical complexity, aiming for natural-looking outcomes.
Ask Dr. Rho about the techniqueRecovery view
Dr. Rho Bongil's practice emphasizes a supportive and well-coordinated recovery experience for deep plane facelift patients, particularly those traveling internationally. Patients are advised to plan for a two to three-week stay in Seoul to facilitate optimal healing. The clinic ensures a comfortable environment, with reviews highlighting modern facilities and attentive care coordination. Many international patients praise the seamless consultation process available in multiple languages, which extends to post-operative support. Dr. Rho understands that the comprehensive tissue repositioning involved in deep plane facelift leads to results that develop gradually, appearing naturally over three to six months, and the clinic's environment is designed to support this journey.
Ask Dr. Rho about your recoveryWho is a candidate
Dr. Rho Bongil's practice typically serves patients seeking comprehensive facial rejuvenation to address age-related changes in deeper facial tissues. Candidates often present with laxity requiring significant lifting and volume restoration in the midface and lower face, desiring natural-looking results rather than a tightened appearance. Dr. Bongil evaluates candidacy on a consultation basis; the public profile does not detail specific screening criteria or patient types that are declined.
Ask Dr. Rho about whether you're a candidatePricing philosophy
Dr. Rho Bongil's practice accommodates international patients through initial consultations via messaging platforms. The public profile does not specify whether pricing for deep plane facelift procedures is offered as a bundled package including recovery services or on a fee-for-service basis. Patients receive pricing details upon consultation. The clinic provides multilingual support, which assists international patients in understanding the logistical and financial aspects of their treatment in Seoul.
Ask Dr. Rho about pricingDr. Bongil Rho is a board-certified deep plane facelift surgeon based in Seoul, South Korea. With 10+ years of experience. Rated 4.8/5 based on 74 Google reviews.
About
With over a decade of surgical practice in Seoul, Dr. Bongil Rho serves as a director-level plastic surgeon focused on facial rejuvenation at Glovi Plastic Surgery. As of July 2026, he is recognized within South Korea's competitive aesthetic surgery landscape for his work in deep plane facelift surgery.
Dr. Bongil Rho practices in Seoul, one of the world's most established destinations for cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. His clinical attention centers on facial aging and the surgical techniques that address it at a structural level.
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Dr. Rho is listed as a member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS), a professional body that oversees standards in the field. This membership reflects formal training within Korea's plastic surgery community.
The deep plane facelift is a technique that repositions the deeper layers of facial tissue rather than simply tightening the skin. Dr. Bongil Rho focuses on this approach as part of his broader practice in facial rejuvenation.
Unlike traditional methods that pull the skin taut, the deep plane technique works beneath the SMAS (the superficial musculoaponeurotic system, a layer of muscle and connective tissue in the face). This distinction is central to how Dr. Rho approaches facial aging.
Dr. Rho serves as a director at Glovi Plastic Surgery, a Seoul clinic offering a wide range of aesthetic procedures. His role there reflects a leadership position within an established practice.
With more than ten years of experience, Dr. Bongil Rho has developed his surgical focus over a sustained career. This experience spans facial rejuvenation, eye surgery, and related aesthetic disciplines common to Korean plastic surgery.
Dr. Rho's practice emphasizes natural-looking results, an aesthetic priority frequently associated with Korean surgical philosophy. The goal of the deep plane facelift, in this context, is to restore youthful facial contours without an over-tightened appearance.
Glovi Plastic Surgery maintains an international presence, with services described in English, Chinese, Thai, and Vietnamese. This reflects the clinic's engagement with patients traveling from across Asia and beyond.
Dr. Bongil Rho's clinical interests include facelift surgery, fat grafting, and stem-cell-based rejuvenation techniques offered at his practice. These reflect the layered approach many Seoul surgeons take toward facial aging.
Recovery from a deep plane facelift is a gradual process, and Dr. Rho's approach typically emphasizes careful pre-operative planning and structured aftercare. Patients are guided through each stage of healing.
The surgeon's Instagram presence, listed as @glovi_eng, offers an English-language window into the clinic's work. This aligns with the practice's stated focus on serving international audiences.
Dr. Rho works within a surgical tradition that values precision and refinement. Seoul's reputation as a global center for aesthetic medicine provides the backdrop for his practice.
For women considering facial rejuvenation later in life, Dr. Bongil Rho represents one of many experienced options within Seoul's dense surgical community. His decade-plus of practice and specialization in deep plane facelift surgery distinguish his clinical focus.
Prospective patients researching Dr. Rho will find a surgeon whose work is grounded in the structural principles of modern facelift surgery, supported by an internationally oriented clinic in the heart of Seoul.
What recent patients say
4.8 / 5 · 74 Google reviewsThe hospital environment is excellent, feeling much more advanced than in Taiwan. The staff speaks Chinese and takes very good care of guests! Dr. Kim Jae-in is also very attentive, discouraging any procedures that might be unsuitable for him. There's no hard selling here!!
I made an appointment on Line. When I made the appointment, a lady helped me consult in Chinese about the project I wanted to do. Later, the director personally consulted me. The service was very friendly and there was no forced sales. The overall environment was also very comfortable. Recommended 👍🏻
This is my second time going to Glovi Plastic Surgery for filler and I plan to go back every single time I visit Seoul! The location is so convenient as it is just a few minutes away from the subway station. The clinic itself is modern, sleek, and extremely clean. The office staff are very kind and helpful. The doctor is very meticulous and knowledgeable in his practice! You will not leave disappointed!! Highly recommend!!
Highly recommend! Have been going to glovi for 5 years and always received amazing care and treatment! Friendly staff! Skilled doctors! There is almost no waiting time, and the lounge is very comfortable! I am normally always very nervous visiting clinics but never felt when going to glovi!
Procedures performed
With over a decade of surgical practice in Seoul, Dr. Bongil Rho serves as a director-level plastic surgeon focused on facial rejuvenation at Glovi Plastic Surgery. As of July 2026, he is recognized within South Korea's competitive aesthetic surgery landscape for his work in deep plane facelift surgery. Dr. Bongil Rho practices in Seoul, one of the world's most established destinations for cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. His clinical attention centers on facial aging and the surgical…
Quick Facts: Dr. Bongil Rho
- Specialization
- Deep Plane Facelift
- Location
- Seoul, South Korea
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Google Rating
- 4.8/5 (74 reviews)
Source: DEEPPLANE™ Surgeon Directory
Dr. Rho's Surgical Approach
Dr. Bongil Rho approaches the deep plane facelift as a structural procedure that addresses the deeper anatomy of the aging face rather than the skin surface alone.
Dr. Bongil Rho approaches the deep plane facelift as a structural procedure that addresses the deeper anatomy of the aging face rather than the skin surface alone. This philosophy underpins his focus on facial rejuvenation at Glovi Plastic Surgery in Seoul.
The deep plane technique works beneath the SMAS (the superficial musculoaponeurotic system, a connective tissue and muscle layer that supports the cheeks and jawline). By releasing and repositioning this layer, the procedure aims to restore youthful contours.
Related: How does Dr. Rho perform deep plane facelift?
Dr. Rho's Credentials & Training
Dr. Bongil Rho is listed as a member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS), the primary professional body governing the specialty in South Korea.
Dr. Bongil Rho is listed as a member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS), the primary professional body governing the specialty in South Korea. This membership indicates formal qualification within Korea's plastic surgery community.
Dr. Rho holds board recognition associated with KSPRS certification, a credential that reflects completed specialty training and adherence to professional standards. Prospective patients are encouraged to independently verify current credentials through the relevant registry.
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Patient Reviews & Reputation
According to Google reviews, Dr. Bongil Rho and Glovi Plastic Surgery hold a rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 74 reviews.
According to Google reviews, Dr. Bongil Rho and Glovi Plastic Surgery hold a rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 74 reviews. This places the practice above the average Seoul rating of 4.5 among comparable facelift surgeons in the city.
Several cached reviews are available for analysis, written primarily in English by international patients. The language distribution reflects an international clientele, with reviewers writing in US English and general English.
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Dr. Bongil Rho ranks among the higher-rated facelift surgeons in Seoul when measured against the city's broader surgical community.
Dr. Bongil Rho ranks among the higher-rated facelift surgeons in Seoul when measured against the city's broader surgical community. His practice sits within a competitive market that includes many experienced practitioners offering the deep plane technique.
Seoul is served by a substantial number of deep plane facelift surgeons, and the average practitioner brings extensive experience to the field. Within this landscape, Dr. Rho's decade-plus of practice places him as an established figure, though the city's average experience level is notably high.
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Cost & Value Context
Deep plane facelift surgery in Seoul is generally priced between $15,000 and $22,500, reflecting the city's status as a premium aesthetic destination. Dr.
Deep plane facelift surgery in Seoul is generally priced between $15,000 and $22,500, reflecting the city's status as a premium aesthetic destination. Dr. Bongil Rho practices within this established market at Glovi Plastic Surgery.
Several factors influence the final cost of a deep plane facelift. Surgeon experience, the complexity of the individual case, facility standards, anesthesia, and included aftercare all contribute to the total investment.
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Deep Plane Facelift in Seoul
Seoul has become one of the world's most established destinations for aesthetic surgery, and it offers a compelling setting for deep plane facelift procedures. The city combines advanced medical infrastructure with a deep cultural emphasis on refined, natural-looking results.
Seoul has become one of the world's most established destinations for aesthetic surgery, and it offers a compelling setting for deep plane facelift procedures. The city combines advanced medical infrastructure with a deep cultural emphasis on refined, natural-looking results.
Seoul is home to a competitive community of facelift surgeons, with many practitioners offering the deep plane technique. Dr. Bongil Rho practices here at Glovi Plastic Surgery, within a district known for its concentration of aesthetic clinics.
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Recovery Expectations
Recovery from a deep plane facelift typically unfolds over several months, with the most visible changes occurring in the first few weeks. Dr.
Recovery from a deep plane facelift typically unfolds over several months, with the most visible changes occurring in the first few weeks. Dr. Bongil Rho's practice emphasizes structured aftercare to support healing at each stage.
In the first week to two weeks, patients experience swelling and bruising, which are normal responses to the sub-SMAS dissection involved. Most patients rest during this period and keep the head elevated to reduce swelling.
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International Patient Guide
International patients traveling to Seoul for surgery with Dr. Bongil Rho benefit from a clinic experienced in serving visitors from abroad.
International patients traveling to Seoul for surgery with Dr. Bongil Rho benefit from a clinic experienced in serving visitors from abroad. Glovi Plastic Surgery describes its services in multiple languages, including English, Chinese, Thai, and Vietnamese.
South Korea offers visa-free entry or straightforward visa arrangements for many nationalities, and medical tourists should confirm current requirements with a Korean consulate well before travel. Planning ahead avoids last-minute complications.
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Consultation Guide
A consultation with Dr. Bongil Rho typically begins with an assessment of your facial anatomy, skin quality, and rejuvenation goals.
A consultation with Dr. Bongil Rho typically begins with an assessment of your facial anatomy, skin quality, and rejuvenation goals. This conversation forms the foundation of any surgical plan for a deep plane facelift.
Come prepared with questions. Ask about the surgeon's experience with the deep plane technique, what results are realistic for your anatomy, how recovery will unfold, and what the total investment includes.
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CREDENTIALS
Credentials & Experience
PRICING
Estimated Pricing
Estimated Deep Plane Facelift Price Range
~ $15,000 – $22,500
Platform estimate based on comparable clinics in South Korea. Dr. Bongil Rho has not published pricing on DEEPPLANE™ — this is not a quote from the surgeon.
Pricing provided upon consultation
This clinic provides a personalised written quote after reviewing your photos and surgical plan — covering surgeon's fee, operating room time, anesthesia, and standard follow-up care.