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Dr. Junekyu Kim, deep plane facelift surgeon in Seoul, South Korea

Dr. Junekyu Kim

According to DEEPPLANE™, Dr. Junekyu Kim is a deep plane facelift surgeon practicing in Seoul, South Korea, recognised by Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.

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DR. KIM'S PERSPECTIVES

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Signature technique

L'approccio distintivo del Dott. Junekyu Kim si concentra sul lifting del viso deep plane, una tecnica che ha perfezionato in oltre due decenni di pratica chirurgica. Questa procedura avanzata comporta il riposizionamento meticoloso dei tessuti facciali più profondi, mirando specificamente allo strato del sistema muscoloaponeurotico superficiale (SMAS), piuttosto che limitarsi a tendere la pelle. Egli ritiene che questo metodo produca risultati più naturali e duraturi per i pazienti che cercano un ringiovanimento facciale completo. Il suo vasto background in chirurgia ricostruttiva e craniofacciale fornisce una comprensione anatomica unica che informa la sua precisa esecuzione di questa complessa tecnica, garantendo una trasformazione olistica ed efficace.

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Recovery view

Il Dott. Kim sottolinea che il recupero dalla chirurgia di lifting del viso deep plane richiede una gestione post-operatoria attenta e strutturata. Le sue affiliazioni con il Kangbuk Samsung Hospital e il Konyang University Hospital sono cruciali, fornendo ai pazienti accesso a strutture mediche complete e robusti sistemi di supporto durante il loro percorso di guarigione. Questo supporto istituzionale garantisce che tutte le cure necessarie siano prontamente disponibili, contribuendo a un periodo di recupero più agevole e sicuro. Egli ritiene che un ambiente di recupero ben supportato sia parte integrante per ottenere risultati ottimali, in particolare per i pazienti sottoposti a procedure avanzate di ringiovanimento facciale. La disponibilità di team medici multidisciplinari migliora ulteriormente la qualità delle cure fornite durante questa fase critica.

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Who is a candidate

La pratica del Dott. Kim è particolarmente adatta per i pazienti che cercano un ringiovanimento facciale completo, spesso quelli con preoccupazioni legate all'invecchiamento che coinvolgono considerazioni sia strutturali che superficiali. Egli osserva che i pazienti internazionali che viaggiano in Corea del Sud per la chirurgia di lifting del viso deep plane cercano frequentemente chirurghi con un vasto background ricostruttivo e una notevole esperienza, un profilo che si allinea con il suo quarto di secolo di pratica e i suoi doppi incarichi ospedalieri. La sua esperienza in chirurgia craniofacciale, combinata con procedure estetiche, offre una prospettiva unica per una pianificazione del trattamento più integrata, rendendolo una scelta ideale per gli individui che desiderano un approccio approfondito e ben ponderato ai loro obiettivi estetici facciali.

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Dr. Junekyu Kim is a recognised by Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons as a deep plane facelift surgeon based in Seoul, South Korea. With 24+ years of experience.

About

Ventiquattro anni di pratica chirurgica definiscono la carriera del Dott. Junekyu Kim, un chirurgo plastico e ricostruttivo con sede a Seul, il cui lavoro spazia dalla chirurgia di lifting del viso deep plane, alla ricostruzione craniofacciale e alla riparazione della microtia. Ad aprile 2026, il Dott. Kim è riconosciuto per combinare il ringiovanimento estetico del viso con la precisione appresa attraverso complessi casi ricostruttivi.

Il Dott. Junekyu Kim ha completato la formazione medica presso la Sungkyunkwan University, una delle rispettate istituzioni accademiche della Corea del Sud. Questa base educativa supporta una carriera clinica che si è sviluppata in importanti contesti ospedalieri a Seul.

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Le affiliazioni professionali del Dott. Kim includono il Kangbuk Samsung Hospital e il Konyang University Hospital, istituzioni che gestiscono sia esigenze chirurgiche di routine che complesse. Questi contesti riflettono un chirurgo a suo agio in ambienti accademicamente rigorosi.

Il lifting del viso deep plane è al centro delle offerte estetiche del Dott. Kim. Questa tecnica affronta l'invecchiamento facciale a un livello strutturale più profondo rispetto ai metodi tradizionali, riposizionando i tessuti piuttosto che semplicemente tendere la pelle.

Il background del Dott. Junekyu Kim nella chirurgia ricostruttiva e dei lembi porta una profondità insolita di familiarità anatomica al ringiovanimento facciale. I chirurghi che hanno trascorso anni a muovere e rimodellare tessuti vivi spesso trasferiscono quella conoscenza direttamente nel lavoro di lifting cosmetico.

La chirurgia craniofacciale – la riparazione e il rimodellamento delle ossa e dei tessuti molli del viso e del cranio – costituisce un altro pilastro dell'esperienza del Dott. Kim. Questa disciplina richiede una comprensione intima degli strati facciali, dalla pelle fino allo SMAS (il foglio di supporto di muscolo e tessuto connettivo sotto la pelle).

La ricostruzione della microtia, la ricostruzione di un orecchio esterno sottosviluppato o assente, è tra le procedure più specializzate associate al Dott. Junekyu Kim. Pochi chirurghi estetici possiedono questo livello di gamma ricostruttiva.

Il trattamento laser e le procedure focalizzate sulla pelle completano i servizi collegati alla pratica del Dott. Kim. Questi complementano il lavoro chirurgico affrontando la texture della superficie, il tono e i segni più fini dell'invecchiamento facciale.

Il Dott. Junekyu Kim esercita a Seul, una città ampiamente considerata uno dei centri globali di innovazione nella chirurgia plastica. La concentrazione di chirurghi esperti qui ha plasmato una cultura di raffinatezza e dettaglio tecnico.

Il lifting del viso deep plane eseguito da chirurghi come il Dott. Kim mira a un ringiovanimento dall'aspetto naturale. Lavorando sotto lo strato SMAS, la tecnica cerca di sollevare i tessuti cadenti preservando un aspetto rilassato e non tirato.

Il recupero è un argomento che i futuri pazienti del Dott. Junekyu Kim spesso sollevano precocemente. Un lifting del viso deep plane tipicamente comporta un periodo di gonfiore e lividi seguito da un graduale ritorno alla vita normale nel corso di diverse settimane.

L'orientamento ricostruttivo del Dott. Kim suggerisce un'enfasi sulla salute dei tessuti e una manipolazione attenta – qualità che possono influenzare la fluidità del recupero. Al momento della stesura nel 2026, questo duplice focus sulla ricostruzione e l'estetica rimane una caratteristica distintiva della pratica.

I pazienti tra i cinquanta e i sessanta anni spesso cercano chirurghi che comprendano i cambiamenti strutturali che accompagnano l'invecchiamento facciale. L'esperienza del Dott. Junekyu Kim con gli strati più profondi dell'anatomia facciale posiziona la pratica per affrontare queste preoccupazioni in modo ponderato.

Per coloro che cercano opzioni di lifting del viso deep plane a Seul, il Dott. Kim rappresenta un profilo radicato in una lunga esperienza e un'ampia formazione chirurgica. La combinazione di oltre due decenni di pratica e un background ricostruttivo è relativamente rara tra i chirurghi puramente estetici.

I futuri pazienti sono incoraggiati a verificare direttamente tutte le credenziali e a richiedere una consultazione personale. Come per qualsiasi procedura importante, l'idoneità individuale per un lifting del viso deep plane dipende da fattori meglio valutati di persona dal Dott. Junekyu Kim.

Procedures performed

Lifting del viso Deep PlaneChirurgia RicostruttivaChirurgia dei LembiChirurgia CraniofaccialeTrattamento LaserRicostruzione della Microtia

Ventiquattro anni di pratica chirurgica definiscono la carriera del Dott. Junekyu Kim, un chirurgo plastico e ricostruttivo con sede a Seul, il cui lavoro spazia dalla chirurgia di lifting del viso deep plane, alla ricostruzione craniofacciale e alla riparazione della microtia. Ad aprile 2026, il Dott. Kim è riconosciuto per combinare il ringiovanimento estetico del viso con la precisione appresa attraverso complessi casi ricostruttivi. Il Dott. Junekyu Kim ha completato la formazione medica pr

Quick Facts: Dr. Junekyu Kim

Specialization
Deep Plane Facelift
Location
Seoul, South Korea
Experience
24+ years

Source: DEEPPLANE™ Surgeon Directory

Dr. Kim's Surgical Approach

The deep plane facelift centers on dissection beneath the SMAS — the supportive layer of muscle and connective tissue that lies under the skin and shapes the contours of the face. As of April 2026, this approach distinguishes itself from older techniques that worked only at the skin's surface.

The deep plane facelift centers on dissection beneath the SMAS — the supportive layer of muscle and connective tissue that lies under the skin and shapes the contours of the face. As of April 2026, this approach distinguishes itself from older techniques that worked only at the skin's surface.

Dr. Junekyu Kim's surgical background spans reconstructive and flap surgery, disciplines built around the careful elevation and repositioning of living tissue. This experience translates naturally into the sub-SMAS dissection that defines the deep plane technique.

Related: How does Dr. Kim perform deep plane facelift?

Dr. Kim's Credentials & Training

Dr. Junekyu Kim is reported to have completed medical education at Sungkyunkwan University, a well-regarded academic institution in South Korea.

Dr. Junekyu Kim is reported to have completed medical education at Sungkyunkwan University, a well-regarded academic institution in South Korea. As of April 2026, this forms the documented educational foundation of the practice.

Dr. Kim holds professional affiliations with Kangbuk Samsung Hospital and Konyang University Hospital, according to available profile data. Hospital-based practice in academic settings often reflects ongoing engagement with rigorous clinical standards.

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Cost & Value Context

Deep plane facelift surgery in Seoul typically ranges from 15,000 to 22,500 US dollars, according to the city pricing data available as of April 2026. Dr.

Deep plane facelift surgery in Seoul typically ranges from 15,000 to 22,500 US dollars, according to the city pricing data available as of April 2026. Dr. Junekyu Kim's specific fee is not published within this profile and should be confirmed directly.

Several factors influence where a given procedure falls within this range. Surgeon experience, facility quality, anesthesia, and the complexity of the individual case all contribute to final pricing.

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Deep Plane Facelift in Seoul

Seoul has emerged as one of the world's most concentrated centers for plastic surgery, and deep plane facelift surgery is part of that landscape. As of April 2026, the city hosts an estimated 34 surgeons offering this procedure, including Dr.

Seoul has emerged as one of the world's most concentrated centers for plastic surgery, and deep plane facelift surgery is part of that landscape. As of April 2026, the city hosts an estimated 34 surgeons offering this procedure, including Dr. Junekyu Kim.

South Korea's capital is often described as a place where technical precision meets aesthetic refinement. The city's surgical culture emphasizes natural-looking results and meticulous attention to detail — qualities that resonate with patients seeking facial rejuvenation.

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Recovery Expectations

Recovery from a deep plane facelift generally unfolds over several months, with the most visible changes occurring in the first few weeks. As of April 2026, this timeline reflects the typical course for the procedure as performed by experienced surgeons such as Dr.

Recovery from a deep plane facelift generally unfolds over several months, with the most visible changes occurring in the first few weeks. As of April 2026, this timeline reflects the typical course for the procedure as performed by experienced surgeons such as Dr. Junekyu Kim.

During the first one to two weeks, swelling and bruising are most pronounced. Many patients keep the head elevated and limit activity, allowing the deeper tissue work to settle without strain.

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International Patient Guide

International patients considering Dr. Junekyu Kim in Seoul should begin by confirming whether the practice currently accommodates overseas travelers.

International patients considering Dr. Junekyu Kim in Seoul should begin by confirming whether the practice currently accommodates overseas travelers. As of April 2026, the surveyed Seoul surgeons in this dataset are not listed as formally accepting international patients, making direct confirmation essential.

South Korea offers visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry for many nationalities for short stays, though requirements vary by country. Prospective patients should verify current entry rules well ahead of travel.

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Consultation Guide

A consultation for a deep plane facelift is the moment to align expectations with what surgery can realistically achieve. As of April 2026, prospective patients of Dr.

A consultation for a deep plane facelift is the moment to align expectations with what surgery can realistically achieve. As of April 2026, prospective patients of Dr. Junekyu Kim should arrive prepared with clear goals and questions.

Useful questions include how the deep plane technique would apply to your specific facial anatomy, what recovery to expect, how complications are managed, and what the total cost includes.

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CREDENTIALS

Credentials & Experience

Medical School

Sungkyunkwan University

Years of Experience

24+ years

PRICING

Pricing Information

Deep Plane Facelift Price Range

$15,000$18,750

Final price determined after consultation

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Languages

NativeKorean
Speaks
English

Practice Location

Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Konyang University Hospital

Seoul, South Korea

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Before Your Consultation

Prepare a list of medications, allergies, and previous procedures. Bring reference photos showing your goals. Ask about recovery timeline and plan 2-3 weeks off work.

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This Surgeon's Pricing

$15,000$18,750

Deep Plane Facelift · Final price after consultation

Save up to $60,000 vs USA average

How this compares

🇹🇷 Turkey average$8,000-$18,000
🇺🇸 USA average$25,000-$75,000

Key Facts: Dr. Junekyu Kim

Dr. Junekyu Kim specializes in deep plane facelift surgery
Dr. Junekyu Kim is located in Seoul, South Korea
Dr. Junekyu Kim has 24+ years of experience

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Junekyu Kim

Dr. Junekyu Kim specializes in Lifting del viso Deep Plane, Chirurgia Ricostruttiva, Chirurgia dei Lembi, Chirurgia Craniofacciale, Trattamento Laser, Ricostruzione della Microtia, practicing in South Korea. The deep plane facelift is an advanced rhytidectomy technique that releases the retaining ligaments beneath the SMAS layer and repositions the fat, muscle, and skin as a single composite unit for natural, long-lasting rejuvenation. Ventiquattro anni di pratica chirurgica definiscono la carriera del Dott. Junekyu Kim, un chirurgo plastico e ricostruttivo con sede a Seul, il cui lavoro spazia dalla chirurgia di lifting del viso deep plane, alla ricostruzione craniofacciale e alla riparazione della microtia.

Dr. Junekyu Kim is listed as a deep plane facelift specialist on DEEPPLANE™. Board-certification details have not been confirmed for this profile yet, so we recommend verifying credentials directly with the surgeon's office and through the relevant national medical board's public registry before scheduling a consultation.

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Dr. Junekyu Kim's deep plane facelift pricing ranges from $15,000 to $18,750. Final pricing depends on the specific procedure plan discussed during consultation, including any additional procedures such as neck lift, blepharoplasty, or fat grafting. Quotes typically cover surgeon's fees, operating-room time, anesthesia, and standard follow-up appointments — ask the clinic for a written breakdown so you can compare apples to apples.

Patient reviews for Dr. Junekyu Kim are available on their DEEPPLANE™ profile, alongside any public Google reviews linked to the clinic. Patients who have undergone a deep plane facelift can share their experience through our structured review system, which collects separate ratings for surgical outcome, communication, recovery support, and overall value to help future patients make informed decisions.

Dr. Junekyu Kim practices at Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Konyang University Hospital in Seoul, South Korea. The clinic welcomes both local and international patients travelling for deep plane facelift surgery. Visit the official clinic website for the full street address, parking details, and directions from the nearest international airport. International patients can arrange a virtual consultation before traveling to review candidacy, treatment plan, and pricing.

Recovery from a deep plane facelift typically involves 2-3 weeks of initial healing, with most visible bruising resolving within 7-10 days and sutures removed at days 7-10. International patients can generally travel home after 10-14 days once swelling has stabilised and wound checks are complete. Most patients return to desk work at 2-3 weeks and to exercise at 4-6 weeks. Final results become visible after 3-6 months as deep tissue swelling fully resolves. Dr. Junekyu Kim provides a personalised recovery timeline during consultation.

Deep plane facelift results typically last 10-15 years, significantly longer than traditional SMAS or mini-facelift procedures, which tend to last 5-8 years. The deep plane technique repositions deeper facial tissues — including the SMAS-platysma composite and the released retaining ligaments — rather than simply tightening skin, which produces more natural, longer-lasting rejuvenation. Longevity also depends on individual ageing biology, sun exposure, smoking status, and skincare. Dr. Junekyu Kim can discuss expected outcomes for your anatomy during consultation.

Dr. Junekyu Kim has 24+ years of clinical experience in facial plastic surgery. Deep plane facelift is a signature procedure within the clinical practice. High-volume specialisation is one of the strongest predictors of complication-free outcomes.

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Key Facts

Dr. Junekyu Kim specializes in deep plane facelift surgery
Dr. Junekyu Kim is located in Seoul, South Korea
Deep plane facelift produces results lasting 10-15 years with proper care
Board-certified facial plastic surgeons are recommended for deep plane facelift procedures
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