Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon ·
Asan Medical Centre , Seoul, South Korea
20 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Korean , English
Some of the conditions treated by cosmetic surgeon Dr Eun Key Kim include:
Reconstructive surgery helps restore function and correct deformities due to birth defects, trauma, and medical conditions like cancer. The conditions include palate and cleft lip repair, breast reconstruction done after a lumpectomy for breast cancer. Cosmetic surgery is done to enhance appearance by reshaping normal anatomy to make it visually appealing. Examples are breast augmentation, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), breast lift, liposuction, and facelift.
Below are some of the signs and symptoms that should be discussed with a cosmetic surgeon for further treatment:
Although the above-listed signs make you a suitable candidate for plastic surgery, a plastic surgeon will deeply study your health status to know all underlying conditions. Surgery may not be suggested if can cause serious side effects or aggravates your existing condition. The surgeon will also consult other experts to find the best treatment option.
You can find Dr Eun Key Kim in the clinic/hospital from 11 am to 6 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor does not see patients on Sunday. You can receive a consultation from the doctor on Sunday in case of an emergency. .
Some of the popular procedures that Dr Eun Key Kim performs are:
Breast augmentation is one of the most sought-after cosmetic procedures that uses breast implants to increase the size of the breasts. This procedure can even restore breast volume that was lost after weight reduction and pregnancy. A cosmetic surgeon performs the procedure when a candidate is found fit for it.
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Plastic surgeons focus on reconstructive procedures. They see patients who have conditions, such as birth disorders, illnesses, injuries, or burns. Many plastic surgeons prefer to become cosmetic surgeons and perform procedures to change a patient’s appearance for aesthetic purposes. Not all plastic surgeons are cosmetic surgeons. Cosmetic surgeons work all over the body on all kinds of diseases. They also work frequently with other experts in a multi-disciplinary group. Plastic surgeons have special skills and knowledge like how to design a skin graft and create a flap graft.
There are various diagnostic tests that are suggested before undergoing cosmetic surgery to identify the underlying condition if any. The tests are:
People see a cosmetic surgeon for a number of reasons. They either want to improve their appearance through surgical procedures or wish to correct different physical abnormalities, such as an uneven face, birth defects, etc. You also need to see a plastic surgeon for reasons like burns, injuries, trauma, etc.
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Rhinoplasty is a type of plastic surgery that changes the shape and size of Nose. Some people go for cosmetic rhinoplasty to enhance the appearance of their nose and face, while others undergo functional rhinoplasty to improve breathing and nasal function.