Frequently Asked Questions
How do I browse the before and after photos?
Use the tabs at the top to choose the area you want: eyes, nose, nose revision, facial contour, breast and body, lifting, skin and others, or fat grafting. Clicking a photo opens a larger view, and some cases can be viewed from different angles. The photos are individual cases and results vary from person to person.
Why are the before photos blurred out?
Before-surgery photos are shown only to logged-in members. Once you sign in, the cover is removed and you can view the before and after images together. If signing in is difficult, we can show you cases directly during your consultation.
Will I get the same result as in the photos?
Each photo is one patient's individual case, and results vary from person to person. The shape of your eyes and nose, your skin condition, and any previous surgery change the surgical plan itself. Dr. Lee Muyoung will explain which approach suits you after an in-person examination.
Were these photos published with the patients' consent?
Yes. Every photo on this page is published with the patient's consent, and photos without consent are not posted. A notice about the posting conditions appears together with each case whenever you open it.
Are the before and after photos taken under the same conditions?
Where available, cases are organised by angle, such as front and side, so that matching angles can be compared. Even so, lighting and angle can make a photo differ from what you would see in person. When a case has recorded shooting conditions, that note is displayed alongside the photos.
What does a label like “3 months after” under a photo mean?
It shows how much time had passed since surgery when the photo was taken. Even after the same operation, appearance changes as recovery progresses, so we note the interval with each photo. The pace of recovery varies from person to person.
Can I tell when a photo was taken?
When a case has a recorded shooting date, the before and after dates are shown with the photos. If no confirmed date exists, we leave the field blank rather than estimating one. For anything further about a photo, please ask during your consultation.
What if the surgery I am considering has no photos here?
Cases beyond those posted online can be shown to you directly at your consultation. Tell us which procedure you are considering and we will go through matching cases with you. You can book by phone at +82-2-537-3707 or through our KakaoTalk channel.
Can I decide on surgery just from the before and after photos?
Photos alone make it hard to judge which method fits you. The available options change with the condition of your eyes or nose and with any previous surgery, so we recommend deciding after an examination. We explain the options together with a surgical plan once you have been examined.
What is the angle view?
When a case has photos taken from several angles, such as front and side, you can switch between them with the buttons below the image. Different angles reveal different areas, so it helps to look at more than one. Cases without multiple angles simply do not show the buttons.
Can surgery cause side effects?
Every operation and procedure carries the possibility of side effects such as bleeding, infection or inflammation, and recovery differs from person to person. That is why we ask you to consult a doctor thoroughly before surgery rather than deciding from photos alone. We go through the expected risks and the recovery process with you at the consultation.
How do I book a consultation while browsing the photos?
Call +82-2-537-3707 or message us on our KakaoTalk channel. Schedules can change, so please check before visiting.
Will my photos be posted on the website?
Photos are posted only when the patient has given consent. Consent is confirmed separately from your treatment, and images without consent are never published. We explain the scope of any posting to you at your visit.
Have the photos been retouched?
The images are before and after photos of operations actually performed at SM Plastic Surgery. Lighting and angle can still make a photo differ from what you would see in person, and we note that alongside the images. If you would like to check for yourself, we can review cases with you at a consultation.
I selected a category but it says there are no photos.
That means no cases have been registered in that category yet. Selecting another category will show the cases that are available. For the procedure you are looking for, we can show you cases directly at your consultation.