I’m an international patient in my 40s and had been…

• Concerns before treatment I’m an international patient in my 40s and had been considering surgical options for a while after a mix of prior treatments didn’t give me the outcome I was hoping for and left me frustrated. Over time, I felt like my lower face and under-eye area looked more tired and less balanced, which led me to explore surgery and consider traveling to Korea. • How was it before getting treated? My procedure was done in February 2025. I went into the consultation prepared to be cautious and only move forward if I felt comfortable. Dr. Kwak took time to understand my concerns and history, and I didn’t feel rushed or pressured at any point. The English translator assigned to me was very friendly, responsive, and helpful throughout the entire process, which made communication smooth and significantly reduced stress as an international patient. • Results Results so far: It’s still early, but I’m really happy with how things are progressing! My face already looks more youthful and with tighter skin compared to before (especially the eyes and jawline). There is still swelling and mild asymmetry at this stage, which I’ve been told is normal and should improve as healing continues. Excited to see my progress at the 3 and 6 month stages. • Comments Overall, I had a positive experience and felt well taken care of throughout the process. Doing thorough research beforehand made a big difference in setting expectations. This forum was very helpful to me when deciding, so I hope sharing this is useful to others!