Cortical Bone Shaving (Outer Cortex Shaving) Cost in Korea

💰 Estimated Total Cost Range in Korea (2025) 

₩5,000,000 – ₩11,000,000 KRW 

(~$3,800 – $8,350 USD) 

The overall cost varies based on the number of areas treated, the complexity of the surgery, the equipment used (such as piezoelectric tools), and the reputation of the clinic. 

🧾 Detailed Cost Breakdown 

  Cost Component                  KRW Range                  USD Range                  Details                                                         

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  Surgical Fee (Core)             ₩4,000,000 – ₩8,000,000   ~$3,050 – $6,100          Includes jaw angle shaving, cheekbone, or chin outer cortex     

  Anesthesia & Operating Room      ₩700,000 – ₩1,200,000     ~$530 – $910              General anesthesia, IV sedation, surgical suite use             

  Pre-Op Consultation & Imaging    ₩200,000 – ₩500,000       ~$150 – $380              3D CT scan, facial symmetry analysis, bone thickness evaluation   

  Post-Surgery Medications         ₩100,000 – ₩300,000       ~$75 – $230               Pain management, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatory medications   

  Aftercare Visits & Dressing      ₩200,000 – ₩400,000       ~$150 – $300              Compression bandages, deswelling treatments, follow-up care     

💡 Optional Add-Ons (Additional Costs) 

  Add-On Procedure                KRW Range                  USD Range                  Details                                                         

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  Buccal Fat Pad Removal          ₩1,000,000 – ₩2,000,000   ~$760 – $1,520            Removes fat from lower cheeks for a more defined V-line         

  Masseter Botox                  ₩300,000 – ₩700,000       ~$230 – $530              Slims bulky jaw muscles after surgery                             

  Deswelling & Lymphatic Therapy   ₩200,000 – ₩500,000       ~$150 – $380              Accelerates healing and reduces swelling                         

  Scar Management (Laser or PRP)   ₩300,000 – ₩600,000       ~$230 – $460              Promotes skin recovery and reduces incision visibility           

  Overnight Hospital Stay         ₩300,000 – ₩500,000        ~$230 – $380              Optional stay based on the extent of the procedure               

✅ Quick Summary of Total Costs (KRW & USD) 

  Service Type                   Estimated Cost (KRW)       Estimated Cost (USD)     

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  Single-Area Shaving            ₩5,000,000 – ₩7,000,000    ~$3,800 – $5,300         

  Dual-Area Shaving              ₩8,000,000 – ₩10,000,000   ~$6,100 – $7,600         

  Full-Face Shaving (3 areas)    ₩10,000,000 – ₩11,000,000  ~$7,600 – $8,350         

  With Optional Add-ons          ₩11,000,000 – ₩13,000,000+  ~$8,350 – $9,900+