Double Layer Suture Technique (DLST) Cost in Korea
Double Layer Suture Technique (DLST) Cost in Korea
๐ฐ Average Cost of DLST Surgery in Korea (2025)
Clinic Type Estimated Total Cost (USD)
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Local Budget Clinics $1,000 – $1,500
Standard Clinics in Seoul $1,600 – $2,400
Premium Gangnam Clinics (Foreigner-Friendly) | $2,500 – $3,800+
๐งพ Comprehensive Cost Breakdown for DLST
1. **Surgeon’s Fee**
$800 – $2,000
Varies based on expertise in DLST, availability for English consultations, and international qualifications.
2. **Anesthesia Fee**
$100 – $300
Usually involves local anesthesia with optional mild sedation. Often included in various clinic packages.
3. **Surgical Facility & Equipment Fee**
$100 – $300
Covers sterile operating environment, suture materials, monitoring equipment, and surgical team.
4. **Consultation & Digital Imaging**
$0 – $150
Initial consultations are frequently complimentary, although 3D designs or double eyelid simulations may incur additional fees.
5. **Postoperative Medications & Follow-Up Visits**
$80 – $200
Encompasses prescribed ointments, pain relief medication, and 1–3 post-operative follow-up consultations.
6. **Foreign Patient Coordination / Translation**
$0 – $250
Clinics providing comprehensive international service include multilingual support; otherwise, charges may apply.
๐ Summary Cost Table
Item Low-End (USD) High-End (USD)
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Surgeon’s Fee $800 $2,000
Anesthesia $100 $300
Facility & Equipment $100 $300
Post-Op Meds & Follow-Up $80 $200
Translator/Coordinator $0 $250
Optional Travel/Hotel $250 $600
**Total DLST Surgery Cost** | $1,000$3,800+
