Frontalis Suspension Ptosis Surgery Cost in Korea

📊 Comprehensive Cost Overview
Category	Estimated Cost (KRW)	Description
Total Surgery Cost	₩2,800,000 – ₩5,500,000	Surgical procedure for severe congenital ptosis, using sling materials to connect the eyelid to the frontalis muscle.
Procedure Time	60 – 90 minutes	Performed under local or general anesthesia depending on age and case severity.
Downtime & Recovery	10 – 14 days	Initial swelling, bruising, and possible asymmetry; requires close follow-up for sling adjustment.

🧾 Detailed Cost Analysis by Component
Component	Cost (KRW)	Details
Surgeon’s Fee	₩2,000,000 – ₩3,500,000	Highly experienced oculoplastic or pediatric eyelid specialist.
Anesthesia	₩200,000 – ₩500,000	General anesthesia for children; IV or local anesthesia for adults.
Sling Material (Autogenous/Fascia/Silicone)	₩300,000 – ₩600,000	Choice of material affects cost and longevity of results.
Surgical Facility & Equipment	₩250,000 – ₩400,000	Use of sterile OR, laser cautery, and monitoring systems.

🧩 Additional & Optional Services Cost
Service	Cost (KRW)	Purpose
Frontalis Muscle Training (Post-Op)	₩50,000 – ₩100,000/session	Aids adaptation of eyelid elevation via forehead movement.
Revision or Adjustment Surgery	₩1,000,000 – ₩2,000,000	In case of overcorrection, undercorrection, or sling slippage.
Pediatric Sedation Monitoring	₩150,000 – ₩300,000	For children requiring extended observation post-op.

🏥 Clinical Treatment Costs
Service	Cost (KRW)	Notes
Pre-Surgery Consultation	₩30,000 – ₩80,000	Includes functional eyelid evaluation, ptosis measurement, and sling material discussion.
Post-Operative Care & Follow-ups	₩20,000 – ₩50,000/visit	Follow-up visits for sling tension adjustment and healing checks.
Emergency Management (If Needed)	₩100,000 – ₩300,000	For acute complications like infection or material exposure.