Temporal Peak Advancement Cost in Korea
Temporal Peak Advancement Cost in Korea
π Average Cost of Temporal Peak Advancement in Korea
**Procedure Type** **Estimated Cost (USD)**
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Temporal Peak Advancement Only $2,200 – $4,500
Combined with Forehead Reduction $5,500 – $8,000
Combined with Full Hairline Correction $6,000 – $9,500
Premium Medical Tourism Package $7,000 – $10,500
**Cost Breakdown by Surgical Approach**
π§ **1. Hair Grafting for Temporal Peaks (FUE Method)**
The most common method for restoring temporal peaks is through FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction), which facilitates precise graft placement to achieve a natural curvature.
**Graft Count** **Estimated Cost (USD)**
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500 grafts (minor enhancement) $1,500 – $2,200
800–1,000 grafts (moderate advancement) $2,300 – $3,500
1,200+ grafts (full temporal reshaping) $3,500 – $4,500
**Cost per graft:**
- FUE: $1.80 – $3.50
- FUT (less common here): $1.50 – $2.50
β¨ **2. Surgical Temporal Advancement (Forehead + Temple Skin Shift)**
In certain cases, the temporal peak may be surgically advanced alongside the central hairline using techniques for scalp mobilization.
**Surgical Approach** **Cost Estimate (USD)**
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Temporal-only surgical advancement $3,000 – $5,000
Combined with hair grafting $5,000 – $7,500
Combined with brow lift or forehead reduction $6,500 – $9,500
π **International vs. Local Patient Costs**
**Patient Type** **Estimated Cost (USD)** **Notes**
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Korean Residents $2,000 – $3,500 Local rates, no extra support
Foreign Patients (basic service) $3,200 – $5,500 Includes translator, meds, follow-up
Foreign Patients (premium package) $6,500 – $10,500 Hotel, pickup, private nurse, aftercare
International patients often opt for packages that provide full concierge support to handle language, aftercare, and accommodations.
πΌ **Optional Add-Ons and Enhancements**
**Add-On** **Cost (USD)** **Notes**
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PRP injection (to boost graft survival) $200 – $400/session Often recommended
Exosome or stem cell booster $500 – $1,200 Enhances recovery
Scar revision laser $100 – $250/session If surgical
Post-op shampoo/care kits $50 – $100 For sensitive recovery
Revision surgery $3,500 – $6,500 For asymmetry or design tweak
π³ **Payment Methods and Financial Considerations**
**Payment Option** **Details**
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Cash (KRW/USD) Up to 5% discount for KRW cash
Credit Card Visa, MasterCard, AMEX widely accepted
International Bank Transfer Required for deposits or reservations
Installments Korean citizens only
VAT Refund Foreigners may be eligible (10%)
