Traditional Otoplasty (Ear Pinning Surgery) Cost in Korea

📊 Comprehensive Cost Overview
Category	Estimated Cost (KRW)	Description
Overall Procedure Fee	₩2,800,000 – ₩5,000,000	Includes surgery, anesthesia, and hospital facility charges.
Surgery Time	1 – 2 hours	Depends on whether surgery is unilateral or bilateral.
Healing Period	2 – 3 weeks	Initial swelling subsides within days; full recovery takes weeks.

🧾 Detailed Cost Analysis by Component
Component	Cost (KRW)	Details
Surgeon’s Charge	₩1,300,000 – ₩2,600,000	Specialist in ear reshaping and contouring.
Anesthesia Fee	₩350,000 – ₩750,000	Local anesthesia or mild sedation options available.
Facility & Equipment	₩550,000 – ₩1,050,000	Operating room usage, medical supplies, nursing support.
Aftercare & Follow-up	₩150,000 – ₩450,000	Post-surgical checkups and dressing changes.

🧩 Additional & Optional Services Cost
Service	Cost (KRW)	Purpose
3D Ear Simulation	₩120,000 – ₩220,000	Visual preview of surgical results.
Overnight Observation	₩130,000 – ₩280,000	Optional stay for post-op monitoring.
Compression Band	₩60,000 – ₩110,000	Helps maintain ear position and reduce swelling.
Scar Reduction Therapy	₩110,000 – ₩320,000	Laser or topical treatments to minimize scarring.

🏥 Clinical Treatment Costs
Service	Cost (KRW)	Info
Initial Consultation	₩40,000 – ₩80,000	Pre-surgery assessment and planning.
Follow-up Appointments	Included	Routine checkups after surgery.
Medications	₩50,000 – ₩100,000	Pain relief and antibiotics.