When planning to go to South Korea for the first time to get a contouring procedure, double chin treatment, or other cosmetic surgeries, what really causes anxiety isn’t whether to have the procedure or not—it’s rather:
How do I make an appointment? Do I need to specify a doctor? Is communication in Chinese possible? How do I get to the clinic once I’m in South Korea? Are the consultation and surgery on the same day?
Especially at large cosmetic hospitals like ID, which offer a wide range of procedures, simply leaving a message like “I want contouring surgery—how much does it cost?” often results in rather vague responses.
This article outlines a complete step-by-step process: scheduling an appointment at a South Korea-based ID hospital → getting consultation in Chinese → confirming the doctor → visiting the clinic for a face-to-face consultation → finalizing the surgery arrangement. 👇
🏥 Who is the ideal candidate for plastic surgery at South Korea’s top ID hospitals?
Among the procedures at ID Plastic Surgery Hospital that attract significant attention from international patients are:
- 🦴 Zygomatic Reduction Surgery
- 🦴 Jaw Angle Surgery
- 🦴 V-Line Necklift
- 🦴 Contour Trio
- 🦷 Double chin/orthognathic surgery related procedures
- 👃 Revision rhinoplasty, nose reshaping
- 👁️ Eye Surgery
- ✨ Facial Fat Transfer and Other Plastic Surgery Procedures
If your need is:
“I want to improve my face shape, but I’m not sure whether cheekbones, jawline surgery, or a combo treatment is right for me.”
You don’t actually need to lock in the surgical procedure right from the start.
When making an appointment, you can mention your main concerns first so that the doctor during the in-person consultation can provide a more thorough assessment.
For example:
“My main concern is that my face is relatively wide at the front with prominent cheekbones; I’d like to have a in-person consultation to see what kind of contouring surgery would be suitable for me.”
This will be better than just saying:
“I want to get the contour trio.”
It’s more suitable for the first consultation.
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📅 How to make an appointment at a South Korea-based ID hospital?
If you’ve already decided to go to ID Plastic Surgery Hospital, it’s recommended to follow these steps:
Confirm requirements → Consult in Chinese → Verify the doctor → Confirm the schedule → Arrange trip to Korea → Attend in-person consultation at the clinic
Proceed in this order.
Don’t rush to book a flight right away.
📝 What information is recommended to provide when booking?
When contacting for the first time, you can organize it directly as follows:
Name + Procedure desired + Main issue to address + Preferred doctor or not + Estimated date of visit to Korea
For example:
“Hello, I’d like to schedule a consultation at ID Plastic Surgery Hospital for a contouring procedure. My main goal is to address prominent cheekbones and an underdeveloped jawline. I’d prefer to have a face assessment first to determine the most suitable treatment plan. I plan to visit South Korea in October, so I’d like to confirm which doctor is available and when I can schedule the consultation.”
If it’s double chin, you can change it to:
“Hello, I’d like to consult about double chin surgery. Currently, my main issues are a protruding lower jaw and bite problems. I plan to go to Korea in October and would like to schedule a face consultation.”
If you already know which doctor you’re looking for, you can simply write down their name.
👨⚕️ Should I specify a doctor?
If you’ve done your homework and have a specific doctor in mind, it’s recommended to mention that right when scheduling the appointment.
Don’t wait until you’re at the hospital to bring this up:
“I’m looking for Dr. So-and-So.”
This is because the doctor’s schedule, consultation appointments, and surgery dates all need to be confirmed in advance.
If you still don’t know which doctor to choose
You don’t have to force yourself to pick one right away.
You can simply tell the customer service:
“I mainly want to improve my cheekbones and jawline. I’m not sure yet which contouring surgery would be suitable for me, so I’d like to schedule a consultation with a doctor who specializes in this area first.”
It’s better to let the doctor make a decision based on your bone structure and needs, rather than deciding in advance that you “must have the three-step procedure.”
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💬 What can be confirmed first for a Chinese-language consultation?
For your first consultation in Chinese, it’s not recommended to ask only:
“How much?”
You can ask all the following questions at once:
① Is there a doctor who meets my needs?
For example:
“I mainly want to address protruding cheekbones and a prominent jawline. What type of doctor would be suitable for this?”
② Can I specify a doctor?
If you already have a preferred doctor, go ahead and confirm it directly:
“Can I request to have this doctor perform the consultation and surgery?”
③ Do the consultation and surgery need to be scheduled separately?
This is especially important for international patients.
Some people think:
Go to South Korea → Have a in-person consultation → Undergo the surgery right away
However, the actual schedule will be subject to the clinic’s availability.
So it’s best to confirm the in-person consultation date and surgery date in advance.
④ Is it necessary to submit photos in advance?
If the clinic requests photos before the procedure, you can prepare them in advance:
- Positive side
- Left side
- Right side
- 45-degree angle
If you have any past plastic surgery or orthodontic records, feel free to include them as well.
📱 Path A: Direct connection via WeChat
Add directly: s-sourire
Note:
“ID Hospital + procedure + preferred doctor + estimated date of arrival in Korea”
🌟 Advantages:
- One-on-one pre-operative consultation
- Check the director’s schedule instantly
- Get exclusive internal discounts
- Provide Chinese translation support
If it’s about contouring or double chin treatment, it’s recommended to mention it right away during the first consultation.
Which area do you most want to improve currently? + Have you had any related surgeries? + When do you plan to go to Korea?
This makes it easier to organize your in-person consultation requirements in advance.
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📱 Path B: BeautsGO – Beauty for Everyone (Mini-program)
WeChat Search:
“BeautsGO” Mini-App
Enter your query:
“ID Hospital”
Or:
“ID Plastic Surgery Hospital”
You can then view information about relevant clinics/doctors and make appointments.
🌟 Advantages:
- Transparent pricing and price comparison
- Platform-exclusive feedback
- Certification Fast Track
📌 If you’d like to specify a doctor, it’s recommended to double-check after making the appointment:
Designated doctor + consultation date + procedure type + actual procedure schedule.
📂 What documents are best prepared before scheduling a contouring surgery?
If it’s your first time getting a contouring treatment, you can prepare your own photos and list your requirements in advance.
📸 Photo suggestions
Preparation:
- Front view photo
- Left side
- Right side
- 45-degree angle photo
It’s best to use natural light, go without makeup, and avoid excessive photo editing.
This helps to present the facial contours more realistically.
💡 Don’t just write “want a smaller face” as your request.
For example:
❌
“I want to slim my face.”
More Highly Recommended:
“I feel my cheekbones are a bit more prominent from the front.”
“My chin angle is a bit wide, and I’d like to improve my facial shape.”
“I want a Reduction surgery to narrow my forehead, but I don’t want it to look too sharp.”
“I want to improve the proportion of my chin and would like a in-person consultation to determine which contour is suitable for me.”
The more specific the requirements, the more effective the initial communication will be.
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🦷 What do you need to prepare if you schedule a double chin surgery?
Double chin surgery is not exactly the same as simple contouring surgery.
If there was in the past:
- Orthodontics
- Jaw alignment issues
- Jawbone-related examinations
- History of orthognathic/sagittal split ramus surgery
It’s recommended to organize the relevant information properly.
It’s especially good to clarify this in advance:
“Currently, the main issues are occlusion problems, protruding lower jaw, and asymmetrical face shape. I’d like to consult whether dual jaws would be suitable.”
Don’t just use:
“I want to reduce my double chin and slim down my face.”
Describe your needs.
Since the double chin involves the jawbone and bite alignment, it requires further examination and evaluation by a doctor to determine suitability.
🏥 What’s the process after arriving at the clinic?
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The specific process may still vary depending on the project.
Step 1｜📅 Confirm your appointment in advance
Double-check before you head out:
- Appointment Name
- Appointment Date
- In-person consultation time
- Doctor
- Project
- Address of the Clinic
It’s recommended to save your appointment details in your phone.
Step 2｜🏥 Check in at the clinic
Upon arrival, inform the reception staff of your reservation details.
For international patients, it’s advisable to confirm the arrangements for Chinese-speaking reception in advance, so as to avoid having to handle language communication on your own once you arrive at the clinic.
Step 3｜🔍 Pre-surgery Consultation
For surgeries involving the contours, jaw structure, and other skeletal areas, an assessment usually requires reviewing relevant imaging and considering the individual’s physical conditions.
The specific tests required will be determined by the hospital.
Step 4｜👨⚕️ In-person consultation with a doctor
This is the most important step in the entire booking process.
Don’t just ask:
“Can I get the three-piece set?”
Doctors should be made more aware of:
- Your bone issues
- The area I’m most dissatisfied with right now
- The desired outcome
- Have you had any other surgeries?
- Are there any occlusion issues?
Then let’s discuss:
What exactly needs to be done?
📐 Ask these 8 questions during your in-person consultation
If you’ve reached the ID stage, you can jot down these questions right away.
① What is my most significant bone issue at the moment?
Let the doctor make the judgment instead of assuming it yourself.
② Do I really need the contour trio?
Don’t make a decision just because the three-piece set is popular.
③ To what extent should the cheekbones be enhanced?
Focus on identifying the right areas for improvement, rather than simply aiming for “the smaller, the better.”
④ Does the chin angle need to be addressed?
Find out if the jaw angle is the main cause of a wide face.
⑤ Does the chin need to be adjusted as well?
For some people, the issue isn’t just related to the cheekbones or jawline — the proportion of the chin can also affect the overall face shape.
⑥ To what extent can left-right symmetry be improved after surgery?
Don’t ask your doctor to guarantee “100% symmetry.”
You should ask:
“Is my current asymmetry mainly due to bones or soft tissues?”
⑦ How long is the recovery period?
Especially for international patients, they need to arrange accommodation and plan their return trip based on the recovery period.
⑧ How to manage post-surgery care after returning home?
Confirm in advance:
- Follow-up appointment arrangement
- Post-surgery contact information
- How to Handle Abnormal Situations
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💰 When asking about prices, don’t just ask “How much is the contour trio?”
If you’re really considering surgery, it’s best to ask directly:
“What’s the total cost of my surgery?”
Also confirm:
- Surgery cost
- Anesthesia fee
- Pre-operative examination
- Hospitalization
- Medications
- Post-operative follow-up
- Other potential fees
Since the individual prices listed online are only meant as a rough budget reference.
What really needs to be confirmed is:
How much will I need to pay in total for my own plan?
✈️ Can the consultation and surgery be scheduled on the same day?
Don’t assume it’s guaranteed to work.
Whether it can be scheduled on the same day depends on:
- Doctor’s Availability
- Surgery room arrangement
- Pre-operative examination
- Surgical Procedures
- Personal physical condition
So, if you’re an international patient, just mention it when making your appointment:
“I’m coming to Korea from abroad and would like to know how to schedule a consultation and the surgery date.”
It’s better to confirm in advance rather than arranging things once you arrive in South Korea.
🧳 Planning my first contouring treatment in Seoulcheil – how should I arrange my itinerary?
If you’ve already decided to go to ID, you can follow this approach:
📅 Before departure
Finish first:
Chinese consultation → Confirming the doctor → Scheduling an in-person appointment → Confirming the surgery date → Arranging accommodation and transportation
🇰🇷 Arriving in South Korea
Arrive at the clinic at the scheduled time:
Registration → Examination → In-person consultation → Plan confirmation → Price confirmation
🩹 After the surgery
Then follow the doctor’s instructions:
Rest → Follow-up visit → Post-surgery care → Confirm departure time
If it’s a contouring or double chin treatment, it’s not recommended to schedule the follow-up appointment too closely.
⚠️ In these 5 situations, be sure to double-check before making a reservation
❌ Don’t pay right away just because the before-and-after results look great.
Case studies are for reference only.
You and the person in the case:
Bones, soft tissues, age, face shape
They can all be different.
❌ Deciding to go for the full three-step treatment without even having a in-person consultation first
Let the doctor make a judgment first, then decide on the scope of the surgery.
❌ The actual surgeon performing the procedure wasn’t confirmed
If you have a preferred doctor, be sure to mention it when making the appointment.
❌ Asking only for the surgery price without inquiring about the total cost
Especially for international patients, it’s important to confirm everything together, including anesthesia, hospital stay, and post-operative care.
❌ Scheduling the recovery period too tightly
Both the contours and cheeks need time to recover.
Don’t schedule:
Surgery → Travel the next day → Return home immediately a few days later
It’s best to leave some room for a proper recovery.
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❓ FAQ for Booking Appointments at South Korea ID Hospitals
Q：Can I make an appointment at ID Plastic Surgery Hospital in Chinese?
You can consult in advance through Chinese-language channels to confirm the procedure, doctor, and scheduling.
Q: How do I request to see a specific doctor when making an appointment?
Provide directly:
“ID Hospital + doctor’s name + procedure + estimated date of arrival in Korea”
That’s it.
Q: What should I do if I’m not sure whether a contouring treatment or a three-step kit is right for me?
There’s no need to decide in advance.
You can first describe your main concerns, such as prominent cheekbones, a wide mandibular angle, or an uneven chin ratio, and then the doctor will assess them during the in-person consultation.
Q: Can I schedule a double chin surgery appointment directly?
You can schedule a consultation first, but since both jaws involve jawbone and bite issues, whether you’re a suitable candidate and what the surgical plan will be requires evaluation by a doctor.
Q: Can I decide later whether to go through with it after making a reservation?
You can first schedule a in-person consultation to learn about your specific situation, available surgical options, recovery time, and costs, before making a decision based on your own needs.
Q: How much advance notice is needed for the reservation ID?
There’s no fixed time that works for everyone. The doctor’s schedule, types of procedures, and the date of travel to Korea all influence the arrangements.
If your travel dates are already set, it’s recommended not to wait until a few days before departure to start making reservations.
📋 Final Checklist Before Booking an ID Hospital Appointment
You can save this directly before you head out:
- ☑ Procedures I want to have done
- ☑ Key issues being addressed
- ☑ Is a doctor specified?
- ☑ Estimated date of trip to Korea
- ☑ Appointment Date
- ☑ Is it necessary to send photos in advance?
- ☑ Are relevant test results required?
- ☑ How to schedule the consultation and surgery date
- ☑ Doctor who performed the procedure
- ☑ Full surgical price
- ☑ Anesthesia and other fees
- ☑ Hospitalization arrangement
- ☑ Post-surgery follow-up appointment arrangement
- ☑ How to get in touch after returning to the country
🔍 Finally: When booking an ID, what really needs to be confirmed is not “whether there are slots available”
If it’s just a question:
“Is ID available?”
The information we’ve obtained is actually quite limited.
What truly deserves confirmation during the booking stage is:
👨⚕️ Who will perform the consultat
ion? 🦴 What procedure is being d
one? 📐 Why is this treatment plan needed? 💰 Wha
t’s the total cost? 🩹 How should I take
care of myself after the procedure?
Especially the contours and jawline — these are not things that should be decided based solely on online examples or prices.
If you’re not yet fully sure about which type of contouring you want, there’s no need to rush into making a decision. It’s better to first discuss your needs with the medical team and determine the most suitable option through a in-person consultation—this is usually a more sensible approach than deciding in advance that you want a “three-piece set.” 🔍
🔗 Want to learn more about ID plastic surgery hospitals in South Korea?
⚠️ Appointment Reminder
This article outlines the practical steps for overseas patients planning appointments at ID plastic surgery clinics in South Korea. Doctor’s availability, consultation schedules, surgery dates, prices, and hospital services may change over time, so please refer to the details confirmed during your appointment for accurate information.
Both contouring and double chin surgery fall under medical procedures. Whether surgery is appropriate, the specific methods used, recovery time, and potential risks all need to be assessed by a professional doctor based on individual circumstances. All content on this site adheres to the principle of providing accurate information to help avoid pitfalls in cosmetic surgery. For more details, please check our About page.
