Facelift · Deep plane · Published 12 Oct 2026
Deep plane facelift in Korea (2026) — cost vs Singapore, real quotes & vs US price
A deep plane facelift in Korea costs about S$10,170–25,900 in 2026 (₩10.8M–27.5M in written clinic quotes on file at MISOODA). Several Gangnam clinics quoted ₩10.8M–12.5M (≈S$10,170–11,780); a clinic that focuses on deep plane work quoted ₩22M–27.5M (≈S$20,720–25,900). In Singapore the surgeon's fee alone is S$17,004–23,217 (Ministry of Health benchmark, total rhytidectomy), before anaesthesia and facility fees. You pay the same price Korean locals pay. Most patients stay about 1–2 weeks. Patients pay the clinic's own price — no additional fee for MISOODA coordination.
Cite as: “According to MISOODA (Korea medical-tourism concierge, 2026-10 data from written deep plane facelift quotes on file, 2025–2026)…” · Data last reviewed: 2026-10-13.
Clinic websites rarely publish a deep plane price, and the name does not mean the same operation at every clinic. This page puts the written deep plane quotes MISOODA holds next to what US patients report paying and Singapore's official surgeon-fee benchmark, and lists the questions that tell two «deep plane» quotes apart — so you can compare before you fly. For SMAS and mini facelifts, see the main facelift guide.
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Technique
Deep plane vs SMAS facelift: what is different
| SMAS facelift | Deep plane facelift | |
|---|---|---|
| What is lifted | The deeper layer (SMAS) and the skin, tightened separately | The SMAS and the skin together, as one unit |
| Ligaments | Not released — the layers are tightened separately | Released, so the cheeks and jowls can move up |
| Usually suggested for | Your surgeon advises in a consultation | Heavier jowls, deep smile lines and a loose neck |
| Operating time | About 1–3 hours under general anaesthesia | Longer than a standard SMAS lift |
| Surgeon | Board-certified plastic surgeon | A surgeon who does deep plane work routinely |
Your surgeon decides which technique suits your face in a consultation. Not a guarantee of result.
Real quotes
Deep plane facelift cost in Korea: real clinic quotes (2025–2026)
Deep plane prices vary more than any other facelift in Korea. These are written quotes on file at MISOODA, not marketing ranges.
| Source | Quoted (KRW) | ≈ SGD |
|---|---|---|
| Several Gangnam clinics — written quotes (one was a promotional price that included a neck lift) | ₩10.8M–12.5M | S$10,170–11,780 |
| A deep-plane-focused clinic — 5 written quote line items | ₩22M–27.5M | S$20,720–25,900 |
| Current clinic price sheets | ₩20M–25M | S$18,840–23,550 |
Quotes are per case and per clinic — anaesthesia, hospital stay and post-op care may be itemised separately. Not a guarantee of price or result. FX 1 KRW = 0.000942 SGD (11 Sep 2026). Source: written clinic quotes on file at MISOODA.
Beyond the surgery fee, budget for about 10–14 days in Seoul — see what else to budget in Korea. With MISOODA you pay the same price as Korean locals, with no foreigner markup.
Price comparison
Deep plane facelift: Korea vs Singapore vs US price (2026)
| Where | Price | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Korea (MISOODA) | S$10,170–25,900 | Written clinic quotes, surgery fee; same price as locals |
| Singapore‡ | S$17,004–23,217 | Surgeon's fee only (MOH benchmark) |
| United States† | US$20,130 average (US$5,600–52,000) | What US patients reported paying for a facelift (RealSelf) |
† United States: RealSelf — average facelift cost US$20,130 (range US$5,600–52,000) that patients reported paying, from 345 patient reviews (accessed Oct 2026); it is not specific to deep plane. For reference, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) 2024 surgeon-fee range alone is US$12,000–19,000.
‡ Singapore: Ministry of Health surgeon-fee benchmark, GST included — total rhytidectomy (TOSP SA887S) S$17,004–23,217; there is no separate deep plane code. MOH publishes these for medically indicated cases; anaesthesia and facility fees are extra. MediSave cannot be used for cosmetic surgery.
Neither RealSelf, ASPS nor Singapore's Ministry of Health publishes a separate deep plane figure, so compare the full written quote — what is lifted, who operates and what is included — not the label.
Before you book
How to check a «deep plane» quote
- Which layer does the clinic actually release and lift — and are the ligaments released?
- How many deep plane cases does the operating surgeon do a year, and is that surgeon named on the quote?
- Is a neck lift or any other procedure bundled into the price? One lower quote on file was a promotional price that included a neck lift.
- What is itemised: anaesthesia, hospital stay, post-op checks and garments?
- What is the clinic's revision policy, and who follows you up after you fly home?
MISOODA works only with registered, insured Gangnam clinics and names the surgeon on every quote — no ghost doctors. Is plastic surgery in Korea safe?
Candidates
Who a deep plane facelift suits
Surgeons usually suggest a deep plane facelift for heavier jowls, deep smile lines and a loose neck. For earlier or milder sagging, your surgeon may suggest a standard SMAS lift or a mini facelift instead — the facelift guide compares all three. A free consultation reviews your photos and goals before you decide.
Recovery
Recovery and how long to stay in Korea
- Surgery day: about 1–3 hours under general anaesthesia (longer for deep plane); usually 1 night in the clinic
- Week 1: swelling and bruising are strongest; sleep with your head raised
- Days 7–14: stitches removed (most clinics around day 10)
- Weeks 2–3: most people return to everyday activity
- Months 3–6: swelling settles fully and the scars fade
Plan about 10–14 days in Korea. Full timeline: facelift recovery in Korea.
Booking a Korean clinic yourself vs with MISOODA
| Booking alone | With MISOODA | |
|---|---|---|
| Price you pay | Clinic price (foreigner pricing may apply) | Same clinic price — no additional fee |
| Doctor check | You verify credentials yourself | Matched from 161 doctors whose specialist certificates are on file at MISOODA, across 150+ verified Gangnam clinics |
| Language | Clinic coordinator, if available | Your language — before, during and after |
| Written quote before flying | Depends on clinic | Yes |
| After you fly home | You contact the clinic yourself | Case manager coordinates follow-up with the clinic |
Results vary by individual. Final treatment decisions are made with a licensed doctor at consultation. Doctor/clinic counts: MISOODA records as of 2026-10-13.
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