Breast lift and reduction

Raise, reshape or reduce the breasts

A lift raises and reshapes sagging breasts, while a reduction also removes tissue to make them smaller and lighter. Both are done under general anaesthesia, with a surgical bra for about 6 weeks and no lifting or strenuous exercise in that time. Allow time in Seoul for the surgeon to check the wounds before you fly.

Downtime
14–28 days
Minimum stay
14 days
Sessions
1
Three clothed side-profile outlines of an upper torso, each with a dashed line for the shape before surgery: augmentation is slightly fuller at the same height, a lift sits higher with about the same volume, and a reduction is smaller and slightly higher.
  1. Augmentation. An implant placed behind the breast tissue or the chest muscle adds volume. The breast's position stays about the same.
  2. Lift. Excess skin is removed and the breast is reshaped so it sits higher and firmer. Volume stays about the same.
  3. Reduction. Breast tissue and skin are removed, so the breast is smaller and usually sits a little higher.

Dashed line: before. Schematic outlines showing a typical, modest change; your surgeon plans the actual one.

Estimated price range

KRW 3,000,000 – 12,000,000

≈ USD 2,229 – 8,916

Varies by clinic and your condition. The final price is confirmed after consultation.

Converted at a fixed rate as of 2026-09-11

Types and indicative prices

Many operations combine two or more of these. Prices are indicative ranges from Seoul clinics; the surgeon recommends a plan and the clinic quotes it after consultation.

  • Breast lift (mastopexy)

    Removes excess skin and raises the breast and nipple, leaving a scar around the areola that often runs down to the fold. Suits sagging after pregnancy, breastfeeding or weight loss.

    Indicative price
    KRW 3,000,000 – 10,000,000≈ USD 2,229 – 7,430
    Downtime
    14–21 days

  • Breast reduction

    Removes breast tissue, fat and skin to reduce the size and weight of the breasts. Suits large breasts that cause back or neck discomfort or limit activity.

    Indicative price
    KRW 4,000,000 – 12,000,000≈ USD 2,972 – 8,916
    Downtime
    14–28 days

  • Augmentation with a lift

    An implant and a lift in one operation, restoring volume while raising the breast. Suits breasts that have lost volume and also sag.

    Indicative price
    KRW 9,000,000 – 18,000,000≈ USD 6,687 – 13,374
    Downtime
    14–28 days

    See Breast augmentation

Good to know

  • Plan about 14 days in Korea so the surgeon can check the wounds and remove stitches before you fly.
  • Wear the surgical bra day and night for about 6 weeks, or as long as the clinic advises.
  • No heavy lifting or strenuous exercise for about 6 weeks.
  • Scars fade over 12–18 months, and breastfeeding may be affected after a reduction; discuss this if you plan more children.

Questions

Lift or reduction?

A lift reshapes and raises without making the breasts much smaller; a reduction removes tissue as well. The surgeon decides at consultation after examining you.

When can I fly home?

The NHS advises not flying for 5–7 days after breast surgery. The surgeon confirms you are ready at a follow-up check.

Will there be scars?

Yes, around the areola and often down to the breast fold, sometimes along the fold as well. They stay red for some months and then fade, though healing differs between individuals.

Is the result permanent?

The breasts keep changing with age, weight and pregnancy, so some sagging can return over the years.

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