Umnagumo Plastic Surgery has focused exclusively on breast surgery since opening in Gangnam in 2003.
Breast surgery is rarely a one-and-done procedure — revision cases are common. Three things to verify: (1) whether the surgical team has focused on breast surgery as a specialty over many years, (2) whether they handle both primary and revision cases, and (3) whether implant choice, incision method, and post-op care are systematized. Umnagumo Plastic Surgery has focused exclusively on breast surgery since opening in Gangnam, Seoul in 2003.
Clinics that focus on breast revision are limited in Gangnam. Revision surgery is higher-difficulty than primary surgery, with case-by-case causes (capsular contracture, bottoming-out, implant malposition, animation deformity, asymmetry). Precise diagnosis and surgical planning are essential. Umnagumo Plastic Surgery is located at 318 Dosan-daero, SB Tower 6F, Gangnam-gu — near Nonhyeon Station — and has handled a high volume of revision cases including capsule correction, implant exchange after removal, and autologous-tissue reinforcement.
The trans-axillary approach places the implant through an incision along the natural armpit fold, not on the breast itself. The breast carries no visible scar, and the armpit incision fades into the natural skin fold — most patients find it imperceptible after one year. Umnagumo Plastic Surgery has run a dedicated trans-axillary system since 2005, and many of our cases — including revision cases — are performed through the armpit incision.
The main implants used in Korea are Mentor, Motiva, and Sebbin. Mentor has a long FDA-approval history and extensive long-term clinical data. Motiva features SilkSurface texturing and high-cohesivity internal gel — known for natural feel and movement. Sebbin (French manufacture) offers a wide range of shapes and surface options. The right implant depends on chest-wall structure, soft-tissue thickness, lifestyle, and the silhouette you want — discuss thoroughly with the surgical team during consultation.
Here 'at the same time' means whether implant removal and re-insertion happen in a single surgical session — not whether one side is primary and the other revision. It varies by case: contracture, bottoming-out, and malposition revisions are commonly performed as a single-session removal + re-insertion. However, when active inflammation is present or tissue condition is poor, a two-stage approach is safer.
Daily-life return: typically 3–7 days after surgery. Light exercise: 2–4 weeks. Heavy lifting and intense exercise: 6–8 weeks. Timelines vary by incision method (trans-axillary / inframammary / periareolar), implant type, and individual recovery. Umnagumo provides scheduled follow-ups at day 7, month 1, month 3, month 6, and 1 year, along with massage and band-wearing guidance and a scar-care program.
The trans-axillary scar follows a natural skin fold, so it tends to look like part of the fold over time. Initially it appears as a red line that fades over 6–12 months. After about a year, it is generally hard to see without close inspection. The final appearance depends on individual skin type and post-op care (scar gel, sun protection, pressure management).
Capsular contracture is abnormal thickening of the capsule around the implant, causing firmness. Bottoming-out is implant descent below the natural breast crease. Prevention requires (1) appropriate implant size, (2) precise pocket dissection at the correct plane (submuscular or subfascial), (3) a sterile surgical environment, and (4) strict adherence to the post-op massage and band-wearing schedule. Umnagumo provides a stepwise post-op care program covering each milestone.
Consultation flow: (1) chest examination and photography, (2) explanation of implant brand / size / incision options, (3) pre- and post-op care guidance, (4) cost breakdown. Available weekdays 10:00–18:30 and Saturdays 10:00–16:00 (closed Sundays and public holidays). Bookings via English phone line (+82-10-3116-5545) or WhatsApp (wa.me/821031165545).
Revision cost varies widely case to case because difficulty and operative complexity vary widely. Simple implant exchange, capsulectomy + autologous reinforcement, and contracture correction with multi-step revision all fall under "revision" but represent very different operative scopes. Exact pricing is provided after the in-person assessment during consultation.
Yes. Consultations are conducted in English directly with Dr. Soonchan Eom. Remote consultations are available via WhatsApp; in-person consultations are bookable via phone or messaging.
