Reviewed by the Medical Advisory Council Β· Edited by the editorial team Β· Updated Apr 15, 2026
AB Plastic Surgery is a clinic in Gangnam known for surgery across the whole face: rhinoplasty, including revision work on a nose operated on elsewhere, double-eyelid surgery, and facial contouring of the cheekbones, jaw and chin. Many of its patients have more than one area done in a single operation.
Reshapes the nose β bridge height, tip definition, nostril width, or some combination β usually with the patient's own cartilage, sometimes with implant material. Tip work is the most common request here, and the general direction is a balanced profile rather than a dramatic change.
Corrects a nose that was operated on before, whether the shape drifted as it healed, the line reads too straight or too high, or the tip lost definition. Revision is harder than a first operation because it works around scar tissue and whatever cartilage remains, so the surgeon needs to know what was done the first time.
Creates or defines an upper-eyelid crease so the eyes look larger and more awake. Both the non-incision (buried-suture) method for thinner lids with less downtime and full-incision surgery when there is more skin or fat to address. When the lid also sits low and the eye opens sleepily, it is combined with ptosis correction.
Reshapes the bones of the face β reducing prominent cheekbones, narrowing the angle of the jawbone, or shortening and reshaping the point of the chin. It is often done as a combination rather than one bone at a time, since the three areas set the outline of the face together. This is bone surgery, with a longer and more swollen recovery than eye or nose work.
Also offered at AB
Epicanthoplasty: Adjusts the inner corner of the eye so it looks wider and longer, often paired with double-eyelid surgery for a more open eye shape. Because it changes the eye's proportions, a conservative plan matters.Ptosis Correction: Tightens or repairs the muscle that lifts the upper eyelid, for eyes that look sleepy or half-closed because the lid sits low. It is often done together with double-eyelid surgery when both are contributing to a tired look.
Compare with similar clinics
AB isn't the only Gangnam clinic doing surgery across the face β here's how it compares.
β’ Concern before treatment:
My eyes looked stuffy because of the epicanthic folds (mongolian folds), and I was unhappy with my protruding cheekbones and asymmetrical face shape. Because of my job I take a lot of photos with the rear camera instead of selfies, so I end up seeing my own face constantly, and every time I did, I'd get this sinking feeling... I decided I couldn't go on like this, so I had revision eye surgery and contouring surgery done at AB Plastic Surgery.
β’ About the clinic:
When I visited AB Plastic Surgery, the staff were kind and the doctors were kind too, so my first impression of the clinic was really good! I had consultations with the doctors for each area, and they listened carefully to the direction I wanted and tried to accommodate it as much as possible, which built my trust in them. I was also most worried about side effects and the recovery period, and since they explained those parts step by step, I was able to go into the surgery feeling more at ease!!
β’ About the procedure:
Overall I tend to prefer a somewhat more dramatic look, so for my eyes I had incisional eye-shape correction, inner corner surgery (epicanthoplasty), and lower outer corner surgery (lateral canthoplasty). Overall my eyes became more defined, and with makeup they look even bigger and more dramatic, so they definitely photograph well too~! The contouring surgery also went well β my face got a lot smaller, and the angular areas were shaved down naturally, giving me a doll-like face shape! After the surgery I definitely feel more confident in front of the camera, and my photos come out better too, so I'm really happy.
β’ Additional thoughts:
There's no scarring left, and the swelling has gone down completely now, so I'm taking good care of it, occasionally getting lifting-type treatments as maintenance!!
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β 5.0GangnamUnni Β· 2026-06-19
π Translated from Japanese
Concern before treatment: I had a nose surgery before and liked it, but over time the tip started to droop. I had also been thinking about facial contour surgery since I was a child, but I was a little scared, so I tried a thread lift-type procedure instead. However, it didn't give me the effect I was hoping for;; I thought it might be a bit late, but I wanted to do it before turning 40, so I made a big decision.
About the clinic: The reason I chose AB Plastic Surgery was that while researching, I learned that Director Jo Dong-pil is well known for contour surgery. It's also a clinic known for nose surgery, and I had wanted to go for a consultation there for a while. The consultations with the directors were satisfying β they communicated thoroughly while coordinating their professional opinions, so I was able to decide on the surgery with peace of mind.
About the procedure: At first, as the initial swelling went down quite a bit, the jawline connected smoothly and the contour became well-defined. It changed naturally, not excessively, with no discomfort in daily life, and I've also been able to get massages comfortably. Recently, an acquaintance who wanted to get contour surgery asked me about the clinic and asked me to tell her if there were any aftereffects, but there were only advantages β there was really nothing to say on the downside. My only regret is that I wish I had done it earlier, in my 20s (lol) ;_;
Also, since my nose surgery was a revision, I was worried, but thanks to trusting the director and going through with the surgery, the line has stabilized and settled well. Not excessive and not unnatural β I think a natural nose line is the biggest advantage. Now my nose feels relaxed and I go about my daily life naturally.
Overall: I'm satisfied with the results to the point where I wish I had done it sooner. I recommend AB Plastic Surgery to any acquaintances who are considering surgery.
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β 5.0GangnamUnni Β· 2026-06-19
π Translated from Korean
β’ Concern before treatment:
I had rhinoplasty before and liked it, but over time the nose tip started to droop.
As for facial contouring, it's a procedure I'd been thinking about since I was young, but it seemed scary, so I did thread lifting instead, and I didn't get the effect I expected.
So I thought it was a bit late, but I wanted to try it before turning 40, so I made a big decision.
β’ Consultation experience:
The reason I chose AB Plastic Surgery is that Dr. Cho Dong-pil is already well known for contouring β I knew that from searching β and the clinic is also known for rhinoplasty, so I'd wanted to go for a consultation for a while. The directors' consultations were satisfying, and they communicated thoroughly while coordinating professional opinions with me, so I could decide on the surgery with peace of mind.
β’ Procedure results:
First, as the initial swelling went down a lot, my face shape changed β the jawline connected smoothly and the line became neat. It changed naturally without being excessive, and there's no discomfort at all in daily life; I can even massage the area comfortably.
Recently an acquaintance who wanted to get contouring surgery asked me about a clinic and asked me to tell them if there were any after-effects β there was really nothing to mention as a downside, only advantages. The only thing close to a regret is that I wish I'd done it a bit earlier, in my twenties.
As for the nose, since it was a revision surgery I was very worried, but because I trusted the director and went through with the surgery, the line settled stably, and the biggest advantage is that the nose line is natural, not excessive or unnatural.
Now I can blow my nose freely and live naturally.
β’ Additional comments:
I'm satisfied with the results to the point where I wonder why I didn't do it sooner, and I'm satisfied enough that I recommend AB Plastic Surgery to acquaintances around me who want to get surgery.
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β 5.0GangnamUnni Β· 2026-06-19
π Translated from Japanese
Here is the translation:
β’ Reason for choosing this
I was unhappy with my eyes looking tired because of the epicanthic folds, my prominent cheekbones, and the asymmetry of my face shape.
Because of my work, I take a lot of photos with the rear camera rather than selfies, so I have very many chances to see my own face.
Every time, it felt like I was being confronted with reality, and I felt I couldn't go on like this.
So I decided to have eye revision surgery and contouring surgery at AB Plastic Surgery.
β’ About the clinic
When I visited A.B. Plastic Surgery, the staff were kind and the directors were gentle too, so my first impression of the clinic was very good! I consulted with the director for each area, and since they listened carefully to what direction I wanted and tried to match it as much as possible, I came to trust them. I was most worried about side effects and the recovery period after surgery, and because they explained that carefully as well, I was able to go into the surgery with more peace of mind!!
β’ About the procedure
Overall I like a glamorous look.
First, for my eyes I had incisional ptosis correction, inner corner incision (epicanthoplasty), and outer corner incision (lateral canthoplasty).
When I put on makeup, my eye area looks more defined, my eyes look bigger and more glamorous, and I definitely photograph better now~!
The contouring surgery also went well β my face became quite a bit smaller, the angular parts were naturally shaved down, and I ended up with a doll-like face shape!
Since getting the surgery, I've gained confidence in front of the camera, and I'm very happy that my photos come out well.
β’ Overall impression
There are no scars left and the swelling has completely gone down, so
I'm taking good care of it, occasionally getting lifting treatments as well!!
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β 5.0GangnamUnni Β· 2026-06-16
π Translated from Japanese
β’ Reason for choosing this clinic
I had my first surgery, but my eyes still looked heavy and drooping. My nose has wide nostrils that take up half my face, and it's a bulbous nose, so I always felt I needed to get it done.
β’ About the clinic
The first time I visited AB Plastic Surgery, the front desk staff made eye contact and guided me kindly, so the atmosphere was good from the start. The clinic overall was clean and had a calm atmosphere. Both the eye and nose directors carefully checked the condition of my eyes and pointed out exactly the parts that needed work, without pushing unnecessary procedures, and explained things based on realistic outcomes, which I appreciated.
β’ About the procedure
Right after the surgery, the swelling didn't seem to go down easily, and I was very worried about whether I'd get the line and shape I wanted. But now I have absolutely nothing to worry about. The swelling has mostly gone down, and both my eyes and nose have settled into exactly the beauty I was hoping for. My eyes, which used to look droopy and tired, are now lively and clear. My wide, bulbous nose that used to take up half my face has changed into a slim, clean nose line, and since I also had nostril reduction done together, people now say that from the front all they notice is my nose, it's that clean. From the side, the surgery gave a natural line from the bridge to the tip, and from any angle the line really is beautiful.
β’ Overall impression
Looking back, I was anxious at first, but I really think time is the answer with plastic surgery. Right now I'm very satisfied with both my eyes and nose, and my confidence has grown a lot. Every day when I look in the mirror, all I can think is that I'm glad I had the surgery.
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β 5.0GangnamUnni Β· 2026-06-16
π Translated from Korean
β’ Concern before treatment:
I had already had eye surgery once before, but my eyes still looked stuffy/heavy, and the eye shape looked quite droopy too, so...
My nose takes up about half my face and has wide, flared nostrils (bulbous nose), so I'd always been thinking I should get it done.
β’ Consultation experience:
When I first visited AB Plastic Surgery, the front desk staff made eye contact and guided me kindly, so the atmosphere was good from the start!
The clinic overall had a clean and comfortable feel, and both the eye and nose directors checked the condition of my eyes in detail, pointed out exactly what was needed without pushing excessive procedures, and explained things based on realistic outcomes, which I liked.
β’ Procedure result:
Early on after the surgery, the swelling didn't seem to go down quickly, and I worried a lot that I might not get the line or shape I wanted, but now there's nothing to worry about at all β the swelling has almost completely gone down, and both my eyes and nose seem to have settled into the look I was going for.
My eyes, which used to look droopy and tired, are now lively and clear.
My bulbous nose, which used to take up half my face, has changed into a slender nose line, and with the nostril reduction done together, from the front now I don't hear people say "all I see is your nose" at all anymore β it's become nicely defined.
From the side, they made it natural from the nose bridge all the way down to the tip, so the line looks really pretty from any angle. β€οΈ
β’ Additional thoughts:
Looking back, I was impatient early on, but with plastic surgery, time really is the answer.
Right now I'm very satisfied with both my eyes and nose, and I've gained a lot of confidence β every time I look in the mirror I just think I made the right choice getting the surgery~!
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