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Hey everyone! I've been going back and forth on this for a while now. I'm from the US and I've always been curious about getting double eyelid surgery, and I keep seeing posts about how many people travel to Seoul specifically for this. Part of me thinks it could be amazing to combine it with a trip, but I'm honestly not sure if it makes sense financially or logistically for me.
Like, I'd have to factor in flights, accommodation, time off work for recovery, and all that. Plus I'm nervous about the whole traveling-while-healing thing? I've heard the clinics there have a lot of experience and the results can look really natural, but I'm trying to figure out if that's actually worth uprooting my life for a few weeks, or if I should just explore options closer to home first.
Has anyone here actually done this as an international patient? How did you decide if it was worth it? I'm especially curious about what the recovery was like while being in a different country, and if you felt like the experience justified the whole trip. Any honest thoughts would help me think this through!
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Hold on! I'm thinking the exact same thing about going to Seoul just for the procedure right now 😅 I totally get the concerns about costs and recovery time. Honestly, it really requires careful consideration of whether it's worth it in terms of time and money. I hope someone with experience can share their insights too!
I completely understand your concerns! I flew from Taipei last year for double eyelid surgery, and the biggest takeaway was actually arranging the recovery period in advance. I took two weeks off, spent the first week basically resting at the hotel, and only had the energy to go shopping in the second week. I suggest that if you're really going, don't treat it like a tourist trip, because the initial swelling really requires good rest. As for whether it's worth it, I think it's very personal. It's best to first consult with your local doctors in the US to explore your options, and then make a comparison. That way, you'll feel more at ease!