Medical team
Our Medical Team: Licensed Doctors and Safety Standards in Myeongdong
Every consultation and medical treatment at Dernia Clinic Myeongdong is carried out by licensed medical doctors. This page explains how our doctors assess your skin, how they plan your treatment, and the safety, product and hygiene standards they work to.
In short: At Dernia Clinic Myeongdong, licensed medical doctors carry out your English consultation, decide whether a treatment is suitable for you, and perform your medical treatments. They use genuine, sealed products you can inspect on request, follow strict hygiene and emergency protocols, and do not recommend treatment you do not need. Individual doctor profiles will be published before we open.
Who treats you
Licensed medical doctors, supported by a trained clinical team
At Dernia, your consultation, your treatment decisions and your medical treatments are handled by licensed medical doctors. That includes injections such as Botox , fillers and skin boosters , laser treatments, and energy-based lifting such as Ulthera Prime and Thermage FLX .
Our clinical team supports the doctors with skin cleansing, numbing cream, soothing masks and cooling, and walks you through your aftercare. The doctor decides what is done, at what dose or setting, and is responsible for your treatment from start to finish.
Consultations are held in English, so you can ask about risks, alternatives and costs directly instead of relying on a translation app.
A note on doctor profiles
Dernia is opening soon. Before we open, we will publish a profile for each of our doctors on this page, including their name, medical license, training and areas of focus. We are not listing names or credentials until they are final and verifiable, because you deserve accurate information about who will treat you. If you would like to know more in the meantime, ask when you send a consultation enquiry .
Assessment and planning
How our doctors assess your skin and plan treatment
- Your goals first. The doctor asks what bothers you, what you have tried before, and how you want to look afterward.
- Your medical history. Medications (including blood thinners and isotretinoin), allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, previous fillers, threads or surgery, cold sores, keloid scarring and implanted devices such as pacemakers.
- A skin and facial assessment. Skin type, pigment, redness, laxity, volume and facial balance are examined in good light. With your consent, clinical photos may be taken for your medical record.
- Your schedule. Arrival and departure dates, events, flights and how much visible downtime you can accept.
- A written plan. The recommended treatments, dose or shot count, number of sessions, realistic results, risks, aftercare and price in KRW, all before any treatment starts.
When there is more than one reasonable option, the doctor explains the trade-offs, for example between Thermage FLX and Ulthera Prime or between Botox and dermal filler , and lets you choose. Our list of questions to ask at your consultation can help you prepare.
Safety standards
How we keep treatment safe
Safety at Dernia is built into routine, not left to chance. These standards apply to every patient and every treatment.
Suitability checks
Pregnancy and breastfeeding, active skin infection, recent isotretinoin, bleeding disorders, blood thinners, pacemakers and a tendency to keloid scarring can change or rule out a treatment. See who should avoid or delay lifting treatments .
Conservative dosing
We start with measured doses of toxin and filler and build up only if needed. It is easier to add a little at a follow-up than to undo too much, and it keeps results looking natural.
Settings matched to your skin
Laser and energy settings are chosen for your skin type and concern. Deeper skin tones and melasma-prone skin need gentler, more gradual settings to lower the risk of post-inflammatory pigmentation.
Anatomy-aware injecting
Injection points and depths are planned around facial anatomy, with blunt cannulas used where they add safety. Our guide to filler brands used in Korea explains the products we may discuss with you.
Informed consent
Before treatment, the doctor explains the expected results, common side effects and rare risks, and you sign a consent form. You can ask questions at any point, and you can change your mind.
Follow-up after you leave
You leave knowing what is normal and how to reach us. If something does not look right, send us a message and photos, and a doctor will review them.
Product authenticity
Genuine, sealed products you can check
- Toxins, fillers and skin boosters are sourced from authorized suppliers and opened from sealed packaging.
- Ask, and we will show you the box, label, product name and expiry date before treatment.
- For toxins, we tell you which brand you are receiving, Korean or imported, and the number of units. See Korean toxin brands vs Allergan, Xeomin and Dysport .
- For device treatments, you can ask to see the treatment tip or cartridge and the shot or line count. Our guide to shots, lines and cc explains what those numbers mean.
Hygiene
Hygiene and infection control
- Single-use needles, cannulas and microneedling tips, opened fresh for each patient and never reused.
- Hand hygiene and fresh gloves for every procedure, with skin cleansed and disinfected before any injection or needling.
- Treatment beds, surfaces and device handpieces cleaned and disinfected between patients.
- Sharps and medical waste disposed of according to Korean medical waste rules.
Good hygiene continues at home. Clean hands, clean pillowcases and a pause on makeup for the time your doctor advises all reduce the risk of infection. See our aftercare guide .
Emergency readiness
Prepared for the rare event
Serious complications from non-surgical aesthetic treatments are uncommon, but a responsible clinic prepares for them anyway. In general terms, our readiness covers:
- Trained people. Doctors and clinical staff trained to recognize and respond to allergic reactions, fainting and other medical events.
- Emergency medication and equipment. Kept on site and checked regularly, including treatment for severe allergic reactions.
- Filler safety. Hyaluronidase, the enzyme that dissolves hyaluronic acid filler, kept available in case a blood-flow problem is suspected after filler.
- Clear escalation. Written protocols for referring or transferring a patient to hospital emergency care when needed.
After you leave, you should know what is normal and what is not. Our guide to normal side effects and when to contact us lists the warning signs that need prompt attention, such as severe or increasing pain, skin turning white, gray or dusky after filler, or changes in vision.
FAQ
Questions about our doctors and safety
More answers are in our patient FAQ , or read how a visit works from start to finish.
Who will perform my treatment?
A licensed medical doctor. The same doctor who assesses your skin and agrees your plan is responsible for your treatment. Our clinical team helps with preparation, numbing cream, soothing care and aftercare explanations.
Can I find out my doctor's name and qualifications?
Yes. We will publish a profile for each doctor on this page before we open, including their name, license and training. We will not list names or credentials until they are final and verifiable.
Is the consultation in English?
Yes. Consultations are held in English, so you can discuss your goals, risks, alternatives and costs directly. See Do you offer consultations in English?
Can I see the product before it is injected?
Yes. Ask, and we will show you the sealed box, label and expiry date before treatment. For device treatments, you can ask to see the tip or cartridge and the shot count.
Is Korean Botox safe?
Korean-made toxins are widely used in Korean clinics, and your doctor will tell you exactly which brand and how many units you are receiving. If you prefer an imported brand such as Botox (Allergan), Xeomin or Dysport, ask at your consultation. Read Is Korean Botox safe?
Will a doctor ever say no to a treatment?
Yes. If a treatment is unlikely to help, is unsafe for you right now, or would leave you with visible downtime on your flight home, your doctor will say so and suggest an alternative or a better time.
What if I have a problem after I fly home?
Message us with clear photos and a doctor will review them and advise you. For urgent symptoms such as trouble breathing, vision changes or skin turning white or dusky after filler, seek emergency care where you are first. See our aftercare page.
Talk to a doctor before you decide
Share your concerns, your medical history and your travel dates. A licensed doctor will tell you honestly what is likely to help, what it costs, and what is not worth doing.