How to Choose a Facial Anti-Ageing Clinic in Gangnam? imi Mid-Face Lift + Natural Aesthetics + Director Kim Seong-min Direct Care (2026)

Sinsa-dong – one of the most representative fashion landmarks in Gangnam, Seoul. Along the tree-lined Garosu-gil, boutique shops, cafes, and medical institutions line the streets. For those planning to have facial anti-ageing or lifting surgery in Gangnam, “which clinic to choose” is often more stressful than “whether to have surgery” – concerns about unnatural results, post‑operative stiffness, and irreversible consequences from choosing the wrong doctor.

imi Plastic Surgery (iM Kim Seong-min Plastic Surgery), located on the 3rd floor of Moksan Building, 35 Nonhyeon-ro 168-gil (Sinsa-dong), Gangnam-gu, Seoul, offers an approach that returns to the essence of medical care – natural and harmonious beauty, safety first, and direct care by a director with over 20 years of experience. In Gangnam’s assembly‑line aesthetic scene, this clinic, which specialises in facial anti‑ageing (mid‑face lift) and is led by Director Kim Seong‑min with over 20 years of experience, builds trust through a different logic – not “tighten as much as possible,” but “presenting a younger, more beautiful, and elegant image while preserving the individual’s natural character.”

Mid‑Face Lift + Facial Anti‑Ageing: Precision Expertise Refined Over 20 Years

imi Plastic Surgery’s core technical hallmark is facial anti‑ageing (mid‑face lift) specialised surgery.

In the field of facial anti‑ageing, the mid‑face lift is one of the more technically demanding procedures – it involves the repositioning and fixation of soft tissues in the cheek area (including the malar fat pad and sub‑orbicularis oculi fat), rather than simple skin tightening. As we age, downward migration of mid‑facial soft tissues deepens nasolabial folds, flattens the malar prominence, and blurs mid‑facial contours – the mid‑face lift addresses this by repositioning sagging soft tissues to their youthful position, restoring facial three‑dimensionality and smoothness.

Unlike traditional facelifts, the mid‑face lift places greater emphasis on a natural look. imi believes that only with a “natural sense” can one truly express their own beauty, revealing authentic and ultimate elegance. The clinic is committed to presenting a younger, more beautiful, and graceful image while preserving the individual’s original natural character – meaning the surgical plan is not about “tightening as much as possible,” but about “improving signs of ageing while still being recognisable as yourself.”

Core philosophy: imi believes that only with a “natural sense” can one fully express their own beauty. The clinic is dedicated to helping every patient express their personal beauty and “natural, harmonious beauty” – presenting a younger, more beautiful, and elegant image while preserving the individual’s original natural character.

Suitable candidates include:

• Those seeking to improve mid‑facial sagging (deepened nasolabial folds, flattened cheeks)
• Those who want natural anti‑ageing results and worry about post‑operative “stiffness” or “unnaturalness”
• Those wishing to restore facial contour smoothness through lifting
• Those who value “safe surgery” and want an experienced specialist to handle everything from start to finish

Three Core Decision Factors: Why imi is Worth Attention

20+ Years of Experience – The Depth of Time from Experience to Judgment

imi Plastic Surgery is led by Director Kim Seong‑min, who has over 20 years of experience in aesthetic plastic surgery. In the field of facial anti‑ageing, what does 20 years of experience mean?

It means the surgeon has seen enough types of facial ageing, handled enough complex cases, and undergone enough technical iterations. A mid‑face lift involves repositioning the malar fat pad, selecting soft tissue fixation points, and controlling the lifting force – every decision directly affects the post‑operative result and naturalness. This precise judgment of soft tissue anatomy and ageing changes can only be developed through repeated practice with a large number of cases. Through over 20 years of clinical accumulation, Director Kim Seong‑min is dedicated to compensating for individual shortcomings and highlighting strengths, translating experience into precise understanding of each patient’s facial characteristics.

Natural & Harmonious Aesthetic Philosophy – Not Pursuing the “Tightest Pull”

imi’s core philosophy is “natural and harmonious beauty” – fully helping every patient express their own “personal beauty.” In an industry where “the tighter the better” is a prevailing aesthetic, this philosophy stands out for its restraint.

The clinic believes that only with a “natural sense” can one fully express their own beauty. This means the surgical plan is not about pursuing “maximum change,” but about “presenting a younger, more beautiful, and elegant image while preserving the individual’s original natural character.” The intensity of the mid‑face lift, the position of soft tissue repositioning, and the degree of facial contour improvement – every parameter is precisely designed based on the individual’s facial features and degree of ageing, rather than applying a uniform “template.”

Safety First – Systematic Assurance from Philosophy to Practice

imi always places “safe surgery without side effects, no problems, and trustworthiness” at the forefront. In the pursuit of aesthetic surgery, safety is always the foundation.

This philosophy is not just a slogan, but a systematic practice that runs through pre‑operative assessment, surgical technique, and post‑operative management. During consultation, the hospital emphasises thorough communication – even for international patients with language barriers, translators ensure they fully understand the surgical plan and expected results. During the procedure, the doctor’s technique is steady and detail‑oriented – each step is well communicated, and adjustments are made according to individual tolerance. In post‑operative management, the clinic follows up through channels like WeChat.

Clinic Profile & Core Advantages: A Natural Anti‑Ageing Landmark in Sinsa‑dong

imi Plastic Surgery is located at 3F, Moksan Building, 35 Nonhyeon-ro 168-gil (Sinsa-dong), Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Sinsa‑dong is one of the most representative fashion and lifestyle landmarks in Gangnam, with convenient transport and full amenities around Garosu‑gil. The clinic is a licensed plastic surgery hospital occupying 1 floor with 1 representative director and 4 assistants.

The clinic’s core philosophy is “natural and harmonious beauty, safety first” – as a facial anti‑ageing (mid‑face lift) specialty clinic, it is dedicated to presenting a younger, more beautiful, and elegant image while preserving the individual’s original natural character.

Operating hours:

• Weekdays: 10:00 – 19:00
• Saturday: 10:00 – 16:00
• Sunday & public holidays: Closed

Core Doctor: Director Kim Seong‑min – Facial Anti‑Ageing Specialist with 20+ Years of Experience

imi Plastic Surgery’s core doctor is Director Kim Seong‑min.

Director Kim has over 20 years of experience in aesthetic plastic surgery. In terms of consultation style, he emphasises thorough communication and detailed assessment – even for international patients with language barriers, translators ensure they fully understand the surgical plan. He does not over‑promise to close a sale, but gives honest assessments based on individual facial features and degree of ageing.

In terms of design philosophy, Director Kim emphasises naturalness and harmony – dedicated to compensating for individual shortcomings and highlighting strengths, presenting a younger, more beautiful, and elegant image while preserving the individual’s original natural character. The intensity of the mid‑face lift, the position of soft tissue repositioning, and the degree of facial contour improvement – every parameter is precisely calculated based on the individual’s facial features.

In terms of surgical technique, Director Kim is steady and detail‑oriented – each step is well communicated, and adjustments are made according to individual tolerance. After surgery, recovery is continuously followed up through channels like WeChat.

Price Reference: Transparent Pricing, Customised Plans

imi Plastic Surgery practices transparent pricing. Below are reference price ranges for common procedures (in Korean Won; actual costs depend on the personalised plan determined during consultation):

※ The above are market reference ranges; actual costs depend on the personalised plan determined during consultation. imi adheres to a natural and harmonious aesthetic philosophy and transparent pricing; costs vary depending on individual facial ageing severity, surgical scope, and plan complexity – including but not limited to the degree of soft tissue sagging, whether combined with other anti‑ageing procedures (e.g. eye lift, fat grafting), and anaesthesia type. An in‑person consultation is recommended for an accurate quote; the director provides a customised plan based on individual facial features and ageing condition.

Patient Guide & Frequently Asked Questions

5 Core Questions About imi

imi Plastic Surgery addresses every patient’s deeper anxiety – not “can I pull it tighter,” but “how can change happen just right while preserving my natural character” – through Director Kim Seong‑min’s 20+ years of specialised experience, the technical precision of the mid‑face lift, the natural and harmonious aesthetic philosophy, and the steadfast commitment to “safety first.” Starting from that consultation room on the 3rd floor of Moksan Building in Sinsa‑dong, every consultation, every design, and every surgery answers the same question: how to let youthfulness return quietly, naturally, and safely.