Dr. Daehee Han, Board-Certified Surgeon

Dr. Daehee Han: Credentials at a Glance

Who. Dr. Daehee Han is a board-certified plastic surgeon (Specialist No. 2045) and the director of EDITION Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, Seoul.

Consultation, surgery, and aftercare are handled personally for each patient, with no delegated surgery. — EDITION Plastic Surgery

Dr. Daehee Han (Director)

Director of EDITION Plastic Surgery. Board-Certified Plastic Surgery Specialist (Specialist License 2045; Medical License 100394). 18 years of clinical experience, 13 of them as a board-certified specialist. Ajou University College of Medicine (M.S.). Focus: revision rhinoplasty, rib cartilage rhinoplasty, and eye surgery.

Licenses and Certifications

  • Medical License 100394 (issued 2009.02.26)
  • Board Certification in Plastic Surgery — Specialist License 2045 (issued 2014.03.03)

Education

  • Master's Degree, Ajou University College of Medicine

Career

  • Fellowship, Chang Gung Craniofacial Center (Taiwan)
  • Plastic surgery fellowship, University of Florida (USA)
  • Director, EDITION Plastic Surgery

Academic Activities

  • Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (Full Member)
  • Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (Full Member)
  • Korean Society of Microsurgery (Full Member)
  • Korean Plastic Surgery Practitioners Association (Full Member)
  • KSPRS Oculoplastic Surgery Research Group
  • KSPRS Rhinoplasty Research Group

Treatments

Primary Rhinoplasty, Revision Rhinoplasty, Autologous Costal Cartilage Rhinoplasty, Male Rhinoplasty, Functional Rhinoplasty, Eye Surgery, Revision eye surgery, Ultherapy, Thermage FLX, Skin Booster

Treatment Philosophy

A board-certified plastic surgeon, from consultation through surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

I'm not satisfied with my nose. Is revision surgery possible?

Yes, it is possible. Because revision surgery is performed on tissue already altered by a previous operation, we first use precise 3D CT analysis to understand the current internal structure of your nose, and then build the surgical plan. At Edition, revision cases account for 82% of consultations (based on consultation statistics from January to December 2025).

Won't implants look obvious? Can it look natural?

EDITION mainly performs revision rhinoplasty using autologous rib cartilage. By using your own rib cartilage instead of silicone implants to naturally reconstruct the nasal tip and bridge, we achieve natural results that are undetectable even by touch.

How much does the surgery cost approximately?

Surgical cost varies with individual nose condition, extent of surgery, and materials used. The exact cost is explained through a 1:1 consultation after 3D CT scanning. If you book a consultation, we will inform you of the cost after the exam.

How much recovery time is needed? I'm worried as a working professional.

Generally, stitches can be removed 5-7 days after surgery, and swelling subsides over 2-3 weeks. Most working professionals return to daily life 7-10 days after surgery. Individual recovery varies, so we provide detailed guidance during consultation.

I've consulted at another clinic. Do I need another consultation here?

Yes, at Edition we analyze the internal nasal structure based on 3D CT. Since standards differ by clinic, consultation content may vary. We check your current condition with 3D CT and an in-person exam before explaining the plan. If you bring materials from another clinic's consultation, we can also give a comparative explanation.

Does the director personally perform the surgery?

Yes. Surgery is performed by Dr. Daehee Han, the chief director. Consultation, surgery, stitch removal and follow-up checks are all carried on by the same director.

How is post-operative follow-up managed?

We conduct regular post-operative follow-up checks. We monitor progress at stitch removal (5-7 days), 1 week, 2 weeks, 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months intervals. All follow-up checks are personally conducted by Director Daehee Han. Ongoing consultations via WhatsApp are also available.

What is the schedule for post-operative check-ups?

We conduct regular post-operative follow-up checks. We monitor progress at stitch removal (5-7 days), 1 week, 2 weeks, 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months intervals. All follow-up checks are personally conducted by Director Daehee Han. Ongoing consultations via WhatsApp are also available.

Is Dr. Daehee Han a board-certified plastic surgeon?

Yes, he is a board-certified plastic surgeon. He obtained his medical license in 2009 and became board-certified in plastic surgery in 2014, giving him 18 years of clinical experience and 13 years as a specialist as of 2026. He holds a master's degree from Ajou University School of Medicine and completed his plastic surgery residency at Ajou University Hospital.

What is the difference between a board-certified plastic surgeon and a general practitioner?

To become a board-certified plastic surgeon, one must obtain a medical license, complete an internship and plastic surgery residency, and pass the board certification exam. In other words, board certification indicates that the doctor has completed training in that specialty. Dr. Daehee Han obtained this certification in 2014 (Specialist Certificate No. 2045).

How can I confirm that the director I consult with actually performs the surgery?

During the consultation, you can ask directly for the name of the surgeon and who will oversee your post-operative follow-up, and check the surgeon listed on the surgical consent form. At Edition, Dr. Daehee Han handles medical and surgical consultations, the surgery, and follow-up care in one continuous process.

How many nose surgeries have you performed?

Dr. Daehee Han has performed more than 4,500 in total (based on medical records from 2017–2025). This is a cumulative figure that includes previous workplaces; Edition Plastic Surgery opened in 2023.

How was that number of surgeries counted?

This figure is compiled from medical records from 2017 to 2025, and it is a cumulative count covering Dr. Daehee Han's entire period of practice, not just one clinic. We state the counting period and basis together because the same number can mean something different if the criteria differ.

Does the doctor have overseas training experience?

He completed training at the Craniofacial Center of Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taiwan in 2013 and the IFAAS Mini Fellowship at the University of Florida in the United States in 2016.

Which academic societies are you a member of?

He is a full member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the Korean Society for Microsurgery, and the Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons, and is active in the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons' study groups on eye surgery, rhinoplasty, and anti-aging.

Has he published any papers?

3 papers related to rhinoplasty have been published in SCIE-indexed international journals.

What treatment does the director handle personally?

Dr. Daehee Han handles surgical care, including rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty, eye surgery, lifting (including thread lifts), and anti-aging facial surgery. Skin and petit procedures such as fillers, Botox, and skin boosters are handled by Dr. Jang Jaehoon, and approximate cost information is provided by our consultation manager.

Do you have experience with emergencies?

In 2014, Dr. Daehee Han served as a medical director for the emergency medical team at the 119 Comprehensive Disaster Prevention Center of the Fire Safety Headquarters.