TESTIMONIALS
Dr. Ki Yup Kim
Founder of the Liff Plastic Surgery, pioneer of the deep plane facelift, and recognized nationally and internationally as a leader in modern facial plastic surgery.
“Dr. kim is truly talented. he has the ability to look at your face and know just how to help you to look younger and more vibrant in the most natural way. he never ‘over does it’ and has such a warm and endearing bedside manner. he is one of a kind.”
-Hanna
Education & Certifications
Graduated from Kyung Hee University College of Medicine and obtained medical license in 2005.
Board-certified specialist in plastic surgery (specialist acquired in 2010).
Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Korean Society of Craniofacial Plastic Surgery
Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons
Special Clinical Interests
- mini-facelift,
- eyelid lift
- endoscopic browlift
- face and neck lift
Dr. Kim’s Philosophy: Aging Beautifully, Healing Quickly
Dr. Kim believes cosmetic surgery should enhance your natural features—not change them. his goal is to help you look like the best version of yourself, with results that are subtle, refined, and authentically you.
Committed to a smooth, rapid recovery, Dr. kim prepares each patient thoughtfully and uses precise, gentle techniques to reduce downtime and support a comfortable healing process from start to finish.
“Because anesthesia safety should never be outsourced.“
director of Anesthesia Department
Dr. Ji Sun Jeong
From induction to recovery, Dr. Ji-Sun Jung closely monitors you at every moment.
Board-Certified Anesthesiologist on Site
No Visiting / On-Call Anesthesiologist
One-to-One Dedicated Anesthesia Care
Real-Time Vital Monitoring
Do Korean plastic surgery clinics have anesthesiologists on site?
In many cases, anesthesiologists are not permanently on staff and are invited only on surgery days.
At LIFF Plastic Surgery, a board-certified anesthesiologist is always present — because patient safety comes first.
Best Choice
Dr. Kim’s Surgical Specialization in face lift
Dr. Kim’s expertise in facial plastic surgery comes from decades of focused experience. He has performed +5,000 Facelifts case. For starters, one must know that not all Plastic surgeons work on all areas of the body and face. Therefore, a facial plastic surgeon specializes in the facelift. That means that a facial plastic surgeon spends all of his time performing procedures in the region you are considering. When someone is specialized in a specific area, they will likely have seen a variety of nasal shapes, ethnicities, deviations, desires, and outcomes and have more experience in general.
Customized Approach
Dr. Kim believes in a personalized approach to plastic surgery, understanding that each patient’s goals and anatomy are unique. He tailors every procedure to the individual, ensuring the best possible outcomes. Whether it’s a complex facial reconstruction or a cosmetic enhancement, Dr. Kim’s meticulous attention to detail sets him apart.
