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02 — BANAL Signature Treatments
Not one standard, but tailored to you.We do not insist on a single surgery. From hair transplant to forehead reduction, we find the method that fits your condition and wishes together.
Hairline Design
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Not a line,
but designing your impression.
Hair you wanted to tie or sweep aside. Starting from your wish, we design a hairline that harmonizes hair thickness, direction, and density.
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Hair Transplant
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More than filling in,
restoring the flow.
Rather than which method is better in general, we consider which method is better for you. We explain the advantages and disadvantages of strip and punch methods and find the approach that fits your scalp and hair condition.
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Forehead Reduction
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A few millimeters of change,
a considered balance.
Forehead height, facial balance, and scalp elasticity. Based on thorough diagnosis, we explain the safe lowering range and a scar management plan.
Learn MoreClinical expertise with empathy
03 / Our Medical TeamThree board-certified physicians, each with 13 years or more of experience in hair transplantation. From design, taping, anesthesia, harvesting, and implantation to final finishing, a single operating surgeon takes full responsibility, working together with a surgical and graft-dissection team that has built close coordination over many years.
Meet the Doctors
PARK SUHO
Plastic Surgery Specialist · Chief Director
“The most important thing is what the patient wants. If we only do what the doctor wants, eventually a second surgery will be necessary.”
SHIN SEUNGKYU
Plastic Surgery Specialist · Chief Director
“From the first surgery, the order and method should be determined well. If the order is reversed, you may miss the best result.”
KIM NARAE
Family Medicine Specialist · Chief Director
“We value natural beauty and facial harmony. We look at compatibility first for each individual.”
The BANAL Journal
04 / Thoughts from the ClinicKnowing more helps you start choosing what suits you best.
View AllMaking the line invisible rather than drawing a perfect line. BANAL's perspective on naturalness.
Thousands of decisions, made during the course of a single procedure. Why we believe the judgment and responsibility of the physician chosen by the patient should be carried through from beginning to end.
Strip vs punch, hair transplant vs forehead reduction. Why we do not insist on a single answer.
It begins where a physician's good design and a patient's desired design meet.
BANAL / Full of everyday life
Full hair, moving freely in the breeze. The everyday freedom of having nothing to hide.
01 / Her freedom
02 / His freedom
AI-generated brand concept film. Not an actual patient or a treatment result.
Not a different you, but more of who you are.
Days you want to tie your hair. Moments you wish you could sweep your bangs aside. Walking without worrying when the wind blows. The change we envision goes beyond a few millimeters in the mirror — it is in your day.
BANAL PhilosophyBANAL Plastic Surgery
At BANAL, we place importance on kind and attentive support from reception through to the operating room. Our medical staff who listen carefully, together with a team that has worked closely with them for a long time, strive to help you feel at ease and build trust throughout your course of care.
01 / Your real questions, not search keywords
Questions and explanations from BANAL’s clinical notes. Not live AI consultation or a personal diagnosis.
Yes. We consider your usual ways of tying or sweeping hair and which areas are exposed in the consultation.
Read the story in fullThere is no single always‑better method. We decide by evaluating occipital donor condition, graft needs, scar preference, and prior surgeries.
Read the story in fullForehead reduction involves an incision and will leave a scar. We plan to minimize visibility through incision location, tension control, suturing, and aftercare.
Read the story in fullNot necessarily. Identify the cause and consider non‑surgical options like medication first.
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08 / Follow your questions through
Choose a topic to explore related notes. This is reading navigation, not diagnosis or treatment advice.
For areas like the crown where hair loss is progressing, we can first assess the suitability and likely response to medication. We look not only at where to add hair but also at the hair to be preserved.
Before choosing FUT or FUE, there are things to examine first: scalp elasticity, donor hair density, previous surgery and everyday habits. We explain why one method is not the right answer for everyone.
Read the story in fullAt first the goal was simply to look better, but later the wish becomes only that the surgery not be noticeable. Revision surgery listens to that wish, identifies the causes of awkwardness, and rediscovers remaining options.
Read the story in fullTreating the crown is not just about filling a bare spot. From the start you must plan together: which hairs to preserve with medication, the limited donor resource in the occipital area, the cowlick’s directional flow, and the risk of concomitant shedding.
Read the story in fullThe areas that show when lowering bangs, revealing the forehead, or tying hair back are different. We consider not only height but also the M-shape, temples, and sideburns together.
When you wear your bangs down versus tying your hair up, different areas become noticeable. We don’t just consider proportions; we ask about your usual style, the looks you want to try, and the limits of expression.
Read the story in fullWhen drawing a hairline you start with a line, but naturalness comes from making that line invisible. This is about thousands of small choices: thickness and density, angles and directions.
Read the story in fullA doctor’s standards and a patient’s wishes do not always match. We first listen to why you want a particular shape, then find a design together within what is feasible—BANAL’s way of thinking.
Read the story in fullWe assess density revealed by parting, the M-shape and sides, and scalp elasticity and thickness to distinguish the roles of forehead reduction and hair transplantation.
Editorial summary: A forehead that needs to be reduced in height is different from a forehead where the M-shape or the temples need filling. We distinguish the roles of the two procedures by examining scalp elasticity, density, and how the parting looks. Brand: BANAL.
Read the story in fullEditorial summary: Scarring is not just a matter of how you suture. From scalp assessment to the incision line, relaxation of the galea, fixation, and layered suturing — we explain step by step the processes we inspect to reduce the tension placed on the skin. Brand: BANAL.
Read the story in fullEditorial summary: Sensory changes, red scars, the foreign-body feeling of fixation devices, and concurrent shedding of surrounding hairs. We want you to be fully informed not only about the improved appearance but also about the time it takes to get there before you decide. Brand: BANAL.
Read the story in fullAppropriate treatment differs according to cause and stage of hair loss, pregnancy or breastfeeding status, diseases, and medications. Do not start or stop medications arbitrarily.
Editorial summary: New and expensive treatments do not always need to come first. We prioritize preserving hairs that can be maintained with medication first, and then consider adding other treatments and surgery if necessary. Brand: BANAL.
Read the story in fullEditorial summary: While not ignoring the possibilities of hair-loss treatment, we do not exaggerate effects. We speak candidly about where scalp therapies sit between medication and surgery. Brand: BANAL.
Read the story in fullEditorial summary: With every new drug and device there are expectations and questions. BANAL’s attitude is to review the evidence without rushing in just because something is trendy, and without dismissing it simply because it is unfamiliar. Brand: BANAL.
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In our doctors’ own words
Why we do not choose a method first. Why we learn again from the patient's words. Why sometimes we cannot easily recommend treatment. The director's own writing reflects what BANAL as a clinic is.
A difference of a few millimeters to a doctor can be a big difference for someone who ties their hair every day.
At first, patients' requests may sound unfamiliar. But if we listen a little more, each request contains a reason they have been uncomfortable for a long time. There is the place they noticed every morning when looking in the mirror, the area they covered with hair whenever taking photos, the reason they had to always part their hair in the same direction for life.
So we first try to understand why the patient wants that design. Once we know the reason we empathize, and if we empathize the design changes.
Read this story separatelyYou have less to work with than in the first surgery, and more that must be done.
The goal of revision surgery does not always have to be a perfect hairline. It can be reducing morning styling time, worrying less when the wind blows, being able to tie or sweep back the hair without fearing others will notice an odd hairline. I like revision surgery because it can return those ordinary daily things to people.
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Quoted source text: "Rather than special treatments, the necessary treatments come first."
A clinic can offer many treatments. But offering something doesn't mean every available treatment should be done. First protect what you have with medication, add one more treatment if what's done is insufficient, and consider surgery for areas that require it. Prioritize necessary treatments over special ones. Prioritize treatments you should have over those you could have.
This is generally the order in which we start hair loss treatment.
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The texture of natural hair
A close look at the texture of hair. Not actual anatomy or a treatment result.
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Stories beyond the hairline
Ask this in consultation
What changes and difficulties occur when the desired height is lowered?
Can you also consider the sides that are exposed when I tie my hair back?
Are there styles that are difficult to create because of the direction of my existing hair?
Given my hair thickness, what range of naturalness can I expect?
06 / The design of natural‑looking results
A conceptual overlay of four design criteria. Not actual anatomy or a prediction of surgical results.
Educational schematic explaining the frontal and lateral hairline, hair direction, and boundaries
The lower you set it, the more it moves away from your existing hair and you must create a new border using only the transplanted hair. Even lowering the line by the same amount can look different depending on hair conditions. Once a lowered line is raised again it is difficult, so consider whether this is the look you want now and in the future.
When you tie your hair back or tuck it behind your ears, not only the front but also the temples and sideburns are revealed. Small empty spaces can appear differently depending on the hairstyle. We evaluate the sides by looking at the low angles that follow the facial contour and the flow of the hair.
Whether to lay a single hair a bit flatter, or how to match the direction with adjacent hairs, changes the flow. Cowlick correction is not just about increasing the number of grafts; it considers how the existing hair and the new hair will blend.
Fine hairs at the front, density at the back, and small irregularities together create a natural border. It is not decided by fullness alone. Thick hairs and a lack of fine baby hairs can be limits to what can be expressed.
This is not a test that decides the correct answer for you. It's a space to compare methods, see the reasons behind design choices, and prepare questions to discuss in consultation.
Explore for yourself03 / Two methods, different considerations
Incisional and non-incisional techniques are complementary like a scalpel and scissors. First select a comparison topic to see how the two approaches view things differently.
Scalp tissue from the occipital (back) area is harvested and individual follicles are then dissected. A linear scar may remain, so scalp elasticity and hairstyles that could reveal the scar should be considered together.
Follicular units are harvested with small punches. The term "non-incisional" does not mean there are no scars. Point-like scars and changes in donor density after harvesting should be taken into account.
We check scalp elasticity and the amount of tissue that can be harvested. If occipital volume is considered important, the strip method may be reviewed, but scars and prior surgeries must also be evaluated.
Because follicles are taken individually, their distribution and the density to be preserved must be reviewed. We avoid excessive harvesting and consider future hair loss and the possibility of additional surgeries.
A history of multiple strip procedures or poor elasticity can limit options. Prior strip scars and tissue condition must be assessed.
If multiple prior FUEs have reduced donor resources, other methods should be considered alongside. The choice made for the first surgery can affect later choices.
If long periods spent face down are difficult or cost is an important factor, discuss this during consultation. Discomfort at the incision site and post-op care plans should be explained individually.
This may be considered if there is significant concern about a linear scar or a strong fear of incisions. We cannot guarantee that there will be no pain or that you can immediately return to daily activities.
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No filter.03 — The BANAL Promise
Not recommending unnecessary surgery. Being honest about what is possible and what is difficult. We aim to be a clinic that practices these basic principles every day.
Incisional, non-incisional, forehead reduction, hair loss treatment. We recommend the treatment that best fits each person's situation. Just because many treatments are available does not mean all of them must be done.
Honest communication, transparent pricing, accurate graft counts. From design, preparatory taping, and anesthesia through harvesting, implantation, and final finishing, one operating surgeon takes direct responsibility. Our staff members should be able to explain to patients, with the same confidence, exactly what the physician has explained.
First we listen carefully to what is uncomfortable and what the patient wants, and then we work together to find a method based on the practitioner's experience and knowledge. What the doctor thinks is a good design and what the patient wants may not be the same.
04 / Care continues over time
When considering hair transplantation and forehead reduction, review the steps you should check. Recovery timelines vary depending on the surgical method and individual condition.
We first share what is currently bothering you, what hairstyles you usually wear, and what styles you want to try. Reference photos only help the conversation and are not a guarantee of identical results.
We check scalp elasticity and thickness, hair thickness and density, and remaining occipital donor resources. Before deciding on surgery, we explain whether medication should be tried first and what roles hair transplantation and forehead reduction would each play.
We look at height, sides, and preferred hairstyles together. If a forehead reduction incision overlaps an M-shaped area, we consider transplantation after recovery, and depending on conditions we can discuss temples and sideburns together.
The surgeon and surgical team share the plan. After surgery, you should receive explanations and contact methods regarding wound care, swelling, pain, and sensory changes. Even transplanting long hair requires recovery and care.
Temporary thinning may occur due to shedding of transplanted hair or concurrent loss of existing hair. After forehead reduction there may be red scars, sensory changes, or the foreign-body sensation of fixation devices. Timing, degree, and recovery vary by person.
We do not judge the final result based only on the immediate postoperative appearance. We observe hair growth and scarring together and discuss further treatments if needed. Management of hair loss in existing, non-transplanted hair may also be required separately.
A quiet, private time just for you
Windows looking out over a park, an appointment system that does not allow overbooking, and consultation, treatment, surgery, and recovery areas separated by floor. BANAL HOUSE is designed to reduce waiting and unplanned encounters with other patients.
Visit us at BANAL House05 / The clinical principles we stand by
Not recommending unnecessary surgery. Being honest about what is possible and what is difficult. We aim to be a clinic that practices these basic principles every day.
Incisional, non-incisional, forehead reduction, hair loss treatment. We recommend the treatment that best fits each person's situation. Just because many treatments are available does not mean all of them must be done.
Read every principleHonest communication, transparent pricing, accurate graft counts. From design, preparatory taping, and anesthesia through harvesting, implantation, and final finishing, one operating surgeon takes direct responsibility. Our staff members should be able to explain to patients, with the same confidence, exactly what the physician has explained.
Read every principleFirst we listen carefully to what is uncomfortable and what the patient wants, and then we work together to find a method based on the practitioner's experience and knowledge. What the doctor thinks is a good design and what the patient wants may not be the same.
Read every principleWe do not overbook. We allow ample time for each individual consultation or treatment and operate our schedule so that you can move to the designated treatment space at your reserved time. Some waiting may occur depending on the clinical situation.
Read every principleInstead of telling you that costs are only disclosed after consultation, instead of applying discounts that vary from person to person, we offer everyone accurate and transparent information about fees. We distinguish between graft counts and follicular unit counts, and we clearly explain the surgical area and what is included.
Read every principleAlthough these are more difficult and demanding procedures, we place great value on the reward of seeing an improved appearance. We do not charge an additional fee simply because the procedure is a revision from another clinic or a scar-related surgery. This does not mean that the surgery itself is free, and the basic fees according to surgical method and scope are explained separately.
Read every principle07 / Clinical Notes Collection
Swipe through the clinical notes. Images are clinic-provided brand materials, not patient treatment results.
Hairline Design
When you wear your bangs down versus tying your hair up, different areas become noticeable. We don’t just consider proportions; we ask about your usual style, the looks you want to try, and the limits of expression.
Read the story in fullHair Transplant
At first the goal was simply to look better, but later the wish becomes only that the surgery not be noticeable. Revision surgery listens to that wish, identifies the causes of awkwardness, and rediscovers remaining options.
Read the story in fullForehead Reduction
Editorial summary: Scarring is not just a matter of how you suture. From scalp assessment to the incision line, relaxation of the galea, fixation, and layered suturing — we explain step by step the processes we inspect to reduce the tension placed on the skin. Brand: BANAL.
Read the story in fullHair Loss Care
Editorial summary: New and expensive treatments do not always need to come first. We prioritize preserving hairs that can be maintained with medication first, and then consider adding other treatments and surgery if necessary. Brand: BANAL.
Read the story in fullHair Transplant
When you want a change but hesitate because you worry the surgery will be obvious. Long‑hair transplantation is an option that considers not only the result but also your mental comfort from the moment after surgery through recovery.
Read the story in fullHairline Design
A doctor’s standards and a patient’s wishes do not always match. We first listen to why you want a particular shape, then find a design together within what is feasible—BANAL’s way of thinking.
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Beyond a slogan, the full story of our care.
Some things cannot be explained in a few lines of advertising copy. Reasons for choosing a method, small differences in design, decisions not to operate, and the mindset of waiting for recovery. Read BANAL's manuscripts by topic.
At first the goal was simply to look better, but later the wish becomes only that the surgery not be noticeable. Revision surgery listens to that wish, identifies the causes of awkwardness, and rediscovers remaining options.
Read the story in fullWhen you wear your bangs down versus tying your hair up, different areas become noticeable. We don’t just consider proportions; we ask about your usual style, the looks you want to try, and the limits of expression.
Read the story in fullWhen drawing a hairline you start with a line, but naturalness comes from making that line invisible. This is about thousands of small choices: thickness and density, angles and directions.
Read the story in fullEditorial summary: Scarring is not just a matter of how you suture. From scalp assessment to the incision line, relaxation of the galea, fixation, and layered suturing — we explain step by step the processes we inspect to reduce the tension placed on the skin. Brand: BANAL.
Read the story in fullEditorial summary: Sensory changes, red scars, the foreign-body feeling of fixation devices, and concurrent shedding of surrounding hairs. We want you to be fully informed not only about the improved appearance but also about the time it takes to get there before you decide. Brand: BANAL.
Read the story in fullEditorial summary: New and expensive treatments do not always need to come first. We prioritize preserving hairs that can be maintained with medication first, and then consider adding other treatments and surgery if necessary. Brand: BANAL.
Read the story in fullPrepare details of the change you want, current medications, and past surgeries or medical history. Photos of your usual hairstyle or past photos can help.
No. Take time to understand expected changes, limitations, risks, and costs before deciding.
At BANAL, the operating surgeon is responsible from design to completion. Confirm the assigned surgeon and surgical scope during consultation.
Duration varies by method, scope, graft count, and past surgical history. We provide an individualized estimate after consultation.
Your next chapter
From the hair style you want to your long‑standing concerns and small questions. We will take time and talk with you without rushing.
