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My FFS + Breast Augmentation Journey at Nana Plastic Surgery
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My FFS + Breast Augmentation Journey at Nana Plastic Surgery
WORTH IT
I’ve been lurking online for years and reading other people’s surgery stories at 2-3am when I couldn’t sleep, I would tell myself maybe one day I’ll write one of these too. I never thought I actually would… but here I am.
This is going to be long and personal, so thank you in advance if you read it all. I wanted to write this properly because posts like these were what helped me make my decision. I recently went to Korea for FFS and breast augmentation at Nana Plastic Surgery Hospital, and it honestly feels like one of the biggest, most emotional things I’ve ever done for myself.
A bit about me, I’ve had issues with my appearance for as long as I can remember. Even as a kid, I avoided mirrors and photos. I hated being in group pictures, hated FaceTime, hated seeing myself from angles I couldn’t control. On the outside, I was kind of fine? I worked, I socialized, I functioned. But internally I was constantly adjusting myself turning my head a certain way, covering parts of my face with hair, overdoing makeup and of course editing photos a lot before posting.
It’s exhausting living like that, even if people around you don’t notice. For a long time I told myself everyone is a bit insecure in their own ways and
surgery seemed extreme. But the truth is, the feeling never went away. It actually got heavier with time. It wasn’t just insecurity it felt like I wasn’t fully living as myself.
I researched clinics in the US, Thailand, and Korea for literally years. Korea kept standing out because of:
-natural looking results
-very advanced FFS techniques
-surgeons who care a lot about facial harmony
Nana kept coming up over and over. At first I was worried because it’s a big hospital, and I thought it might feel cold or rushed. But I liked that they have different specialists for face and body, they treat a lot of international patients, there are so many real reviews (not just influencers) It felt more like a real medical decision than a beauty trip. The consultation honestly surprised me in a good way. It wasn’t like someone trying to sell me everything. The surgeon was very calm and factual. He explained what parts of my face were bone vs soft tissue, what could realistically change and what shouldn’t be touched.
It felt very objective, almost clinical, but somehow that made me trust them more.
For FFS we talked about things like my forehead, jaw, chin, nose, overall balance.
For breasts we talked about size based on my frame, shape, how natural I wanted them to look.
For the first time, I felt like someone saw my face the way I see it in my head.
The night before surgery I barely slept. I wasn’t even scared of pain — I was just emotional. It felt like I was closing a chapter of my life that had been heavy for a very long time. Right before anesthesia, I remember thinking I hope I wake up and finally recognize myself. That thought still makes me emotional..
WOW. Recovery was hard. Like, genuinely hard.
The first week especially I felt:
-swollen
-bruised
-tight
-couldn’t smile properly
-barely recognized my own face
There were moments I looked in the mirror and thought why did I do this to myself?
Especially around days 4-7 when swelling peaks and you look like a completely different person in a bad way.
Emotionally, that part is rough because your face is your identity. Even if you logically know it’s temporary, it messes with your head.
The nurses and international staff were very supportive though. They kept explaining what stage I was in so I didn’t spiral too much.
Interestingly, the breast recovery was easier than the face. The face is harder psychologically. But around week 3–4, the swelling started going down and something just… clicked. I was washing my face one morning and suddenly thought wait… this actually feels like me.
Not in a dramatic Instagram way. Not perfect.. just aligned. Softer. More natural. More right.
I started noticing small things like I wasn’t avoiding mirrors anymore, I stopped adjusting my angles in photos, clothes fit differently on my body and I stood straighter. And the weirdest part? My brain felt quieter. I wasn’t constantly monitoring myself.
I’m still healing, but honestly my face looks natural. Nobody has guessed I had surgery unless I told them. People just say I look softer and more confident.
The biggest change isn’t even physical. ITS MENTAL.
I don’t think about my face all day anymore. I don’t feel like I’m performing my appearance.
And that mental peace is something I didn’t even realize I was missing.
Was it worth it?
Financially: expensive.
Physically: painful and uncomfortable.
Emotionally: it was a bit intense and scary.
But psychologically?
It gave me a level of peace I’ve never had before.
I didn’t become a new person.
I just stopped fighting myself.
Honest last opinions about NANA and my experience.
Overall, I’m really grateful I chose Nana.
Pros:
-very experienced surgeons
-feels like a real hospital, not a beauty factory
-strong international team
-natural aesthetic
Cons:
-big system (can feel overwhelming at first)
-recovery takes patience
-you really need to be mentally prepared for swelling
But I would choose them again.
This experience wasn’t about becoming prettier and more feminine.
It was about finally seeing on the outside what I’ve always felt on the inside.
For the first time in my life, I genuinely feel at home in my body. I'm so blessed.
Thank you for those who came this far!!! Love you all
This is going to be long and personal, so thank you in advance if you read it all. I wanted to write this properly because posts like these were what helped me make my decision. I recently went to Korea for FFS and breast augmentation at Nana Plastic Surgery Hospital, and it honestly feels like one of the biggest, most emotional things I’ve ever done for myself.
A bit about me, I’ve had issues with my appearance for as long as I can remember. Even as a kid, I avoided mirrors and photos. I hated being in group pictures, hated FaceTime, hated seeing myself from angles I couldn’t control. On the outside, I was kind of fine? I worked, I socialized, I functioned. But internally I was constantly adjusting myself turning my head a certain way, covering parts of my face with hair, overdoing makeup and of course editing photos a lot before posting.
It’s exhausting living like that, even if people around you don’t notice. For a long time I told myself everyone is a bit insecure in their own ways and
surgery seemed extreme. But the truth is, the feeling never went away. It actually got heavier with time. It wasn’t just insecurity it felt like I wasn’t fully living as myself.
I researched clinics in the US, Thailand, and Korea for literally years. Korea kept standing out because of:
-natural looking results
-very advanced FFS techniques
-surgeons who care a lot about facial harmony
Nana kept coming up over and over. At first I was worried because it’s a big hospital, and I thought it might feel cold or rushed. But I liked that they have different specialists for face and body, they treat a lot of international patients, there are so many real reviews (not just influencers) It felt more like a real medical decision than a beauty trip. The consultation honestly surprised me in a good way. It wasn’t like someone trying to sell me everything. The surgeon was very calm and factual. He explained what parts of my face were bone vs soft tissue, what could realistically change and what shouldn’t be touched.
It felt very objective, almost clinical, but somehow that made me trust them more.
For FFS we talked about things like my forehead, jaw, chin, nose, overall balance.
For breasts we talked about size based on my frame, shape, how natural I wanted them to look.
For the first time, I felt like someone saw my face the way I see it in my head.
The night before surgery I barely slept. I wasn’t even scared of pain — I was just emotional. It felt like I was closing a chapter of my life that had been heavy for a very long time. Right before anesthesia, I remember thinking I hope I wake up and finally recognize myself. That thought still makes me emotional..
WOW. Recovery was hard. Like, genuinely hard.
The first week especially I felt:
-swollen
-bruised
-tight
-couldn’t smile properly
-barely recognized my own face
There were moments I looked in the mirror and thought why did I do this to myself?
Especially around days 4-7 when swelling peaks and you look like a completely different person in a bad way.
Emotionally, that part is rough because your face is your identity. Even if you logically know it’s temporary, it messes with your head.
The nurses and international staff were very supportive though. They kept explaining what stage I was in so I didn’t spiral too much.
Interestingly, the breast recovery was easier than the face. The face is harder psychologically. But around week 3–4, the swelling started going down and something just… clicked. I was washing my face one morning and suddenly thought wait… this actually feels like me.
Not in a dramatic Instagram way. Not perfect.. just aligned. Softer. More natural. More right.
I started noticing small things like I wasn’t avoiding mirrors anymore, I stopped adjusting my angles in photos, clothes fit differently on my body and I stood straighter. And the weirdest part? My brain felt quieter. I wasn’t constantly monitoring myself.
I’m still healing, but honestly my face looks natural. Nobody has guessed I had surgery unless I told them. People just say I look softer and more confident.
The biggest change isn’t even physical. ITS MENTAL.
I don’t think about my face all day anymore. I don’t feel like I’m performing my appearance.
And that mental peace is something I didn’t even realize I was missing.
Was it worth it?
Financially: expensive.
Physically: painful and uncomfortable.
Emotionally: it was a bit intense and scary.
But psychologically?
It gave me a level of peace I’ve never had before.
I didn’t become a new person.
I just stopped fighting myself.
Honest last opinions about NANA and my experience.
Overall, I’m really grateful I chose Nana.
Pros:
-very experienced surgeons
-feels like a real hospital, not a beauty factory
-strong international team
-natural aesthetic
Cons:
-big system (can feel overwhelming at first)
-recovery takes patience
-you really need to be mentally prepared for swelling
But I would choose them again.
This experience wasn’t about becoming prettier and more feminine.
It was about finally seeing on the outside what I’ve always felt on the inside.
For the first time in my life, I genuinely feel at home in my body. I'm so blessed.
Thank you for those who came this far!!! Love you all
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