Safety control when applying cosmetic techniques.

These are the core criteria set forth by experts at the Vietnam-Korea Aesthetics Scientific Conference 2026, held in Ho Chi Minh City on the afternoon of October 3rd.

The workshop was co-organized by the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Vietnam Society of Plastic Surgeons, and Military Hospital 175, under the patronage of the Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare.

The program comprises eight scientific presentations, divided into two sessions, focusing on clinical trial data, 3D-printed silicone implants in rhinoplasty, management of inferior breast contracture, acellular dermal matrix, and several technologies used in aesthetics.

At the workshop, doctors from both countries exchanged information on the scope of indications, research data, and application conditions in hospitals. While aesthetic techniques, equipment, and materials are changing rapidly, treatment effectiveness still depends on patient selection and the expertise of the practitioner.

Professor Heo Chan Yeong, President of the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons, emphasized that each method must be selected based on scientific evidence, appropriate indications, and the expertise of the surgeon. New technologies need to be fully evaluated before being used in treatment. "Patient safety must always be the top priority," Professor Heo Chan Yeong said.

According to him, an appropriate technique must be used correctly and on the right patient. Doctors need to consider research data, indications, risks, and the conditions of implementation at each facility. A new device or material that is widely introduced is not enough to become the basis for application in all cases.

Associate Professor, Doctor Le Hanh, President of the Vietnam Association of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, believes that Vietnam can learn from South Korea's experience in testing, researching, and applying technology to clinical practice.

Domestic institutes, universities, and specialized facilities need to strengthen basic research and build scientific evidence to support the selection of treatment methods.

The reality of receiving patients at Military Hospital 175 shows that risks can occur even with minor cosmetic procedures. Colonel, Doctor Nguyen Viet Cuong, Deputy Director of the hospital, said that the unit regularly receives and handles cases of medical incidents after cosmetic procedures performed at outside facilities. "Cosmetic surgery, even minor interventions, always carries inherent risks," Colonel Nguyen Viet Cuong noted.

Patients referred to hospitals require cosmetic surgeons to closely monitor the entire process, from consultation and method selection to procedure execution and post-procedure follow-up. Patients need to be fully informed about the benefits, risks, and limitations of the procedure before making a decision.

The workshop provided an opportunity for cosmetic surgeons to exchange experiences and update their knowledge with experts from South Korea. A key focus was the ability to apply techniques appropriate to their professional conditions and specific cases.

Following the workshop at Military Hospital 175, the K-Beauty Meets 2026 series continues with two more programs in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi .