Derma Clinic IndexDaejeonSeo-guMelasma & pigmentation
Melasma & pigmentation in Seo-gu: 75 dermatology clinics compared and ranked
Data as of 2026-10-28 · Updated 2026-11-08
Key facts
- We compared 75 dermatology clinics in the Seo-gu area.
- 엠제이피부과의원 ranks first, 킴벨피부과병원 second and 오라클피부과의원 third.
- 24 clinics have a registered board-certified dermatologist, and clinics that publish their staffing have 1.6 doctors on average.
- 72 clinics are confirmed to open on Saturdays, and 59 see patients after 7 p.m. on weekdays.
- Candidates in Seo-gu were gathered by administrative district rather than by distance from a station.
With pigment treatment, diagnosis is half the job, because similar-looking brown patches such as melasma and lentigines call for very different laser intensity and number of sessions. When choosing a clinic in the Seo-gu area, see whether they first explain which types of pigment you have, and whether they check pigment depth with magnified imaging or special lighting.
Melasma treatment often involves visits at short intervals, and even after treatment ends, some people continue maintenance care each season as UV grows stronger. Checking that a clinic in the Seo-gu area is close enough, and open at times you can drop by after work or on weekends, keeps treatment from being interrupted.
Pregnancy, oral contraceptives and thyroid disease can influence whether melasma appears or darkens. At your first consultation in the Seo-gu area, mentioning this history along with the brightening products you use and any recent peels or laser helps set the treatment intensity.
How we compiled this
- The 75 candidates in Seo-gu are clinics and hospitals classified as dermatology on Naver Map within the neighborhood boundary, cross-checked against Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service (HIRA) hospital data.
- The Seo-gu ranking reflects years since opening, number of doctors and board-certified dermatologist registration, Naver Place visitor review counts, how fully hours are published, and whether information is available online.
- Board-certified dermatologists are counted only when registered under dermatology in Naver Place's medical information. Where that information is missing for a Seo-gu clinic, the table shows '—'.
Comparison at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | Name type | Board-certified dermatologists | Doctors | Nearest station | Location | Website | Phone |
|---|
| #1 | 엠제이피부과의원Emjeipibugwa Uiwon | Dermatology clinic (피부과의원) | 3 | 3 | — | 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong) | Visit | 042-471-0880 |
| #2 | 킴벨피부과병원Kimbelpibugwa Byeongwon | Dermatology hospital (피부과병원) | 2 | 2 | — | 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong) | Visit | 042-471-7575 |
| #3 | 오라클피부과의원Orakeulpibugwa Uiwon | Dermatology clinic (피부과의원) | 2 | 2 | — | 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong) | Visit | 0507-1409-8975 |
| #4 | 아이엠피부과의원i Empibugwa Uiwon | Dermatology clinic (피부과의원) | 2 | 2 | — | 서구 탄방동 (Seo-gu Tanbang-dong) | Visit | 042-533-1212 |
| #5 | 도마더블유피부과의원Domadeobeulyupibugwa Uiwon | Dermatology clinic (피부과의원) | 2 | 2 | — | 서구 도마동 (Seo-gu Doma-dong) | Visit | 042-534-7500 |
| #6 | 더웰피부과의원Deowelpibugwa Uiwon | Dermatology clinic (피부과의원) | 1 | 2 | — | 서구 관저동 (Seo-gu Gwanjeo-dong) | Visit | 042-335-7575 |
The table and cards show the top 6 in the Seo-gu ranking; the full list below is in Korean alphabetical order.
Checklist for choosing a clinic for Melasma & pigmentation
- Start with diagnosing the pigment type Melasma, freckles, lentigines and acquired dermal pigmentation look alike but call for different treatment plans. When you consult a clinic in the Seo-gu area, have them explain which pigments are mixed in which areas of your face before treatment begins.
- Check your sun protection habits Even with laser, pigment returns quickly if you don't block the sun. You need sunscreen even on cloudy days or by a window indoors, reapplied every two to three hours. Before starting treatment in the Seo-gu area, have your current sun protection routine reviewed.
- Precautions with oral and topical medication Oral medications such as tranexamic acid need caution in people with a history of blood clots or who also take oral contraceptives, and topical brightening agents can cause redness or stinging. When you get a prescription in the Seo-gu area, tell the doctor about every medication you take and your full medical history.
- Laser intensity and intervals Melasma can darken or fade unevenly under strong laser stimulation, so low-intensity sessions spaced apart are common. When a clinic in the Seo-gu area explains the treatment plan, ask about intensity, number of sessions and alternatives if it doesn't work.
- A plan for preventing relapse Even after treatment ends, melasma commonly darkens again in summer or during hormonal changes. When wrapping up treatment in the Seo-gu area, decide in advance how much longer to use maintenance topical medication and in which season to come back for a check.
Warning signs to watch for
- One spot that turns unusually dark A single spot among widespread patches that turns unusually dark, develops blurring borders, grows or bleeds may not be simple pigmentation. Before having it lasered away, check with a doctor in the Seo-gu area whether a biopsy is needed.
- Pigment that darkens after treatment If the color has deepened a few weeks after a procedure, it may be post-inflammatory pigmentation or worsening melasma. Rather than repeating the same procedure right away, have the cause checked in the Seo-gu area and adjust the interval and method.
- Scattered white spots Small white spots appearing here and there after many pigment laser sessions at short intervals may be hypopigmentation, which can be slow to recover or may remain. If you notice such changes, stop the procedures and see a doctor in the Seo-gu area first.
- Brightening creams with unknown ingredients Brightening creams of unclear origin that promise fast results may contain high-concentration ingredients or steroids, and long-term use can thin the skin or make blood vessels show. Bring the products you've been using to a clinic in the Seo-gu area to have them checked.
Frequently asked questions
Can laser remove melasma completely?
It's more realistic to aim to lighten melasma and keep it that way. Because UV and hormones keep affecting it, melasma easily darkens again after treatment. With treatment in the Seo-gu area, plan to continue sunscreen and topical medication alongside laser.
How are freckles different from melasma?
Freckles are small, sharply defined scattered dots, while melasma is often a wide patch with blurred edges. Freckles usually respond well to laser; melasma is sensitive to irritation. Many faces have both, so get each area diagnosed in the Seo-gu area.
When can I go out in the sun after pigment treatment?
Everyday outings are usually fine right away if you wear sunscreen and a hat. For a few weeks afterward, skin is UV-sensitive and pigment returns easily. Mention any holidays or outdoor plans when booking a session in the Seo-gu area.
Can melasma that appeared during pregnancy be treated?
During pregnancy, care usually centers on sun protection rather than laser or oral medication. It may fade after childbirth, or it may remain. The usual order is to discuss starting treatment in the Seo-gu area once childbirth and breastfeeding are over.
Which season is a good time to start pigment treatment?
Many start in autumn or winter when UV is weaker, but other seasons work with good sun protection. What matters more is keeping up sun care throughout treatment. When booking in the Seo-gu area, mention summer holidays and outdoor exercise habits.
How many clinics were compared for Melasma & pigmentation consultations in Seo-gu?
We compared 75 dermatology clinics in Seo-gu on the same criteria; 엠제이피부과의원 ranks first and 킴벨피부과병원 second. Availability and cost of Melasma & pigmentation consultations vary by clinic, so call ahead to confirm scheduling and the doctor.
Final notes
With melasma and pigmentation, diagnosis, treatment and maintenance go together. Distinguishing pigment types first, then sustaining gentle treatment and sun protection over time, is what delays the next darkening. Once you've chosen a clinic in the Seo-gu area that you can visit regularly, decide treatment intensity, medication and the maintenance plan with your doctor before starting.
The 6 dermatology clinics covered here
#1 엠제이피부과의원 (Emjeipibugwa Uiwon)
- Name type
- Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
- Board-certified dermatologists
- 3
- Doctors
- 3
- Address
- 대전 서구 대덕대로 179 엠제이피부과 굿모닝어학원 13층 (Daejeon Seo-gu Daedeokdae-ro 179 Emjeipibugwa Gunmoningeohagwon 13Cheung)
- Nearest station
- —
- Phone
- 042-471-0880
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 10:00–19:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:00–15:30 · Sun Closed
- Opened
- 2002-08
- Website
- Visit
#2 킴벨피부과병원 (Kimbelpibugwa Byeongwon)
- Name type
- Dermatology hospital (피부과병원)
- Board-certified dermatologists
- 2
- Doctors
- 2
- Address
- 대전 서구 대덕대로 238 킴벨메디컬빌딩 2층 (Daejeon Seo-gu Daedeokdae-ro 238 Kimbelmedikeolbilding 2Cheung)
- Nearest station
- —
- Phone
- 042-471-7575
- Hours
- Mon 09:30–19:00 · Tue–Wed 09:30–18:30 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:00–14:00 · Sun Closed
- Opened
- 2014-04
- Website
- Visit
#3 오라클피부과의원 (Orakeulpibugwa Uiwon)
- Name type
- Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
- Board-certified dermatologists
- 2
- Doctors
- 2
- Address
- 대전 서구 대덕대로 182 오라클빌딩 6층 (Daejeon Seo-gu Daedeokdae-ro 182 Orakeulbilding 6Cheung)
- Nearest station
- —
- Phone
- 0507-1409-8975
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 10:00–19:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:30–15:00 · Sun Closed
- Opened
- 2004-08
- Website
- Visit
#4 아이엠피부과의원 (i Empibugwa Uiwon)
- Name type
- Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
- Board-certified dermatologists
- 2
- Doctors
- 2
- Address
- 대전 서구 계룡로 599 604호 (Daejeon Seo-gu Gyeryong-ro 599 604Ho)
- Nearest station
- —
- Phone
- 042-533-1212
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 10:00–19:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 10:00–15:00 · Sun Closed
- Opened
- 2018-03
- Website
- Visit
#5 도마더블유피부과의원 (Domadeobeulyupibugwa Uiwon)
- Name type
- Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
- Board-certified dermatologists
- 2
- Doctors
- 2
- Address
- 대전 서구 도산로 51 라이프클리닉 3층 (Daejeon Seo-gu Dosan-ro 51 Raipeukeullinik 3Cheung)
- Nearest station
- —
- Phone
- 042-534-7500
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 09:30–18:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:00–13:00 · Sun Closed
- Opened
- 2018-08
- Website
- Visit
#6 더웰피부과의원 (Deowelpibugwa Uiwon)
- Name type
- Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
- Board-certified dermatologists
- 1
- Doctors
- 2
- Address
- 대전 서구 구봉로131번길 49 (Daejeon Seo-gu Gubongno131Beongil 49)
- Nearest station
- —
- Phone
- 042-335-7575
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 09:30–19:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:00–15:00 · Sun Closed
- Opened
- 2018-04
- Website
- Visit
Full list of dermatology clinics in Seo-gu (75)
- 관저드림의원 (Gwanjeo Dream Uiwon) · 서구 관저동 (Seo-gu Gwanjeo-dong)
- 구자경피부과의원 (Gujagyeongpibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 나노필의원 (Nanopil Uiwon) · 서구 탄방동 (Seo-gu Tanbang-dong)
- 닉스의원 (Nikseu Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 닥터쁘띠의원 (Dr. Ppeutti Uiwon) · 서구 탄방동 (Seo-gu Tanbang-dong)
- 대전맥스웰의원 (Daejeonmaekseuwel Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 대전예쁨주의쁨의원 (Daejeonyeppeumjuuippeum Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 더나인의원 (Deonain Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 더블유피부과의원 (Deobeulyupibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 더웰피부과의원 (Deowelpibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 관저동 (Seo-gu Gwanjeo-dong)
- 더윤슬피부과의원 (Deoyunseulpibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 데이뷰의원 (Deibyu Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 도마더블유피부과의원 (Domadeobeulyupibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 도마동 (Seo-gu Doma-dong)
- 둔산DS피부과의원 (DunsanDSpibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 디렉터의원 (Direkteo Uiwon) · 서구 도안동 (Seo-gu Doan-dong)
- 라끌레르의원 (Rakkeullereu Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 러블리피부과의원 (Reobeullipibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 레보필의원 (Rebopil Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 리움의원 (Rium Uiwon) · 서구 갈마동 (Seo-gu Galma-dong)
- 맑은의원 (Malgeun Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 메디벨의원 (Medibel Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 메이드유의원 (Meideuyu Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 모담의원 (Modam Uiwon) · 서구 도안동 (Seo-gu Doan-dong)
- 모리스의원 (Moriseu Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 미델의원 (Midel Uiwon) · 서구 관저동 (Seo-gu Gwanjeo-dong)
- 미라클의원 (Mirakeul Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 미탐의원 (Mitam Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 바노바기의원 (Banobagi Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 박가정의원 (Bakgajeong Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 밴스의원 (Baenseu Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 뷰티온의원 대전도안점 (Byution Uiwon Daejeondoanjeom) · 서구 도안동 (Seo-gu Doan-dong)
- 블리비의원 (Beullibi Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 비에이의원 (Biei Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 샤인빔의원 (Syainbim Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 샤인톡스의원 (Syaintokseu Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 선사은피부과의원 (Seonsaeunpibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 월평동 (Seo-gu Wolpyeong-dong)
- 셀투빔 의원 (Seltubim Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 스노우의원 대전둔산점 (Seunou Uiwon Daejeondunsanjeom) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 아룸의원 (Arum Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 아이리스의원 (i Riseu Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 아이엠피부과의원 (i Empibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 탄방동 (Seo-gu Tanbang-dong)
- 앨리스의원 (Aelliseu Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 에스더스킨케어 (S Deoseukin Care) · 서구 도마동 (Seo-gu Doma-dong)
- 에스티피부과의원 (S Tipibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 괴정동 (Seo-gu Goejeong-dong)
- 엘케이피부과의원 (Elkeipibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 엠제이피부과의원 (Emjeipibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 연세 남인환피부과의원 (Yeonse Naminhwanpibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 연세모벨르의원 (Yeonsemobelleu Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 연세피부과의원 (Yeonsepibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 탄방동 (Seo-gu Tanbang-dong)
- 연세W의원 (YeonseW Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 예쁨현의원 (Yeppeumhyeon Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 오라클피부과의원 (Orakeulpibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 오렌지나무의원 (Orenjinamu Uiwon) · 서구 갈마동 (Seo-gu Galma-dong)
- 유앤아이의원 (Yuaen i Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 이동규의원 (Idonggyu Uiwon) · 서구 탄방동 (Seo-gu Tanbang-dong)
- 이종성피부과의원 (Ijongseongpibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 도마동 (Seo-gu Doma-dong)
- 잇츠미의원 (Itcheumi Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 제이디피부과의원 (Jeidipibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 차종식피부과의원 (Chajongsikpibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 탄방동 (Seo-gu Tanbang-dong)
- 청담맑은의원 (Cheongdammalgeun Uiwon) · 서구 도안동 (Seo-gu Doan-dong)
- 청담피부과의원 (Cheongdampibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 초이스뷰의원 (Choiseubyu Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 카라의원 (Kara Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 크리미의원 (Keurimi Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 킴벨피부과병원 (Kimbelpibugwa Byeongwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 킴벨피부과의원 (Kimbelpibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 관저동 (Seo-gu Gwanjeo-dong)
- 타임피부과의원 (Taimpibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 털보헤어플러스의원 (Teolboheeo Plus Uiwon) · 서구 탄방동 (Seo-gu Tanbang-dong)
- 톤즈의원 (Tonjeu Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 팝의원 (Pap Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 포인트피부과의원 (Pointeupibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 월평동 (Seo-gu Wolpyeong-dong)
- 폴라인피부과의원 (Pol Line Pibugwa Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 프로듀스의원 (Peurodyuseu Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 플레인의원 (Peullein Uiwon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
- 하프의원 대전 (Hapeu Uiwon Daejeon) · 서구 둔산동 (Seo-gu Dunsan-dong)
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