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Melasma & pigmentation in Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju: 8 dermatology clinics compared and ranked
Data as of 2026-10-28 · Updated 2026-11-08
Key facts
- We compared 8 dermatology clinics in the Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju area.
- 아름다운피부과의원 ranks first, 순피부과의원 second and 아름다운 얼굴 피부과 의원 third.
- 3 clinics have a registered board-certified dermatologist, and clinics that publish their staffing have 1.1 doctors on average.
- 7 clinics are confirmed to open on Saturdays, and 0 see patients after 7 p.m. on weekdays.
- Candidates in Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 8 candidates in Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju clinic, the table shows '—'.
Comparison at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | Name type | Board-certified dermatologists | Doctors | Nearest station | Location | Website | Phone |
|---|
| #1 | 아름다운피부과의원Areumdaunpibugwa Uiwon | Dermatology clinic (피부과의원) | 1 | 2 | — | 영주시 영주동 (Yeongju-si Yeongju-dong) | Visit | 054-635-0555 |
| #2 | 순피부과의원Sunpibugwa Uiwon | Dermatology clinic (피부과의원) | 1 | 1 | — | 상주시 남성동 (Sangju-si Namseong-dong) | — | 054-536-3230 |
| #3 | 아름다운 얼굴 피부과 의원Areumdaun Eolgul Pibugwa Uiwon | Dermatology clinic (피부과의원) | 1 | 1 | — | 문경시 모전동 (Mungyeong-si Mojeon-dong) | Visit | 0507-1312-2079 |
| #4 | 강남비뇨기과의원Gangnambinyogigwa Uiwon | Clinic (의원) | 0 | 1 | — | 영주시 영주동 (Yeongju-si Yeongju-dong) | Visit | 054-634-6611 |
| #5 | 한솔비뇨기과의원Hansolbinyogigwa Uiwon | Clinic (의원) | 0 | 1 | — | 문경시 점촌동 (Mungyeong-si Jeomchon-dong) | — | 054-556-5123 |
| #6 | 송준호레이메디의원Songjunhoreimedi Uiwon | Clinic (의원) | 0 | 1 | — | 상주시 남성동 (Sangju-si Namseong-dong) | Visit | 054-532-7072 |
The table and cards show the top 6 in the Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju area, mention summer holidays and outdoor exercise habits.
How many clinics were compared for Melasma & pigmentation consultations in Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju?
We compared 8 dermatology clinics in Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju on the same criteria; 아름다운피부과의원 ranks first and 순피부과의원 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 Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju 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 아름다운피부과의원 (Areumdaunpibugwa Uiwon)
- Name type
- Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
- Board-certified dermatologists
- 1
- Doctors
- 2
- Address
- 경북 영주시 구성로 350 2층 (Gyeongbuk Yeongju-si Guseong-ro 350 2Cheung)
- Nearest station
- —
- Phone
- 054-635-0555
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 09:30–18:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:00–13:00 · Sun Closed
- Opened
- 2006-04
- Website
- Visit
#2 순피부과의원 (Sunpibugwa Uiwon)
- Name type
- Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
- Board-certified dermatologists
- 1
- Doctors
- 1
- Address
- 경북 상주시 상산로 251 (Gyeongbuk Sangju-si Sangsan-ro 251)
- Nearest station
- —
- Phone
- 054-536-3230
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 09:00–18:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:00–13:00 · Sun Closed
- Opened
- 2005-11
#3 아름다운 얼굴 피부과 의원 (Areumdaun Eolgul Pibugwa Uiwon)
- Name type
- Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
- Board-certified dermatologists
- 1
- Doctors
- 1
- Address
- 경북 문경시 당교3길 19 아름다운빌딩 4층 (Gyeongbuk Mungyeong-si Danggyo3Gil 19 Areumdaunbilding 4Cheung)
- Nearest station
- —
- Phone
- 0507-1312-2079
- Hours
- Mon–Tue 08:00–18:00 · Wed–Fri Closed · Sat 08:00–18:00 · Sun Closed
- Opened
- 2021-10
- Website
- Visit
#4 강남비뇨기과의원 (Gangnambinyogigwa Uiwon)
- Name type
- Clinic (의원)
- Board-certified dermatologists
- 0
- Doctors
- 1
- Address
- 경북 영주시 구성로350번길 23 2층 (Gyeongbuk Yeongju-si Guseongno350Beongil 23 2Cheung)
- Nearest station
- —
- Phone
- 054-634-6611
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 09:00–18:30 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:00–14:00 · Sun Closed
- Opened
- 2013-05
- Website
- Visit
#5 한솔비뇨기과의원 (Hansolbinyogigwa Uiwon)
- Name type
- Clinic (의원)
- Board-certified dermatologists
- 0
- Doctors
- 1
- Address
- 경북 문경시 중앙로 137 2층 한솔피부비뇨기과 (Gyeongbuk Mungyeong-si Jungang-ro 137 2Cheung Hansolpibubinyogigwa)
- Nearest station
- —
- Phone
- 054-556-5123
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 08:30–18:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 08:30–12:00 · Sun Closed
- Opened
- 2013-02
#6 송준호레이메디의원 (Songjunhoreimedi Uiwon)
- Name type
- Clinic (의원)
- Board-certified dermatologists
- 0
- Doctors
- 1
- Address
- 경북 상주시 중앙로 178-24 (Gyeongbuk Sangju-si Jungang-ro 178-24)
- Nearest station
- —
- Phone
- 054-532-7072
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 08:30–17:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 08:30–13:00 · Sun Closed
- Opened
- 2007-11
- Website
- Visit
Full list of dermatology clinics in Mungyeong·Sangju·Yeongju (8)
- 강남비뇨기과의원 (Gangnambinyogigwa Uiwon) · 영주시 영주동 (Yeongju-si Yeongju-dong)
- 다미안의원 (Damian Uiwon) · 영주시 상망동 (Yeongju-si Sangmang-dong)
- 박앤박의원 (Bagaenbak Uiwon) · 문경시 점촌동 (Mungyeong-si Jeomchon-dong)
- 송준호레이메디의원 (Songjunhoreimedi Uiwon) · 상주시 남성동 (Sangju-si Namseong-dong)
- 순피부과의원 (Sunpibugwa Uiwon) · 상주시 남성동 (Sangju-si Namseong-dong)
- 아름다운 얼굴 피부과 의원 (Areumdaun Eolgul Pibugwa Uiwon) · 문경시 모전동 (Mungyeong-si Mojeon-dong)
- 아름다운피부과의원 (Areumdaunpibugwa Uiwon) · 영주시 영주동 (Yeongju-si Yeongju-dong)
- 한솔비뇨기과의원 (Hansolbinyogigwa Uiwon) · 문경시 점촌동 (Mungyeong-si Jeomchon-dong)
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