FAQ

Physicians at IC Clinic, led by specialists certified by the Japanese Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, provide surgical treatments covered by insurance—such as epidermoid cysts (atheroma) and lipomas—as well as cosmetic medical procedures.

If the patient is a minor, a parent or legal guardian must either accompany them during the procedure or provide a signed and sealed consent form. This requirement does not apply for consultations or examinations only. If a parent or legal guardian is unable to accompany the patient, please complete the consent form below and bring it with you.

Treatment is generally covered by health insurance, so please feel free to consult us.

As some days can be quite busy, we recommend booking an appointment in advance. You can make a reservation by phone or via our online booking form.

We operate on an appointment-priority basis for consultations and procedures.
As some days can be quite busy, we recommend booking in advance for peace of mind.

When visiting our clinic, please bring your insurance card and payment for your treatment.

For self-paid treatments such as cosmetic procedures, credit cards may be accepted in some cases.
Please note that electronic money and similar payment methods are not accepted.

Generally, the bandage may be removed once the wound has closed and there is no significant bleeding — typically around 1 to 2 weeks. However, as individual results may vary, please consult your doctor at your appointment.

Depending on the medication you are taking, surgery may not be possible without a temporary discontinuation of that medication. The required discontinuation period varies by medication, and you will need to check with the medical institution that prescribed it whether discontinuation is appropriate in your case.

Sutures are typically removed around two weeks after the procedure. The timing may vary depending on your treatment plan, and your attending physician will advise you on the recommended schedule at the time of surgery. Regarding discomfort during suture removal, IC Clinic uses fine sutures with the aim of minimizing discomfort.

If the physician determines there are no issues based on the patient's condition, same-day surgery may be possible.

Based on a physician's assessment, prompt treatment may be necessary in cases of inflammation or other complications, so please contact us as soon as possible.

Gently wash the area without disinfecting it, and cover with gauze or similar material. There is no need to press on it too hard.

While outcomes vary depending on the physician's assessment and post-treatment condition, we strive to recommend approaches that are both aesthetically discreet and medically sound.

After surgery, the wound will be covered with a transparent surgical film, gauze, or a bandage. While individual results vary depending on the physician's assessment and post-operative condition, we strive to recommend approaches that are both aesthetically discreet and medically sound. As a general rule, makeup may be applied on the face from the same day, provided the wound area is avoided. Please note that this too may vary depending on your post-operative condition.

The cost under insurance coverage (30% co-payment) is generally around ¥10,000–¥15,000 in total, including consultation, tests, surgery, and histopathological examination. (Costs may vary depending on factors such as whether the area is exposed or non-exposed, the size, and the location of the lesion. Consultation fees, prescription fees, and laboratory costs are charged separately.)

As a general reference, the typical healing process after the punch excision method is as follows: bleeding or oozing from the wound usually subsides within 3 to 5 days. The wound gradually closes over approximately 2 weeks after the procedure, and then continues to settle over the course of several months. As noted, individual results may vary, so please consult with your physician at the time of your appointment for more details.

As a general rule, we schedule the surgery date after completing the necessary examinations. For lipomas, an MRI scan is typically required as an initial step. At IC Clinic, we ask that you first come in for an initial consultation with our physician, after which we will arrange an MRI scan at a partner medical facility equipped for imaging. If the physician determines that the examination results present no concerns, we will schedule a follow-up appointment at IC Clinic on a separate date, with the procedure planned as a same-day outpatient surgery.

The estimated cost for lipoma surgery is approximately ¥10,000–¥20,000 under public health insurance coverage (30% patient co-payment). (Costs may vary depending on the location and size of the lipoma. Initial consultation fees, follow-up consultation fees, prescription fees, and other charges are billed separately.)

The estimated cost for earlobe repair surgery is ¥31,010 per site with insurance coverage (30% patient co-payment). (Initial consultation fee and prescription fee are included. Costs may vary depending on any additional treatments or types of prescribed medications.) Without insurance coverage, earlobe repair is ¥55,000, and piercing hole correction ranges from ¥33,000 to ¥88,000 depending on the size.

While individual results may vary depending on the condition of the affected area, we aim to complete the procedure in approximately 30 minutes.
At our clinic, a board-certified plastic surgeon (certified by the Japan Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) selects the most suitable approach from a range of surgical methods, and we take great care to minimize scarring throughout the procedure.

At IC Clinic, we use ultra-fine needles and administer local anesthesia with the aim of minimizing discomfort, though sensitivity to pain varies from person to person.

Swelling after surgery often lasts for about one week.
Puffiness may be noticeable for one to two weeks.
Redness around the incision may persist for approximately three months, but will gradually fade.
Please note that the above are general guidelines, and individual results may vary.

Sutures are typically removed around two weeks after the procedure. The timing may vary depending on your treatment plan, and your attending physician will advise you on the recommended schedule at the time of surgery. Regarding discomfort during suture removal, IC Clinic uses fine sutures with the aim of minimizing discomfort.

1. Exposure of Buried Absorbable Sutures: Suture removal will be performed.
2. Infection: Although very rare, please seek medical attention promptly if you experience signs of infection such as persistent wound pain, fever, prolonged swelling, continued warmth around the wound, or discharge from the wound. Treatment may include antibiotics, and if an abscess has formed, a small incision for drainage and removal of the infection source may be required.
3. Keloid: Depending on individual predisposition, keloid formation may occur. In such cases, treatment options including oral medication, injection therapy, or local therapy for keloids will be provided. A referral to a specialist medical institution will be arranged as needed.
4. Hypertrophic Scarring: The wound site may become raised and red. If necessary, treatment with topical creams, injections, or oral medication will be provided. In the unlikely event that further intervention is required, excision and re-suturing may be considered to improve the appearance. A referral to a specialist medical institution will be arranged as needed.
5. Hematoma: If a hematoma develops, removal may be necessary.
※ The above complications are extremely rare occurrences.
In the unlikely event that any of these symptoms arise, our clinic will respond promptly.

We can prepare medical certificates and point confirmation letters.
Please note that medical certificates and point confirmation letters are handled by postal mail.
The fee is ¥5,500 (tax included) per medical certificate and ¥3,300 (tax included) per point confirmation letter.
For details on the application process, please refer to the URL below and contact our clinic.
【Application for Medical Certificates, etc.】https://ic-clinic.com/certification/

We apologize for the inconvenience, but IC Clinic does not have a parking facility. Please use nearby parking areas when visiting us.

Companions are welcome to accompany patients up until the consultation, but entry to the treatment or procedure room is not permitted during surgery or procedures.
As companions will need to wait in the waiting area, patients bringing infants or young children who are unable to sit unattended are kindly asked to come with another adult who can remain with the child throughout.

If you can read and write Japanese without difficulty, yes, we can accommodate you. If that is not the case, we kindly ask that you bring an interpreter with you.

You are still welcome to visit us. Please note that if you do not bring your original insurance card, you will be required to pay the full amount out of pocket at the time of your appointment.
If you bring your original insurance card and receipt to our clinic within the same calendar month, we can process the adjustment for you. If this falls in a subsequent month, we kindly ask that you contact your local municipal office or health insurance association directly to arrange a reimbursement.