When choosing an aesthetic clinic, the real priority is safety, legal compliance, and proven medical standards rather than promotions or curated online images. A trustworthy clinic is the one that protects your health first and delivers results without exposing you to avoidable risks. At Obliv Young Clinic, originally founded in Korea and now operating in Bangkok’s Sathorn and Silom districts, we created this guide based on real clinical experience, Thai medical law, and international practices to help you evaluate any clinic with clarity and confidence.
What Is an Aesthetic Clinic in Thailand?
An aesthetic clinic in Thailand is a regulated medical facility that provides cosmetic medical treatments performed only by licensed physicians. It is legally different from beauty salons or wellness centers. Services such as laser treatments, fillers, skin lifting technologies, and injectable procedures must follow strict medical standards. Every step from consultation to follow up must be backed by proper licensing and formal medical protocols, which means equipment alone does not make a clinic safe. A true clinic must operate within a complete system of safety, documentation, and legal compliance.
Aesthetic Clinics in Thailand Compared to Other Countries
Thailand can meet global standards when clinics follow legal frameworks fully, but the rapid increase of clinics means consumers need to screen more carefully. Many countries strictly regulate who can perform procedures and how medical devices are used. Thailand’s system is strong, yet unethical shortcuts still occur in low standard clinics. Our view is that Thai clinics reach international level when they prioritize medical safety over marketing claims, because in medicine there is no such thing as a shortcut.
10 Checklist Items Every Client Should Review
1. The clinic must display a valid medical facility license
A legally licensed clinic openly displays its official operating license with the owner’s name, facility type, and expiration date visible to the public. This document confirms that the clinic has passed safety inspections covering the building structure, emergency equipment, and staffing qualifications. If a clinic avoids showing this document, it is safest to walk away immediately.
2. The treating doctor must have a verifiable medical license
Only a licensed physician is allowed to perform aesthetic medical procedures in Thailand, and their credentials must be easy to verify. You should be able to confirm identity, see certification, and know exactly who is responsible for your treatment. Transparency in qualifications is a sign of true medical professionalism.
3. All drugs and medical supplies must be authentic with traceable lot numbers
A safe clinic uses only registered products with original packaging, Thai labels, valid lot numbers, and clear sourcing information. Clinics should record the lot number, expiration date, and supplier for every product. Many high standard clinics also allow clients to photograph labels after treatment, ensuring traceability and safety.
4. Consent explanations must cover benefits, risks, and alternatives
A proper consent process is a conversation, not a paper pushed for signature. The form must clearly state the name of the procedure, substances used, estimated dosage, possible side effects, emergency contacts, and what costs are covered if complications occur. You must have time to ask questions and decide without pressure.
5. Personal data protection must follow PDPA requirements
Any clinic that collects face images, medical history, or treatment records must comply with PDPA and explain how your data will be stored, used, and protected. This includes the purpose of use, storage duration, who can access the data, and your right to withdraw consent. Only essential staff should have access to sensitive information.
6. Advertising and claims must be accurate and supported by qualifications
A credible clinic does not guarantee results, exaggerate expertise, or display misleading before and after images.Thai regulations prohibit claims that exceed the doctor’s actual qualifications. If a clinic claims perfection or uses dramatic promises without evidence, it reflects poor professional standards.
7. Sterilization systems and treatment areas must meet medical standards
A professional treatment room is clearly separated, clean in a medically verifiable way, and supported by documented sterilization procedures. Reusable instruments must be sterilized with recorded cycles, and medical devices must receive regular maintenance. Cleanliness should be traceable, not only visible.
8. Emergency readiness must always be in place
A safe clinic prepares for emergencies with essential medication, allergy management tools, medical equipment, and a clear referral plan to a partner hospital. Emergency numbers should be visible, and teams must regularly rehearse emergency protocols before offering any treatment to clients.
9. Pricing, receipts, and guarantees must be transparent
You should receive a clear cost breakdown before treatment and a detailed receipt afterward with the doctor’s name, product lot numbers, and supporting images if needed. Extremely low prices are a warning sign because medical-grade products and safety systems require consistent cost standards.
10. Follow up and complication management must be systematic
A responsible clinic schedules follow up appointments, provides direct contact channels, and explains complication management protocols in advance. All treatments should be documented and evaluated over time. At Obliv Young Clinic, we take responsibility from consultation to the closing of your case and remain available for any questions throughout the process.
Laws Governing Aesthetic Clinics in Thailand
Thai aesthetic clinics operate under four main legal pillars that ensure client safety and public transparency.
The Healthcare Facility Act regulates licensing, operational requirements, and the obligation to display official permits. The Medical Device Act and Thai FDA guidelines govern the registration, importation, and labeling of all devices used on patients. The Medical Council sets rules for professional conduct and advertising to prevent public misunderstanding. PDPA and Ministry of Public Health guidelines mandate clear legal bases for data collection, explicit consent, and secure protection of client information. When clinics follow all four pillars, public confidence and treatment safety rise significantly.