Lifting

Forehead lift, face lift, neck lift, and thread lift.

• Face Lift

  A surgical face lift at Thank You Plastic Surgery repositions skin and deeper facial tissue to improve jowls, nasolabial folds, and jawline definition, and suits patients with moderate to advanced sagging who are prepared for a longer recovery than non-surgical alternatives.

  Depending on tissue quality and the degree of laxity, the surgeon may discuss a mini-lift, SMAS lift, or deep-plane technique — terminology varies between clinics, so consultation focuses on which tissue layer is actually being tightened and the expected scar length rather than the marketing name. A neck lift is often combined when platysmal bands or loose neck skin accompany facial sagging.

  Recovery involves several weeks of swelling management, sun protection, and activity restriction; scars are typically placed along the hairline and around the ear where they fade over time. International patients should disclose any prior filler, thread lift, or implant work in the face, and plan enough time in Korea for early follow-up visits.

• Thread Lift

  Thread lift at Thank You Plastic Surgery uses dissolvable sutures to lift sagging skin with a much shorter recovery path than surgical facelift, making it a common choice for patients in Gangnam searching thread lift Seoul who have early to moderate sagging.

  The threads are placed to mechanically lift tissue in the short term while stimulating collagen production for a longer-lasting, if more subtle, improvement — but they do not replace a full facelift for patients with significant skin laxity, and the surgeon is upfront about this limit during consultation. PDO and PLLA threads differ in how long their effect lasts, which is discussed based on your goals.

  Recovery is notably faster than surgery: many patients return to desk work within a few days, though some bruising, mild swelling, or a temporary pulling sensation is normal. Patients are asked to avoid excessive facial expressions, vigorous massage, or sleeping face-down for one to two weeks so the threads settle in the intended position.

Doctors known for lifting at this clinic: Kwon Jeongwoo, Lee Ho Jun →