Methods, prices and clinics for Facelift in Korea
Facelift in Korea
| Thread face lift | Deep face and neck lift (SMAS lift) | |
|---|---|---|
| Age category | 20-40 | 40+ |
| Problem | Small sagging skin, first signs of aging | Deep wrinkles and sagging skin caused by age-related changes |
| Suitable for you if | A great option for patients whose skin does not need large-scale changes. This procedure does not require the use of surgery, the procedure is carried out through small incisions. Recovery and healing after the procedure is fast, leaving no scars. | The most effective surgical method for achieving a general facial rejuvenation. It eliminates wrinkles, corrects sagging skin, saggy cheeks, deep nasal folds, wrinkles on the neck. Recommendable for cases where thread lifting and other non-invasive procedures are not effective. |
| Surgery time | 1 hour | 3-4 hours |
| Anesthesia | Sedative | Sedative or General Anesthesia |
| Hospitalization | Not required | 1 day |
| Removing stitches | Not required | On the 10th day after the operation |
| Description of the procedure | Surgeons introduce the elastic threads through small punctures and fixed according to the marking (from 2 to 6 threads). Threads serve as a framework for the skin and internal tissues. No incision or sutures required. The threads used during the operation stimulate collagen production and help the lifting effect last longer. | Surgeons make a solid incision from the temples, along the line of the ears. The SMAS layer is separated, pulled up to the required level and fixed. Surgeons remove excessed skin, subcutaneous fat and muscle tissue. After, he/she installs drainage tubes. Finally, he/she applies the cosmetic stitches and supporting bandages. |
| Care after surgery | Immediately after the operation, we recommend to apply a cold compress to remove swelling. Hospital attendance and hospitalization are not required. Visit the clinic 3 to 5 days after the operation for doctor’s examination. | – Immediately after surgery, we recommend to apply a cold compress to remove swelling. – Drainage tubes are removed 2 to 3 days after surgery. – On the 4th day with the permission of the doctor you can wash your head in the clinic. – On the 7th-10th day you should visit the clinic to remove the stitches. – After surgery, for about a week, it is recommended to eat liquid, soft food. |
| Advantages | No scars, quick recovery, quick procedure | Long-term effect, the ability to correct even deep wrinkles and severe sagging |
| Disadvantages | The effect lasts shorter than after an invasive facelift, may need re-surgery after 3-5 years | Long recovery from surgery, scars |
| *price | 3,500,000 – 4,700,000 won | 15,000,000 – 19,000,000 won |
*Varies according to the clinic, the qualifications of the surgeon and the complexity of the surgery. To get the exact cost, please contact Medical Avenue Coordinators.
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