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DIALL Lifting
Explore DIALL Lifting at DI Plastic Surgery in Seoul. Read about the clinic's lifting approach and individual assessment before treatment.
Medically reviewed by: JUNG YUN IKReviewed on: Content updated:
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Overview
What is DIALL Lifting?
A lifting procedure that reaches the SMAS layer through minimal incisions. Incision length is reduced by over 40% compared with a conventional facelift, while providing an effect comparable to a facelift through smaller incisions.
Surgery at a glance
- Surgery duration
- 3 hours
- Anesthesia
- Sedation
- Hospital admission
- Not usually required
- Initial recovery
- Varies by individual
- Suture removal
- Required
- Follow-up visits
- 2–3 visits
Published procedure information is a guide. Your surgeon confirms the method, anesthesia, recovery and follow-up for your individual plan.
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Anatomy & planning
A simplified illustration for understanding the area discussed. It shows anatomy in broad terms and is not a surgical placement guide or a prediction of results.
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- Midface support
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- Lower-face support
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DIALL Lifting Four key features
DIALL Lifting Four key features 01 Whole-face rejuvenation Targets facial firmness and wrinkles. 02 Limited incisions Planned to reduce visible scarring. 03 SMAS-layer lifting Repositions the supporting tissue beneath the skin. 04 Recovery planning Same-day discharge may be possible. Return to daily activities depends on recovery. Illustrations are explanatory. Outcomes and recovery vary.
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DIALL Lifting
Lifting tailored to you: options for different stages of facial sagging. Early 20s: laser, threads, injections. Late 20s to early 30s: Point Lifting. 30s–40s: DIALL Lifting, cheek sagging after facial contouring. 40s–50s: SUV Lifting. 50 and over: facelift. Duration of effect and degree of skin sagging. DI lifting procedures address sagging and wrinkles across different age groups. Individual needs vary; consult a plastic surgery specialist before surgery. Schematic guide, not a measured comparison.
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Facelift vs. DIALL Lifting
FACELIFT Incisions: A more extensive incision pattern. Focus: Full-face lifting for deeper wrinkles and substantial sagging. Recovery: DI's general guide is 1–2 weeks; individual healing varies. Duration: Intended for lasting improvement; aging continues. May suit: People seeking broader correction for more severe skin sagging. DIALL LIFTING Incisions: A limited incision pattern. Focus: Sagging skin and wrinkles of the mid and lower face. Recovery: A shorter return to daily activities may be possible, as advised. Duration: Intended for lasting improvement; individual results vary. May suit: People considering a less extensive alternative to a full facelift. Illustrations are explanatory. Outcomes and recovery vary.
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DIALL Lifting Procedure
Inside the hairline,
a minimal incision is made.
The skin and SMAS layer are lifted
for greater firmness.
lifting
Loose skin and
unnecessary tissue are removed.
A firmer
facial appearance
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What makes it different?
Lifting only the skin limits the effect to that layer, making improvement in facial sagging and wrinkles difficult.
DIALL Lifting reaches the SMAS layer, for a stronger, longer-lasting lifting effect.
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What is the SMAS layer?
DIALL Lifting Areas
Skin
Collagen / fat
SMAS layer
Retaining ligament
Buccal fat
The lifting plan addresses the SMAS layer. Duration varies by individual; a lasting result is not guaranteed.
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Who may consider this procedure?
People seeking improvement of overall facial wrinkles
People seeking to address loss of elasticity and skin sagging
People with age-related midface sagging
People seeking a long-lasting lifting procedure
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Before & after
A procedure-specific case has not been verified for this page. Ask DI about relevant photographs during your consultation.
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Recovery & care
Precautions After Rejuvenation / Lifting Surgery
Follow your surgical team’s individual instructions. Recovery and follow-up schedules vary.
Protect skin with reduced sensation
Temporary loss of skin sensation may increase the risk of burns from hot or cold compresses; avoid using them.
Sleeping position and activity
For one month after surgery, sleep on your back and avoid lying on your side or face down. Avoid strenuous exercise and facial massage for at least one month.
Care while sutures remain
If sutures are present, keep the surgical area dry and clean until removal. After 3 days, shampooing is possible. Preferably visit a salon and ask for gentle washing, avoiding the sutures.
Bleeding, infection, inflammation, bruising, swelling and pain may occur. Satisfaction and outcomes vary between individuals.
This is an initial recovery estimate, not a guarantee of complete healing. Your recovery and return to activities depend on the procedure and your condition; follow your surgical team’s instructions.
Treatment suitability, recovery and results vary by individual. Your doctor will explain the expected benefits, limitations and possible risks.
CONTINUE YOUR RESEARCH
Questions to discuss before surgery
Before deciding on a procedure, meet Dr. Jung Yun Ik and review his published training. Your consultation should address the proposed approach, alternatives, risks and expected follow-up. Read the consultation guide for this procedure to prepare more specific questions.
For travel planning, read about recovery and travel planning. These general guides do not establish your personal recovery schedule. Understand the factors behind a plastic surgery estimate and learn how the consultation process works before sending an inquiry or booking travel.
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