DI PLASTIC SURGERY · SEOUL
SUV Lifting
Learn about SUV Lifting at DI Plastic Surgery in Seoul, including facial tissue assessment, the lifting approach and consultation.
Medically reviewed by: JUNG YUN IKReviewed on: Content updated:
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Overview
What is SUV Lifting?
This lower facelift addresses wrinkles and sagging in the cheeks, jowls, nasolabial folds, jaw, and mouth area below the nose. Together with the skin, it lifts the SMAS fascia beneath the subcutaneous fat, refining the facial contour for a younger-looking V-shaped lower face.
Surgery at a glance
- Surgery duration
- 4 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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SUV Lifting Four key features
SUV Lifting Four key features 01 Lower-face focus Addresses firmness and wrinkles in the lower face. 02 Limited incisions Planned to reduce visible scarring. 03 Precise dissection Contour changes may be visible early; swelling affects initial appearance. 04 Hair-root preservation Technique aims to reduce the risk of hair loss. Illustrations are explanatory. Outcomes and recovery vary.
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SUV 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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What is the SMAS layer?
SUV 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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SUV Lifting Procedure overview
SUV Lifting Procedure overview 01 Skin access and dissection A planned skin incision provides access for careful skin dissection. 02 Lift above the SMAS After dissection above the SMAS layer, the skin is repositioned. 03 Closure and dressing The incision is sutured and a dressing is applied. Illustrations are explanatory. Outcomes and recovery vary.
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Who may consider this procedure?
People concerned about sagging cheeks and jawline
People seeking effective lifting in one operation
People concerned about lower-face skin sagging
People seeking a defined, slender jawline
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Before & after
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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.
Complications may include bleeding, infection, inflammation, bruising, swelling, and pain. Satisfaction with surgery varies by individual.
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.
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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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