DI PLASTIC SURGERY · SEOUL
Thread Lift
Explore thread lifting at DI Plastic Surgery in Seoul, including the treatment approach, individual assessment and aftercare considerations.
Medically reviewed by: JUNG YUN IKReviewed on: Content updated:
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Overview
What is thread lifting?
A non-incisional lift with no visible incision scar, offering same-day recovery and return to daily activities. Medical threads with established safety and lasting support provide firm lifting.
Threads stimulate collagen and elastin production for longer-lasting support.
Surgery at a glance
- Surgery duration
- Within 30 minutes
- Anesthesia
- Sedation
- Hospital admission
- Not usually required
- Initial recovery
- Varies by individual
- Suture removal
- None
- Follow-up visits
- Individual follow-up plan confirmed by the surgical team
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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- Superficial soft tissue
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- Conceptual thread illustration
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Thread Lift
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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DI MINT Thread Lifting
Absorbable PDO threads PDO threads provide temporary tissue support and gradually break down in the body. 360-degree barbs Three-dimensional barbs engage tissue to support fixation and lifting. Skin response Thread placement may stimulate collagen production and support skin elasticity. Results and duration vary. Regulatory information MINT PDO threads are FDA-cleared for specified uses, including temporary facial tissue suspension. FDA 510(k): K220549 Illustrations are explanatory. Outcomes and recovery vary.
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Thread Lift Treatment areas
Thread Lift Treatment areas How threads support tissue Barbed threads engage tissue to support and reposition selected facial layers. Placement and depth are tailored to anatomy. Areas for assessment Forehead Eye area Cheeks and cheekbones Nasolabial folds Marionette lines Jawline and double chin Suitability varies by area, anatomy and the selected thread. Diagram labels: Skin (epidermis); Dermis; Subcutaneous tissue; Barbed thread. Illustrations are explanatory. Outcomes and recovery vary.
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MINT Thread Barbs 360-degree structure
MINT Thread Barbs 360-degree structure A three-dimensional spiral of barbs engages tissue around the thread to provide fixation and lifting support. Cross-sectional structure Barbs project around the thread. Side-view structure Barbs follow a spiral arrangement along the thread. The duration of support and visible results varies by patient and treatment. Illustrations are explanatory. Outcomes and recovery vary.
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DI Thread Lift Four treatment points
DI Thread Lift Four treatment points 01 Small entry points A non-incisional approach aims to limit scarring and downtime. 02 Personalized placement Treatment is tailored to each person's skin elasticity. 03 Natural facial movement Placement is planned with facial movement in mind. Temporary discomfort may occur. 04 Tissue support Threads support lifting and may stimulate elastin production. Duration varies. Illustrations are explanatory. Outcomes and recovery vary.
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Thread Lifting Procedure
Using a cannula, lifting threads are inserted.
The lifting angle and direction are tailored to the individual, then the threads are fixed.
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Thread Lifting
Who may consider this procedure?
People concerned about sagging cheeks or a double chin
People seeking to improve skin sagging and lost elasticity
People seeking non-incisional lifting without visible scars
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Before & after
Original DI clinic photographs. Results and recovery vary. Cases may include combined procedures; the listed treatment and follow-up refer to that individual case.
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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.
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.
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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