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Why It’s Good to Combine Cheek Liposuction and Thread Lifting

JUST Plastic Surgery · 눈과 리프팅 21년차 성형외과전문의 임성윤원장 · July 8, 2025

Today, I’d like to talk about a procedure combination that makes the facial line look more refined: that is, why cheek liposuction and thread lifting are often performed together....

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Original post date: July 8, 2025

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Today, I’d like to talk about a procedure combination that makes the facial line look more refined:

that is, why cheek liposuction and thread lifting are often performed together.

These are procedures that are often done on their own,

but when combined, they can create results that are much more definite and long-lasting.

A stronger synergy than doing them separately

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▲ JUST Plastic Surgery liposuction + thread lifting case – unedited original image

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▲ JUST Plastic Surgery liposuction + thread lifting case – unedited original image JUST Plastic Surgery case – unedited original image

Thread lifting is a temporary procedure that can provide an immediate lifting effect.

However, if there is a lot of unnecessary subcutaneous fat in the cheek area, thread lifting alone may not make the area as slim as desired.

In this case, combining it with cheek liposuction

✓ makes the facial line itself smoother and slimmer ✓ removes unnecessary volume ✓ helps maintain a natural, firm facial line for a longer time than thread lifting alone

In other words, because thread lifting is temporary while liposuction has a semi-permanent effect,

combining the two appropriately can lead to much better results.

Recovery is faster than you might think

"Doesn’t liposuction take a long time to recover from?"

Many people worry about this, but the cheeks are an area that recovers faster than expected.

Bruising varies from person to person, but it usually improves a lot within 1 to 2 weeks,

and swelling starts to settle and take shape after about 2 weeks. In other words, after about 2 weeks, many people have little to no discomfort in daily life.

Problems that can occur with liposuction alone

However, if liposuction is performed alone, people with thin skin or insufficient elasticity may

※ have slightly sagging skin, or ※ develop fine wrinkles.

At this point, what is needed is customized thread lifting.

After liposuction, the skin (flap) becomes more mobile as fat is removed,

and if threads are used to pull and secure the skin in the proper direction in this state,

a sharper and firmer facial line can be created.

Since the threads naturally dissolve over time,

another advantage is that customized lifting is possible to create the desired shape without leaving residue.

The important thing is an accurate diagnosis before the procedure

However, liposuction + lifting is not the right answer for every case.

If there is little subcutaneous fat in the cheek area If skin elasticity is sufficient, then thread lifting alone may be enough to achieve improvement.

Therefore, more important than anything else is 👨‍⚕️ an accurate diagnosis and consultation before the procedure.

Through treatment by a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive related surgical experience,

having your facial structure, amount of fat, and skin elasticity analyzed comprehensively

and choosing the most effective method has a decisive impact on the outcome.

Conclusion

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✔️ If you have a lot of cheek fat → have liposuction and thread lifting together. The effect is semi-permanent, and the line looks much more refined.

✔️ If there is concern about skin sagging with liposuction alone → it can be addressed with customized thread lifting.

✔️ The important thing is finding the combination that best suits your face. → Getting treated by an experienced specialist is the best starting point.

📍 At JUST Plastic Surgery, based on facial anatomical analysis, we provide 1:1 customized combination procedures that carefully consider each person’s fat distribution, skin condition, and lifting direction.

If you are 고민 about your cheek line, feel free to come in for a consultation anytime.

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🔖 #FacialFatReduction #CheekSlimming #ZygomaLineContouring #FacelineContour #FacialContourSurgery #FacialLineChange

🔖 #ThreadLifting #CheekThreadLift #NonIncisionalLifting #SkinSaggingImprovement #YouthfulLifting #CustomizedLifting #BeforeAndAfterLiposuction

🔖 #JUSTPlasticSurgery #ApgujeongPlasticSurgery #SeoulPlasticSurgery #DirectorImSeongyoon #BoardCertifiedPlasticSurgeon #BestPlaceForLifting

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