Is It Possible to Remove Bulldog Jowls with Facial Thread Lifting?

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“Because my face has sagged, I’ve developed bulldog jowls.”

“Bulldog jowls make me look older and more irritable.”

“I want to change the impression of looking irritable.”

The sagging deep cheek area, commonly called “bulldog jowls,” is one of the signs of aging.

The deep cheek area refers to the fullness that appears on both sides of the mouth.

If you think of a bulldog’s appearance, you may get the idea.

When the deep cheek area sags and the jawline or cheek fat droops in a rounded shape, it creates a lazy and indifferent impression.

There are various ways to remove bulldog jowls, but today we will introduce thread lifting, a method that can physically lift sagging cheek fat.

Thread lifting?

Thread lifting is a procedure that uses PDO medical dissolvable threads to physically lift sagging skin.

The inserted threads gradually dissolve over time and also help stimulate collagen production, improving skin elasticity and wrinkles.

It can be applied to various areas such as a sagging jawline, double chin, nasolabial folds, eye area, and neck wrinkles.

When lifting sagging skin like bulldog jowls, cog threads with barbs are used to hook and pull from within the skin, providing direct lifting.

Because of this, you can feel a visible change right away, and since it is not a surgical method, downtime is short and the burden is relatively low.

Types of thread lifting threads

The threads used for thread lifting can be classified by their ingredients and shape.

First, the ingredients of thread lifting threads can be divided into PDO, PCL, and PLLA.

Each thread has a different dissolution rate and duration.

PDO threads, which are used most commonly, break down relatively quickly, while PLLA threads may last 1 to 2 years, and PCL threads may last more than 2 years.

Rather than assuming that a thread that lasts longer or dissolves faster is always better, the thread should be selected according to the area that needs it.

They can also be classified by shape.

In the case of “cog threads,” represented by Mint threads, barbs are placed throughout the thread to effectively lift the skin tissue.

Mono threads are smooth threads used to stimulate collagen production and increase skin elasticity.

Volume threads, represented by Jambour threads, usually have a spring-like shape.

Rather than pulling up tissue, they create volume to improve wrinkles and then promote collagen production.

When lifting sagging cheek fat such as bulldog jowls, “cog threads” are mainly used.

Can bulldog jowls be removed? Bulldog jowls are caused by fat in the skin sagging downward and by weakened muscles.

As we age, the skin loses moisture, loses elasticity, and develops wrinkles, making the shape more noticeable.

In addition, if bulldog jowls are severe, nasolabial folds and marionette lines become deeper, making the face look much older.

Thread lifting is a lifting method whose main purpose is to pull up sagging skin, so it is especially effective for bulldog jowls.

Thread lifting precautions for bulldog jowl removal

It is true that thread lifting is less burdensome than surgery, but because it uses a physical method, it is a procedure that depends greatly on the practitioner’s skill.

It does not simply end with pulling upward from below.

Before the procedure, the treatment should be designed by comprehensively evaluating each person’s skin characteristics and degree of sagging.

In particular, thread lifting does not produce satisfactory results if it is performed according to some fixed formula like a “factory.”

Instead, problems such as dimpling in certain areas, thread visibility, and inflammation can occur.

In addition, if the insertion points of the threads and the area where the pulled tissue gathers are not properly designed, there may be an issue of the cheekbones appearing larger.

To effectively address these problems, Ribbon Plastic Surgery has developed its own “Ribbon Thread” and uses it for lifting.

Ribbon Thread is especially longer than other threads, which can help solve the problem of the cheekbones appearing larger.

It is made with safe ingredients certified by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, so it can be used with confidence.

Of course, before the procedure, we first perform a suitability test.

Thread lifting is a popular procedure for many people because of its immediate effect and minimal downtime.

However, from a doctor’s perspective, it is true that there are many details to pay attention to.

The procedure must be performed with an accurate understanding of each person’s skin type and desired areas.

With more than 20 years of experience, Ribbon Plastic Surgery recommends and performs lifting tailored to each individual’s face.

If you are concerned about sagging deep cheek area or bulldog jowls, please contact us.

We will do our best to find the best solution for your concerns.

Thank you for reading this long post.