What Should You Be Careful About Before a Bulldog Skin Treatment Procedure?

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As we age, the skin on our face loses elasticity and becomes affected by gravity.

The fat that once provided volume in the right places gradually sags downward and gathers, and the loosened cheek fat also droops, forming what is known as “bulldog skin.”

When bulldog skin appears, it can make you look unnecessarily stern and give a dull impression.

In plastic surgery, bulldog skin can be removed through various procedures.

Today, among those options, I will talk about thread lifting, which can provide an immediate lifting effect without the burden of surgery.

Thread lifting?

In general, “thread lifting” refers to a procedure in which dissolvable medical threads with cogs (barbs) are inserted under the skin to physically lift the skin tissue.

Because it physically lifts sagging skin tissue, there are immediately visible changes after the procedure, and since it does not involve a surgical method, one advantage is that recovery is quick.

Bulldog skin is caused by fat in the skin sagging downward and weakened muscles.

As we age, moisture decreases and the balance of the skin tissue breaks down, leading to a loss of elasticity.

Skin that has lost its elasticity is affected by gravity and sags downward.

At this point, the skin tissue that supports the fat in the face also loses elasticity, causing the fat to gather lower down.

When fat accumulates in a sagging area, that part can suddenly appear more protruded.

As a result, nasolabial folds and marionette lines become even deeper.

Thread lifting is particularly effective for bulldog skin because it is a lifting method intended to pull this sagging skin tissue upward.

Be careful about cheekbone prominence.

There may be people who had thread lifting to remove bulldog skin, only to be surprised by side effects such as more prominent cheekbones or a face that appears wider.

There is no doubt that thread lifting is less burdensome than surgery, but because it is a method that physically pulls the flesh upward, it is a procedure that depends greatly on the practitioner's skill.

In addition, most of the threads on the market have barbs spaced every 7 to 8 cm.

Because of this length, when the thread is pulled, the force becomes concentrated around the cheekbone area.

This can cause side effects such as the cheekbones looking larger or the face appearing bigger as a result.

Re:本 Plastic Surgery addresses this issue by producing its own “Reborn Thread” and using it for lifting.

The thread is made slightly longer so the force is not concentrated on the cheekbones and can be distributed more evenly.

Also, to strengthen the tension created by the thread, three strands are used as one set.

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

Another point to keep in mind with thread lifting

Just because thread lifting is performed to remove bulldog skin does not mean some kind of “formula” will apply.

Each person has a different skin type, thickness, and degree and direction of aging, so each individual must be carefully evaluated and a treatment plan must be established.

If the procedure is carried out while ignoring this, problems such as dimpling, where a specific area sinks in, or thread visibility may occur.

Therefore, before undergoing the procedure, we strongly recommend receiving a thorough diagnosis and consultation from a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive clinical experience across various cases.

For the safety and satisfactory results of each patient, Re:本 Plastic Surgery provides an in-person consultation before the procedure with a board-certified plastic surgeon who has over 20 years of experience.

How can bulldog skin be properly removed?

Bulldog skin can be removed using different methods depending on the degree of sagging and each individual’s skin type.

If the bulldog skin is not severe and can be improved by raising overall elasticity, devices such as InMode, Shurink, and Ulthera can be used.

When the sagging is severe and cannot be improved with thread lifting alone, a facelift may also be considered.

Of course, the cases above are only examples. What procedure is suitable for your face must be determined through an accurate diagnosis and consultation with a specialist.

Bulldog skin, with cheek fat protruding downward, can create an overall gloomy and stern impression.

In the case of thread lifting, it is a procedure that can improve the overall facial line by pulling sagging skin tissue upward, resolving the protrusion in the lower area while filling in the upper area at the same time.

However, thread lifting is a delicate procedure whose results can vary depending on the practitioner’s careful technique.

The threads must be inserted to an appropriate depth depending on each person's characteristics, and the pulling direction and force must also be carefully adjusted.

Therefore, if you are considering a bulldog skin treatment procedure, please make sure to do it with highly skilled medical staff who have extensive clinical experience.

Today, we have written helpful information for those looking for information related to bulldog skin treatment procedures.

If you have any further questions about bulldog skin treatment or need help, please visit Re:本 Plastic Surgery.

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

Thank you.

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