If You’re Curious About How Much a Midface Lift Costs, Please Read This

One of the first areas where people notice changes as they age is the midface.

Because this area plays a major role in the overall impression of the face, when elasticity decreases and it starts to sag downward, the entire face can look older.

For this reason, many people consider a lifting procedure, but recently, more people have been choosing thread lifting, which can improve midface sagging without surgery.

A lifting procedure directly pulls the skin upward through an incision, so you can expect a more pronounced effect, but the recovery period is longer and there can be concerns about scarring.

On the other hand, thread lifting works by inserting lifting threads into the skin layer to pull up sagging tissue.

Because no incision is needed, recovery is relatively faster than surgery, making it less of a burden.

Above all, it is becoming a preferred midface lifting procedure because it can restore firmness in a natural-looking way.

For people who want to recover quickly and return to daily life even amid a busy routine, it can be a much more practical alternative than a lifting procedure.

Why thread lifting is recommended over a lifting procedure

The biggest advantages of thread lifting are “naturalness” and “recovery speed.”

Because there is no incision or dissection, bruising and swelling are minimal, and in many cases people can return to daily life the very next day.

Also, because the lifting threads stimulate collagen production in the skin, it can do more than simply lift sagging skin; it can also help restore the skin’s elasticity itself.

A lifting procedure is suitable when there is a lot of excess skin or the sagging is very severe, but for most people in their 30s to 50s, thread lifting alone can provide enough improvement.

In particular, for the midface, the skin and fat layer are thicker than in other parts of the face, so sufficient lifting can be achieved through thread lifting.

In other words, unless a surgical lifting procedure is absolutely necessary, thread lifting can still deliver a sufficiently natural and firm result.

Even if thread lifting seems simple, why you should not take it lightly

Thread lifting may look simple, but that is exactly why the provider’s experience and anatomical understanding are extremely important.

The results can vary dramatically depending on the depth, direction, number of threads, and the strength of the pull.

If too many threads are inserted without care or pulled too tightly, the skin surface can become uneven or look unnatural.

Conversely, if the direction or depth of the threads is incorrect, the lifting effect may fade quickly.

In particular, midface thread lifting requires even more precise technique.

It is not simply a matter of pulling up sagging skin; it requires a process of restoring the central structure of the face to its previous position.

Because facial sagging is influenced by multiple factors such as fat, muscle aging, and decreased skin elasticity, if these are not accurately assessed, the balance of the face can become awkward instead.

It is important to remember that thread lifting is not a “simple minor procedure,” but rather a treatment that can deliver satisfying results only when performed with detailed design and experience.

At our clinic, we take these individual differences into account and perform “tripod-style thread lifting.”

The tripod method is a way of lifting the central face by setting three axes for balanced support.

Compared with a method that simply pulls in one direction, it can provide a more natural and stable lifting effect.

Because the force is distributed across three directions, the thread tension lasts longer and the face does not become awkward-looking over time.

The key to tripod thread lifting is “three-dimensional lifting.”

For the midface, simply lifting upward alone makes it difficult to achieve a natural result.

To lift in a balanced way, you need to consider the direction of the sagging cheeks, the position of the cheekbones, and the depth of the nasolabial folds, then pull from three directions accordingly.

Rather than giving the sensation that the entire face is being pulled upward, it can create a lifting effect that makes the sagging central face feel firmer and more voluminous.

The type of thread is also an important factor.

At our clinic, we use threads that are manufactured in-house so that sufficient tension can be maintained.

Compared with shorter off-the-shelf threads, the insertion point is higher, which provides better traction and can help reduce the issue of skin bunching toward the cheekbones.

Where should you get the procedure done?

These days, there are so many places offering thread lifting that it can be easy to think the results will be similar no matter where you go.

However, thread lifting is not a simple procedure. It requires a deep understanding of facial anatomy, extensive clinical experience, and a refined sense of technique.

The 기준 for deciding where, and at what depth, to place the threads differs from person to person, and the result depends on how accurately the provider understands the facial structure.

Therefore, choosing a clinic based only on price or trends can be risky.

Before the procedure, you should make sure that the medical team carefully analyzes your face through an in-person consultation and explains the lifting direction that suits you.

It is also important to check whether the clinic has a systematic approach to the type of threads used and post-procedure care.

Thread lifting is not simply a procedure that “pulls up sagging skin”; it is a procedure that restores the balance of the face’s center.

In the end, what matters is how natural the result looks and how long it lasts.

You can only expect a satisfactory outcome when the procedure is performed at a place with experienced medical staff and a well-organized consultation system.

Just because you are worried about midface sagging does not mean a lifting procedure is the only answer.

Thanks to advances in technique, thread lifting alone can now produce a firm and natural lifting effect.

However, if you trust only the phrase “simple procedure” and get it done anywhere, the effect may fade quickly or you may regret an unnatural result.

Before the procedure, be sure to receive an accurate diagnosis of your facial structure and choose a clinic where an experienced medical team performs the treatment.

| This post was written for informational purposes in compliance with Article 56, Paragraphs 1 through 15 of the Medical Service Act. All treatments carry the risk of side effects and complications depending on the individual. Before treatment, please be sure to make a thorough consultation with a medical team that has extensive experience before making your decision. |