The Key to Facelift Surgery at Gangnam Plastic Surgery Clinics Is This!

Hello, I am Lee Seong-jun, the chief director of Reting Plastic Surgery Seoul Branch.

Everyone cannot escape the passage of time.

When you suddenly look in the mirror and notice that your facial line has changed from before, you may find yourself thinking, “Do I really need to start taking care of myself now?”

In your 20s, healthy skin may have seemed natural, but once you enter your mid-to-late 30s, you begin to notice changes as elasticity decreases and the skin starts to sag.

In particular, when the facial line breaks down and the nasolabial folds deepen, it can be upsetting to hear that you look more tired or older than before.

But the moment you realize that simple skincare or makeup cannot reverse these changes, you naturally start looking for a more fundamental solution.

Reting Plastic Surgery Seoul Branch

Today’s Brief Talk

Facelift

| ​ ​ | Today’s topic is facelift surgery. If you are considering a facelift, you may be checking the rankings of plastic surgery clinics in Gangnam while looking for a place to visit. A facelift does not simply make you look younger by pulling only the skin on the surface. You need to fully understand the internal anatomical structure of the face and lift the necessary areas in a targeted way to achieve better results. First, the basic principle of a facelift is to lift the fascial layer inside the face. Fascia is the tissue located between the muscles and the subcutaneous fat, and because it has a certain directional alignment, pulling along that direction is the key. |

| ​ ​ | There are several reasons why the face sags, but among them, a tissue called the “retaining ligament” plays an important role. The retaining ligament connects the skin and the bone and plays a key role in maintaining the shape of the face. However, as we age, if the retaining ligament weakens or stretches, it can no longer firmly support the facial tissues, and they are more affected by gravity. As a result, the skin and muscles sag downward. |

| ​ ​ | I see! So the problem is not simply that the skin stretches, but that the tissue supporting the skin becomes weaker, right? |

| | Yes, that is correct. That is why, rather than simply pulling the skin, you need to consider the retaining ligaments and fascia (the membrane surrounding the muscles) for the lifting effect to last longer. |

| ​ ​ | Then, when doing a lift, it is important to understand the internal structure of the face well, right? |

| | Yes, it is. Just as there are “paths” within the face, you need to understand the anatomically important lines and layers well before approaching the procedure. For example, just as there are roads we naturally take even without a map when walking, a more effective result can be achieved in lifting if the anatomical structure beneath the skin is well understood and approached properly. |

| ​ ​ | Doctor, then what steps are the most important during the lifting process? |

| ​ ​ | There are several, but one especially important step is the “dissection” stage. |

| | Does dissection mean separating the tissues? |

| | Yes, that’s right. The face has a fat layer, a fascial layer, and a deeper muscle layer beneath the skin. During the dissection stage, these layers are carefully separated while the necessary areas are lifted. If dissection is done too extensively, bleeding and swelling can become severe. On the other hand, if it is too shallow, the lifting effect may be reduced. Therefore, it is important to maintain the proper depth and carefully dissect only the truly necessary areas. |

| | In the end, the way the dissection stage is performed can affect both the effectiveness of the lift and the side effects, right? |

| | That’s right. No matter how good the lifting method is, if it is done recklessly without anatomical understanding, it can be inefficient. |

| 🚨 Precautions Explained in the Video |

| | Doctor, then what should we be careful about after getting a lift? |

| | Right after surgery, it is helpful to minimize strenuous exercise or intense movements to avoid excessive swelling and bleeding. Another important thing is to refrain from smoking and drinking. Smoking interferes with blood circulation, and alcohol can make swelling worse, so it is best to avoid them for at least 1 to 2 weeks! |

| ​ ​ | Is there also a way to maintain the effects for the long term? |

| ​ ​ | Yes, even after a lift, combining it with consistent skin care can help maintain the effects for a longer time. For example, using laser treatments or ultrasound treatments that help maintain skin elasticity can be a good option. |

| | After today’s discussion, I learned that the important thing is not simply pulling the skin, but approaching the procedure with a solid understanding of anatomical structures such as the retaining ligaments and fascia! |

| | That’s right. Please remember that lifting is not just a simple cosmetic procedure, but a process that requires consideration of structural changes within the face. And don’t forget that post-procedure care is also important! |

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