Subtle, Natural Beauty with Facial Wrinkle Lifting at Sinsa Station Leting Plastic Surgery

Hello.

I’m Director Lee Seong-jun of Leting Plastic Surgery Seoul Branch.

As we get older,

changes in the facial line and deeper wrinkles

can make us feel distanced

from the face we used to know.

When you reach your 50s and 60s,

looking at deep wrinkles around the eyes, mouth, or cheek dimple area,

you may comfort yourself by thinking,

"It’s probably just a natural part of aging."

But at the same time,

you may also feel saddened by the unfamiliar face in the mirror.

As wrinkles deepen along with the years you have accumulated,

there are moments when they can make your identity seem blurred,

and it may naturally lead you to think,

"Maybe I need a little change."

These feelings are not simply about appearance;

they are also about how you see yourself.

That is why many people carefully begin looking into facial wrinkle lifting.

What is facial wrinkle lifting?

Facial wrinkle lifting is

one option considered to improve

skin elasticity loss and a blurred facial line

that occur with age.

At first, people often think of thread lifting or laser procedures,

but when loss of elasticity becomes more noticeable

and wrinkles become deeper and more pronounced,

especially in middle-aged and older adults,

these procedures alone may not produce

satisfactory results.

In such cases,

a facelift, which is the Sinsa Station Leting Plastic Surgery approach,

may be considered as a way to address the underlying cause.

Facial wrinkle lifting is one of several facelift methods.

Facial wrinkle lifting is one type among various facelift procedures.

Not all facelifts are performed the same way.

From an anatomical standpoint,

the surgical scope and method vary depending on which area of the face has experienced sagging.

✔️ Mini facelift:

The incision runs from the sideburn area to the middle of the ear,

and the procedure focuses on the midface and lower midface.

✔️ Facelift:

The incision runs from the sideburn area to behind the earlobe,

and compared to a mini facelift,

it is a broader procedure that improves the lower midface and jawline at the same time,

with a focus on the lower face.

✔️ Face + full neck lift:

In addition to the facelift,

this method also smooths the neck line,

with incisions extending from the area in front of and behind the ear to the back hairline of the neck,

and it has the widest range of improvement.

The appropriate surgical scope can vary depending on age

and the current degree of facial sagging.

In particular, for people in their late 50s and 60s or older,

moderate to severe skin laxity is often present,

so they are frequently advised to undergo a facelift or a full face + neck lift.

At this point, the important thing is to consult with the medical team

and discuss the scope that is right for you.

Rather than simply choosing it because "everyone around me is doing it,"

the surgical plan should be based on the structural condition of your own face

in order to expect a satisfactory result.

So what kind of surgery is facial wrinkle lifting?

Many people think,

"If I pull the skin, the wrinkles will smooth out,"

but in reality, the key cause of facial line changes is sagging of the SMAS layer,

a structure beneath the skin.

A facelift does not simply pull the outer skin.

It cuts and repositions the loosened SMAS layer and retaining ligaments

in an anatomically organized way,

then secures them again to redefine the facial line.

Through this structural approach,

improving the underlying cause of reduced elasticity

is the key to creating natural and lasting results.

Wouldn’t it be enough to just improve the face?

In fact, many people initially worry only about the face.

But one of the most common things people say after surgery is,

"My face looks fine, but my eyes and neck seem like they belong to different people..."

Face and neck are anatomically continuous structures,

and the SMAS layer extends from the face

to the platysma muscle layer of the neck.

So if only the face is treated and the neck is left unchanged,

the overall impression may feel asymmetrical.

Especially for people in their 50s and older,

not only the face but also the neck often loses elasticity at the same time,

so considering the neck from the beginning

and performing a full lift can create a more harmonious result.

This can vary depending on each person’s condition,

so it is important to make an accurate decision through consultation.

How is the surgery performed?

A facelift surgery generally begins

with an incision in front of or behind the ear,

and continues along the hairline.

If a neck lift is included,

the incision range may be extended

from behind the ear into the scalp.

The incision site is mostly designed along the skin’s natural lines,

and it tends to fade gradually over time.

However, depending on skin characteristics or body constitution,

the recovery pattern may differ,

and if scar reactions are strong, aftercare may be necessary.

It is important to fully understand the explanation and precautions

for the pre- and post-surgery process

according to the guidance of the medical team at Sinsa Station Leting Plastic Surgery.

Are you worried about side effects?

When considering a lift procedure,

the question people ask most often is,

"Won’t there be scars or a pixie ear deformity?"

In addition, many people worry about various possibilities such as

✔️ swelling

✔️ bruising

✔️ sensory changes

✔️ uneven tissue balance

In particular, the "pixie ear" phenomenon

can occur when the skin is excessively removed

or when the fascial layer is not properly secured,

and it may appear as if the earlobe is curling upward.

To help prevent such problems,

a surgical design that separately dissects the skin and fascial layer

and secures them in the appropriate direction is important.

Also, swelling or asymmetry that may occur temporarily right after surgery

usually improves naturally as recovery progresses,

and the speed of recovery may vary from person to person depending on skin condition and overall health.

Above all, it is important to fully understand the expected course

through thorough consultation before surgery,

and to continue regular follow-up and care after surgery.

How long does a facelift last?

In general, the duration of a facelift’s effect

is known to be about 5 to 10 years.

However, it can vary depending on skin thickness, aging speed,

surgical method, and lifestyle habits.

To ensure a fast and healthy recovery,

lifestyle management such as the following is needed:

📌 Sun protection

📌 Adequate moisturizing

📌 No smoking

📌 Avoiding excessive skin irritation

Also, as time passes, if necessary,

it may help maintain elasticity by combining with non-incisional lifting procedures.

However, since already progressed skin sagging is difficult to resolve with non-incisional procedures alone,

it is important to choose the appropriate method through consultation with the medical team.

Still 고민 중이신가요?

"At my age, is it okay to change something?"

Many people look in the mirror with this thought.

But the person who has looked at my face the longest

is none other than myself.

If this change does not feel unfamiliar,

and if you want to preserve a little more of what feels like you,

it may be worth respecting that feeling.

Surgery is not simply a change in appearance,

but can be one way to choose the direction of your own life.

Rather than making a rushed decision,

we recommend receiving a realistic consultation at Sinsa Station Leting Plastic Surgery

based on your individual facial structure and skin condition.

Change takes courage.

But if that change is a choice that preserves your natural beauty,

it can be a meaningful challenge.

Thank you for reading this long post.

I hope you become more naturally youthful tomorrow than today,

and even more so the day after.

This was Director Lee Seong-jun of Seoul Leting Plastic Surgery.

This article is

content intended to provide general information about facial wrinkle lifting procedures.

Whether or not to actually undergo surgery

should be determined based on an individual’s health condition and purpose,

and should be decided through consultation with a qualified medical professional.

If you would like more detailed information,

please check the YouTube link below for more details.

https://youtu.be/cuXfTMVqdK4?si=Lqlma2I38tcGbsmn