Sagging Cheek-Lift for Jowls and Double Chin Too

[Lee U-deuk, Dermatology Specialist]

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This is Lee Giham Dermatology Clinic.

Is there a part of your face that keeps catching your eye every time you look in the mirror? In a photo taken from the side, have you noticed a jawline that looks different from before, or have you ever heard that your expression looks heavy because of sagging cheeks when you smile?

These are natural changes that come with aging, but when you face them directly, they can be surprising and leave you unsure of how to manage them. Today, I’d like to talk about why a sagging cheek-lift is needed, and how a method called Thermage can help.

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I’m Lee U-deuk, a dermatology specialist.

When the face in the mirror feels unfamiliar, when did it start?

As many people enter their mid-40s, they are often startled by their own reflection in the mirror.

The once-defined jawline gradually becomes blurred, and as the cheeks sag downward, they often develop jowls that look like a bulldog’s and a double chin.

Why does the face sag while the weight itself hasn’t increased?

Even when people diet, this area does not change much, which is why many worry about it.

This kind of change can affect not just appearance, but also self-confidence.

Along with regret over the time when they were unable to take care of themselves, we often meet people who feel frustrated because they do not know how to manage it.

When skin elasticity breaks down, the entire face changes

It is important to first understand why these changes happen.

Beneath the epidermis, which is the outer layer of our skin, is the dermis, and within it, protein fibers called collagen and elastin are tightly woven together like a net.

These fibers act like springs that support the skin and keep it firm. But as we age, especially after our mid-30s, these springs begin to snap and loosen one by one.

Then the skin can no longer resist gravity and slowly starts to sag downward.

The cheek area, in particular, contains a thicker layer of fat and more weight, so it sags more easily.

It is like an old sofa cushion that gets compressed and sinks.

Sagging cheek fat covers the jawline, making it look like jowls, and at the same time creates a double chin.

This is the reason many people struggle with reduced skin elasticity beneath the surface.

A method that lifts it again from deep within the skin

So how should sagging cheek-lifting be done?

The Thermage method can be one option.

Thermage is a lifting method that uses radiofrequency energy, and instead of treating only the skin surface, it delivers heat energy to the deeper layers, namely the dermis and even the SMAS layer below it.

The SMAS layer is the fascia that supports the face, and when it loosens, the entire face starts to sag.

Thermage applies heat of about 65 degrees Celsius to this deep layer, causing existing loosened collagen to contract while also stimulating new collagen production.

Simply put, it is like tightening an overstretched rubber band while also creating a new one.

Thermage is designed so that the device protects the skin surface while accurately delivering energy only to the deeper layers.

Address multiple concerns with one treatment

The biggest advantage of Thermage is that it can address not only sagging cheek-lift, but also jowls, a double chin, and the overall facial contour.

Thermage is not a treatment that focuses on just one point; it is a method that approaches the skin’s overall elasticity structure.

It lifts the sagging fat layer in the cheeks, tightens the loosened skin along the jawline, and tidies the boundary between the neck and the jaw.

Some change may be visible right after the procedure, but the real change may appear between 2 and 3 months later.

During this period, new collagen is being formed within the skin, gradually transforming the face into one that is firmer and more elastic.

This natural process is part of Thermage’s appeal.

Keep your daily life the same, and maintain care consistently

One part many people are curious about after treatment is daily life.

Because Thermage does not involve cutting or tearing the skin, you can wash your face and apply makeup starting on the same day.

There may be some redness or swelling immediately after the procedure, but in most cases it subsides within 1 to 3 days.

However, to maintain the changes for a longer time, a few forms of care are needed.

For about one week after the procedure, it is best to avoid places with a lot of heat such as saunas or jjimjilbangs, and it is also advisable to refrain from excessive exercise.

And most importantly, sun protection is essential. Since ultraviolet rays are a major cause of collagen breakdown, you should apply sunscreen with SPF 50 or higher carefully every day to protect the newly formed collagen. Getting enough hydration and moisturizing care also greatly helps the skin.

Regain confidence through natural change

Sagging cheek-lift is not just about changing appearance; it is a process of regaining the confidence that had been lost.

Thermage is not about making a dramatic change, but about approaching the natural facial line you originally had.

Rather than forcing a change to look younger, it is a suitable method for those who want to return to the face they once had.

This is where the philosophy of our Lee Giham Dermatology Clinic comes in.

Our goal is to create a comfortable face rather than an excessive change, and to deliver results people can trust for a long time through honest care and proven methods.

Healthy beauty created together

Everyone has skin concerns.

And depending on how those concerns are addressed, the quality of life can change.

For those who need a sagging cheek-lift, Thermage can be a good option.

However, every skin type is different, and the right method also varies from person to person.

It is important to find the most suitable approach by considering skin thickness, degree of sagging, age, lifestyle habits, and other factors comprehensively.

Sometimes Thermage alone may be enough, and sometimes better results can be achieved by combining it with ultrasound lifting or skin boosters.

What matters more than one single treatment is consistent care.

And we will be with you throughout that process.

To become the name that first comes to mind when skin concerns arise, we will continue to be by your side with honest and careful treatment.

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