If a Full Facelift Feels Burdensome, We Recommend a Mini Facelift

Hello.

This is Vibe Plastic Surgery.

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Facial sagging caused by the aging process,

or skin sagging after cheekbone and facial contouring surgeries—

for those who are worried about these issues,

we have brought some news related to lifting.

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If you want more definite results

than thread lifting,

but a full facelift feels burdensome,

how about a mini facelift?

Let's learn more about lifting surgeries.

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Because everyone's skin thickness,

elasticity, and condition are all different,

there is no specific age requirement.

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Recently, in cases where sagging occurs after facial contouring surgery,

or when sagging comes after a rapid diet,

when nasolabial folds deepen due to aging,

when the facial line becomes unbalanced as the skin sags,

or when wrinkles deepen overall on the face

and elasticity has significantly decreased,

people are undergoing lifting surgeries or procedures.

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These days, like ultrasound energy HIFU lifting devices,

there are procedures that can be received without the burden of surgery,

so if your skin elasticity is good, non-surgical methods

are more than enough for management.

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For those in their 30s and older,

since many people experience a loss of skin elasticity,

it is necessary to restore elasticity with strong thread lifting

such as MINT Lift or Silhouette Soft.

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However, if you haven't seen results

with just laser lifting or thread lifting alone,

methods involving incisions,

such as a full facelift or mini facelift, may be more effective.

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A mini facelift has the advantage

of having a smaller incision area and faster recovery

compared to a full facelift.

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The incision areas

can be broadly divided

into two main methods.

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01. Mid-face

Known as a mid-face mini facelift,

this method improves sagging in the front cheeks and cheekbones

through a scalp incision near the temples.

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02. Lower-face

Known as a lower-face mini facelift,

this method pulls the jawline and neck wrinkles

through incisions in front of and behind the ears.

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The major difference between a mini facelift and a full facelift

is that the extent of the incision and dissection is different.

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For a full facelift,

you can expect larger incision scars

and a longer recovery period after surgery.

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On the other hand, in the case of a mini facelift,

because small incisions are made

in front of the ears, behind the ears, or inside the hairline

so that scars are barely visible,

it reduces the burden of incision scars

compared to a traditional full facelift,

while maximizing the lifting effect,

making it a surgery with more advantages.

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A full facelift is a much more fundamental surgical method,

with a wider dissection range and a more robust traction method,

so its longevity is much better.

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A mini facelift is a customized surgical method

designed for cases where you want to feel more effects

than thread lifting or other laser devices,

but find a full facelift burdensome.

It is tailored to fit these needs.

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A mid-face mini facelift

is effective when the front cheeks are sagging

after cheekbone surgery.

You can see more effects

from below the eyebrows to the line above the earlobes.

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A lower-face mini facelift

is effective for the areas from the line below the earlobes

to the nasolabial folds, jawline, and neck wrinkles.

You can see great results here.

It is effective when there is sagging

after front chin surgery or square jaw surgery.

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Since a full facelift has a wider dissection range

than eye or nose surgeries, it is recommended

to undergo it when you have enough time to spare.

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We recommend getting it when skin aging begins

and you feel that the sagging of your cheek and jaw fat

has become too severe.

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For anti-aging surgeries, including a full facelift,

it is necessary to resolve the fundamental causes of aging

after thoroughly checking the skin thickness, degree of aging, and current skin condition.

Therefore, we highly recommend

consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon

to find the most suitable method

for yourself.

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By adhering to medical safety standards

and operating a 1:1 dedicated system with a board-certified plastic surgeon,

you can receive satisfactory medical services

from start to finish,

and we take responsibility for meticulous aftercare

to ensure a quick recovery to your daily life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recommended age to get a lifting surgery?

There is no set age. Skin thickness and elasticity vary from person to person, and recently, lifting surgeries or procedures are performed regardless of age in cases where facial lines have become unbalanced due to sagging after facial contouring surgery, rapid dieting, or nasolabial folds caused by aging.

What is the biggest difference between mini-lifting and a full facelift?

The biggest difference is the extent of incision and dissection. A full facelift involves a wide dissection range and provides excellent, long-lasting results due to robust tightening, but it comes with concerns about scars and a longer recovery period. In contrast, mini-lifting involves small incisions in front of or behind the ear, or within the hairline, reducing scar concerns and allowing for faster recovery.

My cheeks have sagged after facial contouring surgery, what kind of lifting is suitable?

Mid-face mini-lifting is effective. If the front cheek area has sagged after cheekbone surgery, an incision in the scalp near the temples can lift the area from below the eyebrows to above the earlobes, significantly helping to improve sagging.

Can mini-lifting be done when the jawline has collapsed after square jaw surgery?

Yes, it can be improved with lower-face mini-lifting. Through incisions in front of or behind the ear, the area from below the earlobes to the nasolabial folds, jawline, and neck wrinkles can be lifted, making it very effective for sagging that occurs after chin or square jaw surgery.

When is the best time to get a full facelift?

It is recommended to get a full facelift when you have ample time. Compared to eye or nose surgery, the dissection range is wider, requiring a recovery period, and it is best to consider it when skin aging has fully begun and you feel that sagging of the cheeks and jowls is too severe.