Facelift in Korea
Regain beauty lost to time.
Hospitalization
1 day, not required / none
Anesthesia
General / Local with Sedation
Surgery Time
3-5 hours / 2-4 hours
Stitch Removal
After 10-14 days
Recovery Time
2-4 Weeks
*Deep Plane Facelift / Mini Facelift + Endoscopic Facelift
*Deep Plane Facelift / Mini Facelift + Endoscopic Facelift
Hospital Stay
1 day, but not required
Anesthesia
General, Sedation, or Local
Surgery Time
1-4 hours
Recovery Time
1-4 Weeks
Stitch Removal
After 1 week
What is a Facelift?
A facelift is a cosmetic surgical procedure that lifts sagging skin and muscles of the face to improve wrinkles and sagging. It mainly corrects skin laxity, deep wrinkles, and blurred facial contours caused by gravity, aging, or sudden weight loss. Known as “안면거상술” in Korea, various techniques have evolved, ranging from traditional surgeries to minimally invasive methods. The procedure aims for natural-looking results and is tailored to the patient’s individual facial structure and aesthetic goals.
Who Would Benefit From a Facelift?
Although the procedure is most common for people in their 40s to 60s, younger patients in their
20s or 30s with severe sagging due to genetics or weight loss may consider a mini facelift or
thread lift. Better results are expected if the skin retains some elasticity.
We recommend this procedure to those who:
Why Choose ThePLUS
for your Facelift?
World-Class Doctors
Our doctors here at The Plus are experts and world leaders in their fields. Dr. Kim Taek-kyun is an educator as well as a surgeon. A board-certified plastic surgeon and member of plastic surgery societies around the world, he is a published author of plastic surgery textbooks used across the world, and also runs annual educational sessions for other plastic surgeons.
Philosophy
Here at The Plus we are committed to delivering superior medical services through sincere, personalized treatment. Our doctors pride themselves on their dedication to the pursuit of facial harmony relative to each individual patient, and strive for the discovery and enhancement of beauty through their aesthetic surgeries.
Treatment Options
The Plus’ doctors use their extensive experience, and cutting-edge technology and techniques, coupled with their plastic surgery principles to offer solutions for people with all level of concern regarding facial aging and wrinkles. The variety of procedure options and personalized treatment plans mean all patients are treated according to their own concerns and desires.
World-Class Doctors
Our doctors here at The Plus are experts and world leaders in their fields. Dr. Kim Taek-kyun is an educator as well as a surgeon. A board-certified plastic surgeon and member of plastic surgery societies around the world, he is a published author of plastic surgery textbooks used across the world, and also runs annual educational sessions for other plastic surgeons.
Philosophy
Here at The Plus we are committed to delivering superior medical services through sincere, personalized treatment. When it comes to Face Contouring, Dr. Kim believes in the importance of a harmonious balance of the facial features to enhance natural beauty and existing features, and strives to achieve this for all his clients.
Treatment Options
The Plus’ doctors use their extensive experience, and cutting-edge technology and techniques, coupled with their plastic surgery principles to offer solutions for people with all level of concern regarding facial aging and wrinkles. The variety of procedure options and personalized treatment plans mean all patients are treated according to their own concerns and desires.
How is a Facelift Done?
There are various types of facelift procedure available, ranging from in-depth surgeries targeting the SMAS layer to minimally invasive procedures, depending on the client’s skin condition and desired results.
Types of Facelift
Deep Plane Facelift
This method of facelift involves making a long incision along the hairline, from the temple to the neck, to lift the skin and the SMAS layer concurrently.
Mini Facelift
A mini facelift involves making shorter incision, along the hairline from the temple to behind the ear, and focuses on lifting the mid-lower part of the face (cheeks and jawline).
Endoscopic Facelift
The endoscopic facelift is a minimally-invasive procedure, involving making small incisions along the top of the hairline and using an endoscope to lift the brow and forehead area.
What is the SMAS layer?
The SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) is a layer of tissue that lies beneath the skin and fat but above the facial muscles. It plays a crucial role in facial expression and structural support. In facelift surgeries, lifting and repositioning the SMAS—rather than just tightening the skin—results in more natural, longer-lasting outcomes. Targeting this deeper layer helps restore youthful contours while avoiding an overly pulled or artificial look. For this reason, SMAS facelifts are considered the gold standard in modern facial rejuvenation
Deep Plane Facelift VS. Traditional Facelift
What’s the difference?
Simply put, the deep plane facelift is a refined technique that falls under the broader category of traditional facelift procedures. The key distinction lies in the approach to tissue elevation and incision design — while traditional facelifts often involve longer skin incisions, the deep plane method achieves more natural results through occasionally shorter incisions and deeper tissue repositioning. Today, the deep plane facelift is widely regarded as the preferred technique for its ability to deliver long-lasting, youthful contours with minimal visible scarring, and is the preferred method of facelift for patients here at ThePLUS.
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Deep Plane Facelift |
Traditional Facelift | |
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Treatment areas |
Simultaneous treatment of both the mid-face (cheeks and nasolabial folds) and the lower face (jawline and neck). |
Treatment mainly of sagging skin along the neck and jawline. |
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Ideal candidates |
Those who are prioritizing natural-looking results and long-lasting effect. |
Those who are seeking a relatively simple procedure with standardized results. |
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Benefits |
Scarring is minimized and overall facial balance is optimized. |
Slightly lower cost than a deep place facelift. |
Deep Plane Facelift
Traditional Facelift
Non-Surgical Alternative to a Facelift: Thread Lifting
A facelift is a permanent solution to concerns caused by aging, such wrinkles, sagging, and marionette lines. However, people who are showing less obvious signs of aging may not want to opt for such a permanent option. Thread lifting is a non-permanent, non-surgical alternative to a facelift, providing lifting for anti-aging effect and facial line solutions.
Our Process for International Patients
Our team here at The Plus is dedicated to providing the best service to our international clients. To ensure the best possible experience for patients visiting us from overseas we have an in-depth process, providing thorough consultation, language services and sensitivity throughout the duration of your experience.
No Language Barrier
We provide English-language services from consultation to aftercare, removing language barriers from your treatment experience. At The Plus we have English-speaking doctors, but in the case where a doctor does not speak English, translators are provided.
Wide Experience
We at The Plus have a wide range of experience treating patients from across the world, and from many different racial and cultural backgrounds. Our experience enables us to understand each individual client’s need with a sensitivity to cultural features and ideals outside our own.
End-to-End Assistance
All clients here at The Plus are provided with end-to-end assistance, meaning you will receive support from our staff and translators at all points of your treatment process, beginning from your online consultation until the end of your aftercare appointments.
Thorough Online Consultation
We understand that traveling from overseas to receive treatment can be daunting. To alleviate your concerns before arriving in-country, and discuss the details of your treatment, we schedule a through online consultation with one of our doctors for all our international clients.
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Three Elements Unique to ThePlus
The Plus medical staff strive to ensure unrivaled safety and exceptional results.
Boasting over a decade of expertise with a multitude of successful clinical outcomes, we’ve asserted our medical proficiency through presentations at academic conferences, guest lectures, and more. We remain steadfast in our original mission – publishing papers and books worldwide being part of our commitment. Always prioritizing optimum safety and gratifying results, The Plus medical team diligently meets its obligations.
We provide a pleasant environment and trusted service from the moment of consultation to post-operative care.
To ensure the safety of our clients and accurately assess their condition for precise surgery, The Plus Plastic Surgery employs state-of-the-art medical equipment and stringent customer safety procedures. We maintain a systematic approach to deliver top-notch medical services.
Safe surgery using cutting-edge medical
equipment.
Sterilization and disinfection system for a clean environment.
UPS system for patient safety in case of power outage.
Continuous progress checks to maintain safe conditions.
Surgery alone is not enough to keep your condition optimal – The Plus also places great importance on post-surgical care.
We monitor the condition of our clients post-surgery, offering personalized care services designed to reduce recovery time, ensuring the sustainment of optimal surgical outcomes.
1:1 management according to personal needs.
Tissue regeneration using advanced equipment.
Self-care guidance, including massage and acupressure.