Treatment guide · Thread Lifts

Midface Thread Lift in Seoul

Dissolvable cog threads that lift sagging cheeks and soften smile lines.

Ask the clinic for: 중안면 실리프팅 (앞볼 실리프팅)

Midface Thread Lift explained

A midface thread lift targets the cheek area between the lower eyelid and the mouth. It repositions cheek fat that has moved down with age. This can soften smile lines and a tired look.

How Midface Thread Lift works

Under local anaesthetic, barbed threads are inserted near the temple or upper cheek and passed down through the fat layer toward the smile line. The barbs hold the cheek tissue, which the doctor lifts upward and outward. Collagen forms around the threads as they slowly dissolve.

Who Midface Thread Lift is for

• Mild to moderate cheek sagging
• Deep smile lines caused by descending cheek fat
• A flat or tired-looking midface
• People wanting a lift without adding volume
• Combining with cheek fillers for shape

Who should avoid Midface Thread Lift

• Pregnant or breastfeeding women
• Very thin cheeks with little fat to lift
• Heavy sagging that needs surgery
• Bleeding disorders or blood thinners that cannot be paused
• Active skin infection or inflamed acne

What happens at the appointment

1. Consultation to check whether volume loss or sagging is the main issue
2. Marking of lift lines and photos
3. Local anaesthetic and insertion of threads
4. Lifting, symmetry check and trimming thread ends
5. Cooling and aftercare briefing

Aftercare and flying home

• Avoid big smiles, wide mouth opening and hard chewing for 1–2 weeks
• Sleep on your back with your head raised for about 1 week
• No facial massage, sauna or heat devices for 2–4 weeks
• Avoid alcohol and heavy exercise for about 1 week
• Contact the clinic about increasing pain, redness or fever

Side effects and risks

• Swelling, bruising and tightness for 3–14 days
• Dimpling that usually settles within 1–2 weeks
• Pain when smiling or chewing for a few days
• Rare: infection, visible threads, asymmetry or nerve irritation

How much does Midface Thread Lift cost in Seoul?

₩800,000–₩3,000,000 (about US$590–2,200) — Price depends on the number and type of threads and whether the jowls are treated at the same time. Clinics may price per thread or per area. Prices are estimates and change with promotions.

Why get Midface Thread Lift in Korea?

Seoul doctors perform many thread lifts and often combine them with fillers or HIFU. Korean-made threads keep costs lower than in many other countries.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a midface thread lift cost in Seoul?

A midface thread lift usually costs about ₩800,000–₩3,000,000 in Seoul, around US$590–2,200.

Does a midface thread lift hurt?

Local anaesthetic is used, so you mainly feel pressure. Smiling and chewing may feel sore for several days.

How long does a midface thread lift last?

Results usually last about 12–18 months. Thread material and skin quality affect how long it holds.

When can I fly after a midface thread lift?

Most people fly after 2–3 days. Swelling or bruising may last 1–2 weeks.

Is a midface thread lift safe?

It is generally safe with an experienced doctor. Risks include infection, dimpling, visible threads and asymmetry.

Is a thread lift or filler better for smile lines?

Threads help when smile lines come from sagging cheeks. Fillers help when the cause is volume loss, and many people benefit from both.

Where to get it in Seoul

Foreigner-friendly clinics cluster around Gangnam, Sinsa–Apgujeong–Cheongdam and Myeongdong. Tap a number to zoom in, then tap a pin to ask the clinic on WhatsApp whether they offer this treatment and for a quote.