Anti-aging & lifting
Thread lift
A thread lift is a non-surgical option that uses absorbable threads to pull sagging skin upward while stimulating collagen. It suits early laxity that does not yet need a facelift, takes little time and lets you return to normal life immediately.
Who it suits
- Early sagging that does not yet need a facelift
- Jawline and cheeks starting to lose definition
- Cannot take a long recovery period
Technique highlights
- No surgery, no incision
- Lifts while stimulating new collagen
- Pairs well with fat grafting
Surgical steps
- One-to-one consultation and facial analysis with the specialist surgeon before an individual plan is drawn up.
- Anaesthesia: local anaesthesia. The procedure itself takes 30-40 minutes.
- The board-certified plastic surgeon performs the operation personally throughout.
- Recovery is monitored on site and you go home the same day — no inpatient stay.
Recovery & aftercare
- Sutures and dressings: no suture removal.
- Follow-up visits: 1 visit.
- Immediate return to routine, mild swelling for 2-3 days. Cold compresses for the first 2-3 days and sleeping with the head elevated reduce swelling.
Risks & things to consider
- Results depend on each patient's anatomy, skin condition and aftercare, so identical outcomes cannot be guaranteed.
- Stop smoking, alcohol and blood-thinning medication before and after surgery as instructed by your doctor.
- Disclose all previous surgery, medical conditions and drug allergies at the consultation.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take and is a hospital stay needed?
It takes 30-40 minutes under local anaesthesia, with no hospital stay — you go home the same day.
How many days should I stay in Korea?
Typically you are immediate return to routine, mild swelling for 2-3 days, with 1 visit, so plan at least 7-10 days in Korea to cover suture removal and follow-up.
Who performs the surgery at Epic Plastic Surgery?
Epic's board-certified plastic surgeons consult, plan and operate personally. The clinic is on the 12th floor of Sinsa Mi Tower, 616 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul.