Finding the Best Place for Face Lifting: SNU Plastic Surgery Clinic

Hello. We are SNU Plastic Surgery Clinic, offering lifting procedures.

The term ‘lifting’ was originally used extensively in sports, meaning to raise or pull up. This same meaning is now applied for aesthetic purposes.

So, face lifting means ‘pulling up the face.’ This implies restoring firmness to sagging skin, which is why many people are currently undergoing lifting procedures.

Laser Lifting

In modern society, the most popular procedure for individuals from their late 30s and beyond is laser lifting.

Laser lifting is broadly divided into radiofrequency (RF) and ultrasound. Most clients try both types of procedures and then choose one that yields their desired results, receiving it regularly. This is considered the optimal approach.

Therefore, as the face undergoes the natural aging process, leading to overall sagging and wrinkles, many people opt for laser lifting to improve these conditions all at once.

Rhytidectomy (Facelift)

While laser lifting gained significant popularity in the late 2010s and became mainstream in the 2020s,

before that, surgical methods were commonly used to prevent aging, and one such method was rhytidectomy.

Rhytidectomy, also known as facelift surgery, is a surgical cosmetic procedure performed to improve sagging skin and wrinkles on the face. It typically aims to restore overall elasticity and contour by adjusting the skin, subcutaneous fat, and fascial layers.

In other words, this method has long been preferred to simultaneously improve both wrinkles and elasticity.

What's the Difference?

SNU Plastic Surgery Clinic, a place known for excellent face lifting, performs both types of procedures.

However, there are clear differences between the two. Laser lifting is a non-incisional procedure, whereas rhytidectomy is a micro-incisional surgery. Those who understand this difference naturally choose the former method today.

However, rhytidectomy is specifically needed for certain individuals.

These are people whose faces show severe visible signs of aging, with significant wrinkles and loss of elasticity across the entire face. For such cases, laser lifting would take too long and be difficult to address comprehensively.

In contrast, with rhytidectomy, by identifying and lifting only the key sagging areas, the surrounding sagging areas are also lifted simultaneously.

Laser lifting can be challenging to address comprehensively because even with anesthesia during the procedure, it's not a full facial anesthetic but rather applied to localized areas. This can lead to referred pain, and each client experiences pain differently.

On the other hand, as explained earlier, rhytidectomy involves applying anesthesia around the core sagging areas, incising the tissue in those areas, and then lifting them. This not only provides overall facial improvement but can also result in less pain compared to laser lifting.

Why Rhytidectomy is Still Preferred

Therefore, when looking for a good place for face lifting, you should seek a clinic that offers both laser lifting and rhytidectomy.

SNU Plastic Surgery Clinic is such a place, and at our clinic, many clients still prefer rhytidectomy over laser lifting. The reason is that once people reach their 50s, they enter a period of rapid aging, and undergoing various procedures across the entire face can become exhausting.

Thus, to achieve desired results with a single procedure, rhytidectomy is often considered superior. Ultimately, non-surgical methods have shorter maintenance periods, while rhytidectomy offers a much longer duration of effect. Individual differences make it difficult to specify exact durations.

Furthermore, without necessarily needing to treat the entire face, our clinic divides the facial structure into three areas through consultation with the client, allowing for focused treatment on desired areas.

If you haven't had any procedures for a while and are facing significant overall facial aging, wishing to address it all at once, you might consider SNU Plastic Surgery Clinic. Our clinic proceeds according to the client's wishes and does not proactively suggest procedures.

Additionally, we offer reasonable costs and only perform necessary treatments without excessive procedures. Therefore, if you've spent money at various places without achieving your desired results, we encourage you to visit our clinic for a consultation.

Our clinic offers evening appointments until 8:30 PM every Friday, allowing you to seek aesthetic improvements for the weekend after work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is face lifting?

Face lifting refers to cosmetic procedures that pull up sagging skin to restore firmness, elasticity, and contour. It primarily aims to improve skin sagging and wrinkles caused by aging.

What are the main differences between laser lifting and rhytidectomy?

Laser lifting is a non-incisional procedure, whereas rhytidectomy is a micro-incisional surgery. Laser lifting is suitable for localized treatment, while rhytidectomy is effective for severe wrinkles and loss of elasticity across the entire face.

For what age group is laser lifting generally recommended?

Laser lifting is most commonly performed on individuals from their late 30s and older. It is categorized into radiofrequency and ultrasound methods, and it's advisable to choose one based on desired results and receive regular treatments.

In what cases might rhytidectomy be considered?

Rhytidectomy is suitable for individuals whose faces show severe visible signs of aging, with significant wrinkles and loss of elasticity across the entire face. It is an effective method when laser lifting would take too long or be difficult to address comprehensively.

Does rhytidectomy have a longer duration of effect than laser lifting?

Yes, rhytidectomy has the advantage of a much longer duration of effect than laser lifting. While it's difficult to specify an exact period due to individual differences, a single procedure can provide long-term results.

Does SNU Plastic Surgery Clinic offer evening appointments?

Yes, SNU Plastic Surgery Clinic offers evening appointments until 8:30 PM every Friday. You can conveniently visit for consultations and procedures after work.