Is it true that mini facelift surgery is less effective because it’s cheaper?
Gangnam KIDARI Plastic Surgery Interview Site Question: “People say mini facelifts are cheaper and therefore not very effective, and some recommend doing a full facelift instead. What do you think?” Dr. Kim Hyun‑cheol: Mini facelifts are effective! 😊 What really matters is how the surgery is performed. Mini facelifts are divided into temporal mini facelift and lower-face mini facelift. Lower-face mini facelift The key is how well the SMAS layer is lifted. To improve neck wrinkles or jowl sagging, the SMAS must be properly dissected and firmly tightened. In other words, proper SMAS dissection and releasing retaining ligaments are essential for good results.
Why do they use implants in nasal augmentation surgery? Since 2002
Today, we interviewed Dr. Hwang Kyuseok of Homme & Femme Plastic Surgery. As the founder of the Rhinoplasty Research Institute and a mentor to many younger surgeons, he has long pioneered new approaches in nasal surgery. Me: Dr. Hwang, thank you for gladly agreeing to this interview. Dr. Hwang: I should be the one thanking you. I look forward to our conversation. Me: I’m curious about Homme & Femme’s implant‑free rhinoplasty. Dr. Hwang: Simply put, the nose can be beautifully shaped using only our natural tissues. However, many people still…
Is a mini facelift better, or is thread lifting better for me?
Patient Consultation: Where has my once‑firm, bouncy skin gone? I can’t find any trace of it anymore, and now I’m at the age where I have to choose between thread lifting or a mini facelift. From a cost‑effectiveness standpoint, I can’t decide which is better. A thread lift consultation alone costs around 2 million won, which makes me think, “Should I just get a mini facelift instead?” I’m completely stuck. Please help this indecisive person. Dr. Kim Hyun‑cheol, Kidari Plastic Surgery Clinic: The cost of a thread lift being around 2 million won…