Core Principles of Korean Facelift Ponytail Lift Surgery and the Importance of the Mini Three Procedures
Korean facelift techniques have evolved beyond traditional skin‑pulling methods, advancing toward correcting structural facial issues from the deeper layers. In particular, the ponytail lift emphasized by Dr. Hyun‑Chul Kim of Kidari Plastic Surgery in Gangnam is a new concept designed to maximize youthful results. It has gained significant attention because it can improve midface sagging, drooping mouth corners, and anterior cheek volume issues that traditional facelifts cannot resolve. In this article, we share Dr. Kim’s actual explanations and answers…
Is fat suction the answer for sagging cheeks? Solutions explained by Dr. Hyuncheol Kim of Gangnam Kidari Plastic Surgery
Recently, I conducted an in‑depth interview with Director Hyun‑Chul Kim of Kidari Plastic Surgery in Gangnam about cheek sagging. As we age, the first area where many people notice changes is the cheeks, and many look in the mirror wondering, “Why do I look so saggy?” or “Why do my cheeks feel so heavy?” In particular, many people had questions such as whether they need fat grafting, whether fillers would help, or whether removing deep cheek fat would solve the sagging…
People like this see good results with facelift surgery.
Some people who gain weight and later lose it through diet or exercise often feel that their face looks older due to sagging. In our interview with Dr. Hyun‑Chul Kim of Kidari Plastic Surgery, we explored whether these individuals can still benefit from a facelift, what types of patients see the most noticeable improvement, and how common facelift surgery is among people in their 40s. He also explained how facial sagging can be corrected and why people with naturally attractive features often look significantly younger once wrinkles and loose skin are addressed.
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.