This procedure has drawn steady attention in the fields of facelift and midface lifting,<\/p>\n and as a result, questions and inquiries keep coming in not only from Korean doctors but also from medical professionals overseas. In particular, there is growing academic interest in the actual surgical process, the anatomical approach, longevity, and the principles behind midface improvement.<\/p>\n Accordingly, going forward, kdoctorinterview.com<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0will run a surgical observation program for medical professionals in Korea and abroad.<\/p>\n The program will consist of 10 sessions in total, and we are currently coordinating schedules with invited medical professionals from 14 countries.<\/p>\n The facelift is a procedure with relatively well-established techniques and anatomical standards. The term \u201cmini facelift,\u201d on the other hand, means very different things from clinic to clinic.<\/p>\n Some clinics use it to mean a lift focused on the skin layer,<\/p>\n some include dissection of the SMAS layer,<\/p>\n and some even describe a concept similar to a thread lift as a mini facelift.<\/p>\n So for medical professionals, what matters is not the name \u201cmini facelift\u201d itself, but understanding<\/p>\n how deep the dissection goes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n which structures are fixed<\/p>\n<\/li>\n how the midface is restored<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \u2014these are the key points.<\/p>\n Dr. Kim Hyun-cheol explains that the biggest problem with the mini facelift is not scarring or swelling, but longevity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Even if the results look good right after surgery, if the tissue descends again<\/p>\n after a certain period, patient satisfaction will inevitably drop.<\/p>\n That is why, instead of simply pulling the skin, Kidari Plastic Surgery repositions structures at a deeper layer with the Triple Periosteal Dissection Mini Facelift<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The defining feature of the Triple Periosteal Dissection Mini Facelift is the depth of the surgery.<\/p>\n While typical mini facelifts often focus on the skin or the SMAS layer,<\/p>\n triple periosteal dissection goes all the way down to the deepest layer covering the facial bones \u2014 the periosteum<\/strong> level \u2014 where the dissection is performed.<\/p>\n In other words, rather than simply pulling the skin,<\/p>\n it is a procedure that repositions the deep tissues that have descended with aging at a deep layer, aiming for a more fundamental lift.<\/p>\n The main reason this procedure is drawing attention is its effect on midface improvement.<\/p>\n As we age and the deep cheek fat moves downward, problems such as<\/p>\n nasolabial folds<\/p>\n<\/li>\n sagging at the sides of the mouth<\/p>\n<\/li>\n a hollow midface<\/p>\n<\/li>\n a heavy-looking appearance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n begin to appear.<\/p>\n Triple periosteal dissection aims to restore a younger, more three-dimensional midface by repositioning these deep tissues upward at the subperiosteal level.<\/p>\n Another advantage of midface subperiosteal dissection is that it can help restore volume, going beyond a simple lift.<\/p>\n Traction centered on the SMAS layer alone may have limits in restoring the three-dimensional contour of the front cheeks.<\/p>\n In contrast, tissue moved upward through subperiosteal dissection more naturally supports the under-eye area and the Indian lines, which can ultimately help improve front cheek volume and bring vitality back to the face.<\/p>\n When the midface is restored close to its original position, you can expect<\/p>\n a tidier jawline<\/p>\n<\/li>\n improvement of sagging cheeks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n lifting around the corners of the mouth<\/p>\n<\/li>\n a more defined facial contour<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n and more.<\/p>\n In fact, some patients say their face looks smaller and more refined.<\/p>\n Because triple periosteal dissection securely fixes the deep layers, excessive tension on the skin itself is not needed.<\/p>\n Accordingly,<\/p>\n the incision line in front of the ear<\/p>\n<\/li>\n the temple area<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n the scar burden in areas like these can be reduced,<\/p>\n and it can help soften an unnaturally pulled look.<\/p>\n Dr. Kim Hyun-cheol explains that the reason is \u201cdifficulty.\u201d<\/p>\n To reach the periosteal level,<\/p>\n Facial nerves<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Sensory nerves<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Vascular structures<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Deep fat layer<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \u2014 all of these require a high level of anatomical understanding.<\/p>\n If deep dissection is attempted without sufficient experience, there may be risks such as<\/p>\n nerve damage<\/p>\n<\/li>\n sensory abnormalities<\/p>\n<\/li>\n unnatural facial expressions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n and more.<\/p>\n Therefore, medical professionals must consider not only the depth of dissection but also anatomical safety and the level of surgical skill.<\/p>\n Because triple periosteal dissection reaches deeper layers, initial swelling may last a little longer than with a typical mini facelift.<\/p>\n Although it varies from person to person, swelling recovery generally may take a few more days, so if you have important plans, it is best to schedule your surgery carefully.<\/p>\n Since this interview, inquiries from medical professionals in Korea and abroad have continued, and requests to see the actual surgical process firsthand are increasing.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/%ED%82%A4%EB%8B%A4%EB%A6%AC%EC%84%B1%ED%98%95%EC%99%B8%EA%B3%BC.png\")
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\nWhy the Triple Periosteal Dissection Mini Facelift?<\/h2>\n
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\nThe Biggest Limitation of the Mini Facelift, According to Dr. Kim Hyun-cheol<\/h2>\n
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\nThe Core of Triple Periosteal Dissection<\/h2>\n
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\nImproving Indian Lines and Front Cheek Volume<\/h2>\n
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\nAdvantages in Scar Management<\/h2>\n
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\nWhy Don\u2019t All Clinics Offer It?<\/h2>\n
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\nRecovery Process<\/h2>\n
\nSurgical Observation Program<\/h1>\n<\/p>\n