{"id":466,"date":"2026-05-26T05:04:55","date_gmt":"2026-05-26T05:04:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/?p=466"},"modified":"2026-06-11T04:42:57","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T04:42:57","slug":"cheek-sagging-surgery-midface-lift","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/en\/cheek-sagging-surgery-midface-lift\/","title":{"rendered":"Is fat suction the answer for sagging cheeks? Solutions explained by Dr. Hyuncheol Kim of Gangnam Kidari Plastic Surgery"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br>We recently conducted an in\u2011depth interview with Dr. Hyuncheol Kim of Gangnam Kidari Plastic Surgery about cheek sagging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As we age, the first area where many people notice changes is the cheeks. Looking in the mirror, they often wonder, \u201cWhy do my cheeks look so saggy!\u201d \u201cWhy do they feel so heavy?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Many people wondered whether they should get fat grafting, receive fillers, or remove deep\u2011cheek fat to solve their sagging cheeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through the interview, Dr. Hyuncheol Kim corrected misconceptions and misinformation about cheek\u2011sagging surgery and explained the proper solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>\ud83d\udd0d Based on that information, we have summarized the details about cheek\u2011sagging surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_133825-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-471\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_133825-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_133825-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_133825-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_133825-18x12.png 18w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_133825-440x293.png 440w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_133825-680x453.png 680w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_133825.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 <strong><em>As cheek sagging worsens with age, why do people start considering cheek\u2011lifting surgery?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p>Sagging cheeks are not simply caused by loose skin. It is a structural issue that occurs when the deep\u2011cheek fat located deep inside the face shifts downward due to gravity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When this fat moves out of its original position and shifts downward <strong>Malar hollowing (under\u2011cheek depression)<\/strong>\u2026and this creates a downward\u2011pulling force, resulting in marionette lines, deeper nasolabial folds, and sagging along the jawline.<br>In other words, sagging cheeks are not a problem of skin elasticity but a problem of fat positioning, and this is why many people begin to consider cheek\u2011lifting surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 <strong><em>The position of deep\u2011cheek fat and the structural causes of cheek sagging<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Right below the cheekbone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A soft, pouch\u2011like cluster of fat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Located close to the bone near the root of the canine tooth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Located right next to the muscle that lifts the corner of the mouth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This deep\u2011cheek fat in the face\u2026 <strong>45\u2011degree contour line (front cheekbone line)<\/strong>\u2026it is a key element in creating this contour. This fat plays a crucial role in making the face look attractive and three\u2011dimensional.<br>When this fat sags, it leads to cheek drooping, and eventually many people seek cheek\u2011lifting surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em><br>\u2705<\/em><\/strong> <strong><em>Why you should not choose liposuction for cheek\u2011sagging surgery<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some clinics, as part of cheek\u2011sagging surgery\u2026<br>They were recommending \u201cdeep\u2011cheek fat liposuction.\u201d However, this is a method that should absolutely never be done.<br>The reason is,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deep\u2011cheek fat is enclosed in a fixed pocket, making it difficult to remove through liposuction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Even if it is removed, it disrupts the structural balance of the face.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It\u2019s a misguided approach that removes volume instead of addressing the actual cause of cheek sagging.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, in cheek\u2011sagging surgery, liposuction is not a solution \u2014 it actually creates more problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_132502-1-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_132502-1-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_132502-1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_132502-1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_132502-1-18x12.png 18w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_132502-1-440x293.png 440w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_132502-1-680x453.png 680w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_132502-1.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br>\u2705 <strong><em>Facial contour collapse caused by removing deep\u2011cheek fat <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The cheeks sink inward, creating a hollow and aged appearance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The 45\u2011degree facial contour collapses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The edge line where the front and side of the face meet becomes flattened, making the face look wider.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The facial definition disappears, making you look older.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, if you remove deep\u2011cheek fat during cheek\u2011sagging surgery, it actually makes the sagging look even worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><br>\u2705\u00a0<strong><em>The real solution for cheek\u2011sagging surgery: Midface lift<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the deep\u2011cheek fat has sagged, the best solution is a midface lift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lifting the sagging deep\u2011cheek fat back to its original position<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And, if necessary, slightly reposition it upward and inward<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A method that naturally restores volume above the nasolabial folds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, the key to cheek\u2011sagging surgery is not removing fat, but restoring it to its proper position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deep\u2011cheek fat is a key element that creates the three\u2011dimensional contours of the face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Especially the rounded fullness of the anterior cheek seen at a 45\u2011degree angle \u2014 it\u2019s a key feature that makes the face look younger and more attractive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If this fat is removed, there is no remaining tissue to lift, so even with Endotine or other fixation devices, you cannot create the desired contour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, the most important principle in cheek\u2011sagging surgery is preserving the deep\u2011cheek fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em><br>\u2705<\/em><\/strong> <strong><em>Supplementary cheek\u2011sagging surgery for cases where deep\u2011cheek fat has already been removed<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the deep\u2011cheek fat has already been removed, you can lift the tissues as much as possible with a midface lift and then restore the missing volume with fillers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because fat grafting has unpredictable absorption, fillers are a more reliable option when the goal is to supplement cheek\u2011sagging surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To avoid going through all of this in the first place, it\u2019s best to avoid cheek\u2011sagging surgeries that remove deep\u2011cheek fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_140017-1-1024x672.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_140017-1-1024x672.png 1024w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_140017-1-300x197.png 300w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_140017-1-768x504.png 768w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_140017-1-18x12.png 18w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_140017-1-440x289.png 440w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_140017-1-680x446.png 680w, https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copilot_20260526_140017-1.png 1514w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 <strong><em>The key to cheek\u2011sagging surgery is structural restoration.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cheek sagging is not just a superficial issue caused by loose skin. It is a structural change that occurs when the deep\u2011cheek fat loses its original position and shifts downward from deep within the face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, the key to cheek\u2011sagging surgery is not removing fat, but lifting the displaced fat back into its proper position to restore the face\u2019s original structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people considering cheek\u2011sagging surgery think, \u201cIf I remove the fat, won\u2019t it sag less because it becomes lighter?\u201d  \nBut this approach actually reduces facial volume, collapses the 45\u2011degree contour line, and ultimately makes the face look older.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deep\u2011cheek fat is something that should never be removed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The cause of cheek sagging is not an \u2018excess\u2019 of fat, but the \u2018downward displacement\u2019 of fat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The most natural and fundamental solution is a midface lift.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To preserve the face\u2019s volume and contour, fat must be preserved, lifted, and restored to its proper position.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, cheek\u2011sagging surgery is not just about fixing sagging cheeks; it is a process of restoring facial volume, contour, natural balance, and a youthful appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re concerned about cheek sagging, the solution is not fat removal or simple volume reduction, but\u2014<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the most natural and long\u2011lasting results, it is best to consider cheek\u2011sagging surgery centered on a midface lift, which restores the face\u2019s original structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope this article helps those who are worried about cheek sagging and considering surgery or procedures make a more accurate and informed decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccc F&amp;A (FAQ)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Why is fat removal (liposuction) not recommended for cheek\u2011sagging surgery?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deep\u2011cheek fat is a key structural component that shapes the facial contour, so removing it causes the cheeks to hollow and the face to appear wider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. What is the most effective method for cheek\u2011sagging surgery?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most natural and effective method is lifting the displaced deep\u2011cheek fat back to its original position through a midface lift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. What problems occur if deep\u2011cheek fat is removed?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 45\u2011degree facial contour collapses, the cheeks hollow out, and the face ends up looking aged and worn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. What should you do if the deep\u2011cheek fat has already been removed?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After lifting the tissues with a midface lift, any remaining volume deficiency can be supplemented with fillers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. After cheek\u2011sagging surgery, which is more suitable \u2014 fillers or fat grafting?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fat grafting has unpredictable absorption rates, making fillers a more stable and reliable option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Kidari Plastic Surgery YouTube<\/em><\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/channel\/UC8n-YGd3wJaahGeESfi8ldA?si=hNuQHinfsttJ6o83\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/youtube.com\/channel\/UC8n-YGd3wJaahGeESfi8ldA?si=hNuQHinfsttJ6o83<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ader.naver.com\/v1\/ZEbTACW6lhehbouNheJFJfKu7SFk199BDxjHgySMNBB6OG2ys14GH6AGQK4QfaOJ2Mck6H7CkK-hK6I4SfVXQp0qqInD8-37UqOO6-pzSef9WN4VMcfnjj-MFdzSzFsseu7YYA3xHhKLAIYqcwHciP-8GqFKuvm4BE5WmsRY7F2Ji_65t24d_KulqMA4vymWAMa1N1cdszkCHW74VikZ5LyWb44NuJjyrzNBKWXrl2kTtPmXD_L577FhbiSMRqyo?c=naver.search.pc.plsearch&amp;t=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Kidari Plastic Surgery Clinic website<\/em><\/strong>  beanpoleps.com\/inc\/index.php<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\ucd5c\uadfc \uac15\ub0a8 \ud0a4\ub2e4\ub9ac\uc131\ud615\uc678\uacfc \uae40\ud604\ucca0 \uc6d0\uc7a5\uacfc \ubcfc\ucc98\uc9d0\uc5d0 \ub300\ud574 \uae4a\uc774 \uc788\ub294 \uc778\ud130\ubdf0\ub97c \uc9c4\ud589\ud588\uc2b5\ub2c8\ub2e4. \ub098\uc774\uac00 \ub4e4\uc218\ub85d \uc5bc\uad74\uc5d0\uc11c \uac00\uc7a5 \uba3c\uc800 \ubcc0\ud654\ub97c \ub290\ub07c\ub294 \ubd80\uc704\uac00 \ubc14\ub85c \u2018\ubcfc\u2019\uc774\uc5c8\uace0, \ub9ce\uc740 \ubd84\uc774 \uac70\uc6b8\uc744 \ubcf4\uba70 \u201c\uc65c \uc774\ub807\uac8c \ucc98\uc838 \ubcf4\uc774\uc9c0!\u201d, \u201c\ubcfc\uc774 \uc65c \uc774\ub807\uac8c \ubb34\uac70\uc6cc\uc84c\uc9c0\u201d\ub77c\ub294 \uace0\ubbfc\uc744 \ud558\uace0 \uc788\uc5c8\uc2b5\ub2c8\ub2e4. \ud2b9\ud788 \ubcfc\ucc98\uc9d0\uc744 \ud574\uacb0\ud558\uae30 \uc704\ud574 \uc9c0\ubc29\uc774\uc2dd\uc744 \ud574\uc57c \ud558\ub294\uc9c0, \ud544\ub7ec\ub97c \ub9de\uc544\uc57c \ud558\ub294\uc9c0, \uc2ec\ubd80\ubcfc \uc9c0\ubc29\uc744 \ube7c\uba74 \ud574\uacb0\ub418\ub294\uc9c0 \uc774\ub7f0 \uc9c8\ubb38\uc744 \uac00\uc9c4 \ubd84\ub4e4\uc774 \ub9e4\uc6b0 [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":471,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16],"tags":[285,284,286,291,34,287,290,71,289,145,288,520,528],"class_list":["post-466","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lifting-specialist","tag-285","tag-284","tag-286","tag-291","tag-34","tag-287","tag-290","tag-71","tag-289","tag-145","tag-288","tag-520","tag-528"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/466","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=466"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/466\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":474,"href":"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/466\/revisions\/474"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/471"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=466"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=466"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kdoctorinterview.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=466"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}