Mini Incision Lift (Mini Incision Lift)
The incision is kept minimal to reduce the burden of scarring, the lift reaches the SMAS layer to address lines, and sagging skin is drawn up for a firmer face.
Mini Incision Lift, In short?
The minimal-incision lift keeps the incision small to reduce the burden of scarring, lifts to the SMAS layer to address lines and draws up sagging skin for a firmer face. It suits the thirties to forties, and recovery tends to be quick at about 1 week.
Source: SM Plastic Surgery Lee Mooyoung Director (board-certified plastic surgeon, clinical experience 24 years)
Key Facts
| Procedure time | About 1 hour |
|---|---|
| Anesthesia Method | Sedation Anesthesia |
| Return to daily life | After 7 days |
| Suture Removal | After 7-10 days |
| Follow-up visits | 2-3 times |
Procedure Information
Treatment Area: Face
Procedure Type: Surgical procedure
Attending Physician: Director Lee Mooyoung
SM's approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the minimal-incision lift hold?
Because the SMAS itself is lifted, it tends to hold longer than non-surgical lifting — generally said to last 3–5 years or more. How long it holds varies with the degree of ageing and the state of the skin.
How does it differ from the incisional lift?
The incisional lift opens from the front of the ear to behind it, covering the midface, lower face and neck lines; the minimal-incision lift opens only in front of the ear, addressing mainly the midface — nasolabial folds and cheek sagging. Recovery is also quicker, at about 1 week.
Why does releasing the retaining ligaments matter?
If the retaining ligaments are not properly released, the tissue must be pulled hard, so the effect suffers and the scar remains large. Releasing them safely lets sagging improve naturally, with scarring kept down.
Consultation guide
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Location: 9F, 435 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea (Gangnam Station)