Gangnam
Dr. Yoon-Gon Ryu
Aesthetic Medicine Specialist
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A thread lift uses absorbable PDO or PLLA threads, so cost reflects how many threads your face needs across up to 4 zones (cheeks, jawline, jowls, neck) rather than a single flat figure.
Thread lift cost at our Gangnam (Seoul) location depends on the thread type (absorbable PDO or PLLA), how many threads are placed, and which areas are lifted. Because plans are built per face, Dr. Yoongon Ryu confirms your individual cost at consultation rather than quoting one fixed price for everyone.
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A thread lift is a minimally invasive lifting procedure that uses absorbable PDO (polydioxanone) or PLLA (poly-L-lactic acid) threads inserted under the skin to reposition mild sagging and stimulate new collagen. The barbed or cog threads grip descended tissue and lift it upward, giving an immediate mechanical effect, while the body’s healing response builds fresh collagen around each thread over the following weeks. It is popular in Gangnam, Seoul as a step between energy-based tightening and surgery.
Because it works thread by thread, the cost is driven by your anatomy, not a menu price. A patient who needs a few threads to define the jawline invests differently from someone lifting cheeks, jowls, and neck together. Thread material also matters: PDO threads absorb over roughly 6 to 8 months, while PLLA threads last longer and cost more per thread.
At our Gangnam (Seoul) location, thread-lift care is consultation-led. Dr. Yoongon Ryu assesses your degree of sagging, skin thickness, and goals, then designs a thread map and explains the cost transparently in English. International patients are supported here in Gangnam, ~2 minutes from Gangnam Station exit 10, with full multilingual assistance.
Thread lifts rely on absorbable PDO or PLLA threads, and the specifics of those threads are the main cost drivers. PDO threads are the most common and absorb over roughly 6 to 8 months, so they sit at the accessible end of the range. PLLA threads break down more slowly, typically lasting 12 months or more, and cost more per thread because they extend results. Thread design also matters: fine mono threads for skin texture are cheaper than barbed or cog threads engineered to anchor and lift descended tissue. The number of threads is the biggest variable, because a jawline touch-up may use only a handful, while lifting cheeks, jowls, and neck together can require 10 to 20 or more threads. The insertion technique, the areas mapped, and whether the plan combines threads with other lifting all shape the total. This is why the clinic’s doctors set your price after assessment: the thread map is built for your face, not from a fixed list.
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Dr. Yoongon Ryu grades your degree of laxity across up to 4 zones (cheeks, jawline, jowls, neck), which is the single biggest cost factor.
PDO threads absorb over about 6 to 8 months and cost less per thread, while longer-lasting PLLA threads cost more, so material choice moves the total.
A focused jawline lift may use only a handful of threads, while a full lower-face and neck plan can need 10 to 20 or more, and count drives the price.
If your plan pairs threads with energy tightening, 1 or more added sessions are layered in, which changes the overall investment.
After assessment, the clinic’s doctors give you a transparent, individualised cost in English rather than one fixed price for every patient.
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Dr. Yoongon Ryu assesses your sagging and skin, designs a thread map, and explains what drives the cost, in English at our Gangnam (Seoul) location.
The procedure usually takes about 30 to 60 minutes after numbing, depending on how many threads and areas are treated.
Most patients need a single session, so cost is quoted for that plan, with touch-ups considered later as threads absorb.
You see an immediate lift, then a further improvement over 4 to 8 weeks as collagen builds around the threads.
Results typically last about 6 to 18 months by thread type, and gentle aftercare plus periodic maintenance help sustain the lift.
Thread lift cost at our Gangnam (Seoul) location depends on thread type, thread count, and the areas lifted, so it is set per face rather than by a fixed menu. After assessing your sagging, the clinic’s doctors confirm your individual cost at consultation. You can start on our thread lift page.
A thread lift is planned thread by thread, so two faces rarely need the same number or type of threads. A focused jawline lift differs from a full cheek, jowl, and neck plan. That is why cost is set after Dr. Yoongon Ryu maps your face, rather than from a one-size-fits-all figure.
Thread count is usually the biggest factor in your cost. A few threads to define the jawline cost far less than 10 to 20 or more threads lifting cheeks, jowls, and neck together. Your degree of sagging, assessed at consultation, drives how many threads your plan needs.
Yes, PLLA threads generally cost more per thread than PDO threads because they absorb more slowly and extend results, often lasting 12 months or longer. PDO threads absorb over roughly 6 to 8 months and sit at the more accessible end. Your doctor recommends the material that fits your goals and budget.
Results typically last about 6 to 18 months depending on the thread material and your skin, not permanently, because the threads are absorbable. PDO lifts sit toward the shorter end and PLLA toward the longer. Periodic maintenance sessions help sustain the lift and are factored into long-term planning at consultation.
A thread lift is done under local anaesthetic with numbing, so most patients feel pressure rather than sharp pain, and comfort care is included, not a separate charge. Mild soreness, swelling, or bruising can follow for a few days. Your doctor explains the expected recovery before you commit to the plan.
Most patients plan for a few days of mild swelling or bruising and avoid heavy exercise, wide mouth movements, and dental work briefly. Downtime is usually short and does not change the price. You can compare gentler, downtime-light options like Ultherapy Prime at consultation.
You see an immediate mechanical lift on the day, then a further, more natural improvement over 4 to 8 weeks as new collagen forms around the threads. The early lift softens slightly as swelling settles, then the collagen effect builds. Your doctor reviews settling and symmetry at a follow-up visit.
Yes, threads are often paired with energy-based tightening for a fuller result, which adds to the plan but can be more efficient. For example, Thermage FLX tightens skin while threads reposition tissue. Your doctor sequences treatments so the skin is not over-stressed and explains the combined cost upfront.
A thread lift physically repositions tissue with absorbable threads for an immediate effect, while Ultherapy Prime uses micro-focused ultrasound to lift the SMAS layer gradually with no threads. Threads suit mild sagging wanting an instant change; ultrasound suits deeper, non-invasive lifting. Your doctor advises which fits your anatomy and budget.
Most adults with mild to moderate sagging of the cheeks, jawline, or neck are suitable, especially those wanting a minimally invasive step before surgery. A consultation assesses your skin thickness and laxity to confirm fit. Severe sagging may be better suited to surgical face-lift options, which your doctor will explain.
A thread lift is widely performed and generally considered safe when a trained doctor places medical-grade absorbable threads correctly. Temporary swelling, bruising, or mild asymmetry can occur and usually settle. A consultation reviews your history to reduce risks, and Dr. Yoongon Ryu explains what to expect before starting your plan.
Aftercare is simple and inexpensive: sleep face-up for a few nights, avoid vigorous facial movements and pressure, and skip strenuous exercise briefly. These steps protect the lift while collagen builds and are included in guidance, not billed separately. Your doctor gives you a clear recovery plan at your visit.
Your skin thickness and degree of sagging influence how many threads and what technique are needed, which affects the plan and its cost. Thinner or more mature skin may pair better with gentle Ultherapy Prime. Dr. Yoongon Ryu accounts for this at consultation so the plan is safe.
For a thread lift, 2 to 3 days in Seoul is comfortable, allowing a consultation, the procedure, and a short review before any swelling settles. Because it is usually a single session, many international patients complete it in one trip. Our English-speaking Gangnam team helps coordinate timing and cost.
Yes, flying within a day or two is generally fine, though many patients wait until initial swelling eases for comfort. Cabin air is drying, so keep treated skin moisturised and avoid pressure on the face. Your doctor gives travel-friendly aftercare so recovery continues smoothly while you head home.
International patients usually complete a thread lift in one visit, and the clinic offers remote check-ins in English so healing and any touch-up timing stay on track. You can also plan a maintenance session on a later trip as threads absorb. Your treatment notes are kept on file for continuity of care.
| Thread Lift (PDO/PLLA) | Ultherapy Prime (MFU-V) | Thermage FLX (RF) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy / mechanism | Absorbable threads that mechanically lift and stimulate collagen | Micro-focused ultrasound to the SMAS layer | Monopolar radiofrequency that heats the dermis |
| Best for | Mild sagging wanting an immediate lift plus collagen | Deeper lifting of jawline and brow without incisions | Overall skin tightening and texture on the face and body |
| Pain / comfort | Local anaesthetic used; pressure and mild soreness after | Warm, tingling pulses; comfort managed during the session | Brief heat spikes with a cooling handpiece for comfort |
| Downtime | Mild swelling or bruising for several days | Little to no downtime for most patients | Little to no downtime for most patients |
| Results timeline | Immediate lift, then collagen builds over weeks | Gradual over 2 to 3 months as collagen forms | Gradual over 2 to 6 months as collagen remodels |
| Longevity | Roughly 6 to 18 months by thread type | About 12 months, individual-dependent | About 12 months, individual-dependent |
| Cost factors | Thread type and count and areas treated | Number of lines and areas covered | Tip size and treated area |
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