Gangnam
Dr. Yoongon Ryu
Aesthetic Medicine Specialist
Flagship clinic · KOL for leading lifting & regenerative devices
Thread lift results typically last around 1 to 2 years, since absorbable threads dissolve over 6 to 12 months while the collagen they stimulate sustains the lift.
A thread lift in Korea typically lasts around 1 to 2 years. The absorbable PDO or PLLA threads dissolve over roughly 6 to 12 months, but the collagen they stimulate continues to support the lift after the threads are gone. Longevity varies with thread type, your age, skin laxity and lifestyle, so a doctor estimates it individually at consultation.
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A thread lift typically lasts around one to two years, but that figure is an average, not a fixed promise, because longevity is built from several factors. The immediate lift comes from the threads physically repositioning tissue. The threads themselves are absorbable: PDO dissolves over roughly six to nine months and PLLA can last longer, around nine to twelve months or more. Crucially, while they dissolve they stimulate your own collagen, so the supportive effect continues after the threads are gone.
Thread type is the biggest single driver of duration. Longer-lasting PLLA or thicker barbed cog threads tend to hold longer than fine mono threads. Beyond the threads, your starting skin laxity, age, bone structure, weight changes, sun exposure and skincare all influence how long the result reads as a lift. Someone with mild laxity and good skin quality usually keeps the effect longer than someone with heavier, more advanced sagging.
Reberry Clinic is consultation-led and a dermatology clinic where thread lifting is performed by the clinic’s doctors. The clinic serves international patients across three Seoul-area locations (Gangnam, Myeongdong, Incheon Airport) with English-speaking support, and gives you an individualized estimate of longevity rather than a one-size duration, so your expectations match your own face.
A thread lift works in two stages, which is why the result lasts longer than the material. First, absorbable PDO or PLLA threads mechanically reposition the tissue for an immediate lift. Second, as the threads break down over months, they trigger a controlled healing response that lays down new collagen along their path. That collagen scaffold keeps providing support after the threads have fully dissolved, so the lift fades gradually rather than disappearing at once.
Because the durable part of the result is biological, longevity depends on how well your skin responds and how you care for it. When longer or more durable results are the priority, the clinic may discuss pairing threads with a collagen-stimulating injectable, or compare an energy-based option such as micro-focused ultrasound or a mid-dermis ultrasound device whose results also build and fade on their own timelines.
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Day 1, the threads physically reposition tissue for a visible lift right after placement.
Over the first 4 to 8 weeks, new collagen forms along the threads and reinforces the result.
PDO absorbs over about 6 to 9 months; PLLA can last around 9 to 12 months or more.
After the threads are gone, the stimulated collagen keeps supporting the lift for many more months.
A top-up around the 12 to 18 month mark can refresh and extend the effect if you wish.
See representative outcomes from Reberry Clinic. Results build gradually and vary by individual; your plan is assessed at consultation.
An English-language consultation assesses your laxity and skin quality and estimates how long a thread lift is likely to last for you.
Under local anesthetic, the doctor places the planned threads; a session commonly takes 30 to 60 minutes.
Most patients have a single session, so it fits a short Seoul trip; a future top-up is optional.
You see an immediate lift refining over 4 to 8 weeks, then a result that holds and gradually eases over 1 to 2 years.
SPF, good skincare and an optional maintenance session around 12 to 18 months help extend the effect.
A thread lift typically lasts around 1 to 2 years. The absorbable threads dissolve over roughly 6 to 12 months, but the collagen they stimulate sustains the lift afterward. Duration varies per person, so your doctor estimates it individually when planning your thread lift.
Because the lift comes in two stages: the threads reposition tissue, then as they dissolve they stimulate your own collagen. That collagen scaffold keeps supporting the lift after the threads are gone. This biological effect is why the result fades gradually rather than ending when the thread lift material absorbs.
Longer-lasting PLLA threads and thicker barbed cog threads generally hold longer than fine mono threads, often around 9 to 12 months or more before absorbing. The right type depends on your goals and laxity. Your doctor recommends a thread mix during your thread lift assessment and explains how it affects expected longevity.
Heavier starting laxity, older or thinner skin, significant weight changes, smoking and sun exposure can all shorten how long the lift reads as a lift. Good skincare and SPF help protect the new collagen. Your doctor factors these in when estimating your individual duration during the consultation.
No, the change is gradual, not sudden, because the collagen stimulated by the threads continues to support the tissue after the threads absorb. The lift eases slowly over many months. This is why results are described as fading over 1 to 2 years rather than stopping abruptly.
Yes, to a degree; protecting your skin with SPF, maintaining a stable weight, good skincare and an optional top-up around 12 to 18 months all help extend the result. Pairing threads with an energy lifting treatment is another option. Your doctor outlines a personalized maintenance plan at consultation.
A top-up is commonly considered around 12 to 18 months, once the previous lift has eased, though timing is individual. It is not usually repeated sooner. Your doctor reviews how your result is holding and advises when a refresh would add value during a follow-up discussion.
No, a thread lift is not a one-time fix; it is a temporary lift that gradually fades over 1 to 2 years as threads dissolve and collagen support eases. Many patients refresh it periodically. Setting this expectation is part of the consultation so you can plan maintenance around your goals and budget.
They are broadly comparable: a thread lift often lasts around 1 to 2 years, while energy devices commonly last about a year as collagen sustains the effect. The best match depends on your laxity and preference. Compare Ultherapy Prime and Sofwave with the team.
Often yes; pairing a thread lift with a collagen-stimulating injectable can support skin quality as the lift settles, helping the result hold. Combining is planned so areas do not conflict. Ask about Rejuran Healer at consultation so the sequence and longevity goals are clear.
The result typically looks its best around 4 to 8 weeks after the procedure, once early swelling has settled and new collagen has formed, refining the immediate lift. It then holds before gradually easing. Your doctor maps this timeline so you know when to judge your final outcome.
No, longevity varies with thread type, age, skin laxity, bone structure and lifestyle, so two people can get noticeably different durations from the same plan. This is why a fixed promise is not given. Your doctor provides an individualized estimate during your assessment rather than a single figure.
Yes, Reberry Clinic serves international patients with English-speaking support across three Seoul-area locations, including one near Incheon Airport, and plans for durability. You are assessed on your trip and supported afterward from abroad. Message us on WhatsApp to discuss expected longevity and plan your visit.
Not necessarily; an optional top-up around 12 to 18 months can be timed to a future trip, and your aftercare guidance helps you maintain results in the meantime. There is no urgent return requirement. Our team helps you plan any maintenance around your travel rather than tying you to Seoul.
Because most patients have a single session, even a short trip works, though allowing 2 to 3 extra days lets early swelling settle before you fly. Longevity is unaffected by trip length. Our team schedules the session around your itinerary and explains how to protect the result afterward.
| Thread Lift | Ultherapy Prime | Sofwave | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy / mechanism | Absorbable PDO/PLLA threads plus stimulated collagen | Micro-focused ultrasound (MFU) to the SMAS with DEEPSEE imaging | SUPERB synchronous ultrasound to the mid-dermis (~1.5 mm) |
| Typical longevity | Around 1 to 2 years depending on thread type | Often around a year as collagen sustains the effect | Often around a year as collagen sustains the effect |
| What sustains it | Collagen laid down as threads dissolve | Collagen built by deep ultrasound heating | Collagen built by mid-dermis ultrasound |
| Results timeline | Immediate lift, refining over weeks | Gradual over 2 to 3 months | Gradual over 2 to 3 months |
| Best for | Immediate repositioning of sagging tissue | Lifting deeper, sagging tissue without insertion | Mid-depth lift and broad laxity |
| Maintenance | Optional top-up around 12 to 18 months | Maintenance session to sustain results | Maintenance session to sustain results |
| Cost context | Consultation-led; depends on thread count and type | Consultation-led; depends on lines and area | Consultation-led; depends on area |
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