Thread Lift in Seoul | The Heal Seoul

How it works

Threads with barbs or cones are placed through fine needles or cannulas under local anaesthetic. They anchor and lift soft tissue, while the body forms collagen around them as they slowly dissolve over months. Smooth threads can also be used to improve skin quality.

Who it's for

It is generally considered for mild to moderate jowls, nasolabial folds and lower-face sagging. Heavy or very thin skin, or marked laxity, may get limited benefit, and surgery may be more appropriate.

What to expect at The Heal Sinsa

Every visit to The Heal Dermatology Sinsa Main Branch, on the 7th floor of Sinsa Square near Sinsa Station, starts with a 1:1 consultation with a Korean board-certified dermatologist and imaging-based skin analysis. Your doctor checks whether Thread Lift actually suits your concern, explains alternatives honestly, and chooses conservative settings. Treatment is done in a private single room, and English or Traditional Chinese support is available on request. Before your visit, note your current medicines, skincare products, allergies and previous procedures so the doctor can plan safely. Pricing is confirmed after consultation; see pricing and payment. Availability of specific devices varies by branch – confirm at consultation.

Sessions & downtime

Sessions: usually 1; results typically last about 6–18 months
Treatment time: about 30–60 minutes
Comfort: local anaesthetic
Downtime: swelling, bruising and tightness typically 3–7 days
Aftercare: avoid wide mouth opening, facial massage and strenuous exercise for about 1–2 weeks

Risks & who should avoid

Possible effects include bruising, swelling, asymmetry, dimpling, palpable or visible threads, infection and thread extrusion, which may need removal. Avoid during pregnancy, with active infection, bleeding disorders or blood thinners (discuss first), keloid tendency, or uncontrolled medical conditions. If you notice increasing pain, spreading redness, blistering, discharge or fever after treatment, contact the clinic promptly and read what to do if complications occur.

Planning around your trip to Seoul

Allow at least several days in Seoul after a thread lift for swelling to settle and for a check-up if needed. Avoid dental work, saunas and facial massage for about two weeks. Read treatment before a flight and how many days to plan, and visit international patients or getting here before you book.

How long does a thread lift last?

Results typically last around six to eighteen months, depending on thread type, number and individual factors. Collagen formed around the threads can extend the effect, but ageing continues and repeat treatment may be considered.

Is a thread lift painful?

Local anaesthetic is used, so most people feel pressure and pulling rather than sharp pain. Soreness and tightness are common for several days, particularly when chewing, yawning or sleeping on your side.

What are the risks of a thread lift?

Common effects include bruising and swelling. Less often, dimpling, asymmetry, palpable threads, infection or extrusion can occur. Choosing an experienced doctor and following aftercare instructions carefully reduces these risks considerably.

Treated by Korean board-certified dermatologists

At The Heal Dermatology, every consultation and procedure is performed or directly supervised by a dermatology specialist (피부과 전문의). Why board certification matters · Meet our doctors · International patient guide · All treatments

Branches: Sinsa (Main) · Jamsil · Dongdaemun · Mapo-Gongdeok

This page is general medical information and does not replace an in-person consultation. Suitability, number of sessions and results vary by individual.

Thread Lift in Seoul by Board-Certified Dermatologists