2026-06-04
Men's Lifting Recommendations: 345 Plastic Surgery's Customized Solution for Improving Jawline and Elasticity Simultaneously
Men's skin is thicker than women's and has a different fat distribution, requiring a specialized lifting approach. Based on over 3,000 clinical cases, 345 Plastic Surgery offers personalized Mini Lifting and SMAS Volume Facelifts—from preventing aging in your 30s to improving elasticity in your 40s—to deliver a sharp jawline and a youthful appearance.
Why Lifting Optimized for Men's Skin Characteristics is Necessary
As men's interest in appearance management grows, the number of individuals seeking lifting procedures to improve nasolabial folds or sagging jawlines is rapidly increasing. However, men's lifting must have a different approach from women's procedures. Because men have thicker skin and a different distribution of soft tissue and fat compared to women, it is crucial to accurately identify the cause and area of sagging.
At 345 Plastic Surgery, we meticulously analyze skin thickness, lifting strength, and the position of retaining ligaments in consideration of these male anatomical characteristics. Through in-depth diagnoses by board-certified plastic surgeons, we focus on creating a sharp jawline that highlights masculinity and a natural, three-dimensional contour.
Age-Specific Customized Men's Lifting Strategies: The Difference Between the 30s and 40s
The progression rate of aging and areas of concern vary by age group. Therefore, establishing a customized plan tailored to the current skin condition must precede any uniform procedure.
- Men's Lifting in the 30s: As the period when full-scale aging begins, the focus is on preventing skin aging and refining a collapsed jawline to create a sharp image.
- Men's Lifting in the 40s: The goal is to create a vibrant and youthful impression by improving deepening fine lines and full-scale loss of skin elasticity.
345's Signature Procedures: Mini Lifting vs. SMAS Volume Facelift
345 Plastic Surgery provides two main solutions depending on the patient's degree of sagging and preferred recovery period.
1. 345 Mini Lifting
This method is suitable for those who do not have severe sagging and want a quick return to daily life. It utilizes a quadruple fixation method rather than simple skin tension.
- Vertical Lifting: Prevents cheekbone prominence while forming a natural, three-dimensional contour.
- Quadruple Pulling: Increases longevity by sequentially pulling and fixing the retaining ligaments, SMAS layer, temporal fascia, and skin.
2. 345 SMAS Volume Facelift
This is a total anti-aging solution recommended when a loss of skin elasticity is accompanied by a decrease in volume.
- Combined Liposuction: Removes unnecessary fat from a double chin or sagging cheeks to create a smooth facial line.
- Autologous Fat Grafting: Enhances three-dimensionality by grafting fat into areas lacking volume, such as under the eyes and side cheeks.
- Minimal Incision Approach: Aids in smooth recovery by controlling the incision range with skilled techniques.
Selection Criteria for a Successful Men's Lifting
Even with clear skin, deep wrinkles and sagging flesh can give an aged impression. Dr. Han Kyu-nam, the chief director and key lifting doctor with over 3,000 surgical experiences, precisely diagnoses the patient's degree of skin aging through 1:1 customized consultations.
Setting the optimal lifting angle that reflects individual skin characteristics and needs leads to highly satisfying results. Rather than simply pulling as much as possible, the key is natural improvement that suits the harmony of one's own face.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does male lifting differ from female lifting?
Yes, the approach itself is different. Men have thicker skin than women and different distributions of soft tissue and fat, so it is necessary to meticulously analyze skin thickness, lifting strength, and the position of retaining ligaments, taking these anatomical characteristics into account during the procedure.
How do the lifting goals for men in their 30s and 40s differ?
The goals differ due to the varying stages of aging. Men in their 30s focus on preventing aging and refining a sagging jawline to create a sharp image, while men in their 40s aim to improve deepening fine wrinkles and reduced skin elasticity.
What procedure is good if the sagging is not severe and I want a quick recovery?
We recommend 345 Mini Lifting. It uses a quadruple fixation method that sequentially pulls the retaining ligaments, SMAS layer, temporal fascia, and skin, rather than just skin tension, to enhance durability and create a natural three-dimensional effect without emphasizing the cheekbones through vertical lifting.
What should I do if I have both skin sagging and volume loss?
We recommend 345 SMAS Volume Lift. This is a total anti-aging solution that suctions unnecessary fat from a double chin or sagging cheeks and grafts autologous fat into areas lacking volume, such as under the eyes or side cheeks, to create a smooth and立体 facial line.
I'm worried about significant scarring after surgery.
You don't need to worry. When performing surgical lifting procedures like SMAS Volume Lift, we aim for minimal incisions based on skilled techniques to reduce the burden of scars and help patients recover smoothly and quickly.