2026-06-04
Middle-Aged Lifting Recommendations: Differences Between Facelift and Secret Lifting & Wrinkle Improvement Effects
Do you want to improve sagging and wrinkles caused by skin aging? We compare in detail the features, recovery period, and candidates for 345 Plastic Surgery's middle-aged lifting solutions: non-incisional Secret Lifting and FULL Facelift. Experience natural changes through a 1:1 customized consultation with a skilled surgeon boasting 19 years of experience.
Natural Changes of Skin Aging: Why Middle-Aged Lifting is Necessary
Skin aging is a natural phenomenon that happens to everyone as time passes. However, with the recent increase in interest in external appearance across all age groups, more people are seeking middle-aged lifting to slow down the aging process and maintain a younger-looking, youthful appearance.
Because the degree of aging and the depth of wrinkles vary for each individual, it is important to choose a precise, customized solution tailored to your condition rather than a one-size-fits-all procedure. Here, we introduce the customized lifting system for different concerns proposed by 345 Plastic Surgery.
Non-Incisional vs. Incisional: A Quick Comparison of Middle-Aged Lifting
Lifting for the middle-aged demographic is broadly divided into the non-incisional 'Secret Lifting' and the incisional 'FULL Facelift'. These two procedures show distinct differences in expected effects and recovery periods.
| Item | 345 Secret Lifting | 345 FULL Facelift |
|---|---|---|
| Method | Non-incisional, using a fine cannula | Minimal incision in the necessary area |
| Recovery Period | Return to daily life on the same day | Requires about 1 week of recovery |
| Main Effects | Improves sagging jawline and volume | Improves mid-to-lower face and neck wrinkles |
| Characteristics | Natural three-dimensionality and elasticity | Visible and long-term wrinkle removal |
345 Secret Lifting Perfected with a Complex Solution
Secret Lifting is an ideal program for those who want to create a three-dimensional facial line while reducing the burden of incisions. It goes beyond simply pulling the skin by combining fat repositioning and skin boosters to create a synergistic effect.
- STEP 01 Facial Liposuction: Precisely removes unnecessary fat, such as sagging jowls.
- STEP 02 Fat Grafting: Extracts pure fat and fills areas that need volume, such as the forehead or under the eyes.
- STEP 03 Thread Lifting: Pulls in a vertical direction to minimize cheekbone prominence and induce a natural lift.
- STEP 04 Skin Fit Booster: Supplies nutrients to the shallow layers of the skin to simultaneously improve skin tone and pores.
FULL Facelift to Resolve Fundamental Sagging
Skin aging progresses not only in the outer epidermis but also in the muscle layer. Therefore, if severe sagging is a concern, you must not only pull the skin but also reposition the inner muscles.
The facelift at 345 Plastic Surgery precisely lifts in four layers: the epidermis, SMAS layer (fascia), retaining ligaments, and temporal fascia. Through this, it improves the line connecting the face to the neck wrinkles, and is characterized by its expectation of a long-term maintenance period.
The Importance of an Experienced Specialist and Safety System
The results of all lifting surgeries depend on the skill level of the operating surgeon. At 345 Plastic Surgery, Chief Director Dr. Han Kyu-nam, who has 19 years of experience and over 3,000 surgical cases, takes full responsibility from 1:1 consultation to the actual surgery.
In addition, for patient safety, three board-certified anesthesiologists reside at the clinic, establishing a university hospital-level safety system. We always stock the medication 'Dantrolene' in preparation for malignant hyperthermia, a rare side effect that can occur during surgery, and provide systematic aftercare through our recovery center.
We hope you accurately assess your current skin condition and degree of sagging to choose the most suitable middle-aged lifting method for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do the recovery periods for Secret Lifting and a facelift differ?
Secret Lifting allows for daily activities from the day of the procedure, while a facelift requires a recovery period of approximately one week. Secret Lifting is a non-incisional method using a micro-cannula, resulting in faster recovery, whereas a facelift addresses fundamental sagging through minimal incisions, thus requiring relatively more time.
What procedures are combined with Secret Lifting?
It is combined with facial liposuction, fat grafting, thread lifting, and Skinfit Booster. Unnecessary fat is removed, pure fat is filled in areas needing volume, and then thread lifting pulls the skin vertically. Finally, it's a complex solution that simultaneously improves skin tone and pores through Skinfit Booster.
Which lifting procedure is suitable for severe sagging and neck wrinkles?
Full facelift is suitable for severe sagging and neck wrinkles. It meticulously lifts not only the epidermis but also the underlying SMAS layer (fascia layer), retaining ligaments, and temporal fascia in a quadruple layer, fundamentally resolving deep wrinkles in the mid-lower face and offering long-term maintenance effects.
What is the anesthesia safety system for lifting surgery?
Yes, three anesthesiologists are on staff, and we have a university hospital-level safety system. We also always stock dantrolene, a medication for malignant hyperthermia, a rare side effect that can occur during surgery, providing an environment where patients can undergo surgery more safely.