2026-06-04
Worried About Sagging Cheeks and Nasolabial Folds? The Effects and Features of Minimal Incision Lifting with Less Scarring
Sagging cheeks and deepening nasolabial folds that occur with aging require fundamental improvement beyond simple skincare. At 345 Plastic Surgery, we help restore natural elasticity through a 4-layer lifting technique that pulls the skin layer, SMAS layer, retaining ligaments, and temporal fascia. Discover our lifting solutions that reduce scarring concerns with age-specific customized designs and hidden incision methods.
Skin Aging and Sagging Cheeks: Why Do They Occur?
The natural aging process that comes with time manifests differently for everyone. Typical signs include sagging cheeks that cause an uneven facial contour due to a loss of skin elasticity, or deepening nasolabial folds around the mouth and nose. These changes are not simply a problem of the outer skin, but occur because the deep tissues beneath the skin sag under the influence of gravity.
345's '4-Layer Lifting' That Pulls from the Inside, Not Just the Surface
If only the skin layer is pulled, the lifting effect may be minimal or the skin may quickly sag again. For better recovery and long-lasting results, the deep layers beneath the skin must be corrected together. At 345 Plastic Surgery, we pull the following four core layers in a vertical direction.
- Skin Layer: Improves visible sagging.
- SMAS Layer (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System): The fascial layer that is the fundamental cause of skin aging.
- Retaining Ligaments: The support structure that firmly holds the tissues.
- Temporal Fascia: The area that increases the fixation strength of the upper tissues.
※ You can see the sharpened jawline and improved facial contours through before-and-after comparisons of actual surgery cases.
Customized Lifting Solutions by Age and Skin Type
Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, we propose an optimized surgical method based on the individual's degree of aging and skin characteristics.
1. Mini Lifting for Those in Their 20s and 30s
Suitable for the early stages when skin sagging begins, this method involves relatively less swelling and bruising, allowing you to expect a quick return to daily life.
2. Minimal Incision Lifting for Those in Their 30s and 40s
Recommended for those who want powerful effects while reducing the burden of scarring. It increases elasticity by repositioning the tissues in a vertical direction.
3. SMAS Volume Lift for Those in Their 40s and 50s
When facial volume is needed along with wrinkle improvement, this combines minimal incisions with volume repositioning to help create a youthful image.
'Hidden Incision' Know-How to Reduce Concerns About Scarring and Hair Loss
The biggest concern with surgical lifting that requires incisions is scarring. 345 Plastic Surgery adopts a Hidden Incision method that utilizes the creases inside the hairline. Through this, we control the surgical marks to be virtually unnoticeable and perform meticulous surgery that considers the burden of hair loss by minimizing damage to the hair follicles.
The Medical Team's Expertise Determines the Results
Lifting surgery is a highly difficult procedure that deals with nerve lines and muscle layers. It is of utmost importance to determine the most necessary incision range and lifting intensity for you through a 1:1 consultation with a specialist who has over 19 years of clinical experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which skin layers should be pulled during a lifting surgery for effective results?
For effective results, four key layers—the skin layer, SMAS layer, retaining ligaments, and temporal fascia—should be pulled together. Pulling only the surface of the skin may yield minimal results, so it is important to correct deep tissues in a vertical direction to enhance recovery and sustainability.
Can people in their 20s and 30s also undergo lifting surgery?
Yes, individuals in their 20s and 30s can receive mini-lifting at the early stages of skin sagging. It is characterized by relatively less swelling and bruising, allowing for a quick return to daily life after surgery, and is customized according to the individual's degree of aging.
I'm worried about significant scarring after lifting surgery.
The hidden incision method can significantly reduce concerns about scarring. Incisions are made between the wrinkles within the hairline, making surgical marks almost unnoticeable, and meticulous surgery minimizes damage to hair follicles, reducing the risk of hair loss.
What is the most suitable lifting method for people in their 40s and 50s?
The SMAS volume lift method is highly recommended. This is a period when not only wrinkle improvement but also facial volume is needed, so combining minimal incision with volume redistribution helps create a natural, youthful appearance.