A youthful appearance is not simply about tighter skin—it is about restoring facial balance, improving skin quality, and preserving natural facial expressions. At CHANG Dermatology Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, lifting treatments are designed around the philosophy of Well-Aging, helping patients look refreshed rather than overdone.

Unlike clinics that recommend a single device for everyone, CHANG Dermatology carefully evaluates facial anatomy, skin thickness, collagen quality, fat distribution, muscle activity, and degree of skin laxity before recommending treatment. This customized approach allows patients to receive the most effective combination of technologies while minimizing unnecessary procedures.

Why Choose CHANG Dermatology for Lifting?

CHANG Dermatology is led by board-certified dermatologists with extensive experience in aesthetic dermatology and anti-aging medicine. The clinic actively participates in international education, physician seminars, and dermatology research while emphasizing evidence-based treatments and patient safety.

Advantages include:

• Board-certified dermatologists
• Personalized treatment planning
• Latest FDA-approved lifting technologies
• Natural, balanced facial rejuvenation
• Scientific approach to skin aging
• International patient consultation
• Combination treatment expertise
• Genuine medical devices and products
• Comfortable patient-centered care

Our Philosophy: Treat the Cause, Not Just the Symptom

Skin aging occurs at multiple levels.

These include:

• Loss of collagen
• SMAS laxity
• Volume loss
• Skin thinning
• Fat descent
• Muscle imbalance
• Declining skin elasticity

Rather than relying on a single treatment, CHANG Dermatology often combines complementary procedures to target each aging layer for longer-lasting and more natural improvements.

Lifting Treatments Available

Ultherapy Prime

Ultherapy Prime delivers focused ultrasound energy deep into the SMAS layer to stimulate collagen remodeling.

Best for:

• Sagging cheeks
• Jawline definition
• Neck tightening
• Brow lifting
• Mild to moderate skin laxity

Benefits include:

• No surgery
• Minimal downtime
• Progressive collagen production
• Natural lifting
• Long-lasting improvement

Thermage FLX

Thermage FLX uses radiofrequency energy to tighten existing collagen while stimulating new collagen production.

Ideal for:

• Fine wrinkles
• Loose skin
• Enlarged pores
• Crepey skin
• Overall skin firmness

Thermage is frequently combined with Ultherapy to address different tissue depths for comprehensive rejuvenation.

Thread Lifting

Thread lifting provides immediate lifting by repositioning sagging tissues while encouraging collagen production during healing.

Common treatment areas include:

• Midface
• Jawline
• Jowls
• Neck
• Nasolabial folds

Thread lifting is especially effective for patients seeking noticeable lifting without surgery.

Collagen Stimulators

Collagen stimulators gradually rebuild the skin's support structure.

These treatments may improve:

• Skin elasticity
• Facial firmness
• Fine wrinkles
• Skin texture
• Long-term anti-aging

Skin Boosters

Healthy skin reflects light better and supports lifting results.

Skin boosters improve:

• Hydration
• Elasticity
• Glow
• Fine lines
• Skin quality

They are frequently combined with lifting procedures for complete facial rejuvenation.

Combination Lifting Programs

Many patients achieve superior outcomes through customized combinations such as:

• Ultherapy + Thermage FLX
• Ultherapy + Thread Lift
• Thermage + Skin Boosters
• Thread Lift + Collagen Stimulators
• Ultherapy + Collagen Stimulators
• Full-face customized anti-aging programs

Treatment combinations are selected after consultation with the dermatologist.

Conditions Treated

Lifting treatments may improve:

• Facial sagging
• Jowls
• Double chin
• Loose neck skin
• Smile lines
• Marionette lines
• Nasolabial folds
• Fine wrinkles
• Skin laxity
• Poor jawline definition
• Loss of facial contour
• Early signs of aging
• Skin elasticity loss

Who Is a Good Candidate?

You may benefit from lifting treatments if you:

• Notice facial sagging
• Want to avoid surgery
• Prefer minimal downtime
• Have mild to moderate skin laxity
• Want natural-looking rejuvenation
• Wish to prevent future aging
• Want personalized anti-aging treatment

Your Consultation

Every consultation includes an evaluation of:

• Facial proportions
• Skin thickness
• Elasticity
• Fat distribution
• Muscle activity
• Aging severity
• Previous cosmetic procedures
• Treatment goals

A customized lifting strategy is then developed specifically for your face.

Treatment Process

Step 1

Comprehensive dermatologist consultation

Step 2

Skin and facial assessment

Step 3

Personalized treatment planning

Step 4

Treatment performed

Step 5

Aftercare instructions

Step 6

Follow-up and maintenance planning

Recovery

Recovery varies depending on treatment.

Many patients return to normal activities immediately after:

• Ultherapy
• Thermage
• Skin boosters

Thread lifting may involve temporary swelling or bruising that generally improves over several days.

Why International Patients Choose CHANG Dermatology

Patients from around the world visit CHANG Dermatology because of:

• Experienced board-certified dermatologists
• Customized anti-aging strategies
• Advanced lifting technologies
• Evidence-based treatments
• Natural aesthetic philosophy
• Comfortable foreign patient care
• Convenient Gangnam location

Frequently Asked Questions

Which lifting treatment is best?

There is no single "best" treatment. The ideal option depends on your skin laxity, age, collagen quality, facial anatomy, and cosmetic goals. During your consultation, the dermatologist will recommend the most suitable treatment or combination for optimal results.

Is Ultherapy better than Thermage?

They serve different purposes. Ultherapy targets deeper support structures, including the SMAS layer, while Thermage primarily improves skin tightening and collagen remodeling closer to the skin surface. Many patients benefit from combining both.

How long do lifting results last?

Most non-surgical lifting treatments produce results lasting approximately 12–24 months depending on the treatment performed, skin condition, lifestyle, and natural aging.

Is thread lifting permanent?

No. The threads gradually dissolve, but collagen stimulation continues after the threads are absorbed, helping maintain improvement for an extended period.

Is there downtime?

Most treatments require little or no downtime. Thread lifting may cause mild swelling or bruising for several days, while Ultherapy and Thermage generally allow patients to resume normal activities immediately.

Are treatments painful?

Most patients tolerate lifting procedures well. Topical anesthetic creams, cooling systems, or local anesthesia may be used depending on the treatment to improve comfort.

Can lifting treatments be combined?

Yes. Combination treatments frequently produce better overall facial rejuvenation because different technologies target different layers of the aging process.

Are results natural?

Yes. CHANG Dermatology emphasizes subtle, natural-looking rejuvenation that enhances your appearance without creating an overfilled or artificial look.