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Thread Insertion
Absorbable thread inserted via cannula along a mapped vector — no incisions.
Anti-Aging · Non-Surgical Lift
Thread Lifting
— immediate lift, lasting regeneration.
Thread lifting at Artner Clinic Busan Seomyeon uses absorbable PDO and PCL threads to lift sagging facial tissue and stimulate long-term collagen regeneration. A 30-minute procedure delivering immediate visual improvement — with the deeper benefit accumulating over 3–6 months.
What is Thread Lifting
Lift now. Regenerate for months to come.
Thread lifting inserts absorbable cosmetic threads(PDO or PCL) into the subdermal facial tissue. The threads provide immediate mechanical lift while simultaneously stimulating fibroblast activity — triggering sustained collagen regeneration that continues long after the threads themselves are absorbed.
At Artner Busan, thread placement is mapped to your sagging pattern, not placed by a one-size template. Cheek sagging requires different thread pathways than jawline laxity; neck banding needs different technique than midface. Dr. Lee Jong-gun performs every placement personally.
All threads used are FDA-equivalent certified by Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) standards. Threads are fully absorbable — typically 6–12 months for PDO, 18–24 months for PCL. The lift effect typically lasts 1–2 years depending on skin quality and thread type.
No Incisions
No Scarring
No General Anesthesia
· Thread Lift Specs
Immediate lift — sustained regeneration.
Thread lifting delivers mechanical and biological benefits simultaneously. The physical lift is visible on the treatment day; the collagen regeneration continues over 3–6 months, actually improving skin quality alongside contour.
30 min
Typical procedure time under local anesthesia
1–2 yr
Visible lift duration — extends with maintenance
3–6 mo
Collagen regeneration peak after insertion
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Surgical incisions — fully needle-based insertion
· Thread Types
PDO and PCL — different threads, different purposes.
Thread selection depends on your skin quality, target area, and desired longevity. Both PDO and PCL are absorbable; their difference lies in absorption rate and collagen stimulation profile.
* Thread type and placement pattern are determined by Dr. Lee Jong-gun during consultation based on your individual sagging pattern.
· How Thread Lifting Works
Four mechanisms, one natural outcome.
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Immediate Lift
Tissue is mechanically elevated and anchored; contour change is visible that day.
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Collagen Induction
Over 4–12 weeks, fibroblast activity triggers new collagen and elastin formation.
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Thread Absorption
Threads dissolve over 6–24 months; newly generated tissue sustains the lift.
· Why Artner Thread Lift
Four reasons our patients return yearly.
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Individualized vector planning
Thread pathways designed from your sagging pattern — not a generic template.
02 / Physician
Dr. Lee performs every case
Thread insertion requires experienced hands. No delegation, no rotating doctors.
03 / Certified
MFDS-approved threads
All PDO and PCL threads meet Korean regulatory standards and are batch-logged.
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Synergy with TUNE® Face
Thread lifting + TUNE® Face delivers deeper, longer-lasting anti-aging results.
· Ideal Candidates
Is Thread Lifting right for you?
Thread lifting suits patients with mild-to-moderate sagging who want visible lift without surgical recovery.
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Early-stage sagging in cheeks, jawline, or neck→
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Patients in their 30s–50s seeking preventive lifting→
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Those with heavy nasolabial folds from midface descent→
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Patients wanting improvement without surgical downtime→
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Brides or event patients preparing for major occasions→
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Post-weight-loss patients with residual facial laxity→
· Thread Lift Journey
From mapping to maintenance.
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Consultation
Sagging pattern analysis and thread-type selection with Dr. Lee Jong-gun.
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Vector Mapping
Thread pathways marked on your face based on your individual anatomy.
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Local Anesthesia
Topical cream plus local injection for comfort during insertion.
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Thread Insertion
30–45 minutes; threads inserted and anchored along mapped vectors.
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Aftercare
Avoid facial massage, wide mouth opening, and sauna for 2 weeks.
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Follow-up
2-week check to assess symmetry and early collagen response.
· Frequently Asked
Your questions, answered.
Visible lift lasts 1–2 years depending on thread type, skin quality, and lifestyle. The underlying collagen regeneration continues to improve skin quality long after threads are absorbed.
No. Threads are placed in the subdermal layer using ultra-fine cannulas or needles. Once healed (typically 7–14 days), they are invisible and imperceptible.
Minimal. Most patients return to normal activities within 2–3 days. Avoid facial massage, wide mouth opening, and sauna for 2 weeks; mild swelling and bruising may persist for 5–7 days.
Yes. Thread lifting provides mechanical lift; Botox relaxes overactive muscles; filler restores lost volume. Combined programs produce more complete anti-aging outcomes.
Thread lifting is widely practiced with an established safety record. PDO and PCL threads at Artner Busan are Korean MFDS-approved (equivalent to FDA certification in the US). All materials are single-use sterile.
· Begin Your Transformation
Lift today.
Regenerate tomorrow.
Book a thread lifting consultation with Dr. Lee Jong-gun — mapped vectors, certified threads, physician-only placement.