Mini
Facelift
A mini facelift is a less invasive version of a traditional facelift designed to improve early signs of aging—especially around the lower face and jawline—with shorter recovery time.
Recovery timeline
- First few days: swelling and mild bruising
- 1 week: many people return to work
- 2–3 weeks: most swelling subsides
- ~1 month: results look more natural
What is
a Mini Facelift?
Many people undergo multiple sessions of lifting treatments like laser procedures or thread lifts, but often do not achieve satisfactory results. These individuals might consider a ‘mini facelift’ or a ‘full facelift’. For younger individuals troubled by sagging checks and double chins, a ‘mini facelift’ with relatively less SMAS dissection is recommended. This is a high-complexity surgery that must be performed without nerve damage, and it is a source of pride for Geunal Plastic Surgery due to our surgeons’ extensive experience, advanced surgical techniques, and deep understanding of facial anatomy, which allow us to achieve safe procedures and natural looking results for our patients.
Mini Facelift
A mini facelift is a less invasive version of a traditional facelift designed to improve early signs of aging—especially around the lower face and jawline—with shorter recovery time.
Recovery timeline
- First few days: swelling and mild bruising
- 1 week: many people return to work
- 2–3 weeks: most swelling subsides
- ~1 month: results look more natural
What is a Mini Facelift?
Many people undergo multiple sessions of lifting procedures like laser treatments or thread lifts but often do not achieve satisfactory results. There individuals might consider a “mini facelift” or a “ full face lift”. A facelift involves making incisions around the ears to separate and lift the sagging and winkled skin, giving a youthful appearance.This procedure is also known as a “rejuvenation surgery and offers the most definitive results among various lifting procedures.
What is the SMAS Layer?
The SMAS layer is the layer between the skin and muscles. Traditional methods that only pull the skin can cause scars and deformation of the ear shape. To achieve effective lifting, the SMAS layer, which is the root cause of facial sagging, must be properly lifted.
Geunal Facelift Technique
we perform customized lifting surgeries based on the skin elasticity and degree of sagging of individual.
Step 1
Incisions are made according to the designed surgical area, adjusted to the needs of each individual.
Step 2
The sagging SMAS layer, skin, and fat layers are pulled in different directions, and the excess skin is removed.
Step 3
The pulled skin and SMAS layer are securely fixed, and the incisions are sutured in their original shape.
Step 1
Incisions are made according to the designed surgical area, adjusted to the needs of each individual.
Step 2
The sagging SMAS layer, skin, and fat layers are pulled in different directions, and the excess skin is removed.
Step 3
The pulled skin and SMAS layer are securely fixed, and the incisions are sutured in their original shape.
GEUNAL SMAS FACELIFT FEATURES,
CAPTURING BOTH VOLUME AND ELASTICITY
GEUNAL SMAS FACELIFT FEATURES, CAPTURING BOTH VOLUME AND ELASTICITY
01
Manipulating the SMAS Layer
After manipulating the SMAS layer beneath, the skin above it needs to be repositioned. Facial aging can be caused by loss of skin elasticity, which leads to fine wrinkles. However, deeper wrinkles such as nasolabial folds, marionette line, and neck wrinkles are caused by the sagging of the fat layer within the SMAS.
02
Proper Incision Method
Unlike the traditional straight-line incision method, incisions should be made along the contours of the ear to minimize the visibility of scars.
03
Minimizing Incision Scars
Why is a Facelift Safe
Without Worrying About Nerve Damage?
Consistent Academic Activities and Presentations
With plastic surgeons with extensive experience in complex revision and anti-aging procedures continuously engaging in studies and researches to advance the field. Through regular academic presentations, they aim not only to achieve optimal aesthetic and functional results but also to help patients build confidence and a positive mindset, ultimately promoting overall beauty and well-being.
Geunal Mini Facelift
Before&After
