"Does a facelift require facial fat removal to get a perfectly smooth jawline?"
"Does a facelift alone get rid of unwanted facial fat, or do you need both for the best contour?"
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정유석원장 작성일Hello, I am Dr.Yoosuk Chung, Chief Plastic Surgeon at The Line Plastic Surgery. Over the past 32 years, I have performed more than 100,000 facial and body contouring procedures. When speaking with busy modern professionals, the number one key to recovery I always emphasize is "precise tissue dissection and accelerated regeneration."
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Q: Do you need facial fat removal with a facelift to get a perfectly smooth jawline?
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A: While it isn't mandatory for everyone, if you tend to carry more volume in your face, combining a facelift with the removal of unwanted fat—such as buccal fat or double chin fat—can deliver a much smoother, beautifully contoured result without any bumpy irregularities.
Furthermore, simply pulling the surface skin can cause early sagging due to the sheer weight of the underlying soft tissue. To prevent this, a "Deep Plane" facelift approach is essential. This technique involves thoroughly dissecting the retaining ligaments to minimize tension on the skin. Because the tension is evenly distributed, we can effectively treat deep nasolabial folds, marionette lines (jowl lines), and neck wrinkles without having to worry about widening scars or "pixie ears."
Think of it this way: we need to eliminate the unnecessary fat that weighs the face down, while firmly lifting the lax underlying muscle layer (SMAS layer) vertically against gravity. Just like emptying a heavy bag keeps the straps from stretching out, reducing the overall weight of your face sharpens the jawline and makes the lifting results last significantly longer. For our facial liposuction, we use an ultra-fine, specialized cannula (under 1.2mm) inserted just below the ear. This minimizes scarring while reshaping your face into a naturally defined, youthful, and vibrant contour that feels entirely like your own.
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Q: As an office worker, what is the minimum downtime required before returning to work after a combined facelift and facial liposuction?
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A: To comfortably return to a desk job after a combined facelift and facial liposuction procedure, we recommend a minimum downtime of 7 to 10 days. Generally, over 60% of major swelling subsides within 3 to 5 days post-surgery. Once sutures are removed on day 7, you can easily camouflage any incision marks with light makeup and strategic hairstyling, making it perfectly fine to head back to the office.
Backed by our 19-year accident-free track record, The Line Plastic Surgery utilizes autologous ECM (Extracellular Matrix) and stem cells during the procedure. This specialized approach accelerates micro-hemostasis (stopping minor bleeding) to minimize bruising and guides the separated tissues to adhere back to their original positions quickly and smoothly. By significantly speeding up the healing process compared to conventional methods, we help working professionals return to their daily routines swiftly, without the stress of prolonged swelling.
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