What the Treatment Is
A thread lift is a treatment that inserts special medical threads into the skin layers to physically support and lift sagging tissue. You may want a discreet lift that does not draw attention at work. It is important to plan for a natural contour that fits your facial structure rather than too much pulling.
Makeup, Exercise and Travel
Avoid rubbing the treated area too much or having a strong massage. Air travel is part of many itineraries, so listen to your face and keep your schedule flexible at first.
Recovery Sensations and Day-to-Day
Temporary swelling, bruising, mild tightness or a sense of something under the skin may be felt, but they usually ease gradually within 1 to 2 weeks. Rarely, temporary pain or stiffness may occur, and it eases naturally over time. Pressure or a pulling feeling may be felt during treatment, and temporary stiffness, tightness or a sense of something under the skin may appear afterward. You can return to simple routines the same day, while treating your face gently as it settles.
Which of these applies may vary with the patient’s skin condition and the aim of treatment, and the doctor decides.
Common Situations and Concerns
If you have an important event or photo shoot coming up, build in enough time for your skin to settle before the day. A conservative plan helps you look presentable without drawing attention to treatment. You may choose a hairstyle or beard length that softens focus on the lower face while your skin calms. If your skin gets oily under lights or in photos, simple blotting through the day can help your appearance without rubbing the treated areas. If a flight or a meeting is scheduled soon after treatment, allow extra time between commitments so you can move at a comfortable pace.
About Min Clinic
Min Clinic is registered as a dermatology clinic. Three doctors practice at the clinic, and two of them are board-certified specialists. Dr. Min Young-Soo is an adjunct professor at Hanyang University and was formerly deputy director of NB Clinic, Gangnam Station branch. At Min Clinic, all medical aesthetic procedures are performed directly by a doctor.
Anesthetic cream is used. Normal daily activities are generally possible right after treatment. The treatment takes about 1 hour. An interval of 6 months between treatments is recommended. Changes may begin to appear from as early as 2 to 4 weeks after treatment. At about 1 to 3 months, a more natural and defined lifting effect can be seen. Face washing and light makeup are possible from the day of treatment. Avoid rubbing the treated area too much or having a strong massage. Temporary swelling, bruising, mild tightness or a sense of something under the skin may be felt, but they usually ease gradually within 1 to 2 weeks. It is best to avoid saunas, alcohol and strenuous exercise for about 1 week after treatment. Rarely, temporary pain or stiffness may occur, and it eases naturally over time. A thread lift is a treatment that inserts special medical threads into the skin layers to physically support and lift sagging tissue. It can be considered even when the face has little fat. However, the type and number of threads and where they are placed should be decided carefully after checking skin thickness, elasticity and volume. It is important to plan for a natural contour that fits your facial structure rather than too much pulling. Anesthesia is given before treatment to reduce discomfort. Pressure or a pulling feeling may be felt during treatment, and temporary stiffness, tightness or a sense of something under the skin may appear afterward. How it feels and how recovery goes vary from person to person.
Prices are the same for Korean and international patients. VAT is charged separately at the applicable statutory rate. Same-day treatment may be possible depending on appointment availability and the doctor's schedule. Patients are asked to contact the clinic during the recovery period with any questions or discomfort. Min Clinic does not perform medical aesthetic procedures, including thread lift, during pregnancy. Skincare treatments may be available after consultation. Patients under 19 may be treated with the consent of a parent or guardian. Upon request, treatment records can be provided as a detailed medical statement.
WhatsApp messages are answered during clinic hours, and the clinic responds as promptly as possible. Inquiries can be made through WhatsApp, KakaoTalk, WeChat and email. English-, Chinese-, and Japanese-speaking staff are available on-site to assist foreign visitors. Min Clinic is open Monday to Thursday from 10:00 to 19:00, Friday from 10:00 to 20:00 and Saturday from 10:00 to 15:00, with a lunch break from 13:00 to 14:00 on weekdays, and the clinic is closed on Sundays and public holidays. Visa, Mastercard, American Express, UnionPay and JCB cards are accepted, as are Apple Pay, WeChat Pay and Alipay. PayPal is not accepted, cash is accepted in Korean won only, and payment may be split across two cards with no card surcharge. Parking is available in the Daedong Tower building, and valet parking is offered for a fee. If you need to change or cancel an appointment, please contact the clinic in advance. In accordance with Korean tax law, VAT refunds for cosmetic medical services provided to foreign visitors are no longer available for treatments received on or after January 1, 2026.
Getting Here
Exit 5 of Apgujeong Rodeo Station (Suin-Bundang Line) is the nearest exit to the clinic at 4F, Daedong Tower, 326 Dosan-daero. From Exit 5 it is about 5–10 minutes on foot. The building stands at Hakdong Intersection, with an Olive Young store on the ground floor. At Gangnam-gu Office Station (Line 7 and Suin-Bundang Line), leave by Exit 3 or 3-1. From Exit 3 or 3-1 it is about 7 minutes on foot. Parking fees can be confirmed with the clinic.
Frequently asked questions
When do you see results after a thread lift?
Changes may begin to appear from as early as 2 to 4 weeks after treatment. At about 1 to 3 months, a more natural and defined lifting effect can be seen. How it feels and how recovery goes vary from person to person.
Which of these applies may vary with the patient’s skin condition and the aim of treatment, and the doctor decides.
How long does a thread lift take in Gangnam, and what anesthesia is used?
The treatment takes about 1 hour. Anesthesia is given before treatment to reduce discomfort. Anesthetic cream is used.
Can you consider a thread lift if your face has little fat?
It can be considered even when the face has little fat.
How long should you wait between thread lift treatments?
An interval of 6 months between treatments is recommended.
What decides the thread type, number and placement?
However, the type and number of threads and where they are placed should be decided carefully after checking skin thickness, elasticity and volume. It is important to plan for a natural contour that fits your facial structure rather than too much pulling.
ask your doctor.
Sources
- Min Clinic official website (checked 2026-09-09)
- Min Clinic — directions and contact (official page) (checked 2026-09-16)
