When Looking Into Nanyangju Thread Lifting Costs, There's Something to Look at Before 'How Many Threads'

seoul chungdam dr ahnapa clinic Director Ahn Jae-seok

When exploring thread lifting, you naturally start by comparing prices. It's called the same thread lifting procedure, but one place seems affordable while another far exceeds your expected budget.

Then naturally you become curious.

"Is it because they use different threads?"
"Does using more threads make it last longer?"
"Can I get it done in Nanyangju, or do I need to go to Gangnam?"

What I examine first during consultations is the area that concerns the patient most. This is because the necessary approach differs depending on whether it's the jawline, sagging cheeks, or the corners of the mouth.

To properly compare thread lifting costs, you need to first understand what procedure your face requires.

Today I'll share what's easy to overlook when looking at a price list and what I hope you confirm during consultation.

The Same 'Eight-Thread Lifting' But Why Are Costs Different?

The same number of threads doesn't mean the procedure content is identical.

The thread product and structure, thickness and length can differ, and the treatment area and scope can also vary. You should also check what anesthesia and post-procedure follow-up consultations are included.

For example, a plan to manage just part of the jawline and a plan that addresses both cheeks and jawline to the chin are not comparable conditions.

That's why when researching prices, I recommend confirming the following information as well:

• The product name and material of the thread being used

• The total number combining both sides and the treatment area

• What changes you can expect to see in your face

• The scope of anesthesia and aftercare included

• The final amount including VAT and any additional costs

If you ask "How much per thread?" along with "What procedures are included in this cost?" the comparison becomes much clearer.

Our clinic's specific costs are best understood after confirming the scope of treatment needed and the type and number of threads involved.

Not All Blurred Jawlines Are the Same Type of Sagging

Even if you feel your face has "dropped" when looking in the mirror, the actual facial condition differs from person to person.

In some cases, cheek tissue has moved downward, while in others, volume loss makes the corners of the mouth or jawline appear more prominent by comparison. Some people's main concern is fine lines in the skin and reduced elasticity.

If you don't examine these differences and try to pull everything in the same direction, there can be a gap between expected and actual changes.

During consultation, I examine skin thickness and fat distribution, asymmetries, and the location of sagging. I also explain first whether the changes the patient desires are within the scope of what thread lifting can achieve.

Before deciding to place threads, there needs to be a process to determine whether thread lifting is suitable for your face.

If sagging is severe or there is excessive loose skin, adequate improvement may be difficult to achieve with thread lifting alone. In such cases, simply increasing the number of threads is not the answer.

If You're Wondering Whether You Should Go to Gangnam

I opened a clinic in Gangnam in May 2005 and have continued dermatological and pain management practice, relocating to Dasansinsi, Nanyangju in August 2022.

What I've noticed while practicing in both areas is that the questions patients have aren't significantly different.

How much can it improve, will it look unnatural, will I be satisfied for the cost. Ultimately, you want to make a choice that suits your own face.

The location of the clinic is also a factor in your choice. However, it's difficult to judge surgical outcomes or cost-effectiveness based solely on location.

I hope you examine these aspects during consultation:

Whether the doctor sufficiently confirms the area you're concerned about, explains why they recommend that approach, and discusses the parts that are difficult to improve.

It's also practically important that you can get care if you experience discomfort after the procedure. It's good to consider not just the travel time for your initial visit, but also the process of follow-up care afterward.

Why I Consider Thread Direction Important

In 2009, I worked with Rep. Ryu Si-dae on Gasimaeseon thread development, and we contemplated the thread structure and the direction in which tissue should be supported.

During that process, I proposed the idea of a structure where barbs on both sides face opposite directions, Rep. Ryu Si-dae took on prototype manufacturing, and I handled clinical application and data collection.

What we considered then was "How can we support tissue in the desired direction?"

When I examine patients' faces now, I start from a similar question.

I examine where support is needed, which direction movement should go for a natural appearance, and at what layer under the skin the thread should be positioned.

The type and number of threads are determined based on this assessment.

While my experience participating in development is background to my practice, what must be reexamined each time is the facial condition of the patient before me.

Will Using Expensive Threads Make Them Last Longer?

It's true that thread material or product name is necessary information for deciding on treatment. However, predicting results and duration based solely on that is difficult.

Even with the same product, differences can occur depending on skin condition, degree of sagging, thread placement, and treatment scope.

There's one more distinction you should make:

The period during which threads break down in the body and the duration of the lifting effect you feel are not the same thing.

Rather than deciding after just hearing the material name during consultation, it's good to ask like this:

"Why are you choosing this product for my face?"
"Which areas can improve, and which areas might show minimal change?"

Understanding why a specific product is used for you is more important than hearing that a certain product is good.

Also Look at Recovery and Side Effects When Comparing Costs

When setting your procedure date, it's good to also consider important appointments or work schedules.

After thread lifting, bruising, swelling, pain, or pulling sensations can occur. Since recovery speed varies individually, it's difficult to predict that you'll have the same outcome just because someone else returned to work right away.

Skin may temporarily sink, asymmetry may be felt, and threads may become palpable or visible. Additional care may be needed due to infection, thread exposure, persistent pain, and other issues.

You should receive guidance on these possibilities and how to manage them.

If pain or swelling intensify progressively after the procedure, or if redness, heat sensation, or discharge appears, please contact the medical facility where you had the procedure for evaluation.

I want you to choose treatment including explanation before the procedure through the process of checking subsequent progress.

These Three Things to Ask During Consultation

If it's difficult to remember multiple points at once, it's fine to just confirm these three:

First, "Is my face suitable for thread lifting?"

This question confirms how much your desired changes align with what treatment can achieve.

Second, "Why do I need this many threads in this area?"

This question helps you understand the treatment plan beyond just the number of threads.

Third, "What are the total costs and the scope of post-procedure care?"

If you receive guidance on additional costs and how to monitor progress in advance, it helps with your decision.

It's fine to listen to explanations fully and think it over. You don't have to decide to proceed with the procedure that same day just because you had a consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nanyangju thread lifting cheaper than Gangnam?

It's difficult to determine by location alone. You should confirm that the product, number, treatment scope, anesthesia, and care items are the same before comparing final costs.

Does using more threads make it lift better?

Increasing the number of threads doesn't proportionally improve results. Proper placement at necessary points in the right direction and depth is important, and the possible improvement range also varies depending on skin and tissue condition.

Can people in their 50s or 60s get it done?

I don't decide based on age alone. I examine skin thickness and degree of sagging, overall health status, and more before determining suitability. In cases of severe sagging, surgery or other methods may be more appropriate.

Can I return to work right after the procedure?

Light daily activities are possible in some cases, but bruising, swelling, and discomfort can occur. If you have work involving frequent people contact or important schedules, it's good to discuss the timing of the procedure with allowance for recovery.

Can I just have a consultation first?

Yes. You can confirm your current facial condition, needed treatment, and expected costs before deciding. If thread lifting isn't suitable, explaining why and suggesting alternatives is also part of the consultation role.

If It Were My Face, What Would I Check First?

If I were in the position of choosing thread lifting, I would first confirm that the medical team properly understood my desired changes.

If my concern is the jawline but I only hear about thread brands and leave, then the questions I actually needed answered remain unresolved.

If you're exploring thread lifting in Dasansi, Nanyangju, along with price, check the reason it's needed for your face, the changes you can expect, and the limitations of the procedure.

I will also directly examine your face and explain starting from this.

seoul chungdam dr ahnapa clinic
Director Ahn Jae-seok

Opened in Gangnam in May 2005
Relocated to Dasansinsi, Nanyangju in August 2022

This article provides general medical information. The effects and duration of thread lifting, as well as the recovery process, vary individually, and side effects such as bruising, swelling, pain, skin depression, asymmetry, infection, and thread exposure may occur. The decision on whether and how to proceed with the procedure is made after examination by medical staff.

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