2026-09-03
How to Naturally Revitalize Sunken Cheeks and Address Sagging with Thread Lifts
Discover how thread lifts can naturally restore volume to sunken cheeks and address sagging, offering a more youthful and refreshed appearance.
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Hello,
I am Park Jeong-geun,
Director of Faceplus Plastic Surgery Clinic.
Sunken cheeks or a sagging face are concerns
many people commonly experience.
When cheek hollowing worsens due to reduced skin elasticity,
fat loss, and changes in bone structure,
it affects the overall facial contour.
Recently, it has become difficult to solve this issue with simple cheek fillers alone,
and procedures centered on ‘thread lifting’ are gaining attention for creating natural cheek lines.
Table of Contents | ||
1. Causes of Sunken Cheeks 2. The Core Role of Thread Lifts 3. Filler as an Auxiliary if Needed 4. Precautions During and Recovery After Procedure |
1. Causes of Sunken Cheeks
Sunken cheeks are not caused solely by fat loss.
Skin sagging, bone structure, and muscle changes
act in combination.
If the area extending from the center to the side of the cheek
becomes hollow, it can make the face appear longer or tired.
Therefore, it is important to accurately identify the individual causes
and create a treatment plan tailored to the condition.
2. The Core Role of Thread Lifts
Thread lifting is a key procedure that uses thin, special threads
to lift sagging tissue and refine the cheek line.
The goal is to physically pull up the tissue,
improve overall facial elasticity, and create a natural cheek contour.
Thread lifting alone can significantly improve sunken cheeks and sagging facial lines, allowing for natural results without relying on cheek fillers.
3. Structure and Characteristics of Silhouette Soft and Mint Threads
The most basic and commonly used threads in thread lifting procedures
are Silhouette Soft threads and Mint threads.
Silhouette Soft threads have a bidirectional cone structure
that firmly supports tissue and creates a natural cheek line.
Made from a blend of PDO and PCL, they are gradually absorbed by the body,
stimulating collagen production for long-term elasticity and volume improvement.
They are suitable for moderate cheek hollowing or mild sagging,
and are mainly used to naturally refine the central and lateral cheek lines.
Mint threads, with their delicate cog structure and mint-colored markers,
are advantageous for improving deep cheek hollowing or severe sagging areas.
PCL-based, they offer long-lasting retention, maintaining stable elasticity and cheek lines over time,
and are utilized for simultaneous improvement of sagging on the side of the cheek and below the cheekbones.
By combining the two types of threads as appropriate,
both superficial and deep tissues can be supported simultaneously,
resulting in natural and balanced cheek lines and facial contours.
4. Precautions During and Recovery After Procedure
Swelling or bruising after the procedure is a natural part of the recovery process.
Depending on individual recovery speed and skin condition,
time is needed for the final shape of the cheek line to stabilize.
It is important to avoid excessive pressure or strong massage,
and to follow the medical staff's instructions for recovery care.
By improving sunken cheeks primarily with thread lifts,
you can naturally regain elastic facial lines
and achieve a youthful and healthy appearance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do cheeks become hollow?
Cheek hollowing is not caused solely by fat loss. It results from a complex interplay of skin sagging, bone structure, and muscle changes, which can make the face appear longer or tired.
Can thread lifts improve sunken cheeks?
Yes, thread lifts can improve sunken cheeks. They use thin, special threads to physically pull up sagging tissue, helping to improve overall facial elasticity and create a natural cheek contour.
What types of threads are used in thread lifting?
Mainly Silhouette Soft threads and Mint threads are used. Silhouette Soft threads, with their bidirectional cone structure, are suitable for moderate cheek hollowing, while Mint threads, with their delicate cog structure, are advantageous for deep cheek hollowing or severe sagging.
What are the characteristics of Silhouette Soft threads?
Silhouette Soft threads have a bidirectional cone structure that firmly supports tissue. Made from a blend of PDO and PCL, they are absorbed by the body and stimulate collagen production, providing long-term elasticity and volume improvement.
In what cases are Mint threads primarily used?
Mint threads are characterized by their delicate cog structure and long-lasting retention. They are advantageous for improving deep cheek hollowing or severe sagging areas and can be used to simultaneously improve sagging on the side of the cheek and below the cheekbones.
What precautions should be taken after a thread lift procedure?
Swelling or bruising after the procedure is a natural part of the recovery process. Excessive pressure or strong massage should be avoided, and it is important to follow the medical staff's instructions for recovery care. Time is needed for the final shape to stabilize.