WOOA Plastic Surgery Gangnam, Seoul, Korea

International Patients Welcome

Natural, balanced results planned around your own features

Facelift Seoul

WOOA Plastic Surgery is in HM Tower on Gangnam-daero, close to Sinnonhyeon and Gangnam stations. As a government-approved centre for international patients, we offer free online consultations, native-level interpreters and 24-hour urgent care support.

As the years pass, skin, fat and the deeper SMAS layer all slide downward, softening the jawline and letting the cheeks drop. A WOOA facelift lifts these layers back to where they belong, tailored to your own facial structure, so the result looks rested and natural rather than pulled tight. Every lifting surgery is carried out by a dedicated lifting team, with a board-certified anesthesiologist on site.

What Is a Facelift?

A facelift repositions the skin, fat and SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) layers that descend with age, restoring firmness and a cleaner facial outline. Because it corrects sagging at its structural source, it can achieve what fillers, Botox, thread lifts or lasers cannot when laxity is moderate to advanced. Goals typically include:

Lifting drooping cheeks
Redefining a softened jawline
Improving deep wrinkles and loose skin

The aim is three-dimensional restoration in harmony with your original features, never an over-tightened look.

The WOOA Approach to Facelift Surgery

WOOA corrects all three layers (skin, fat and fascia) in one plan. Incisions sit in the natural crease in front of the ear and behind the ear where it meets the neck, so scars stay discreet and swelling is limited. Facial expression and movement are preserved, and your assigned surgeon checks your progress personally after surgery, with cold and warm compress care to ease swelling. Fees depend on your individual plan and are explained during your free consultation.

Who Is a Good Candidate for a Facelift?

A facelift may suit you if you:

Are bothered by deep facial wrinkles.
Look older because of sagging or loose skin.
Want clear, long-lasting surgical results.
Have not seen enough change from simpler treatments.
Noticed sagging after facial contouring or double jaw surgery.

Lifting Options at WOOA

SMAS Lift

Lifts the fascia beneath the skin to improve deep wrinkles, marked sagging and overall facial ageing at their root, giving a lasting correction.

Neck Lift & Forehead Lift

Lifting can be extended to other areas when needed:

Neck Lift: Lifts the fascia, fat and dermis of the neck in three layers, adjusted to how deep the neck lines are.
Forehead Lift: Separates the galea layer to raise a sagging upper face, softening forehead lines and eyelid heaviness together.
Non-surgical options: Fat modulation and regenerative treatments may be considered for milder changes.

Facelift vs. Thread Lift or Liposuction

The right choice depends on how far sagging has progressed:

Non-surgical options (thread lifting, liposuction): Useful for mild laxity or a single area of concern.
Facelift: Repositions the deeper structural layers, giving fuller and longer-lasting improvement for moderate to advanced sagging.

During consultation your surgeon explains your current facial structure, how it is likely to change, and which option fits you best.

FAQ

How Long Do Facelift Results Last?

Because the deeper SMAS layer is repositioned, results are designed to be durable, often lasting 5 to 10 years or more. Natural ageing continues, so longevity varies with skin quality, lifestyle and individual factors.

Will Facelift Scars Be Visible?

Incisions follow the natural creases around the ears and the hairline so they are hard to spot. Healing differs from person to person, but scars generally soften and fade once recovery is complete.

What Is Recovery Like After a Facelift?

Recovery follows a fairly predictable pattern:

7–10 days: Most patients return to normal daily activities.
2–4 weeks: Bruising and swelling gradually fade.
The tissues keep settling, and the final result is usually visible at around 3 months.