2026-05-22
Hybrid Lifting
A 60s female patient with thin skin and prominent cheekbones underwent Hybrid Lifting — scalp mini-incision plus thread lift — achieving far better results than her prior thread lift.
* Basic Information
· Female patient in her 60s
· Chief concerns: sagging in the jowl area on both sides and marionette lines around the mouth
· Prominent cheekbones
· Thin skin
· Had thread lifting done at another clinic 2–3 years ago; was unhappy with the outcome as her cheekbones appeared larger and her face looked harsher afterward
* Consultation
· Achieving satisfying results with thread lifting is particularly challenging in patients with thin skin and prominent cheekbones.
· The threads may become palpable or visible through the skin along their path.
· Additionally, as the tissue is pulled upward, the cheekbones can become even more prominent, giving the face a harsh, knobby appearance.
· For this reason, I recommended 'Hybrid Lifting' — which combines a mini incision within the scalp with thread lifting — rather than a standard thread lift alone.
· Recommending another procedure to a patient who was already dissatisfied with a previous thread lift calls for a great deal of extra care and consideration — and it means I need to be all the more meticulous as the surgeon. ^^;
* Treatment Plan
Hybrid Lifting
* Post-Procedure Progress
· Thanks to the mini incision approach, the cheekbones did not appear any more prominent following the procedure.
· The threads were placed at a sufficient depth to maximally elevate the SMAS layer, and there were no complications such as palpable or protruding threads.
· She is significantly more satisfied and happier with her results compared to her previous lifting procedure. :)
* Key Points
1. Carefully identifying appropriate candidates for thread lifting is the single most important factor.
2. Hybrid Lifting addresses the drawbacks of conventional thread lifting (such as an enlarged appearance of the cheekbones and visible skin irregularities).
3. It can dramatically enhance both the degree of lift achieved and the longevity of results.
4. If you are concerned about the significant scarring and lengthy recovery time associated with open lifting procedures such as MACS, Hybrid Lifting may be an excellent alternative.
Consultations and procedures should always be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!
Stay healthy and beautiful today, too. :)
Right Thinking, Right Plastic Surgery — Dr. Yoo Young-moon
Post-operative complications and side effects — including bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry — may vary between individuals and require careful attention.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hybrid Lifting?
Hybrid Lifting is a procedure that combines mini-incisions within the scalp with thread lifting to compensate for the shortcomings of existing thread lifting and enhance the lifting effect and duration. It is particularly suitable for individuals with thin skin or prominent cheekbones.
Who is recommended for Hybrid Lifting?
Hybrid Lifting is recommended for individuals with thin skin and prominent cheekbones who have not achieved satisfactory results from previous thread lifts, such as accentuated cheekbones or visible threads. It can also be a good alternative for those who are burdened by the large scars and long recovery period of MACS facelift.
How is Hybrid Lifting different from existing thread lifting?
Hybrid Lifting reduces side effects such as prominent cheekbones or visible threads by deeply pulling up the SMAS layer through mini-incisions within the scalp. It also has the advantage of dramatically improving the lifting effect and duration.
Can my cheekbones look bigger after Hybrid Lifting?
No, Hybrid Lifting is designed to prevent the cheekbones from appearing more prominent thanks to the mini-incisions. On the contrary, it compensates for the problem of prominent cheekbones that can occur with existing thread lifting.
Can Hybrid Lifting be an alternative to incisional facelift?
Yes, it can. Hybrid Lifting is mentioned as a good alternative for those who are concerned about the large scars and long recovery period of incisional facelift procedures like MACS.
What are the possible side effects after Hybrid Lifting?
Complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry after surgery may vary depending on the individual and require caution. These are common occurrences in all surgical procedures.