Ultrasound Liposuction & Silhouette Lifting

* Basic Information

# Female in her 30s

# Stubborn double chin fat that persists despite consistent dieting

# Thin skin with sagging in the jowl area; desires simultaneous correction.

* Consultation

# By using ultrasound, subcutaneous fat can be broken down into fine particles. (Think of it as turning ‘orange pulps’ into ‘orange juice’.) This allows the fat to be removed effectively through a tiny cannula, as it can practically be squeezed out through a small opening.

# If you are curious about how liposuction is performed at VIBE Plastic Surgery, please watch the YouTube video below first ^^

# For the sagging in the jowl area, we decided to refine the line using a thread lift with Silhouette Soft.

* Plan

# Ultrasound Liposuction (Double chin & Jawline & Front cheeks)

# Thread Lift (Jowl area)

* Post-operative Progress

# The blunt appearance has disappeared thanks to ultrasound liposuction, and the jawline now looks well-defined.

# ‘LipoSound’ can be thought of as a device that uses ultrasound to emulsify fat. Because it liquefies fat particles—like turning orange pulp into juice—it offers several benefits:

1. It is much smoother—fat can be squeezed out like water without applying significant force, and it can be suctioned using only a small cannula. Consequently, there is much less irritation, leading to faster recovery from bruising and swelling. It also significantly reduces ‘bio-bonds’ (post-operative adhesions).
2. Since ultrasound is emitted beneath the dermis, you can gain additional skin elasticity and lifting effects. (As you may know, devices like Ulthera, Shurink, and Doublo Gold all operate on ultrasound principles.)

# Even with the same type of thread, the results can be completely different depending on the design and the vector of insertion. Whether the goal is simply to pull upward or to sculpt a specific jawline, the medical team’s extensive experience and personalized design are crucial!

# I primarily use ‘Silhouette Soft’ as a lifting material. When used correctly, it not only provides a lift but also induces collagen synthesis from within. After 2 to 3 months, patients can feel their skin becoming firmer and more resilient!

Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!

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Dr. Yoo Young-moon, Representative Director of VIBE Plastic Surgery

Complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry may occur after surgery depending on the individual, and caution is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does ultrasonic liposuction remove fat?

Ultrasonic liposuction uses ultrasound to break down and liquefy subcutaneous fat, which is then gently squeezed out or suctioned away with a small cannula. It's like liquefying orange pulp into juice.

What are the advantages of ultrasonic liposuction?

Ultrasonic liposuction removes fat by liquefying it, requiring less force during the procedure and causing less irritation. This leads to faster recovery from bruising and swelling, and less bio-bond (adhesion). Additionally, the ultrasound reaches beneath the dermis, providing additional skin elasticity and lifting effects.

What are the effects of Silhouette Soft thread lifting?

Silhouette Soft thread lifting not only provides a lifting effect by pulling up sagging areas to refine the facial line, but also induces collagen synthesis from within where the threads are inserted, leading to improved skin elasticity and firmness after 2-3 months.

What is important when performing a thread lifting procedure?

Thread lifting is more than just pulling up; it's crucial to have an experienced medical professional and a customized design tailored to each individual's face, such as creating a jawline. The results vary depending on the design and direction in which the threads are inserted.

Which areas can be improved with ultrasonic liposuction and thread lifting?

This combination of procedures can improve the overall facial line by aspirating fat from the double chin, jawline, and anterior cheeks, and improving sagging jowls with thread lifting.