Ultrasound Liposuction & Thread Lift (Jawline, Double Chin)

* Patient Information

# Female in her 40s

# Medical History: Previous thread lift, nasolabial fillers, etc.

* Consultation

# The patient wanted to refine her mouth area, jawline, and double chin. We planned to use ultrasound to smoothly reduce heavy fat tissue without creating irregularities.

# Using ultrasound allows us to break down subcutaneous fat into fine particles. (Think of it as turning ‘orange pulp’ into ‘orange juice.’) This makes the fat liquid enough to be squeezed out through small openings, allowing for highly effective removal using only a small cannula.

# To address potential sagging after fat removal, we decided to refine the facial lines with a thread lift.

* Treatment Plan

# Ultrasound Liposuction (Double chin, jawline, and above nasolabial folds)

# Thread Lift (Nasolabial folds & jawline)

* Post-operative Progress

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

# ‘LipoSound’ is a device that uses ultrasound to emulsify fat. Because it liquefies fat particles—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 through a very small cannula. This results in less irritation, leading to faster recovery from bruising and swelling, and significantly less ‘bio-bond’ (post-surgical adhesions).
2. Since ultrasound is emitted beneath the dermis, it provides additional skin elasticity and lifting effects. (As you may know, devices like Ultherapy, Shurink, and Doublo Gold all operate on ultrasound principles.)

# Even with the same type of thread, the results can vary completely 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’ and ‘Mint’ threads for lifting. By combining these two types appropriately, we can achieve a definitive lift and induce collagen synthesis from within. After 2–3 months, patients can feel their skin becoming firmer and more resilient!

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

The ‘VIBE’ that comes from extensive experience.

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

Complications 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 for removal. It turns fat particles, like orange segments, into a juice-like consistency, allowing for effective suction with only a small cannula, resulting in less irritation and faster recovery.

How long is the recovery period after ultrasonic liposuction?

Ultrasonic liposuction removes fat by gently emulsifying it, causing less irritation than traditional liposuction. Therefore, recovery from bruising and swelling is faster, and post-surgical adhesions (bio-bond) occur less frequently.

What threads are used in thread lifting, and what are their effects?

This procedure primarily uses Silhouette Soft and Mint threads. These threads not only effectively lift sagging lines but also induce collagen synthesis from within, leading to improved skin elasticity after 2-3 months.

Does skin elasticity improve after thread lifting?

Yes, thread lifting can help improve skin elasticity. The threads used (Silhouette Soft, Mint) induce collagen synthesis from within, so you can feel your skin becoming firmer after 2-3 months post-procedure.

Does ultrasonic liposuction also help with skin elasticity?

Yes, ultrasonic liposuction can provide additional benefits for skin elasticity. It is explained that by applying ultrasound beneath the dermis, you can achieve both skin elasticity and lifting effects simultaneously.