Hello.
I am Dr. Hwang, the director of Cleor Clinic Gangnam Branch.
When looking into lifting procedures, there are so many names like Ultherapy, Thermage, Shurink, and InMode,
so you might have had the experience of being confused about which one is right for you, right?
"Even if I search, they all say they are good, but I don't know which one is right for my specific areas and sagging.
I want to get it done properly once I decide, so I've been worrying about it for a long time."
Lifting procedures are a field divided into categories with completely different mechanisms of action.
There are lines where ultrasound energy acts directly on the SMAS layer,
lines where radiofrequency or microwave energy delivers heat to the dermis and subcutaneous layers,
and lines where medical threads are physically inserted to immediately lift sagging tissue.
Since each mechanism has different action depths, onset of effects, and maintenance periods,
choosing according to your specific sagging pattern and goals affects the satisfaction of the results.
At the Gangnam Branch, we operate all three mechanisms,
so today I will organize the 8 lifting device lineups in Gangnam by mechanism.
What is Gangnam Lifting?
👉 Gangnam Lifting is a treatment line that operates 8 devices across three mechanisms: HIFU ultrasound, RF radiofrequency/microwave, and PDO thread lifting.
It is a treatment line that allows for individual or combined procedures tailored to your specific areas and degree of sagging.
The core of lifting procedures is to lift or stimulate the sagging dermis and SMAS layers
to induce the production of collagen and elastin.
Because the depth and method of energy delivery differ for each device,
even for the same type of sagging, different options are recommended depending on whether you need surface line refinement or deep SMAS layer stimulation.
At the Gangnam Branch, we operate 8 devices, so we offer configurations that include not only individual procedures
but also synergistic procedures that combine different mechanisms.
3 Major Mechanisms of Gangnam Lifting
👉 Gangnam Lifting is classified into three mechanisms: HIFU ultrasound, RF/microwave, and PDO thread lifting,
which are categories with different action depths and patterns of change.
① HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) Line
This is an action structure that focuses ultrasound energy on a single point to create thermal coagulation points directly up to the SMAS layer.
Because it selectively acts on deep layers by passing through the epidermis and dermis,
it is known as a line that stimulates the inner support layer without surface damage.
② RF Radiofrequency & Microwave Line
This is an action structure that delivers radiofrequency or microwave energy to the dermis and subcutaneous layers
to coagulate and contract collagen proteins and stimulate the production of new collagen.
As a line that acts on an area basis, it is a category that focuses on both surface condition and dermal elasticity.
③ PDO Thread Lifting Line
The core is the immediate action of inserting biodegradable medical threads into the dermis and subcutaneous layers
to physically lift sagging tissue using the barbs on the thread surface.
It is also an action structure that stimulates the production of autologous collagen in the surrounding area during the 6-10 months the thread is being absorbed.
Features by Gangnam Lifting Device
👉 The 8 devices operated at Gangnam Lifting are composed of lines with different action depths and target areas by mechanism.
HIFU Line
① Ultherapy Prime
This is the 2nd generation model of the US Merz HIFU device, with image guidance extended to 8mm,
and it is a line with enhanced 19-inch high-resolution monitoring and precise energy control.
With transducers of three depths—1.5, 3.0, and 4.5mm—
it is an authentic HIFU line that creates thermal coagulation points directly up to the SMAS layer.
② Shurink Universe
This is a HIFU device from the Korean company Classys that creates 65-75 degree TCP (thermal coagulation points).
It utilizes two modes, Normal and MP,
and is a line capable of caring for large areas as about 400 thermal coagulation points are formed per shot.
RF & Microwave Line
① Thermage FLX
This is a 4th generation monopolar RF device from the US company Solta Medical that delivers broad thermal stimulation to the dermis and subcutaneous layers
to achieve both collagen coagulation and regeneration.
It is known for an action structure where about 400 thermal coagulation points are formed per shot.
② ONDA Lifting
This is a microwave (MMFU) device from the Italian company DEKA that applies patented COOLWAVES technology.
The 3mm handpiece acts on the superficial dermis, and the 7mm handpiece acts on deep areas, double chins, and the body,
so it is an action structure that concentrates heat in the dermal layer without epidermal damage.
③ Olltight
This is a lifting device based on monopolar RF that acts on dermal collagen stimulation and tightening.
④ InMode
This is a device from the Israeli company InMode that operates different handpieces for different areas.
FORMA uses monopolar RF at 42 degrees for collagen remodeling and elasticity,
while FX and Body FX combine vacuum suction, RF, and high-voltage electrical stimulation (HVP)
to focus on both collagen and fat.
⑤ Oligio
This is a monopolar RF-based line that acts on dermal collagen stimulation and tightening.
Thread Lifting Line
① Mint Thread Lifting
This is a Korean PDO-based medical thread that uses a patented 360° 3D barb (cog) structure and press-molding method
to maintain a consistent thickness and strong tensile strength.
As a Class 4 medical device approved by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, with US FDA approval and European CE certification,
it is an action structure that provides both immediate lifting and collagen regeneration stimulation for 6-10 months.
Effects and Advantages of Gangnam Lifting
👉 The core advantages of Gangnam Lifting are summarized into three points: diversity of mechanisms, selection tailored to areas and goals, and the possibility of combined procedures.
First, there is the diversity of mechanisms.
By operating all three categories—HIFU, RF, microwave, and PDO thread lifting—
it is known as a structure that can compensate for areas lacking in one procedure with another category.
Next, selection tailored to areas and goals is possible.
The HIFU line is recommended for those who need stimulation up to the deep SMAS layer,
the RF/microwave line for those who need area-based dermal collagen stimulation,
and thread lifting for those who need an immediate lifting effect.
Finally, there is the possibility of combined procedures.
When lines with different action depths and mechanisms are combined in stages,
it is known to act complementarily in different areas,
so it is a configuration recommended for those with multi-layered sagging.
Gangnam Lifting Lineup
👉 At the Gangnam Branch, we operate a total of 8 devices—2 types of HIFU, 5 types of RF/microwave, and 1 type of thread lifting—individually or in combination according to your areas and goals.
The line that suits your areas, degree of sagging, and schedule will be examined together during the preliminary consultation.
Who is Gangnam Lifting for?
Those concerned about both facial line sagging and fine lines/loss of elasticity
Those who want to compare which single procedure is right for them
Those looking into both single and combined procedure options
Those who want to have different procedure combinations for different areas
Those who want to achieve both immediate changes and cumulative changes
Side Effects and Things to Know Before Gangnam Lifting
👉 Gangnam Lifting is a category where action depths and side effect patterns differ by device, so it is difficult to summarize as a single side effect.
HIFU and RF lines may be accompanied by temporary redness, slight swelling, and stinging immediately after the procedure.
Most are reported to subside naturally within 3 to 5 days.
The microwave and RF combination line is accompanied by a warm sensation during the procedure,
and temporary surface condition changes may follow for a few days after the procedure.
The thread lifting line may be accompanied by swelling, bruising, and a pulling sensation for 1-2 weeks immediately after the procedure,
and rare cases of dimpling, skin irregularities, and asymmetry have been reported.
Lifting procedures are not a line that brings permanent change with one session,
but a category where results stabilize when cumulative care and your daily management are carried out together.
Please inform us in advance as procedures may be restricted in the following cases:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
If you have active herpes or infection in the treatment area
If you use internal electrical devices such as a pacemaker (RF line)
If you have a history of implants or thread procedures in the treatment area
If you have an autoimmune disease, keloid tendency, or are prone to scarring
⚠️ Precautions Before and After Gangnam Lifting
👉 For Gangnam Lifting, management at each stage before and after the procedure affects recovery and result maintenance.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. How are Gangnam Lifting HIFU and Radiofrequency different?
HIFU is a line that focuses ultrasound energy on a single point to create thermal coagulation points directly up to the SMAS layer,
so it is a category that focuses on deep support layer stimulation.
Radiofrequency is a line that delivers heat to the dermis and subcutaneous layers on an area basis to achieve collagen coagulation and regeneration,
so it is an area that focuses on surface condition and overall elasticity stimulation.
Q. How should I choose between thread lifting and energy lifting for Gangnam Lifting?
Thread lifting is recommended for those who need an immediate lifting effect,
while HIFU/RF lines are recommended for those who focus on inner collagen stimulation without epidermal damage.
There are cases where both categories are carried out in stages,
so the combination that fits your areas and goals will be examined during the preliminary consultation.
Q. When do the effects of Gangnam Lifting appear?
Thread lifting is a line where lifting effects are reported immediately after the procedure,
while HIFU and RF lines follow a flow where they gradually settle over 1-3 months as collagen regeneration accumulates.
The timing of changes and maintenance periods differ for each device, and there are individual differences.
Q. How much pain is involved in Gangnam Lifting?
It varies by device.
HIFU lines may be accompanied by a heavy pain coming from deep layer stimulation,
while RF lines are known for a warm sensation, and thread lifting is performed after local anesthesia,
so strong pain during the procedure is generally low.
Q. Are combined procedures possible with Gangnam Lifting?
It is an area where devices with different action depths and mechanisms are sometimes combined.
There is a flow of combining HIFU and RF, or energy lifting and thread lifting in stages,
and the combination schedule and areas are examined together during the preliminary consultation.
Q. How long does the maintenance period for Gangnam Lifting last?
Although it varies depending on the device and your skin condition, generally,
many lines last for about 6 months to 1 year,
and it is reported that thread lifting lasts 6-10 months, while HIFU/RF lines have a significant impact on maintaining changes through cumulative procedures.
Q. Which device is recommended for whom in Gangnam Lifting?
HIFU lines are recommended if you are concerned about deep SMAS layer sagging,
RF/microwave lines if you are concerned about area-based dermal elasticity loss,
and thread lifting if you need immediate lifting.
The choice of device that fits your sagging pattern is organized together during the preliminary consultation.
Lifting procedures are a field divided into categories with completely different mechanisms and depths of action.
Because there is a limitation that one procedure cannot act on all sagging patterns,
it is also a category where the choice tailored to the area and goal affects the satisfaction of the results.
Gangnam Lifting operates 8 devices across three mechanisms:
HIFU lines (Ultherapy Prime, Shurink Universe),
RF/microwave lines (Thermage FLX, ONDA, Olltight, InMode, Oligio),
and PDO thread lifting lines (Mint Thread Lifting).
The device or combined configuration that suits your areas and degree of sagging
will be confirmed directly during the consultation.
If you are concerned about both facial line sagging and loss of dermal elasticity,
please feel free to visit Cleor Clinic Gangnam Branch.
Even before deciding on a procedure, we will provide detailed guidance on your skin condition and
suitable care directions through a preliminary consultation.
※ This content is for general information purposes, and results may vary by individual.
Please decide on accurate diagnosis and whether to proceed with the procedure through a consultation with a specialist.
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