Why is pre-treatment consultation important?

When choosing a lifting procedure,

the information many people look at first is

content like “Shurink 300 shots price” or “Oligio treatment cost.”

However, lifting procedures are difficult to decide based solely on shot count or equipment name.

This is because each person's facial structure and the progression of aging differ.

The causes of skin sagging vary from person to person.

For some, the cheek area might appear to sag downwards,

while others might experience a less defined jawline.

Additionally, hollowing under the eyes or cheekbones can give an impression of fatigue.

These changes are not solely due to decreased skin elasticity.

They involve complex processes affecting the deep dermal layer, fat layer, fascial layer (SMAS), and

even structural changes in the facial bones.

Therefore, even with the same lifting procedure, a different approach is needed for each individual.

Here are some specific examples:

If the jawline is blurred and a double chin is observed,

it's often less about surface skin issues and more likely due to a weakened SMAS layer, which is an internal support structure.

In such cases, ultrasound lifting (e.g., Shurink, Ulthera),

which delivers energy to the deep layers of the skin, can contribute to improvement.

If the area below the cheekbones appears sunken and the entire face seems to sag downwards,

it's common for internal skin elasticity to have decreased and for fat to have shifted downwards.

Thread lifting or radiofrequency lifting (e.g., InMode, Forma) that targets the dermal layer can be appropriate.

If your entire face appears swollen and you feel your contours are not clear,

this may be related to edema and decreased lymphatic circulation.

In this situation, lifting procedures that help with the fat layer and lymphatic circulation, such as Onda Lifting, can be considered.

If you are concerned about fine wrinkles around the eyes or drooping eyebrows,

as this is an area with thin skin, it is important to choose a lifting method that requires a delicate approach rather than excessive stimulation.

A Shurink tip applied at a shallow depth of 1.5mm, or radiofrequency lifting like Oligio, can be helpful.

It's more important "where and how" the treatment is performed, rather than "how many shots."

For example, even if the same Shurink 300-shot procedure is performed,

some individuals might expect satisfying results,

while others might not feel a significant difference.

The reason is simple.

This is because the treatment area, target depth, and energy intensity used were applied differently for each individual.

Lifting procedures mean more than just operating equipment.

It is a field where a deep understanding of an individual's facial structure and the ‘skill to design’ the optimal treatment plan are essential.

That's why our clinic prioritizes "personalized design" before treatment.

At our clinic, we do not view lifting procedures as a simple process.

First, we analyze the patient's facial structure from various angles,

and after identifying which skin layer is the source of their current aesthetic concerns,

We select the appropriate treatment devices and methods, and carefully plan the number of shots and depth, tailored to each individual's condition.

Accordingly, even for the same Shurink treatment, 200 shots might be appropriate for some individuals.

While for others, 400 shots may be necessary.

In some cases, thread lifting might be a more suitable solution than a Shurink treatment.

No two faces are exactly alike.

Therefore, customized planning is crucial for lifting treatments as well.

From a medical professional's perspective, it might be easier to simply explain, 'just use this device for X number of shots'.

However, we believe it's more important for patients to accurately understand their facial condition and concerns,

and to know the solutions for them.

Lifting treatments do not simply focus on a predetermined 'number of shots',

but rather begin with customized planning that deeply understands the patient's facial condition.

We do not confine ourselves to specific treatment names,

but instead plan and perform lifting procedures based solely on each patient's unique facial characteristics.

Just having a consultation is enough, with no pressure.

what your current facial condition is, and what improvements you can expect,

we will carefully discuss with you.