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When choosing a place for LED light therapy like KO Light, the basic approach is to select the light type and application conditions matched to your concern, and choose based on whether they explain how many visits you'll need. While research shows that red light and near-infrared light may help with skin rejuvenation and acne, the application conditions vary across studies.
JUVGEN is a treatment that alternately introduces small amounts of carbon dioxide gas and hyaluronic acid, aiming to promote changes within the skin rather than add volume like hyaluronic acid injection alone. However, research specifically investigating JUVGEN itself is not currently available, so we must rely on studies of carbon dioxide gas injection and hyaluronic acid injection.
The basic approach to choosing where to receive Juvederm is to evaluate the doctor's technique for uniform drug distribution and whether they have measures in place for nodule formation. Most nodules from polylactic acid injection are thought to result from uneven accumulation of the agent.
The basic way to choose where to receive Jal Pro is to select a clinic where a physician examines your skin before injection, uses genuine products, and clearly explains the number of sessions and intervals. Research investigating complications from hyaluronic acid injections found that many cases involved procedures performed by people with unclear credentials or products from unknown sources.
Beauty infusions vary in what is known and what precautions are necessary depending on the type. Vitamin C infusions are generally considered to suit the body well, but as the dose increases, attention to the kidneys and blood becomes necessary.
The differences in medical hair removal lasers stem mainly from the wavelength of light and suitability for different skin colors. Alexandrite is considered safer for fair to standard skin tones, diode for standard to moderately dark skin, and Nd:YAG for dark skin.
HydraGentle and chemical peeling are alike in that both are shallow treatments that remove dead skin cells from the skin's surface. The difference lies in the type and strength of acid used, and how easily irritation occurs.
The "type" of HIFU first determines the depth at which the ultrasonic heat is focused. Equipment commonly used in research has depths of 1.5mm, 3.0mm, and 4.5mm—the shallower depths reach the skin, while deeper depths reach the fascia beneath the skin (the membrane that supports the face).
Hand vein treatment choice depends on whether you want to close and eliminate the vessels themselves, or fill out the thinness of the back of the hand to reduce the prominence of the veins. The former centers on sclerotherapy, while the latter focuses on fat injection or hyaluronic acid injection.
Thread lift like Zetith Thread lift works best for mild to moderate sagging skin that does not require surgical excision. It is less suitable for people with significant excess skin or those seeking immediate surgical-level lift.
Both the incision Hamra technique (cutting from the skin side) and the transconjunctival Hamra technique (performed from inside the eyelid) reposition fat under the eye to even out bulges and hollows. A review of 24 studies found no major difference in outcomes. The key factor in choosing is whether excess skin needs to be removed.
GLP-1 diet medications include liraglutide (daily injection), semaglutide (weekly injection), semaglutide (daily oral), and tirzepatide (which acts on two hormones). The rate of weight loss varies by drug type and dosage. In pooled analyses of trials in people with obesity, a higher dose of tirzepatide was easiest to reduce weight with, but higher doses also increased gastrointestinal side effects and discontinuation rates.
Fat X Core and similar fat-dissolving injections are treatments where results become more likely when the right candidate is selected, the administrator has proper technique, and multiple visits are completed together. For this reason, the basic approach to choosing where to receive treatment is to select a clinic where the physician examines the condition of your fat, explains the drug dosage and how complications will be managed.
Among injections to reduce double chins, the deoxycholic acid injection—the same as in Kybella Plus—was the first non-surgical method confirmed in a large clinical trial. Injections using a different ingredient, phosphatidylcholine, were noted in expert statements to lack complete efficacy and safety data.
With Thread lift procedures like Zetith Thread lift, regret often stems from a mismatch in expectations—such as "it didn't last as long as I thought"—and complications like depressions or thread protrusion. Guidelines from Japan's Society of Aesthetic Surgeons explain that while Thread lift can provide temporary improvement, the results are modest and the duration is short.
In summaries of research comparing sclerotherapy and laser for fine blood vessel treatment, no clear difference has been observed in improvement rates. Differences tend to appear in vessel diameter and side effects; very fine vessels are said to suit laser treatment, while thicker vessels are better suited to sclerotherapy, and pigmentation tends to be less with laser.
Electroporation uses short electrical pulses to temporarily loosen the skin barrier, making applied ingredients easier to penetrate. Iontophoresis is a method that uses weak electrical current to push in electrically charged ingredients, while needle treatments create small pathways through the skin—each has a different mechanism for ingredient delivery.
Auricular cartilage grafting uses the natural curve of ear cartilage to smooth and refine the nasal tip, making it well-suited for this purpose. However, ear cartilage is soft, and its ability to enlarge and elevate the nasal tip or provide strong support does not match that of rib cartilage (thoracic cartilage).
Needle treatments like Dermapen 4 are reported to improve acne scar indentations even when used alone, but the degree of improvement varies from person to person. When combined with PRP made from your own blood, some comparisons show better results than standalone treatment, though research findings across studies remain inconsistent.
After a Thread lift such as Zetith, swelling, bruising, and pain often appear immediately and usually subside with proper post-procedure care. Swelling is the most common symptom after Thread lift, reported in approximately one in three patients.
Dermal grafting includes a method of folding and inserting dermis alone, and dermal-fat grafting in which fat remains attached. In both cases, some portion is absorbed over time. Dermal-fat grafting has unpredictable absorption patterns, and to compensate, the method of folding dermis alone is being explored.
Clitoral hood reduction methods divide into two main approaches: "hood excision only" or "reshaping together with the labia minora." Because excess hood is often viewed alongside labia minora size, and reducing only the labia minora can make the hood more prominent, the procedures are frequently performed simultaneously.
When choosing where to have buccal fat removal, first confirm whether the clinic follows a philosophy of "not removing everything, but reducing modestly." This fat lies very close to facial nerves and the salivary duct pathway, so thorough knowledge of anatomy is the foundation of safety.
When botulinum preparations are compared at equivalent doses adjusted for type, there is no significant difference in wrinkle-suppressing power. However, because the strength of "1 unit" differs by preparation, the actual content is not the same even at the same numerical dose.
Thread lift is most suitable for people with mild sagging skin who want a slight tightening without surgery. While thread lifts can provide temporary improvement, the effects are not dramatic and are not expected to last long.
Eyebrow tattooing is divided into two main approaches: hand-drawn, where hairs are depicted one by one, and machine-applied, where fine dots are layered to create a powdered finish. Color lasts longer with the machine method, and a combination of both is also possible.
When choosing a clinic for Argenesis, first confirm whether a physician experienced in facial vasculature will perform the injection, and how complications will be managed if they occur. Hyaluronic acid can be reversed with a degrading enzyme, but Argenesis has different ingredients, so it is safer not to assume the same approach will work.
Treatment drugs for AGA and FAGA fall into two categories: oral medications that reduce the male hormone that causes hair loss, and minoxidil, which widens blood vessels. Both options are available for men, but women with the possibility of pregnancy face strong restrictions on oral medications that reduce hormones.
Zetith eyes is a suture technique that creates a double-eyelid line with thread without cutting the eyelid. While scarring is less noticeable and recovery is quick, the line may become shallower or disappear.
Regret with VOV Lift often stems from an effect mismatch: 'it did not lift as much as I expected.' While Thread lift can provide temporary improvement, the effect is modest and does not last long, so thorough explanation is required.
XERF is a non-invasive treatment device that uses two frequencies of radiofrequency (RF) to warm the skin and achieve skin tightening for sagging (skin laxity). Radiofrequency treatment for sagging skin leaves minimal scarring and does not leave foreign material in the body; however, its results are reported to be less effective than surgery or injectable treatments.
Volbella XC is a firm hyaluronic acid filler designed to project the chin forward and define the jawline. In chin studies, the effect lasted until the time of re-treatment at 18 months, and in jawline studies, improvement was maintained for up to 12 months.
Voluma XC is a hyaluronic acid designed to restore volume to the central face, such as cheeks that have become hollow with age. In U.S. approval trials, 85.6% of people showed improvement in cheek volume deficit at 6 months, and 73.9% maintained this at 1 year.
Volift XC does not add volume; it is a hyaluronic acid designed to improve skin hydration and smoothness. Research reports that improvement in skin roughness persists for approximately 6 months, and improvement in hydration for approximately 9 months.
After VOV Thread lift, swelling and bruising typically subside over several days to 1–2 weeks. The most common complication with thread lifts is swelling, followed by skin depression.
Botox is not a "wrinkle-erasing drug." It is a medication that temporarily suppresses muscle movement. Therefore, it works on wrinkles that appear when muscles move, but has little effect on wrinkles that remain even when muscles are at rest. At our Fukuoka clinic (Tenjin), we break down wrinkles into four categories—expression lines, etched wrinkles, dehydration-induced fine lines, and sagging (skin laxity) lines—and explain which treatments work for each.
Sagging (skin laxity) is often thought of as "skin becoming loose," but it is actually the result of four separate layers—skin, fat, supporting tissue, and bone—each changing at its own pace. The effective treatment depends on which layer is the primary cause. If you continue receiving device treatments without distinguishing between layers, you will find yourself returning repeatedly as the results fade quickly. At our Fukuoka clinic (Tenjin), we explain how to distinguish between layers and the range that devices can and cannot reach.
Spots are not a single type. Even if they look similar, some respond well to laser treatment, while the same laser can darken others. Melasma in particular worsens with strong irradiation. We explain the five types — age spots, freckles, melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and ADM — including how to distinguish them and the differences in treatment, at our Fukuoka clinic (Tenjin).
Some acne scars fade over time, while others never disappear no matter how long you wait. Redness and hyperpigmentation are helped by time, but indentations do not fill in naturally. If you continue the same care without understanding this difference, you end up irritating scars that would disappear and neglecting scars that will not. At our Fukuoka clinic (Tenjin), we explain how to distinguish and treat four types of acne scars.
Strawberry nose, dark discoloration, roughness. Nose pores are prominent because the sebaceous glands are the largest and most densely concentrated on the face. Pores cannot be eliminated, but they can be made less noticeable. We divide the 3 types—comedones, enlarged pores, and dark discoloration—and explain what works and what does not, from what you can do at home to Treatments we perform at our Fukuoka clinic and oral medication (isotretinoin).
Volbella XC is an injectable filler made by combining soft hyaluronic acid with the anesthetic lidocaine, used for lip volume and fine lines around the mouth. In the U.S. approval trial, 80.3% of people showed at least one-grade improvement in lip fullness at 3 months, and 61.8% maintained the effect at 12 months.
Vectra is a device that captures the face and body in three dimensions and lets you preview how you will look after treatment on a screen. It helps align your goals with your doctor by looking at the same image, but the displayed appearance is not a guarantee of the final outcome.
Hyaluronic acid vaginal tightening is a non-incisional procedure that injects hyaluronic acid into the vaginal wall to create internal fullness and reduce laxity. The main goal is functional improvement such as sexual satisfaction, and the injected hyaluronic acid is thought to be absorbed in about 9–12 months.
Ultraformer MPT is a non-invasive ultrasound treatment (HIFU) that delivers ultrasonic heat from the deep skin layers to the fascia (SMAS) to tighten sagging skin. Research reports small changes, such as eyebrows lifting 0.47–1.7 mm and the area under the chin becoming slightly more defined, though the changes are not as dramatic as surgical or injection treatments.
Thread lift tends to be suitable for people in the early stages when sagging has just begun to appear. In a survey of 1,500 people in Japan, people aged 43 and over and those who had 11 or more threads inserted showed higher rates of returning for follow-up visits due to "insufficient results."
The Hamra technique is a procedure in which the surgeon enters from the inside of the lower eyelid, relocates the fat beneath the under-eye puffiness into the hollow below it without removing the fat, and flattens the area. It is suitable for people who have distinct puffiness and hollowness and minimal skin sagging.
Thermage is a radiofrequency (RF) treatment that heats the deep layers of skin to shrink collagen and stimulate collagen remodeling, thereby tightening the skin. Mild sagging (skin laxity) and fine lines are expected to improve gradually, but the effects are reported to be smaller than those of surgery or injection.
The most clearly established benefit of beauty supplements in research is improved skin hydration through collagen and other ingredients. Some analyses show differences in wrinkles and elasticity, but changes are gradual and most research spans only a few months of use.
SUNEKOS is an injection combining non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid with amino acids, used to improve skin hydration and firmness. In the same category of injections, research shows increased skin moisture content after repeated treatments, but it is not a volume-adding treatment like cross-linked hyaluronic acid.
Regrets about Thread lift center on the gap between expectations and reality: 'less change than expected' and 'effects returned sooner than anticipated.' In a survey of 1,500 people in Japan, 3.4% returned for additional treatment due to insufficient results, with higher rates among older patients and those receiving more threads.
Eyebrow-level incision is a procedure that removes excess skin on the upper eyelid just below the eyebrow, reducing upper-eyelid sagging (skin laxity). It is not a surgery that lifts the eyebrow itself significantly; rather, the goal is to reduce the skin that drapes over the eyelid.
The Strut technique is a method of inserting a cartilage support pillar into the columella (the pillar between the nostrils) to support the nose tip from below. It is used for nose tips with a short columella or recessed under-nose area, and can project the nose tip forward or lengthen the columella.
Stem cell therapy for aesthetic purposes primarily uses cells extracted from your own fat or substances produced by those cells, applied to the skin to improve firmness and hydration. While there are reports of increased skin thickness and hydration, high-quality research confirming efficacy and safety remains limited.
Swelling and bruising that tend to appear after thread lift are reported to continue for approximately 1–2 weeks. Most cases settle down with continued post-procedure care.
When choosing a hair transplant clinic, what matters is the surgical team's skill and a long-term plan based on the quantity and quality of the donor area to be harvested. Hair transplant results are reported to vary depending on the surgeon's technique, the quality of the donor area, the skin condition at the transplant site, and the extent of the area.
Ptosis surgery works by tightening or advancing the muscle that lifts the eyelid and the membrane at its end (levator aponeurosis), restoring a drooping eyelid to its normal height. Beyond appearance, studies report that the procedure widens the visual field and improves quality of life.
PRP skin regeneration therapy involves extracting platelets concentrated from your own blood (platelet-rich plasma) and injecting them into the skin to target fine lines and loss of firmness. According to guidelines from the Japanese Society of Plastic Surgeons, treatment using PRP alone for facial wrinkles and sagging (skin laxity) is weakly recommended, as many reports indicate it is effective.
Prominent ear correction is a surgical procedure that creates an ear fold by suturing or incising the ear cartilage, bringing ears that appear to project away from the head closer to the side of the head. A report summarizing 18 studies showed the distance between the head and ear edge decreased from an average of 27.1 mm to 15.4 mm.
A dissolving Thread lift like TEX3D Lift tends to suit people with mild sagging (skin laxity) who do not seek the dramatic change that surgical cutting would bring. Conversely, people with strong sagging (skin laxity) or those expecting lifting comparable to surgery often find the results insufficient.
Potenza is a treatment in which thin needles are inserted into the skin and radiofrequency (RF) heat is delivered from the needle tips to encourage collagen regeneration within the skin. Research on treatments using the same mechanism has reported improvements in acne scar depressions, pores, and post-acne redness.
Pulrial is a treatment in which a component called polynucleotide (PN) is injected into the skin to gradually improve firmness, hydration, and skin texture. In tests around the eye area, there was no difference in visible improvement between PN and hyaluronic acid, but PN showed better results in hydration and skin texture measurements.
Picosure irradiation methods are selected based on the concern being addressed. For darkly pigmented spots like age spots or birthmarks, color-targeting irradiation is used; for acne scars and skin texture, focus irradiation—which delivers fine, point-like stimulation within the skin—is being studied.
Perineoplasty is a procedure that removes excess skin and scars remaining after perineal incision or tearing during childbirth, then re-sutures the area to restore a pre-pregnancy appearance. The main targets are visible irregularities and pain during intercourse caused by scarring.
Regret from Thread lift procedures like TEX3D Thread lift often stems from a gap in expectations: "the lift is less than expected, and the results don't last long." While Thread lift can provide temporary improvement, the effects are modest and durability is short; the Japan Society of Aesthetic Surgeons guidelines emphasize the need for thorough explanation.
Peeling is a treatment in which a chemical agent is applied to the skin to remove old dead skin cells and damaged surface layers, accelerating skin renewal. It is used for non-inflammatory acne such as whiteheads and blackheads, uneven skin tone, and fine lines, but changes are gradual and multiple sessions are needed.
For melasma and age-spot treatment, oral tranexamic acid and topical hydroquinone or tretinoin are commonly used, and both are reported to improve skin tone. However, oral medications carry a rare risk of thrombosis (blood clots), and topical medications tend to cause irritation and redness, so selection must be tailored to individual constitution and skin condition.
Moist Shot is a skin booster (skin-quality-improving injection) in which hyaluronic acid and PDRN (a DNA component derived from salmon) are injected into the shallow layers of the skin to improve hydration, firmness, and skin texture. It is suited to concerns about skin quality such as dryness, fine lines, and pores, but it is not a treatment for adding volume or filling deep wrinkles.
Silky Fat injection is a treatment in which your own fat is finely broken down and filtered, then injected into fine depressions on the face or shallow layers of skin. It is suited for addressing under-eye hollowing and refining skin texture, but the amount of injected fat that persists is difficult to predict, and it is not a treatment that makes large changes to facial shape.
With barbed Thread lifts like TEX3D, swelling and bruising are the most common symptoms, and most subside with routine post-operative care. Research recommends avoiding large facial movements, massage, and dental treatment for approximately 2 weeks after the procedure, and advises checking progress between 2 weeks and 1 month.
Hydrating injections and hand-injection skin boosters work by gradually injecting hyaluronic acid and other substances into the shallow layers of the skin to improve moisture, skin texture, and fine lines. This is not a treatment for creating facial contours or filling deep wrinkles or nasolabial folds.
Lower eyelid retraction surgery lowers the outer edge of the lower eyelid slightly to make the eyes vertically wider and soften the appearance of upturned eyes. In a study of 63 people, the outer edge of the lower eyelid lowered in everyone, but some experienced partial reversion, and 7.9% were not sufficiently satisfied.
Labiaplasty reduces enlarged or elongated labia minora by cutting them smaller, alleviating friction and appearance concerns. Studies report that the primary reason for undergoing the procedure is physical discomfort from friction during underwear wear or exercise, rather than appearance alone.
Labia majora reduction surgery is a procedure that removes excess, sagging skin of the labia majora and reshapes the outer appearance of the intimate area. However, if the concern is not due to 'excess' but rather to 'atrophy and deflation,' a volume-adding treatment may be more suitable than cutting.
Dissolving thread lifts like Tesslift work best for people with mild to moderate sagging and not excessive facial fat. Conversely, those with significant skin excess or who expect changes comparable to surgery often find threads alone unsatisfying.
Prepucial reduction surgery removes excess skin from the prepuce (foreskin) covering the clitoris to reshape the external genitalia. People undergo it mainly due to discomfort from friction, aesthetic concerns, and difficulty maintaining hygiene. Research reports that complications are rare and satisfaction rates are high.
LED light therapy like KO Light changes its target depending on the color (wavelength) of light applied, with red light and near-infrared light used for fine lines and skin firmness, and blue light used for acne. For crow's feet, improvement has been confirmed in tests compared to sham devices, but Japanese guidelines do not recommend it for acne.
JUVGEN is a treatment in which medical-grade carbon dioxide (CO2) gas and hyaluronic acid are injected alternately, bit by bit, into the skin to promote blood circulation and collagen remodeling. CO2 gas injection (carboxytherapy) has been used for skin rejuvenation and depressed acne scars.
Juvederm Volite is a treatment in which a resorbable ingredient called poly-D,L-lactic acid (PDLLA) and hyaluronic acid are injected into the skin to gradually increase your own collagen and improve skin texture. In small studies, prominent pores and skin texture improved over several months.
With dissolvable thread lifts like Tesslift, the most common regret is not complications but dissatisfaction with results—"it didn't lift as much as I expected" or "it sagged back quickly." A study of 1,500 people in Japan showed that dissatisfaction is more likely as age increases and as the number of threads increases.
Pores, acne scars, sagging (skin laxity), dryness, fine lines, spots, dullness, redness, and other skin concerns frequently discussed at our Fukuoka clinic have been organized by cause. In addition to how to choose a treatment, we introduce cost, frequency of visits, downtime, and medical-grade skincare products. Click on the treatment name to move to a detailed explanation page.
Jal Pro is an injection (skin booster) that injects amino acids and non-crosslinked hyaluronic acid into the shallow layers of the skin to enhance skin moisture and firmness. Unlike hyaluronic acid injections that create volume, it serves a different purpose—it improves the quality of the skin itself without changing contours.
Beauty intravenous drips and injections deliver components such as vitamin C and glutathione directly into the bloodstream, achieving blood concentrations not possible through oral intake. Comparative trials show fatigue improves for 2 hours to the next day after infusion, but the evidence for skin brightening is weak, and glutathione infusions carry safety concerns.
Medical laser hair removal works by having the laser light absorbed by the black pigment (melanin) in hair, converting it to heat, and destroying the tissue that produces hair to reduce hair growth. With repeated sessions, hair gradually decreases, but one session is not enough, and it is rare for all hair to disappear completely.
Hydra Gentle is a treatment that uses water-soluble acid (AHA) and oil-soluble acid (BHA) to rinse away dead skin cells and pore impurities, then infuses skincare ingredients to refine the skin surface. Mild improvement can be expected for whiteheads and pore clogging, but results do not last long and repeat sessions are necessary.
Bruising, swelling, and tenderness on pressure after Tesslift are the most common reactions to Thread lift, and most settle naturally with post-procedure care. However, dimpling, contour irregularities, and thread displacement can persist longer and may require medical intervention.
HIFU (high-intensity focused ultrasound) is a treatment that concentrates ultrasound waves deep in the skin, converting them to heat, and uses the skin's collagen-regeneration process to tighten sagging (skin laxity). According to guidelines from the Japan Society of Aesthetic Surgeons, it is effective for wrinkles and sagging (skin laxity), but its results do not match those of surgery or injectable treatments.
Hand vein treatment is a procedure to make prominent veins on the back of the hand less noticeable. The typical method is sclerotherapy, in which a medication is injected into the blood vessel to close it. A report of 41 people who underwent sclerotherapy for hand veins showed that the procedure required an average of 1.5 treatments, with no serious complications.
Hamra technique surgery involves making an incision below the lash line, then moving—rather than removing—the fat that causes under-eye puffiness into the hollow just below, to smooth out the contour. Because excess skin can also be trimmed away at the same time, this method is used for people with skin sagging (skin laxity).
GLP-1 dieting is a method that uses a medication similar to a gut hormone (GLP-1) involved in satiety, reducing food intake to lose weight. In trials of obese individuals, weight decreased by 5–18%, but it was also found that weight tends to return when the medication is discontinued.
Shopping Lift is most suitable for people with mild sagging (skin laxity) and skin that still has elasticity. Conversely, for people with severe sagging (skin laxity) or those at an advanced age, it has been reported that relying on threads alone often results in less change than expected.
Fat X Core is a treatment in which deoxycholic acid is injected into fat in areas of concern, destroying fat cells and gradually reducing them. Its use on the belly and upper arms is separate from the approved use on double chin, and research is still at a preliminary stage.
Kythera is a treatment that injects deoxycholic acid into the fat beneath the chin, destroys fat cells, and gradually reduces double chin. In trials of an approved drug with the same ingredient (ATX-101), 66.5% of people met the improvement criterion 12 weeks after the final injection, exceeding placebo at 22.2%.
Facial sclerotherapy is a treatment in which a sclerosing agent (hardening medication) is injected through a fine needle into protruding blue blood vessels on the face, damaging the inner wall of the vessel to close it and make it less noticeable. It is suited for relatively thick blood vessels; for vessels thinner than 1 mm, laser treatment may be chosen instead.
Electroporation is a treatment that uses brief electrical stimulation—without needles—to create temporary gaps in the skin's surface, making it easier for cosmetic ingredients to penetrate. While it offers the convenience of a needle-free approach, research confirming how well it works for cosmetic purposes remains limited.
Regret with Thread lift tends to arise more from a gap in results—'less change than expected'—than from complications. In a Japanese study of 1,500 people, 3.4% returned due to insufficient effect, and this was more common in people aged 43 or older and those with more than 10 threads.
Auricular cartilage transplantation is a procedure that removes a portion of cartilage from the ear and transfers it to the nasal tip or nasal columella (the structure between the nostrils) to refine shape and provide support. It is used to layer over the nasal tip to refine its shape or to support the nasal columella.
Dermapen 4 is a treatment that creates many tiny holes in the skin with fine needles and increases collagen through the skin's natural healing response. Because it does not significantly abrade the skin surface, downtime such as swelling and redness is said to be relatively short.
Dermal grafting is a procedure in which the dermis (the deep layer of skin) with the surface layer removed from your own skin is transferred to areas that need volume. Dermofat grafting, which transfers the subcutaneous fat along with the dermis, is used to naturally raise the nasal bridge in people with thin skin.
Hyaluronic acid injection is best suited for people who want to address wrinkles or volume loss in the cheeks and chin through injection rather than surgery. The Japanese Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery guidelines recognize hyaluronic acid injection for facial wrinkles as effective and assign it a recommendation level of 2 (weakly recommended).
Swelling, bruising, and pain after shopping lift are mostly temporary reactions. The recovery period for thread lift is typically reported as several days to one week.
Clitoral hood reduction surgery is a procedure that removes excess skin (clitoral prepuce) covering the clitoris to make it smaller. Research shows it is often performed together with labia minora reduction surgery, with friction discomfort and cosmetic concerns being the main reasons.
Buccal fat removal is a surgical procedure that removes a portion of the fat pad located deep in the cheek (buccal fat) to reduce cheek fullness and create a more defined lower face. While there are reports of high satisfaction, research confirming its effects is limited and of modest quality.
Botulinum toxin injection temporarily weakens the muscles that create facial expressions, making wrinkles that form from movement—such as between the eyebrows or at the corners of the eyes—less noticeable. Muscle movement typically stops within 5–15 days after injection, and the effect is described as lasting approximately 4–6 months.
Swelling and bruising after hyaluronic acid injection are mostly temporary reactions that occur immediately after injection. Reports classify those appearing within 14 days of injection as "early-phase reactions," and redness, swelling, and bruising are considered common reactions.
MINT Lift is best suited for people whose sagging is not severe and who desire natural tightening rather than dramatic change. A Japanese study of 1,500 people found that return visits citing "insufficient results" were more common among those aged 43 and older and those who received more than 10 threads.
Microblading is a procedure in which pigment is introduced with a needle into a very shallow layer of skin to maintain the shape and color of eyebrows, eyeliner, and lips for an extended period. While it can reduce the daily effort of makeup, the pigment remains in the skin, so you should be aware in advance that it cannot be easily removed if the shape does not match or irritation occurs.
Argenesis is a gel filler made from agarose, a polysaccharide derived from seaweed, and is used to enhance facial volume and contour. Research is still limited, and how long the effect lasts and whether it can be dissolved are not as clearly understood as with hyaluronic acid.
AGA (male pattern hair loss) and FAGA (female pattern hair loss) treatment primarily works by using medication to slow the progression of hair thinning and to regrow thinned hair. Medication works only while you continue taking it, and you must continue long-term to maintain the effect. The response varies from person to person.
When choosing a clinic for hyaluronic acid injection, the shortcut is to check the clinic's readiness for complications before looking at reviews or product names. Serious complications are rare, but if a blood vessel becomes blocked, it can lead to skin necrosis or vision loss, and the outcome depends on whether the clinic can quickly recognize the problem and use the dissolving agent.
Common regrets with MINT lift include 'less change than expected' and 'it reverted quickly' — a gap between expectation and reality. A Japanese study of 1,500 people found that 3.4% returned for follow-up due to insufficient results, with the rate increasing at higher ages and with more threads used.
With barbed PDO thread lifts like MINT Lift, swelling and bruising are often mild and typically last about 1–2 weeks according to reports. Thread displacement, skin indentation, and infection are separate changes from swelling.
JUVEDERM VOLIFT is most suitable for people with moderate to deep nasolabial folds or wrinkles extending downward from the mouth corners (marionette lines). For significant cheek volume loss or when creating skeletal support, note that other hyaluronic acid products are more frequently studied.
Rhinoplasty is most suitable for people whose primary concern is a low nasal bridge (dorsum) and who want to raise it. If the roundness of the nasal tip or nasal tip height is your main concern, raising only the nasal bridge with an implant (prosthesis) may not produce the desired change.
Non-invasive under-eye dark circles treatment (transconjunctival lipectomy) works best for people whose under-eye puffiness comes from fat prolapse with little to no skin laxity. For those with prominent skin sagging or hollowness below the puffiness, fat removal alone may be insufficient.
Liposuction lift is suitable for people whose jawline fullness is mainly caused by fat, with light to moderate skin sagging (skin laxity). People with large skin excess tend to retain sagging (skin laxity) even after fat removal, and may benefit more from surgical Facelift.
Lip lift tends to suit people with a long upper lip (philtrum) and whose upper front teeth are barely visible when the mouth is slightly open. For people with a shorter upper lip or where the jaw bone shape is the main concern, surgery may not result in the desired lip contour.
Lateral canthoplasty is more likely to be suitable for people whose eye width shortness is on the outer corner side, and for whom widening the outer corner outward would noticeably change their appearance. If the fold at the inner corner of the eye (epicanthal fold) or weak eyelid opening is the main cause, widening only the outer corner may not produce the expected change.
Aquiline nose correction is well-suited for people with a prominent hump in the middle of the nasal bridge that affects the profile's appearance. The appropriate method varies depending on the hump shape, nasal bridge curvature, nasal tip height, and whether it is a first surgery or revision.
Common sources of regret with full-incision sagging-skin double-eyelid surgery are asymmetry between the two eyes, visible scarring, and double eyelids becoming shallower or disappearing. In research involving over 4,000 people, partial disappearance of the double eyelid occurred in 2.1%, and asymmetry in 5.6%.
Deviated nose surgery is suitable for people whose nasal deviation stems from a bent nasal septum (the internal partition), and who want to correct both appearance and nasal obstruction together. In people with facial asymmetry, even straightening the nose alone may not appear straight.
Columellar lift surgery is most suitable for patients whose columella (the structure between the nostrils) appears to droop below the alae when viewed from the side, and where the cause lies in the shape of the nasal septal tip or the cartilage of the columella. If the alae are elevated and the columella simply appears more prominent as a result, columellar lift surgery may not be appropriate.
Alar rim lowering is a good fit for people whose alar rims are pulled upward, making the inside of the nostrils overly visible from the side. If the nostrils are prominent because the columella has descended, lowering the alar alone will not solve the problem.
Alar base Implant (prosthesis) works best for people whose lower nose and upper lip area appears depressed due to a low bony foundation. If nasolabial folds are caused by sagging skin, advancing the Implant (prosthesis) forward will not lift the area, so you may not achieve the desired result.
Revision surgery is common after silicone implant breast augmentation due to three main reasons: implant displacement, capsular contracture (hardening and shrinkage of the membrane around the implant), and desire to change the size. A Canadian study found that approximately 1 in 10 patients underwent revision surgery within 2–4 years, with the majority citing these three reasons.
With dissolvable PDO Thread lift procedures like TestLift, you can expect lifting immediately after insertion, but the duration varies by study, with many reports indicating the effect begins to weaken around six months. There is a gap between claims of "lasting over one year" and the research data, so it would be helpful to verify which figures are being cited.
Regret with JUVEDERM VOLIFT XC often stems from nodules or irregularities at the injection site, and rarely, vascular occlusion. Most swelling and bruising are temporary, but vascular occlusion can lead to skin necrosis or blindness, so it is important to confirm the response plan if it occurs.
VASER liposuction is suitable for people whose chronic conditions are well-controlled and who have a clear target area for fat removal. It is liposuction using ultrasound, and slightly better results in skin shrinkage and bleeding have been reported compared to standard liposuction, but the difference is small.
Regret after incisional Facelift often stems from hematoma in the immediate postoperative period, changes in scarring and earlobe shape, and earlier-than-expected relapse of results. The most common complication is hematoma, which involves factors you can prepare for before surgery, such as blood pressure and smoking.
Regret after rhinoplasty often stems from displacement of the Implant (prosthesis) (the silicone core inserted into the nose) and dissatisfaction with the result. Infection and exposure through the skin are rare, but when they occur, removal may be necessary; a connection with raising the nose excessively has been noted.
If you are unsure where to get a Thread lift, look not at the number of threads, but at whether the clinic explains the type and number of threads tailored to your sagging (skin laxity) and the reasoning behind the recommendation. More threads do not necessarily lead to greater satisfaction; the changes you can expect vary depending on your age and skin condition.
Nasal bone narrowing is suitable for people whose nose bridge appears wide from the root to the middle due to the bone's inherent breadth. If the broadness stems from the nasal tip or alar flare, narrowing the bone may not resolve the issue effectively.
Common regrets after non-incisional under-eye fat removal are incomplete removal of fullness and hollowing from over-removal. Which is more likely depends not only on the prominence of the fat but also on the extent of under-eye grooves and skin sagging.
Common regrets after liposuction lift are irregularities from removing too much or too little fat, and skin sagging (skin laxity) that remains after fat reduction. Both become more likely depending on whether the amount of fat and skin laxity are assessed separately.
Common regrets after lip lift include noticeable scarring below the nose and changes in the shape of the nostrils or alar wings. Severe complications are reported to be rare, but scarring always remains; the key consideration is minimizing how visible it becomes.
Shopping Lift can be expected to provide temporary improvement of sagging (skin laxity). The effect is not substantial and does not last long—a realistic expectation—and the Japan Society for Aesthetic Surgeons guideline only gives it a weak recommendation.
Regret after canthoplasty often stems from regression—where the widened outer corner returns to its original position—and lower-lid ectropion or mucosal exposure, where the lower lid turns outward. Regression causes patients to feel the effect was absent or that the eye actually became smaller, and ectropion is reported to lead not only to aesthetic concerns but also to dry eye.
Aquiline nose correction often leads to regret when the hump is shaved down, causing the nasal bridge to become open, sunken, or uneven, or when nasal airflow worsens. It has been noted that hump reduction surgery tends to produce unexpected changes in both appearance and breathing, and revisions are not uncommon.
Regret after deviated-nose surgery often stems from two issues: the straightened nose curving again (relapse), and nasal obstruction appearing after surgery. A curved nose typically has the bone, nasal septum, cartilage, and nasal tip all curved together, so correcting only part of it can leave curvature or allow it to return.
Regret following columellar advancement often stems from the cartilage foundation inserted to project the columella becoming deviated, or the direction of the nasal tip shifting away from the intended angle. Research indicates that the type of deviation most likely to occur varies depending on which method is used to construct the foundation.
The place to get a shopping lift is best found by choosing a clinic that explains the reasoning behind why they decided on that specific number and type of thread. The outcome of thread lift is known to be heavily dependent on the physician's skill, and Japanese multi-facility data also shows that more threads correlate with increased complications and patient dissatisfaction.
Columellar lift surgery often leads to regret when the underlying cause of a deviated nasal tip or columella is misdiagnosed and grafting is performed anyway. When the cause lies in septal deviation, placing a strut alone may leave the deviation unresolved.
Notching (stepwise depressions) and relapse following alar rim lowering surgery typically result from removing too much cartilage or skin, causing loss of structural support. Dedicated research into the complication rate of this procedure itself is scarce; instead, we organize the mechanism of how these complications arise by drawing on knowledge from surgery that corrects the opposite deformity (alar rim retraction upward).
Regret following alar base Implant (prosthesis) most often stems from positional displacement from the intended location (positional abnormality). In facial implants generally, positional displacement is reported as a more frequent complication than infection.
Most swelling and bruising after VASER liposuction resolve naturally over time as part of normal healing. However, studies report that patients with higher BMI show markedly elevated rates of bruising and blood clots.
When comparing Thread lifts, three factors actually affect the results: thread direction (barb placement), number of threads, and material. Even if the names or product brands differ, similar results typically follow when these three factors are comparable.
Septal Extension is suited for people with a low or short nose who need the power to project the nasal tip forward or change its angle. However, depending on the amount of cartilage, skin thickness, and previous surgical history, the same structural foundation may not be able to address all cases.
Swelling and bruising after Facelift are mostly normal and resolve naturally over time. However, hematoma (a collection of blood from internal bleeding) is reported as the most common complication of this surgery that may require revision surgery.
Swelling and nasal congestion after rhinoplasty are a normal, temporary course that occurs in almost all patients. However, the final shape takes approximately 12–15 months for a primary procedure and 24–30 months for revision surgery to stabilize, according to reports.
Regret from bone-narrowing osteotomy tends to arise when the osteotomy is incomplete and when both sides of the bone are cut equally without assessing their individual conditions. The former can cause the shape to revert, and the latter is reported to lead to postoperative step-offs or asymmetry.
Shopping Lift is a type of Thread lift that lifts facial sagging (skin laxity) by threading barbed absorbable sutures like a pulley system. However, research specifically targeting this named procedure is not available, and information about its efficacy and duration can only be inferred from data on Thread lifts of the same category as a whole.
Research compiling numerical data on the rate of regression for lateral canthoplasty is not available. What is known is rather what happens when the procedure does not go well — techniques for correction have been reported for deformity of the lateral canthus and displacement of the lower-lid position.
The extent of swelling and bruising varies depending on the instrument used to cut bone. A meta-analysis showed that bone-cutting using ultrasonic equipment resulted in less swelling, bruising, mucosal injury, and pain at one week post-surgery.
Research presenting swelling resolution timelines in numbers is not available for columellar surgery. What is clear instead is that changes can emerge weeks to months after the procedure.
The basic indication is when the width of the nasal base is disproportionately wide relative to overall facial balance. However, in those with a wider face, reducing the alar size can sometimes make the lateral profile appear even wider; the decision should be based not on fixed measurement values but on harmony with the overall face.
Reported duration ranges from 6 to 18 months. Aggregation of over 110,000 procedures shows an average of 6–12 months, but prospective studies also cite reports that 50% experienced sagging again within 6 months.
Research documenting how many days swelling takes to resolve was not found in our review. Instead, watching for signs of infection and exposure is more useful than counting calendar days.
Regret more often stems from palpable nodules that develop later, rather than insufficient breast fullness. Fat necrosis (partial loss of viability of injected fat) is the most common complication after injection and causes firmness, oil-filled cysts, and calcification.
It is easier to stumble over nasal airflow rather than the appearance of the nasal tip. Septal deviation following septal extension is listed first among the causes of postoperative nasal obstruction requiring surgery.
In people with thick nasal tip skin, suturing alone produces poor definition. Thick skin yields contour definition only when combined with firm, durable cartilage grafting and suturing.
Rather than the number of cases, look at the quality of explanation before placing threads. Research has identified conditions leading to dissatisfaction, with two benchmarks: age and thread count.
There is one additional point to monitor during recovery. In reports of breast reconstruction using fat grafting in combination with implants, complications occurred in 7.9%, which was comparable to implant-only reconstruction.
Regret often stems from the variability in how much fat persists. In a review of temple injections, some reports showed 65.7% retention, while others showed 33% on one side and 32% on the other—reflecting wide variation.
No research has determined how many days it takes for swelling to subside. What is clear is that the size immediately after surgery is inflated by swelling and is distinct from the amount that actually remains.
The timeframe to return to daily life is approximately 2 weeks. However, swelling at the nasal tip resolves more slowly than elsewhere on the face, and even after a first surgery, reports indicate it takes approximately 1 year to fully settle.
Thread character varies by thickness, barb (cog) direction, and number, but increasing the number does not necessarily increase satisfaction. Analysis of 1,500 people in Japan showed a counterintuitive result: those who received more than 10 threads reported higher rates of dissatisfaction.
The most frequently cited cause of revision surgery after tip plasty in research is polybeak deformity, where the area just above the nasal tip appears bulged. Across all nasal surgery, revision rates are reported at 5–15%, and a study following 732 cases found 8.6%.
Epicanthoplasty suits people who have a pronounced epicanthal fold (the skin fold covering the inner corner of the eye) and want to widen the eye horizontally inward. Among the fold types common in Asian populations, types 2 and 3 are the target for this surgery, according to textbooks.
Swelling from Condensed-Rich Fat Injection (a method that concentrates fat via centrifugation before transfer) appears overfilled immediately after surgery and gradually approaches a natural shape over several weeks. At the one-month mark, it often still appears fuller than desired, and over the following months part of the fat is reabsorbed, with the final contour determined even later.
MINT lift is a procedure where barbed threads made of PDO (polydioxanone), which dissolves over time, are inserted under the skin to lift and secure sagging tissue. Since the threads are absorbed in 6–8 months, you cannot expect the large movement or long-lasting results of a surgical facelift.
In a randomized trial comparing VASER liposuction to conventional liposuction on both sides of the same person's body, improved skin tightening and reduced bleeding were confirmed. However, pain, swelling, appearance, and preferences of the patient and physician showed no difference at the 6-month mark.
The most common complication in incisional facelift is hematoma (blood accumulation under the skin). An analysis pooling 11,300 cases reported hematoma in 1.1% and overall complications in 1.8%. When broken down by surgical technique, both hematoma and temporary nerve paralysis show variation in the figures, but the differences remain under a few percentage points.
In rhinoplasty using synthetic material to raise the nasal bridge, revision surgery to replace or remove the implant occurs in approximately 6.40%, according to a meta-analysis of multiple studies. When materials are divided into silicone, ePTFE, and porous polyethylene, the range is 6.61% to 7.64%, with no significant difference.
Osteotomy of the nasal bone has been reported as a method to narrow the width of the nasal bridge, but there are not many studies that have measured how many millimeters the narrowing is. The clearer numerical data actually come from the nasal airway itself, where it has been reported that the cross-sectional area for air passage becomes an average of 25.96% smaller after osteotomy.
Within the scope of sources cited in this article, we found no research that quantifies how many millimeters lateral canthoplasty widens the eye and how much reversion occurs. What is reported are observations that the eye width becomes longer, the upward slant at the outer corner becomes gentler, and the shape of the outer corner angle does not collapse.
Surgery to straighten a deviated nose brings the bridge closer to straight in many people and reports high satisfaction. However, it is among the more difficult nasal procedures, and it is clearly noted that some recurrence can occur over time.
Columellar elevation surgery (a procedure to raise a drooping columella) can address many cases through a combination of methods tailored to the underlying cause—shortening the tip of the nasal septum, reshaping the internal cartilage, and suturing—according to textbooks. However, there are few studies tracking outcomes numerically; one of the few actual measurements reported that among 97 patients who underwent closed-technique nasal surgery, all 7 who had preoperative columellar drooping showed complete resolution 12 months postoperatively.
Alar reduction (nasal wing reduction) has repeatedly been reported in Before-after case studies to reduce alar flare and nostril size, but scars typically become raised around the 3-month mark and settle over a 12-month period. Over-reduction can narrow the nostrils and cause breathing difficulty; correcting this requires cartilage and skin grafting, as reported in the literature.
Alar base Implant (prosthesis) (surgery to fill the bone depression at the base of the small nose) has been reported in case-based research to have the effect of filling mid-face depressions, but high-quality comparative studies between methods are still limited, and uncertainties remain regarding the magnitude of effect and frequency of complications. In Asian nose surgery, because elevating the nose alone does not resolve mid-face depressions and complications are frequent, it has been performed as an addition to nose surgery.
The starting point for choosing where to receive VASER liposuction is whether the facility explains both the benefits of the ultrasound-assisted fat dissolution process and the heat risks, including the numerical limitations. In a randomized trial comparing conventional liposuction with VASER on both sides of the same patient, VASER showed 6% greater skin retraction and 3cc less bleeding per 100cc of aspirate, while pain, swelling, and aesthetic satisfaction showed no difference at the 6-month mark.
Choosing where to have an incisional Facelift starts with selecting a facility that can explain with reasoning how deep and in what way the SMAS (the fascial layer beneath the skin) will be manipulated. There are different levels in how SMAS is handled, ranging from folding and suturing to releasing ligaments and lifting deeper layers together.
Where to get rhinoplasty (nose bridge augmentation) depends on choosing a clinic that handles both silicon Implant (prosthesis) and your own costal cartilage, and can explain the complication rates of each with specific numbers. A meta-analysis of 53 studies showed that costal cartilage has a complication rate of 14%, higher than synthetic materials, because it is more commonly used in revision surgery; however, the authors recommend costal cartilage as the first choice for both primary and revision procedures.
Where you have nasal bone narrowing osteotomy (surgery to narrow the nose by cutting the bone) performed depends on whether the surgeon can explain three key differences: the tools used to cut the bone, the cutting pathway, and how the periosteum is handled. A meta-analysis found that cutting bone with ultrasonic instruments (piezo) resulted in less postoperative swelling, bruising, and pain in the first week compared to traditional chisels.
The basic principle for choosing where to have outer canthoplasty (lateral canthoplasty) is to select a facility that explains the limits of expansion and the possibility of relapse through measurements and photographs. Outer canthoplasty is a surgery that detaches and reattaches the tendon on the outside of the eyelid (lateral canthus ligament), and if performed incorrectly, cases have been reported where outer canthus deformity and lower eyelid laxity remain, requiring revision surgery.
Hybrid breast augmentation (adding fat injection to silicone bags) has research support for its effect of concealing bag edges and refining shape, but it is not a method to increase size with fat. A review summarizing 5 studies reports that injected fat remained at 59% after one year in a small sample, and the injection volume averaged 109.2 mL per side, which is not a large amount.
The starting point for choosing where to get deviated nose surgery is selecting a facility that can diagnose the cause of the deviation by categorizing it into bone, nasal septum, and cartilage. Deviated nose correction involves a combination of five elements: bone cutting, nasal septum (the partition inside the nose) correction, correction of the upper lateral cartilage, correction of the nasal tip and columella, and treatment of the internal nasal folds—which elements are needed varies from person to person.
When choosing a doctor for columellar lift surgery, what matters is how thoroughly they differentiate the causes of the columella (the pillar separating the left and right nostrils) appearing drooped. The causes include prominence at the lower end of the nasal septum, the shape of the medial crura (cartilage inside the columella), and excess membranous septum (the membrane between the skin and cartilage of the pillar)—and which one requires surgical intervention depends on which of these is the issue.
When choosing a clinic for alar base reduction, what matters is whether the surgeon can explain the basis for deciding where and how much to cut. Overcutting and noticeable scarring are common complications of this surgery, and reversing them requires composite grafting of skin and cartilage.
What changes with liposuction equipment is whether there is a preliminary step to "loosen" the fat, and what that heat or vibration does to the skin and surrounding tissues. There are comparative trials showing that VASER, which uses ultrasound, produced greater skin contraction and less bleeding than conventional methods, but pain, swelling, and aesthetic satisfaction showed no difference at the 6-month mark.
Septorhinoplasty with dorsal extension graft is a surgery that changes the height and direction of the nasal tip using a cartilage foundation, and its effects have been confirmed in multiple studies. However, long-term data showing how many years the effect lasts is still limited, and most studies have follow-up periods of around one year or less.
The surgical method for deviated nose surgery varies depending on whether the primary site of deviation is bone or cartilage, and how much of the nasal bridge shape can be preserved. If the bone is deviated, bone cutting is an option; if the nasal septum (the partition inside the nose) is deviated, septal correction is an option; and if there is mild irregularity, adding cartilage to conceal it is an option — most cases combine multiple approaches.
Thread woven in a mesh pattern is designed to expand the surface area in contact with tissue and receive the pulling force not as a single line but as a surface. This distributes force by arranging barbs in multiple directions—an extension of recent thread trends.
There are studies examining PCL (polycaprolactone) thread on human faces, but most are observational studies from actual clinical practice without a control group, and we did not find direct comparative trials with PDO thread in this literature review. The central basis for "PCL produces collagen longer than PDO" is primarily from experiments in rats and mice.
The number of years a thread remains in the body and the duration of the lifting effect are different things. In a Japanese compilation of 111,948 cases, the duration of Thread lift effects was approximately 6–12 months, and authors of prospective research have noted discrepancies between the 12–18 months claimed in advertising and peer-reviewed data.
PCL (polycaprolactone) is used as both a thread and an injectable filler, but their roles differ. The thread physically lifts tissue by catching it with barbs, while the injectable filler stimulates collagen production through microparticles to add volume and firmness.
The slow dissolution of a thread and the persistence of the lifting effect are not the same thing. PCL (polycaprolactone) threads are reported to take longer to absorb than PDO threads, but large-scale data indicate that the visible facial results last approximately 6–12 months depending on the material and treatment area.
There is no large study confirming that cumulative effects increase with repeated procedures. In a review of 29 patients using PDO threads for eyebrow lifting, it was suggested that repeated sessions could accumulate tightening and lifting effects, but the sample size and follow-up period were limited.
Thread lift is a treatment that is more often used in combination with other treatments rather than alone. In a Japanese aggregate of 111,948 cases collected from 2020 to 2024, more than 60% of patients received thread lift along with other treatments such as fillers and botulinum toxin.
More is not always better. An analysis of 1,500 patients at a Japanese clinic revealed a counterintuitive finding: patients who received more Thread lift threads were more likely to feel the effect was insufficient and return for re-treatment.
There is still no solid comparative data supporting that new threads with cogs (barbs on the thread) arranged in three dimensions last longer than previous generations. There are reports from prospective studies followed for up to 6 months showing improved wrinkle assessment, but these are not direct comparisons with other threads.
Thread selection can be organized by considering two factors: material and shape. Commonly used PDO, according to suture data, takes approximately 180–210 days to be absorbed.
The difference comes not from the thread brand name, but from which layer it's placed in and what tool is used. Bleeding in areas with many blood vessels and nerve injury causing paralysis when branches of the facial nerve are damaged are cited as specific risks, and using a blunt-tipped cannula to maintain a safe zone is considered the preventive measure.
Thread lift is not a treatment that works the same way everywhere on the face; the threads used and expected results vary by area. The most substantial research accumulation is in the midface and nasolabial fold, with several positive evaluations reported.
Threads with barbs (cogs) and smooth threads have different roles. Smooth threads primarily work to increase collagen in the skin, and their lifting power is limited, as understood in the field.
The standard duration is approximately 6–12 months depending on thread material and treatment area, according to large-scale aggregate data. However, the range of reports is wide, and data showing approximately half of the effect returning within 6 months has also been cited.
What you should confirm beforehand is how the clinic handles situations that don't go as planned. In one observation where a cosmetic surgery group reviewed 342 of their own patients, skin indentations occurred in 11.7%, a sensation of feeling the threads in 2.3%, and temporary asymmetry in 0.9% of cases.
A Thread lift (Threadlift) is a method that passes dissolvable sutures with fine barbs (cogs) under the skin to lift sagging (skin laxity). While scarring is minimal and recovery is fast, only the skin and subcutaneous layers can be lifted, and both the magnitude of effects and their duration are limited.
The fact that the upper lip becomes shorter with philtrum shortening is shown numerically. However, most of that data consists of retrospective reports from a single facility by a single surgeon, and prospective studies tracking patients for more than one year are not found.
The first measurement is the distance from below the nose to the lower edge of the upper lip. Textbooks indicate that 19–22 mm is the normal range, and how much longer than this becomes the starting point for determining the amount to be excised.
With lip lift (philtrum shortening), the most significant difference depends on where the skin is incised. The standard approach is under the nose, cutting in a mustache-like shape from the base of the nasal septum to the root of the ala, because the scar tends to be hidden in the shadow of the nose.
The decision hinges on the degree of Sagging (skin laxity) and how much time off you can take. For mild to moderate Sagging (skin laxity) with limited downtime, Thread lift is a candidate, but since the effects are modest and duration short, Japanese guidelines give it only a weak recommendation.
For lower-lid puffiness, research results consistently show good effectiveness. In a study following 97 patients, puffiness was resolved in all cases, and 67.01% answered "very satisfied."
A lip lift is a surgery that removes and sutures the skin below the nose, shortening the distance from the nose to the upper lip (philtrum). As the upper lip is lifted upward, the visible area of the red lip increases, and the visibility of the front teeth when the mouth is closed also changes.
Choose where to have non-incisional Under-eye dark circles removal based on what the doctor examines during diagnosis, rather than price or reviews. A good benchmark is a doctor who separately evaluates the elasticity of the lower eyelid, excess skin, the depression below the bulge, and the boundary with the cheek, and can explain their rationale for how much to remove and how much to preserve.
Non-surgical Under-eye dark circles removal (transconjunctival fat removal) is a procedure that removes fat causing under-eye puffiness through the mucous membrane on the inside of the eyelid, without creating a skin incision. While swelling can be reduced without scarring the skin, skin sagging and the hollowness beneath the puffiness (tear trough) cannot be corrected by fat removal alone.
If there is only puffiness under the eyes, fat removal ("fat removal") is sufficient. If there is also hollowing (tear trough) below the puffiness, the options are either relocating fat to the groove without removing it, or adding fat from another body area.
While high satisfaction with the surgery is reported, research demonstrating how long the results last is still limited. Upper eyelid surgery is said to have high satisfaction among both patients and surgeons, and improvements in visual field narrowing and quality of life have also been reported.
Lateral canthoplasty is a surgical procedure that expands the outer edge of the eye outward to change the impression of the eye's horizontal width. In textbooks, it is described as potentially changing the dimensions of the palpebral fissure (eyelid opening) by extending the lateral canthus.
Full-incision is a procedure that creates a Double eyelids line while removing excess skin from the upper eyelid. It is suitable for those with strong skin overlap or thick eyelids where the line tends to settle poorly with the non-incision method.
When choosing a clinic, look beyond the surgical technique name to what the doctor measures during consultation. The outcome of upper eyelid surgery depends on whether skin sagging and ptosis are evaluated separately.
If you choose based on resistance to reversion, incision is the way; if you choose based on minimal scarring and downtime, buried sutures mark the major dividing line. Buried sutures create a fold with thread, so the line can slacken; full incision allows excess skin and fat to be reduced on the spot.
In full-incision sagging-skin removal Double eyelids (surgery that removes skin to create a Double eyelid line), mild swelling and bruising settled within 2 weeks, according to a report compiled from 4,129 cases. The problem most likely to persist after surgery is asymmetry rather than swelling; in the same report, 230 people showed asymmetry in the line, and 86 people showed thinning of part of the line.
Thread lift threads change their characteristics depending on shape (direction of barbs, U-shaped or I-shaped, thickness) and material (PDO, PLLA, PCL). Reviews suggest that U-shaped threads fixed at the temples are best for strong lifting, while I-shaped threads are better for reducing pain and discomfort, but U-shaped threads have been reported to cause more bleeding and dimple-like indentations.
After a lip lift (a procedure that shortens the philtrum by removing skin under the nose), internal bleeding and moderate swelling occur in all patients and resolve within the normal postoperative period, according to a review. Numbness around the nostril rim has been reported to persist for approximately 4 months.
Lateral canthoplasty (lateral canthal plasty) involves either expanding the lateral canthus horizontally or expanding it both horizontally and vertically downward. Traditionally, horizontal lateral canthoplasty and vertical expansion surgery were performed separately, but techniques aiming for both in a single procedure have also been reported.
Swelling from non-incisional Under-eye dark circles removal (surgery to remove fat beneath the eyes from inside the eyelid) appears 24–48 hours after surgery and begins to subside after 72 hours. In a study tracking 97 patients, no one had swelling lasting beyond 8 weeks.
When choosing a clinic for crooked nose correction, the shortcut is to check whether they can specifically explain how they will close the "open roof" (open roof) that develops between the nasal bones after removal. Hump removal is a surgery that temporarily opens the structure of the central dorsum of the nose, and the design of closure and support determines the risk of long-term step-off and deformity.
The step deformity of a hooked nose itself can be reduced to a level that is visually confirmed by imaging through surgery. However, whether "the overall line of the nasal bridge improves" is a separate issue, and reports indicate that with preservation techniques, while the step decreases, the overall line often does not change significantly.
Aquiline nose correction surgery is divided into three approaches: filing down the dorsal hump with a rasp, combining osteotomy (bone cutting), and the conservative technique of lowering the entire dorsum while preserving its shape. Which approach is suitable depends largely on the size of the dorsal hump, the ratio of bone to cartilage, and how you want to address the nasal bridge width.
If the indentation is distinct and you want to maintain the shape long-term, surgery with an Implant (prosthesis) is the starting point. If you want to try something small first or prefer to leave room to reverse it, hyaluronic acid injection is the starting point. However, there are no direct comparative trials specific to the alar base, and the evidence for each is applied from adjacent areas such as dorsal augmentation.
Alar base Implant (prosthesis) is a procedure that supports the bone depression around the base of the alar (perinasal region) from the front using artificial material, making the recessed mouth area and shadow at the base less noticeable. Unlike nasal dorsum augmentation, which aims to raise the bridge of the nose, its role is to supplement the contour of the nose's "foundation" side.
Columella lifting surgery (surgery to raise a drooping columella) involves shortening the lower end of the nasal septum, shaving the cartilage inside the columella (medial crura), or using thread to approximate the columella to the septum, with most cases managed by a combination of these approaches. Which method to choose depends on whether the columella appears drooping due to septal projection, cartilage position, or simply because the alar base on the side is descended.
Hyaluronic acid injection is a procedure that places gel-like hyaluronic acid, which retains water, under the skin to fill in depressions and wrinkles and add contour. Results appear immediately after injection and typically last approximately 3–12 months depending on the area and formulation.
Swelling and bruising from aquiline nose correction (hump removal) vary significantly depending on whether the procedure involves bone cutting. When bone cutting is performed, bruising and swelling around the eyes are more likely to occur; research tracks progression using bruising at 2–4 days post-op and swelling at day 7 as indicators.
The Implant (prosthesis) materials used in nose bridge augmentation include silicone, Gore-Tex (ePTFE), and Medpor (high-density polyethylene), and they behave differently within the body. Silicone is a non-porous material, so a membrane forms around it making it easier to remove, while Gore-Tex is suited for raising the nasal bridge but is not recommended for areas requiring support.
Alar reduction (nasal wing reduction) is a surgery where a portion of skin at the base of the alar (small wing of the nose) is removed to reduce the width of the nose, the flare of the alar, and the size of the nostrils. What can be changed is the area around the base of the alar; the shape of the nasal tip and the height of the nose are handled by separate procedures.
After columellar lowering surgery, swelling, nasal tip tension, and bruising persist for a while. Most swelling appears strongly in the early period and then gradually subsides, but it takes time for the fine shape of the nasal tip to settle.
Nasal bone narrowing is a surgery in which an incision is made in the nasal bone, the bone is moved inward, and the nasal bridge is made thinner. The incision can be made using an endonasal approach (from inside the nose) or a percutaneous approach (by making small holes in the skin), and there are differences in the stability of the fracture line and the degree of swelling.
After hair transplantation, AGA may progress in non-transplanted existing hair, so pharmaceutical treatment may be used in combination. The type of medication, timing of initiation, and duration of treatment are determined individually while monitoring side effects and scalp recovery.
Hair transplantation can result in swelling, pain, itching, folliculitis, infection, bleeding, scarring, and unnatural hair direction. Since risks differ between the donor area (where hair is taken) and the recipient area (where hair is transplanted), it is important to confirm them separately before surgery.
Hair transplant engraftment cannot be assessed by the appearance immediately after surgery or temporary hair shedding alone. Damage during harvesting, desiccation, storage conditions, transplant density, and the post-operative hair growth cycle all affect outcomes, with final evaluation occurring approximately one year after surgery.
Shock loss, in which transplanted hair falls out after hair transplantation, is a common post-operative course in which many hairs enter a resting phase. If hair follicles remain, new hair will begin to grow several months later, but hair loss accompanied by redness, pain, or pus requires medical examination.
With hair transplantation, the timing when redness, swelling, and scabs subside at the donor and recipient sites differs from when hair fully grows in. Even after visual recovery, the hair growth cycle continues, with hair growth beginning several months later and final evaluation typically around one year post-surgery.
A natural hairline is created not just by lowering the position, but by combining the irregularity of the front edge, hair thickness, angle, and direction. Rather than chasing density numbers, it is important to determine a position that suits future hair loss patterns and facial features.
The number of grafts needed depends not only on the area of hair loss, but also on donor density, hair thickness, remaining hair, and desired appearance. Even with the same area, not everyone requires the same number of grafts—the key decision is how to allocate limited donor hair.
Hair transplantation suitability is determined not by the extent of hair loss, but by evaluating both the available donor hair for transplantation and the future progression of hair loss. If the density, thickness, and stability of hair in the donor area (back of the scalp) are insufficient, it may not be possible to cover the desired area in a single procedure.
Hair transplantation is a surgical procedure that moves your own hair follicles from the back and sides of your head to areas where you are concerned about thinning hair. While hair follicles can be placed in hairless areas, the progression of existing hair that has not been transplanted needs to be managed separately.
FUE is a method where hair follicles are harvested one by one, while FUT involves separating hair follicles from a strip of scalp that has been harvested. The differences go beyond just the shape of scarring (punctate vs. linear) — the shaving area, harvesting time, and number of grafts needed will determine which method is better for you.
Aquiline nose correction typically combines three operations: shaving down the nasal dorsum prominence, cutting the nasal bones to adjust width, and refining the nasal tip shape. Recently, a preservation method that lowers the entire nasal dorsum without shaving has become more common, and which approach you choose affects whether a noticeable step-off remains afterward.
Position changes from columellar lowering grafts are repeatedly documented in textbooks and research reports. However, direct long-term data comparing which method lasts how many years is limited, and there is no clear answer about which approach is superior.
Columellar lowering surgery brings forward and downward a recessed nasal columella to correct a short nasolabial distance and downward-pointing nasal tip. The basic method is to place a cartilage strut between the medial crura, but when recession is severe, we switch to a graft fixed to the nasal septum.
The place where you undergo columellar lowering surgery can be distinguished by whether the clinic discusses how often revisions occur and the possibility of revision before surgery. The revision rate for rhinoplasty is 8.8% with closed-approach techniques, and reports cited in other reviews show 10%, with nasal obstruction and deviated nasal bridge being the top reasons.
In surgery to lower the nasal columella, the main approaches center on placing a cartilage strut between the medial crura and fixing a graft to the caudal septum. The former involves lighter assembly, while the latter provides stronger support; however, the precision of fixation directly affects the final outcome.
VASER liposuction is a method that uses ultrasonic energy to soften fat before suctioning it out. Unlike regular liposuction, which mechanically scrapes away fat through cannula movement, VASER first emulsifies (softens and liquefies) the fat before suctioning.
Alar rim lowering surgery lacks comparative trials between different surgical techniques. What is currently known is limited to case reports and textbook descriptions. Within the resources we reviewed, we found no studies presenting numerical data on how much the alar rim lowers or how long results last.
Columella elevation surgery corrects the appearance of the nasal columella (the partition between the left and right nostrils) protruding downward. The actual cause of the drooping appearance often lies deeper than the columella itself, so the surgeon examines the width of the caudal nasal septum or membranous septum and the shape of the medial crus before deciding which area to shorten.
Nostril-rim lowering surgery is not a single fixed technique, but rather a combination of three types: cartilage grafting to the alar margin, grafting targeting the lateral crura (which support the rim), and composite tissue grafting harvested from the ear. Which one is used depends not on preference, but on whether what is lacking is structural support or tissue volume.
Alar margin lowering surgery is a procedure where the degree of recession is assessed before deciding what material to add, and results vary significantly depending on the surgeon's experience. The revision surgery rate for nasal cosmetic surgery overall is reported at 9.8%, and how much can be corrected in the first procedure influences whether touch-ups will be needed later.
Alar rim lowering surgery lowers the elevated edge of the nostril to make the notching less noticeable when viewed from the front or at an angle. How much can be lowered depends on the degree of retraction; mild cases may be resolved by adding cartilage alone, but when the inner mucosal lining is insufficient, the procedure becomes one that requires supplementing the tissue itself.
The outcome of rhinoplasty largely depends on what is placed in the nasal bridge. Autologous rib cartilage is favored as the first-choice material for both initial and revision procedures due to its structural support and long-term stability, while synthetic materials are reported to have fewer early complications; however, reconstruction becomes difficult if infection or extrusion occurs.
What we know is the period until the Thread lift dissolves in the body, but how long the visible change lasts is a separate issue. A multi-facility review of over 110,000 cases indicates that standard absorbable Thread lift lasts approximately 6–8 months, and PCL (polycaprolactone) Thread lift approximately 12 months, but we could not find any randomized controlled trials verifying the duration of effects in the materials referenced this time.
Liposuction lift is a Treatments that combines the operation of suctioning facial fat to reduce its volume with the operation of lifting subcutaneous tissue using absorbable sutures with cogs (barbs). The lifting by sutures can address Sagging (skin laxity) up to moderate degree, and the Japanese Society for Aesthetic Surgery positions it at recommendation level 2 (weakly recommended) as a treatment to be performed after explaining the magnitude of effects and brevity of duration.
When deciding where to have the procedure, what matters more than advertised track records is how the physician explains the conditions under which complications occur. With Thread lift, swelling is most common, followed by skin indentations, sensory abnormalities, visible or palpable threads, infection, and thread exposure; non-absorbable thread use and advanced patient age are considered
The threads used in Thread lift change their characteristics along two axes: material and cog (barb) shape. Material determines the speed of absorption and tissue response, while cogs determine the lifting force and risk of tissue damage; however, rigorous comparative studies of materials in humans are limited.
Nasal bone narrowing is a surgery in which an incision is made in the nasal bone and moved inward to reshape the bony nasal width. The range that can be narrowed varies depending on the bone's width, length, and asymmetry, and narrowing excessively may affect nasal breathing.
Full incision Double eyelids is considered for people with thick eyelid skin or fat, excess skin, or those who want to directly adjust the fixation point. However, making an incision does not guarantee the desired outcome; design must account for scars, swelling, asymmetry, eye opening, and dry eye symptoms.
The medial and lateral methods for alar reduction are selected based on which area you want to narrow. If the width of the nasal sill is the main concern, the medial approach is a candidate; if the outward flare of the ala is the main concern, the lateral approach is a candidate. However, in practice, both elements and nasal breathing are assessed together.
When choosing a clinic or doctor for Volift XC, the key perspective to consider is not the skill of the procedure itself, but rather what systems are in place to respond if complications occur. Expert consensus identifies pre-procedure anatomical risk explanation and emergency-ready antidote medications on hand as pillars of safe filler treatment. Zethis Beauty Clinic is equipped to provide such procedures.
Multiple prospective studies have reported improvements in satisfaction and volume recovery with midface hyaluronic acid fillers, but true double-blind randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are extremely rare, and most are prospective observational studies lacking control groups. While there is "quantity" of evidence, there is bias in "
The difference between Volift XC and other hyaluronic acid fillers is first determined by viscoelasticity—a combination of elastic modulus (G'), viscosity, and cohesivity. Even within the same Vycross family, Voluma, Volift XC, and Volbella are stratified by elasticity level, and which one to choose depends on the injection depth and treatment goal. Zettis Beauty Clinic offers treatments tailored to these considerations.
Facelift (SMAS lift) is a surgical procedure that lifts facial Sagging (skin laxity) by manipulating not only the skin but also the SMAS (superficial muscular aponeurotic system) fascial layer beneath it. The characteristic feature is that it aims for a rejuvenation effect with greater longevity compared to non-incisional methods such as Thread lift.
Volift XC (VYC-17.5L) is an injectable agent for the mid-face that contains hyaluronic acid as its main ingredient. It is used to plump up skin depressions in areas such as the cheeks and forehead, and aims to gently restore the three-dimensional definition lost due to aging and skeletal changes using the filler's water-retention capacity and firmness.
Hybrid breast augmentation is a breast augmentation procedure that combines silicone implants with fat injection from your own body. The implant creates core volume, and fat is layered on top to blend the contours—a division of roles that compensates for the individual weaknesses of each method alone.
The silicone breast augmentation effect in a nutshell is: "a treatment that reliably delivers size and shape while accepting the possibility of complications and revision surgery over the long term." Both benefits and limitations have been clarified in detail through recent reviews and post-market surveillance.
When evaluating doctors and clinics for silicone implant breast augmentation, focus on three key points: "the thoroughness of complication explanations," "the approach to selecting implant surface types," and "the system for follow-up care and revision surgery." The quality of these explanations matters more than finished photos for long-term peace of mind.
Silicone implant breast augmentation is a breast augmentation procedure that inserts a silicone Implant (prosthesis) into the chest to create size and shape. Unlike methods using your own fat, it is characterized by the ease of achieving the targeted size clearly, and is one of the breast augmentation methods widely practiced in the world.
The results of silicone breast implant surgery depend on four axes of the Implant (prosthesis): "surface," "shape," "firmness of contents," and "placement layer." Which is correct varies depending on body type and tissue volume, and there is no single optimal solution.
Condensed Rich Fat Breast Augmentation (CRF) is a type of fat transfer breast augmentation in which fat aspirated from your own body is concentrated through centrifugation before being injected into the breast. The goal is to remove excess water, anesthetic solution, oil, and damaged cells, increasing the density of living fat cells to enhance graft survival and engraftment.
The first concern everyone has is "how much of the injected fat will remain?" While answers vary, the variation itself has meaning. Understanding what determines the survival rate will change how you view your surgical options.
Although it may look the same as 'appearing aged,' the underlying cause changes with age. There is no one-size-fits-all solution for rejuvenation; the correct approach is to discern what is happening at your current age and reorganize your priorities accordingly.
Many people are torn between 'implants or fat,' but the two differ in how much volume can be added, what complications may arise, and how they look 10 years later. Rather than choosing based on aesthetic preference, it becomes easier to decide when you recognize these as two different options with different risk profiles.
Even with the same desire to achieve a slimmer face, the approach differs completely depending on whether the cause is fat, bone, or muscle. Choosing an unsuitable method may yield no results, or leave irreversible changes.
Liposuction is not a "weight-loss surgery" but a "body-contouring surgery." Even with the same aspiration technique, skin thickness and fat distribution vary by body area, which means suitability, swelling resolution, and complications to watch for all differ.
After nostril rim lowering surgery, swelling and bruising persist for a while, and the appearance continues to change until the transplanted tissue (graft) stabilizes. Most swelling appears strongly in the early period and then gradually subsides.
A Facelift with incision affects outcomes, durability, and patient burden depending not only on skin handling but also on how the underlying fascia (SMAS = superficial musculoaponeurotic system) is managed. There are methods of folding and suturing the SMAS, partially excising it, or lifting it by dissecting deeper layers—the choice is tailored to the degree of Sagging (skin laxity).
Deviated nose surgery straightens a curved nasal bridge by correcting bone and cartilage deformities. In addition to addressing asymmetry in appearance, it can sometimes also improve nasal airflow issues caused by internal structural distortion.
When choosing a clinic for Condensed Rich Fat Grafting, it's a shortcut to look at whether the technique can suppress nodules and calcification and be distinguished in follow-up examinations, rather than at the advertised graft survival rate numbers. The graft survival rate varies significantly depending on the facility, surgeon, and measurement method, and is not fixed to a single figure.
After fat-removal lift, swelling, edema, and bruising persist for a while. Edema occurs when body fluid accumulates in tissue gaps created by suctioning, temporarily making appearance and results harder to assess.
Hybrid breast augmentation is a method that creates a foundation for the breast using an artificial implant (prosthesis), then adds your own fat to adjust texture and contour. It supplements the natural softness that is difficult to achieve with an implant alone, and makes it easier to prevent the artificial material from showing through or being felt in people with thin skin.
Canthoplasty is a surgery that cuts the epicanthal fold (mongolian fold) covering the inner corner of the eye to widen the visible inner area of the eye. You can expect changes such as making the eyes appear slightly larger and bringing the appearance of the distance between the eyes closer together.
How long the effect of nasal tip refinement lasts is honestly difficult to definitively conclude based on research. However, research suggests that creating a foundation with cartilage rather than tightening with thread makes it easier to maintain the height of the nasal tip for longer.
Alar base Implant (prosthesis) is a surgery that fills the depression at the base of the nose and enhances the three-dimensional definition around the mouth. Materials include artificial substances and your own tissue, and the choice hinges on the risks of infection and exposure, as well as the difficulty of removal later.
Why do people say "my under-eye correction surgery went wrong" or "I ended up with a hollow"? We explain the risks of transconjunctival Hamra technique, lower eyelid fat removal, hyaluronic acid filler, and more, along with how to choose the right clinic, backed by medical data.
Why do people say "I regretted Double eyelids surgery," "the width changed," or "it disappeared"? We explain the risks for each method—the suture method and the incision method—and how to choose a trustworthy clinic, along with medical data.
Why do people say "my facelift went wrong" or "it looks unnatural because it was pulled too tight"? We explain the risk patterns — including hematoma, nerve damage, and skin tightening — along with how to choose a trustworthy clinic, backed by medical data.
Why do people say "my rhinoplasty went wrong" or "I regret my rhinoplasty"? We explain in detail the 5 most common risk patterns, how to choose a trustworthy clinic, and Zetith Clinic's commitment to safety.
POTENZA is an RF microneedling device combining insulated needles with radiofrequency (RF) energy. It targets open pores, acne scars (atrophic scars), and skin laxity by delivering energy deep into the dermis while protecting the epidermis. This article explains its mechanism of action and clinical evidence.
KO Light is a light therapy using IPL (Intense Pulsed Light). It addresses multiple concerns including age spots, redness, capillary dilation (facial redness), and dullness in a single treatment session. With minimal downtime and ideal for overall skin tone improvement, we explain how this treatment works.
PicoSure is a 755nm alexandrite picosecond laser. With less thermal damage than conventional Q-switch lasers, it delivers superior effects in improving age spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), while promoting collagen generation. A specialist physician explains safety for Asian skin and the treatment procedure.
A specialist explains facelifts for age-related sagging and laxity — covering the differences between surgical lifts (SMAS technique & Deep Plane technique) and thread lifts, along with the effects, duration, downtime, and risks of each.
Concerns about the height, shape, and angle of the nose vary widely from person to person. From augmentation rhinoplasty to raise the nose with silicone, to tip plasty to refine the nasal tip, to septum extension surgery to lengthen a short nose — Zetith's nose specialists explain the differences between procedures, who each is best suited for, and what to expect during downtime.
Served as chairperson for general presentations and presented on our commitment to details in nasal septal extension procedures.
We presented the techniques our clinic employs to achieve reliable results while avoiding complications.
We exchanged opinions on professional perspectives and advanced techniques regarding septal extension rhinoplasty.
Presented on "Effective and Safe Facelift".
We presented on 'Beautiful Profile Formation Through Septal Extension Rhinoplasty and Comprehensive Approach: Assessing Not Just the Nose, But the Entire Face'.
We conducted multifaceted discussions on the different indications and roles of Facelift and Thread lift.
In this planning session, we presented on topics related to the nasal region. It was an opportunity to share insights based on clinical experience among a session bringing together physicians active in the field of nasal surgery.
In this symposium, we presented on the coordination of facial bone, nasal, and philtrum shaping in midface contouring. It provided an opportunity to share perspectives with other participating physicians on treatment approaches that integrate multiple anatomical areas.
At this session, Dr. Wang presented the latest concepts in facelift surgery.
In this session, Dr. Tetsu presented on septorhinoplasty—pursuing a comfortable nose.
Swelling and bruising after hyaluronic acid injection (such as Volift XC) are usually mild and naturally resolve over time. However, in rare cases, there is a serious complication caused by vascular occlusion, which requires prompt attention.
Nodules from fat grafting breast augmentation are primarily caused by fat necrosis and oil cysts (accumulation of oil), and it is thought that they can be reduced to some extent depending on the fat processing method. However, comparisons that clearly conclude the superiority or inferiority of different processing methods remain limited.
Septorhinoplasty (Nasal dorsal extension) is a surgery that extends a short nose or an upturned nasal tip forward or downward to refine it. Unlike simply tightening the nasal tip with sutures, which tends to revert, this procedure is characterized by creating a foundation with cartilage to provide support.
How to Treat a Low Nose | Hyaluronic Acid vs. Surgery, Which Method Suits You? [Compared With Research Data]
Dramatic transformation with "liposuction + fat grafting"! Explanation from graft survival rate to downtime. Are you discarding the fat you went through the trouble of extracting? Actually, it might be the best material to rejuvenate you. "I want to get through the painful downtime just once" "If I'm doing it anyway, I want to fix all my problem areas at once" ... Don't you feel the same way?
Have you ever looked at a photo of yourself and thought, "My alar base seems to stand out..." and felt troubled? It's a difficult area to conceal with makeup, and it easily becomes a source of insecurity.
The Pros and Cons of Rhinoplasty in Korea | Comparing the Differences From Japan
The Pros and Cons of Rhinoplasty in Korea | Comparing the Differences From Japan
Noble surgery and cat surgery—a procedure guide for refining the face without an obvious surgical look. In recent years, patients who value a natural result are increasing. For wishes such as "I want to avoid changes that obviously look surgical" and "I want it to look like it was always this way," noble surgery and cat surgery can be one option. Below, we provide accurate information on the content, effects, risks, and cost of the procedures
How many days is thread-lift downtime really? A thorough explanation of the recovery schedule with research data.
"Laser treatment for facial redness and rosacea — How to choose between IPL, V-Beam, and Potenza" 86.7%. This is the percentage of patients who received a certain latest treatment and answered "satisfied" or "very satisfied" (Cho et al. 2012). However, many people continue to spend money on skincare with limited effectiveness without even knowing the name of the treatment.
Does an incisional double eyelid really last a lifetime? A doctor explains the long-term data, latest techniques, and the reality of downtime.
1. What is Hyaluronidase In cosmetic and reconstructive medicine, non-surgical injection therapy using hyaluronic acid (HA) (filler injection) is extremely popular because of its short downtime and minimally invasive nature.
Many people feel complex about the shape of their nose, yet are resistant to surgery. Therefore, some are looking to reshape their nose without using a scalpel. This article explains nose contouring using hyaluronic acid fillers based on research data. Additionally, what you will learn from this article is as follows:
Knowing the cause of nasolabial folds changes how you choose the optimal treatment. Explained based on research evidence.
"HIFU," the royal road of no-scalpel sagging treatment. Did you know that there are actually "people for whom it doesn't work"? The true effects and limits of HIFU. The medical evidence and duration as a sagging treatment. The decisive difference between people for whom HIFU "works" and those for whom it "doesn't." "It's trending on social media so I want to try it, but what if it just hurts and has no effect...", "Is it really
Comparing the difference between internal and external Hamra by scars, downtime, and indication cases. A doctor explains which to choose.
"Hyaluronic acid or fat grafting—which you choose changes your face one year from now." By the time you finish reading, you'll know these: the pros and cons of hyaluronic acid injection and fat grafting; the latest evidence on the efficacy and safety of HA filler for the Asian nose; a real comparison of duration, risk, and downtime; "which
Every time you look in the mirror, are you bothered by hollowness in your temples and wrinkles on your forehead? "Somehow my face looks older"——the cause is often volume loss in the temples and forehead.
1. What Is Aegyo-Sal HA? Aegyo-sal (called the "love band" in cosmetic medicine, and pretarsal orbicularis definition medically) refers to the bulge of the orbicularis oculi muscle at the lower-eyelid margin (Ramesh 2019). A distinct bulge is regarded as a symbol of youthfulness and an attractive expression, and in the Asian standard of beauty
Nose Contouring with Hyaluronic Acid Injection: Safety and Effectiveness Explained by a Physician — We receive many inquiries daily from patients saying, "I'm concerned about my nose shape, but surgery frightens me." The nose is positioned at the center of the face and significantly influences overall facial impression. Precisely because of this, concerns run deep, yet many patients spend years without taking the step toward surgical intervention.
The complete guide to hyaluronic acid (HA) injection for nasolabial folds: from effects and technique to risk management. 1. Why HA Works. As facial and neck aging progresses, the volume of bone and subcutaneous fat decreases, and accompanied by a decline in elastin and collagen, wrinkles and sagging form (Buhsem and Kirazoglu 2023). With age, the type I colla
Every time you look in the mirror, do you sigh at the thinness of your lips or the vertical lines? "I'd like to try it, but I'm scared"—if you've been stuck repeating searches for months or even years with that thought, your anxiety is valid. That's because lip injections do carry real risks if you proceed without knowledge.
Are you troubled by wrinkles that deepen every time you look in the mirror, a blurred jawline, or a nose bridge that could use more definition?
Imagine this — you received hyaluronic acid injections to achieve your ideal facial features, but the next day when you look in the mirror, you see an unnaturally bumpy face...? In reality, if you choose the wrong filler type or firmness, this tragedy can actually happen. But don't worry — why do results differ so dramatically depending on the formulation you choose, even though it's the same hyaluronic acid?
Comparison of Procedures | Procedure | Indication | Downtime | Risk | Features | Augmentation rhinoplasty | Raise the nasal bridge | 2–3 weeks | Low–Medium | Implant or autologous tissue | Hyaluronic acid injection | Mini augmentation rhinoplasty | Same day–3 days | Low | No scalpel, short downtime | * Cost and downtime vary by individual | Rough cost guide | Augmentation rhinoplasty | 300,000–800,000 yen | Hyaluronic acid injection | 50,000–150,000 yen | Introduction: The truth no one told you, lurking behind the convenience—"Blindness."
Comparison of Procedures | Procedure | Indication | Downtime | Risk | Features | Augmentation rhinoplasty | Raise the nasal bridge | 2–3 weeks | Low–Medium | Implant or autologous tissue | Hyaluronic acid injection | Mini augmentation rhinoplasty | Same day–3 days | Low | No scalpel, short downtime | * Cost and downtime vary by individual | Rough cost guide | Augmentation rhinoplasty | 300,000–800,000 yen | Hyaluronic acid injection | 50,000–150,000 yen | How Many Months Does Hyaluronic Acid Last? Explaining the Duration and Tips to Make It Last | Cost too
If every time you see your profile you think "my lips protrude" or "my chin recedes," it may be an E-line issue. But wait a moment――there is a way to resolve this concern without surgery, using just one injection. And if you're not satisfied, you can even reverse it. "Is there really such a good thing?" you might wonder…89.4% of people
1. What is Biostimulator (CaHA・PLLA) The field of aesthetic medicine continues to shift toward minimally invasive treatment methods that not only temporarily improve facial appearance but also address the fundamental causes of aging (Tam 2024). At the center of these advances is the "biostimulator."
The Story of Yuuka, a University Student Uncertain About Double eyelids Surgery — Character Introduction In this article, "Yuuka," who is concerned about Double eyelids surgery, consults with Dr. Kusumoto, a cosmetic surgeon, and Akari, a beauty influencer, to find a Treatments that suits her.
1. Why it is popular among AsiansIn Asian cultural spheres, the shape of the face, particularly the forehead (frontal region), is believed to have a significant impact on personal impression, social evaluation, and even one's fortune.
Fat grafting survival rate explained thoroughly! From absorption mechanisms to the latest technologies for increasing survival rates. Autologous fat injection (fat grafting) for facial contouring and rejuvenation is a highly popular treatment in aesthetic medicine due to its high safety profile and natural-looking results.
3 Reasons Fat Transfer Fails — Correction Methods for Nodules, Resorption, and Asymmetry. Are you regretting the results due to nodules or irregularities when you expected natural rejuvenation? We explain the secrets to avoiding failure and correction methods.
Basic Knowledge About Facial Fat Injection (Autologous Fat Grafting)Facial fat injection (autologous fat grafting) is widely practiced in aesthetic medicine and reconstructive surgery for the purpose of restoring lost volume, contouring, and skin tissue regeneration (rejuvenation).
Facelift rejuvenation years revealed by AI analysis. Explaining the differences by technique with research data.
Explaining facelift scars and how to avoid being noticed, with research data. The reality of incision lines and the course.
How Many Years Does a Facelift Last? The Rejuvenation "Shelf Life" Revealed by 15-Year Follow-Up Data. "If I get a surgical facelift, will I never sag again for the rest of my life?" Entering your 40s and then 50s, do you sigh every time you look in the mirror at deepening nasolabial folds and marionette lines and a collapsing jawline? No matter how many expensive anti-aging serums you try, the fundamental "sagging" isn't improved. So, as a last resort, you consider a "facelift"...
Explaining facelift downtime and the post-op course with large-scale research data.
Explaining the safety and latest techniques of facelifts revealed by 15 years and 3,400 cases of large-scale data.
Explaining facelift failures, complications, and revision surgery with research data. Know the risks accurately.
Explaining the optimal facelift by age group with research data. What sets the 40s through 60s apart.
To avoid an "overdone" look in medial canthoplasty, surgical technique selection is key. Learn about epicanthal fold anatomy and revision risks.
A Thorough Comparison of Cosmetic Surgery Downtime! A Complete Guide to the Course and How to Spend It by Procedure. When considering cosmetic surgery, one of the biggest sources of anxiety is "downtime." Many people have questions and worries such as "How many days until post-op swelling goes down?", "When can I return to work or school?", and "Will the people around me notice I've had surgery?" Online,
"Clinic A charges ¥800,000, Clinic B charges ¥2,500,000——why is there such a huge difference for the same 'Facelift'?" Have you ever been confused by this? The truth behind the price difference lies not in the technical fee itself, but in 5 cost structures: anesthesia method, operating room time, recovery room stay, whether hospitalization is required, and post-operative downtime.
"You'll look 10 years younger"—this phrase, repeated for years at conferences and in ads, had no objective backing[2]. It was only with third-party evaluation in 2011 and AI image analysis in 2021 that the "real numbers" finally came into view[2,3]. The most common question during consultations is this: "Doctor, about how many years younger will a facelift make me?" In a
"Will this swelling really go down?"——After Double eyelids incision surgery, the moment you look in the mirror and feel anxious happens to everyone. Bottom line numbers: The speed of post-operative recovery can vary by up to approximately 1.6 times depending on pain management. Research examining recovery from same-day surgery (including plastic surgery) reported that patients with mild pain had an average recovery time of 135 minutes, while those with severe pain took 212 minutes[3].
Double eyelid surgery: Buried sutures or incision — which is better? Comparing duration, risks, and costs
Among those considering rhinoplasty, some may be interested in "donated cartilage (donor cartilage)." Particularly when prioritizing revision surgery or advanced nose augmentation, you may hear explanations such as "no need to remove rib cartilage," "no additional scars," and "gentler on the body." In reality, there are significant differences between donated cartilage and autologous rib cartilage (your own rib cartilage).
What is rhinoplasty using donor cartilage (rib cartilage)? Explanation of benefits, risks, and indications
Can cosmetic rhinoplasty be performed with deviated septum? Approach to combined treatment
"Does Dermapen really work?" — A physician explains the truth revealed by research data and the synergistic effects of PRP combination without bias.
The deep-plane facelift is a cutting-edge sagging treatment that completely severs the ligaments (retaining ligaments) that the conventional SMAS method could not reach, and repositions the facial tissue as a block to a youthful position. In the study by Wong (2025), 98% of 61 Asian patients answered satisfied, and the safety of zero permanent nerve injury was demonstrated.
The reason Western techniques can't be used as is. We explain the deep-plane method for Asians from the literature.
"Every time I look at a photo, I'm bothered by my nose line"——most patients who come in with this concern have not only their appearance but also their bones, cartilage, and nasal septum (the dividing wall of the nose) warped together[1,5]. Simply making it "appear straight" may result in reversion. We will share the treatment blueprint. This is the most common question during consultation: "Do I really need surgery to fix this?"
What doctors always confirm during a rhinoplasty consultation
What doctors always confirm during a rhinoplasty consultation
So you don't regret rhinoplasty—what I, as a physician, want to convey: the truly important things. The nose is located at the center of the face and enters the eye from both the front and the profile. Precisely because a slight change changes the impression of the whole face, the damage when you cannot be satisfied with the surgical result is not small. Among the patients who come to the clinic, those who say "I had a procedure at another clinic but can't accept it" or "I wish I had researched more carefully before deciding" are also
What causes difficulty breathing after rhinoplasty? Understanding the structural background of post-operative complications
If you feel your eyelids are heavy or your eyes have gotten smaller, it may be a sign of ptosis. We explain the causes and the self-check method.
Comparing 3 types of ptosis surgery using research data. Explaining the differences between levator advancement, Müller's muscle resection, and frontalis suspension.
Thorough explanation of the recurrence mechanism of ptosis surgery and the reality of revision surgery using paper data.
Ptosis surgery improves visual field, satisfaction, and quality of life——explained through peer-reviewed data.
We explain with research data the reason long-term contact lens use causes the eyelid to droop, and the difference in risk between hard and soft lenses.
Can protruding ears be treated with hyaluronic acid? Explaining the differences from surgery and appropriate indications
Potenza is a next-generation skin-rejuvenation treatment that combines RF (radiofrequency) and microneedling. We explain why it works on pores and acne scars, based on research data.
Comparing the difference between a pico laser and Q-switched with research data. We explain the effect on spots, the number of treatment sessions, and side-effect risks.
What is the cause of the nasal tip dropping? The relationship between aging and the support structure
To achieve satisfactory results with nose surgery, physician selection is also an important factor. Dr. Tetsu at Zetith Beauty Clinic conducts consultations based on treatment philosophy while drawing on past experience (results vary by individual, and outcomes are not guaranteed).
Avoid regret with rhinoplasty! Understanding the risks of nasal congestion and solutions — Wanting to achieve your ideal nose and feel confident in yourself. More women in their 20s to 40s are considering rhinoplasty (dorsal augmentation, tip refinement, etc.) with this hope in mind.
Rhinoplasty is a delicate procedure for arranging the balance of the whole face, an important cosmetic procedure that brings out individual beauty. In this article, we explain in detail the methods for aiming at a natural, true-to-yourself result and how to choose a trustworthy physician. When considering rhinoplasty, it is important to clarify the purpose of the procedure and the ideal image and to make a plan for obtaining a good result.
We often receive the question "Is a CT scan really necessary?" from people considering cosmetic surgery, especially rhinoplasty. In reality, while it's better to have a CT than not, it's not necessarily required in every case. What matters is how the information obtained from the CT is utilized in the surgical design. Dr. Tetsu has been involved for many years in rhinoplasty treatment including revision surgery and functional improvement
"Is a CT scan really necessary for rhinoplasty?" There are surely not a few people who feel this way. Considering the cost and trouble, it's a natural question. To state the conclusion first, CT is not a "reassurance material"; it functions as a "design material" in rhinoplasty. Therefore, CT is not necessary for every case, and the judgment differs depending on the technique and purpose. In this article
"I want to reshape my nose, but I'm worried that breathing might become difficult after surgery"—many people have such concerns. In fact, rhinoplasty (Rhinoplasty) is not merely a cosmetic procedure; it is inseparable from respiratory function.
"I'd like to reshape my nose, but I actually have slight difficulty breathing" "My mouth gets dry when I wake up in the morning" "Only one nostril tends to get congested easily" — Many people have these concerns, and the need to improve not only the appearance but also the nasal function is growing year after year.
Rhinoplasty is an aesthetic medical procedure that can dramatically change the overall impression of the face by reshaping the nose, which is located at the center of the face. However, for successful results, it is essential not only to achieve aesthetic beauty but also to accurately understand the internal structure of the nose and provide precise diagnosis that takes into account functional aspects.
1. Non-surgical rhinoplasty: A new approach in aesthetic medicineNon-surgical rhinoplasty is an aesthetic medical technique that improves the shape and contour of the nose by injecting dermal fillers into nasal tissue without using a surgical scalpel[1].
Do you want to undergo nose surgery, but "What if people find out?" is your biggest concern? Especially for men, there is a tendency to keep cosmetic surgery private compared to women, making this worry more serious. In fact, whether or not it's noticed depends greatly on "surgical technique selection" and "how you spend your downtime."
[For Men] Types of Men's Rhinoplasty and How to Choose | Points for a Natural Result. You want to resolve your nasal complex, but are you worried, "I don't want the surgery to be noticed by those around me," "It's embarrassing for a man to undergo cosmetic medicine"? In recent years, men's aesthetic awareness has risen, and the number of people choosing men's rhinoplasty is increasing. In this article, based on medical knowledge, we explain the male-specific structure and natural
[For Men] Types of Men's Rhinoplasty and How to Choose | Points for a Natural Result. You are considering improving your nasal complex, but are you worried, "I don't want the surgery to be noticed by those around me," "It's embarrassing for a man to undergo cosmetic medicine"? In recent years, men's aesthetic awareness has risen, and the number of people choosing men's rhinoplasty is increasing. In this article, based on medical knowledge, we explain the male-specific
For men considering nose surgery, the fear of looking "surgically altered" is the most anxious concern. Are you worried: "What if my nose ends up looking artificial and unnatural?"? In fact, male nose surgery requires a different medical approach than female nose surgery. For an overview of surgical techniques, please see "Types of men's nose surgery and how to choose" for details.
Even though you want to resolve your nasal complex, achieve a well-defined nasal bridge, and gain more confidence in yourself by considering nose surgery (cosmetic surgical procedure), many men may not take that first step due to concerns about downtime. "When can I return to work after surgery?"
Many men considering nose surgery to resolve nasal concerns and achieve a more defined nasal bridge hesitate to proceed due to anxiety about downtime. It is natural to have questions such as "When can I return to work after surgery?" "Will others notice?" and "How long will swelling and bruising persist?"
The "nose," an important part at the center of the face that greatly influences first impressions. "I want to make the nose bridge a bit straighter," "I want to fix my bulbous nose and get a crisp, masculine face"—the number of men interested in rhinoplasty increases year by year. However, when they actually start researching clinic information, there are surely very many men in their 20s to 30s who can't take that first step due to cost anxiety—"In the end I don't know how much it'll cost me," "It's too expensive—what if it
Located at the center of the face, the nose greatly influences first impressions. More and more men are becoming interested in nose surgery, thinking "I wish my nasal bridge were more defined" or "I want to eliminate my bulbous nose and achieve a sharper face." However, many men are anxious about pricing. Without sufficient knowledge of aesthetic medicine, it can be difficult to make sound judgments about costs.
Many men have complexes about the shape of their nose and think, "I want to get rhinoplasty and become more attractive too." However, when it comes time to actually choose a clinic, you may find yourself hesitant, wondering "which clinic is recommended?" or "what if the procedure fails?" It's completely natural to feel anxious, especially if you don't have medical knowledge and aren't sure what criteria to use when selecting a clinic.
Many men harbor a complex about the shape of their nose and think, "I want to get rhinoplasty and look cool too." However, when it comes to actually choosing a clinic, you end up at a loss—"Which clinic is recommended?" "What if it fails?" Especially without medical knowledge, it is natural to feel anxious, not knowing what to choose based on. In fact, men's
For men considering nose surgery, the concern of looking "obviously surgically altered" is likely the most anxiety-inducing factor. Are you worried: "What if my nose ends up looking artificial and unnatural?" In reality, male nose surgery requires a different medical approach than female nose surgery. For a complete overview of surgical techniques, see "Types of men's nose surgery and how to choose" for details.
"My face lacks dimension," "I have no confidence in my profile"—not a few men in their 20s to 30s harbor a deep-rooted complex about having a low nose. Located at the center of the face, the nose is an important part that determines masculinity, sharpness, and first impressions. However, deciding on surgery carelessly while lacking medical knowledge is very dangerous. In fact, there are scientific
"My face lacks dimension," "I have no confidence in my profile"—not a few men in their 20s to 30s harbor a deep-rooted complex about having a low nose. Located at the center of the face, the nose is an important part that determines masculinity, sharpness, and first impressions. However, deciding on surgery carelessly while lacking medical knowledge is very dangerous. In fact, there are scientific
Male double eyelid surgery involves different aesthetic standards and surgical considerations than female procedures. Explaining skin thickness and appropriate design.
Basic knowledge of men's rhinoplasty and the background of its popularity. Why men's rhinoplasty is increasing now. In recent years, cases of men wishing to undergo cosmetic surgery (especially rhinoplasty) are on an increasing trend worldwide. There is also data reporting that the proportion of men in Asian countries increased from 12% in 2005–2009 to 19% in 2010–2014. Behind this is the spread of social media and the influence of idols
Latest melasma treatment strategy. Explaining the combined effects of tranexamic acid + picosecond laser using research data.
A detailed explanation of the face-slimming effect and safety of masseter Botox. Masseter Botox is widely recognized as a cosmetic treatment for refining the facial contour and obtaining a so-called "face-slimming effect." However, it is important to grasp accurate, science-based information about its mechanism, duration, and safety
"If you have nose surgery during growth phases, facial development stops"—half a century ago, a California research laboratory provided one answer to this concern[1]. To state the conclusion upfront: if you choose the right surgical technique, any difference in facial development is imperceptible to the naked eye. However, there are conditions.
"Once the swelling goes down, it's complete"—is that what you thought? In fact, tip rhinoplasty is a procedure where the lateral profile line settles relatively quickly, while the contour seen from the front continues to change over many years[2]. Without understanding this asymmetrical healing process, you may panic at the 1–3 month mark thinking "this might be a failure," while missing the crucial evaluation point at 1 year post-op, falling into a common pitfall.
"Only the tip is round. Neither going to the gym nor massage works"—that intuition is correct. A man's bulbous nose is not fat but a three-dimensional problem of overlapping skin, cartilage, and bone structure. That's why it can't be broken down on your own. The most common question men ask in consultation is this: "Can it be fixed with sutures alone? Or is it impossible without adding cartilage?" The answer can't be given in a word. Skin thickness, cartilage strength
Have you ever looked at a photo of yourself and thought, "For some reason, my alar width is standing out too much..."? It's a difficult area to conceal with makeup, and it can easily become a source of concern. Many people think, "I'm afraid of having surgery, so I want to reduce the size without cutting," but depending on your alar shape and the underlying cause, the appropriate treatment method varies significantly.
Improving dark circles and hollows with under-eye fat grafting—the difference from eye-bag creation and how to choose. The under-eye shadows that make people ask "are you tired?" may actually worsen with the wrong care. What is the "structural" cause that expensive eye creams will never solve? Cases where eye-bag makeup and hyaluronic acid injection backfire, and the dramatic effect of fat grafting. The decisive difference between "fat grafting" and "eye-bag creation" and the regret-free
We explain how to choose dark-circle removal procedures by severity. A doctor explains the differences and indications of fat removal, fat repositioning, and the Hamra technique.
We explain the effect of thread lifts on nasolabial folds together with numerical data from clinical research.
Analysis of 192 research papers. Explaining the conditions for who benefits from thread lifts and who doesn't, and how long results last.
The causes of a pulled/puckered look after Thread lift, and 3 principles for preventing failure, explained with evidence from published papers.
There is a clear common pattern among people who regret thread lifts. In Garvey's (2009) follow-up data on 72 people, 42% underwent corrective procedures, while in Savoia's (2014) study, strictly selecting the indication resulted in 89% satisfaction. What separates success from failure is three factors: a gap in expectations, misjudging the indication, and the surgeon's skill.
What are protruding ears? Obtaining an attractive facial impression through the positive effects of protruding earsProtruding ears have the characteristic of making the entire face appear sharper and creating a smaller face appearance, as well as giving a youthful impression by making the midface appear shorter. In particular, in photos and videos, when the ears are appropriately positioned, the empty space around the face decreases, creating a small-face effect.
Comparing the differences between four SMAS techniques with research data. We explain the criteria for choosing a procedure in an easy-to-understand way.
Face-contouring procedures by type: suitability explained through peer-reviewed evidence. Find the right Treatment for you.
【The Final Conclusion of Aesthetic Medicine】Master Beautiful Skin with Laser × RF × Needle Combination — Just 3 "Combined" Treatments Change Your Skin's Destiny More Than 10 Single Treatments. What is the Golden Ratio That 90% Don't Know?
Juvelook, Rejuran, Volite—comparing the differences between the three major skin boosters with research evidence.
Why Is the Nasal Tip Hard After Rhinoplasty? Explaining the Recovery Course
The hardness of the nasal tip after rhinoplasty has three main causes: scar formation, structural support from cartilage grafts, and capsular contracture. The septal extension graft (SEG
How Long to Tape After Rhinoplasty? The Meaning and Duration of Fixation
How Long to Tape After Rhinoplasty? The Meaning and Duration of Fixation
On Which Day Does Rhinoplasty Swelling Peak? Recovery by Procedure and How to Reduce Swelling Fastest
The "support structure" that physicians most emphasize in rhinoplasty
The "support structure" that physicians most emphasize in rhinoplasty
How to Distinguish a Skilled Nose Surgery Doctor | 3 Perspectives Beyond Before-after cases
When considering rhinoplasty, one of the most important decisions is "which material to use." The internet is filled with abundant information, but there are also many articles that excessively recommend specific materials. In this article, from the perspective of a medical professional, we will explain objectively and honestly the merits and demerits of major materials such as autologous rib cartilage, silicone, and Medpor. As a reference for realizing your ideal nose.
When considering nose reshaping, one of the most important decisions is "which material to use." This article explains the merits and demerits of major materials such as autologous rib cartilage, silicone, and Medpor. Please use this as a reference to realize your ideal nose shape.
Why does the nose tip feel firm after rhinoplasty? Explaining the recovery process
How to Find a Top Rhinoplasty Surgeon: 5 Criteria You Can't Judge From Case Photos Alone
What Is Rhinoplasty "Failure"? The Top 5 Causes of Dissatisfaction as Defined by Research
"I want to get a nose job, but how long until the swelling goes down?" "When can I go back to work?" While longing for the ideal nose, a great many people feel anxious about the recovery process and its impact on daily life. The internet is full of personal anecdotes, but they are mostly individual impressions, and opportunities to learn the "medically accurate, realistic recovery course" are fe
"I want to get a nose job, but how long until the swelling goes down?" "When can I go back to work?" While longing for the ideal nose, a great many people also feel anxious about the recovery process and its impact on daily life. The internet is full of personal anecdotes, but they are mostly individual impressions, and opportunities to learn the "medically accurate, realistic recovery course" are few
"I want to ask a skilled doctor." Everyone thinks this way. But the term "skilled surgeon" is rarely defined with precision. When choosing a physician, you should look at 6 factors: credentials, experience, range of surgical techniques, aesthetic eye, communication skills, and post-operative care. By the time you finish reading, you should be clear on what to ask at your next consultation. Which one are you?
"I want to change my nose, but I'm afraid of failure"—this is the most common honest sentiment heard in consultations. What divides satisfaction is not the name of the procedure but the "axis of how you choose." We read seven major plastic surgery papers and organized the decision points that only people who don't regret their choice grasp. The most common question in consultations is this: "Doctor, which procedure suits my nose?" The answer lies in the thickness of the skin, the material that is cartilage
The complete guide to not regretting cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic surgery can be a wonderful means of resolving complexes about appearance and regaining inner confidence. However, there is no end to cases of casually deciding on surgery relying only on information from social media and the internet, and then deeply regretting it afterward, thinking "this isn't how it was supposed to be" or "I want my original face back." The most important thing in cosmetic surgery
Among those considering rhinoplasty, or considering revision surgery, some may have come across the term "contracted nose." This "contracted nose" is one of the particularly high-difficulty states in rhinoplasty, a state in which the result tends to vary greatly depending on the physician's experience and philosophy. In this article, having been involved in rhinoplasty for many years and experienced numerous
Congenital ptosis in children: Could it lead to amblyopia if left untreated? A physician explains surgical timing and how to choose the right technique.
The complete guide to choosing a clinic and physician in cosmetic surgery: the absolute rules for not failing. In cosmetic surgery, which can dramatically change the impression of the face, it is no exaggeration to say that "which clinic you choose and which physician you entrust yourself to" governs the rest of your life. Especially procedures on the central parts of the face, such as rhinoplasty, where a change of just millimeters greatly affects the balance of the whole face
The way Before-after cases are counted differs by clinic. Develop the skill to read between the numbers.
Continuous, Point Fixation, and Levator Aponeurosis Methods——Thorough Comparison of Buried Suture Technique Types Using Research Data. Explanation of How to Choose.
Explaining the lifespan of Double-eyelid suture method, causes of loss, and tips for longevity with latest research data.
"Every time I look in the mirror, the roundness of my nose tip bothers me..." Such concerns about a bulbous nose (spherical nasal tip) are a common issue shared by many Japanese women. In this article, based on insights from global medical literature, we explain—from the perspective of a specialist—the root causes of bulbous noses, the latest trend of "cartilage-preserving" surgical techniques, and risk management to prevent failure.
Causes of bulbous nose: 3 types | Cartilage, skin, fat – which one are you? Treatment approaches differ completely
What is the sub-brow incision that works on upper-eyelid sagging? We explain the difference from a double-eyelid incision and the secret of a natural result.
Breast augmentation with fat grafting: graft survival rate and risks — Verifying the efficacy of CRF and Condense Rich Fat techniques through published research※This article applies objective data from provided medical literature (fat grafting to the face and related treatments) and extrapolates it as a general mechanism for autologous fat grafting. ※This article applies objective data from provided medical literature (fat grafting to the face and related treatments) and extrapolates it as a general mechanism for autologous fat grafting. Numerical values specific to "breast augmentation" using the CRF (Condense Rich Fat) technique include general knowledge from the aesthetic surgery field outside the source material, and independent verification is recommended.
Verify Botox safety through a large-scale meta-analysis of 9,669 patients. Introduction of actual adverse event incidence rates and patient satisfaction data.
1. What is Botox Botulinum toxin type A is a widely used medical and aesthetic intervention for treating facial wrinkles (Cochrane 2021).
Zetith Beauty Clinic procedure guide | A full rundown of nose, eyes, lift, and injectables. 1. Introduction (an overview of the main procedure categories our clinic handles). Aesthetic medicine is not merely a change in appearance; it is an important step for each patient to regain confidence and walk a more positive life. At Zetith Beauty Clinic, what we consider first is not only surface beauty but, based on medical
Why are Asian eyes special? We explain the design of double eyelid surgery and the way of thinking about techniques, seen from anatomical differences.
Durability of Double-eyelid Burial Method | How Long Does It Last? Characteristics of People Prone to Reversal and Countermeasures "The burial method fades in a few years"——this common belief might actually be wrong. In fact, the latest medical literature reports surprising data showing that 90.2% of people maintain their Double eyelids even 5 years later[1]. But why do some people lament, "It came undone in just 1 year"?
The durability of buried-suture double eyelid surgery | How many years does it last? The traits of those prone to losing it, and countermeasures. 1. Introduction: the merits and challenges of the buried-suture method. "The buried-suture method comes off easily, so in the end the incision method is the only option" — quite a few people think so. In fact, research reports are revising the conventional understanding. There are reports that the double-eyelid disappearance rate of 19.3% with the conventional buried-suture method has dropped to 8.6% with the new technique
Every time you look in the mirror, don't you remember how your skin used to be? You've tried expensive skincare, layered serums on top of each other — yet nothing changes. That experience must have brought you here. Actually, the reason your effort isn't rewarded is simple. Skincare only reaches the "surface." The real battlefield of skin aging lies much deeper.
"Does it really reach without needles?"——The scientific answer to electroporation that 83% of patients experienced: Let me be honest. Haven't you ever harbored a suspicion that behind the words "painless" and "zero downtime," there might be "thin efficacy" as well? That's a valid question. But the data tells a completely different story.
Tape fixation after rhinoplasty may be necessary for several days to several weeks. The required duration varies depending on the surgical procedure and condition, and removing it without professional guidance may affect the final result.
Among patients undergoing nose revision surgery, a common complaint is nasal deviation. This deviation involves 2 types of forces: distortion of the nasal septum itself and tension from surrounding tissues.
If you are unsatisfied with your rhinoplasty results and want to have it redone immediately, revision surgery within 6 months post-operatively carries the risk of leading to undesirable outcomes. Since tissue recovery continues inside the nose for approximately 1 year after surgery, the timing of revision is determined carefully.
We explain, with the latest data, the cases for which a CT scan is needed in rhinoplasty and the cases for which it is not.
Explaining the risks of breathing impairment after nose surgery and the importance of preoperative evaluation with the latest evidence.
Common traits of people who regret anesthesia choice in rhinoplasty | General vs. local anesthesia, pitfalls in decision-makingA survey shows that very few patients undergoing rhinoplasty understood the differences in anesthesia before surgery. How significant are the risk differences among the three methods—general anesthesia, local anesthesia, and sedation? If you "don't want to feel scared during the procedure," which anesthesia should you choose?
Introduction: The "Science of Choice" You've Never Been Told About — Every time you look in the mirror, do you sigh thinking "if only this were a little higher" or "if only this wrinkle weren't there"? In fact, the solution to your concerns already exists.
The month after your first Botox injection, have you ever looked in the mirror and thought, "Wait, is the effect already fading?" In fact, that feeling is not just in your head. According to data published in medical literature, the effect can be cut in half in just 65 days depending on the treatment area. So which areas hold results longer? Will increasing the dose solve the problem? Is there a difference between men and women?
How Botulinum Toxin Treatment Works & Clinical Data For those considering Microbotulinumtoxin (Mesobot) to improve pores and shine, we explain how the treatment works and important precautions. Efficacy of Type A Botulinum Toxin in Wrinkle Treatment (from multiple clinical trials) Effects of Masseter Botox and Long-term Muscle Impact Safety, Side Effects & Patient Satisfaction of Botox Injections "What about my case?"
When trying to erase forehead wrinkles, the opposite can happen: eyes appear smaller, facial expression becomes heavy, and you look older——the probability of this occurring is 3.55 times higher than normal. This is not someone's failure story, but a figure demonstrated by a systematic review published in 2023 (Gostimir 2023).
Have you ever thought this in front of the mirror? "Surgery is scary. But doing nothing as I am is also unbearable" — the era in which an answer can be given to that conflict has arrived. Today, we'll tell you the full strategy of the "non-surgical facelift" shown by the latest medical evidence. How to combine HA (hyaluronic acid), Botox, and thread lift, and which layer of the face each procedure works on
Hyaluronic Acid Types and Hardness Selection Guide — Complete Filler Guide by Treatment Area "Just use hyaluronic acid"—Multiple clinical reports have indicated that errors in formulation selection or injection site judgment can lead to serious complication risks.
How long does Botox last? Explaining duration data by treatment area with research papers "About 3 months, I guess"——you must already be unsatisfied with this answer you get at clinics.
What is the risk of nasal congestion from nose surgery? We explain medically, from the mechanism of nasal valves to functional surgical techniques.
"Acne scars won't go away…" The reason may be that your skin type and treatment method don't match. Optimal treatment methods for each type of acne scar (redness, hyperpigmentation, crater) Thorough comparison of Dermapen, CO2 laser, RF microneedling How to choose "effective treatment" by type based on paper evidence "Every time I look in the mirror, the uneven acne scars and redness bother me and my mood sinks…" "I've tried expensive skincare products and clinic treatments, but I can't seem to achieve my ideal skin" There are many women in their 20s to 40s struggling with such concerns.
The main concern with medial canthoplasty is scarring, but research is examining methods to make scars less noticeable through surgical technique refinements and postoperative care. On the other hand, strong long-term evidence comparing which method is superior is still limited.
When choosing a clinic for liposuction, the shortcut is to evaluate whether they can perform it safely before focusing on aesthetic results. This is because liposuction complications range from local issues like facial contour irregularities to rare but life-threatening systemic conditions.
After silicone breast implant surgery, swelling, bruising, and pain appear in the early stage and largely subside over time. On the other hand, changes that appear months to years later, such as capsular contracture (hardening around the implant), can also occur.
Fat injection is classified by how the harvested fat is processed. Condensed Rich fat injection uses the concept of concentrated fat with increased density through centrifugation and other methods, which differs in processing purpose from traditional methods, microfat, and nanofat.
In this session, Dr. Tetsu Sou served as chair for a video session on approaches to rhinoplasty in cases with concurrent septal deviation, varying skin thickness, and revision cases.
Nose tip refinement is a surgery that refines the roundness of the nose tip, projects it slightly forward, or adjusts its upward or downward angle. However, the extent of change is limited, and it is known that in people with thick skin at the nose tip, visible changes are difficult to achieve even with surgical intervention.
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Kyushu (Fukuoka)
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