What is the SMAS Facelift?

SMAS stands for Superficial Musculo-Aponeurotic System. Unlike traditional facelifts that primarily tighten the skin, the SMAS Facelift targets the underlying muscle and connective tissue (SMAS layer). This deeper approach effectively addresses sagging skin, loss of facial volume, jowls, and those pesky nasolabial folds (smile lines).

This deeper approach effectively addresses sagging skin, loss of facial volume, jowls

Compare and Contrast with Traditional Facelifts

• SMAS Facelift: Addresses full-face aging, including the mid-face, cheeks, jawline, and neck.
• Temple Lift: Focuses on the temple area, including the eyes, eyebrows, and nasolabial folds.
• Mini-Facelift: A less-invasive option that addresses specific areas of concern, such as the cheeks and jawline.

Experience the Difference

• Natural-Looking Results: Our skilled surgeons meticulously lift and reposition the SMAS layer, resulting in a rejuvenated appearance that looks natural and refreshed.
• Minimized Downtime: Enjoy a faster recovery with minimal swelling and bruising, allowing you to quickly return to your daily routine.
• Long-Lasting Effects: The SMAS Facelift provides long-lasting results by addressing the underlying causes of facial aging, helping you maintain a youthful appearance for years to come.

Who is a Good Candidate?

Ideal candidates for the SMAS Facelift are individuals in their 40s and beyond who:

• Experience moderate to significant facial sagging and wrinkles.
• Have realistic expectations for the procedure.
• Desire a more youthful and refreshed appearance.

The SMAS Facelift Procedure

• Precise Incisions: Minimal incisions are made within the hairline to minimize scarring.
• SMAS Layer Repositioning: The SMAS layer is carefully lifted and repositioned to restore facial volume and contour.
• Skin Redraping: Excess skin is removed, and the remaining skin is smoothly draped over the rejuvenated facial structure.

What To Expect

• Surgery Duration: 4-5 hours
• Anesthesia: Short-term sedation
• Hospitalization: 1 day or taking at home
• Removal of stitches: 1-2 weeks
• Number of postoperative visits: 2-3 times
• Return to normal life: After removal of stitches

Facelift procedure at JW

Procedure of SMAS Facelift

• Step 01: Make an incision inside the scalp in order to make the scar become invisible.
• Step 02: Remove the loose skin
• Step 03: Remove the SMAS layer by cutting retaining ligaments.
• Step 04: Pull the SMAS layer upwards while preserving the fat pads. Then, roll and fix it.
• Step 05: Cut and stitch the remainder.

If sagging and wrinkles are not severe, a minimum-incision partial face lift may be available

Benefits of Choosing JW Korea Plastic Hospital

• Rapid Recovery: Minimal incisions and reduced trauma mean minimal downtime. You’ll experience minimal swelling and bruising, allowing you to quickly return to your normal activities. 
• Long-Lasting Results: By targeting the underlying SMAS layer, we achieve a more enduring lift. This helps to prevent future sagging and maintain your rejuvenated appearance for an extended period. 
• Natural-Looking Outcomes: Our skilled surgeons prioritize natural-looking results. While tightening the skin, we carefully preserve facial expressions and maintain a youthful yet authentic appearance. 
• Minimal Scarring: With expertly placed incisions and advanced techniques, we minimize the visibility of scars, ensuring a discreet and natural outcome.
• Expertise and Precision: Our highly skilled surgeons possess extensive experience in performing the SMAS Facelift with meticulous attention to detail.
• Personalized Approach: We tailor each procedure to your individual needs and aesthetic goals, ensuring you achieve the best possible results.

Treatment Areas for SMAS facelift

SMAS facelift surgery method compared to other facelift surgeries

SMAS Facelift is highly effective for a full face specifically the mid-face, nasolabial folds cheeks, jawline, and neck to treat skin laxity and wrinkles.

Temple Lift focuses on the temple areas – eyes, eyebrows, and nasolabial folds by removing excess fats and skin and lifting.

Minimum incision facelift improves lifting in the areas near the cheeks and jawline rather than the SMAS Facelift which is a full facelift.

Method to help remove all sagging facial skin, help you look 20 years younger

The good results of JW’s customers

Results of customers performing facelift at JW

Schedule Your Consultation Today

During your consultation, our experienced surgeons will carefully assess your individual needs and discuss your desired outcomes. We will answer all your questions and provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the SMAS Facelift procedure, potential risks, and the expected recovery process.

Contact us at 09 6868 1111 to schedule your consultation and embark on your journey to a more youthful and confident you.