JIWOO Clinic plans MINT Thread Lift care after reviewing your goals, medical history, anatomy, and expected recovery.
MINT uses absorbable PDO threads for directional tissue support
MINT Lift is a family of polydioxanone (PDO) threads made with molded barbs. When a lifting thread is appropriate, those barbs engage selected soft tissue so the clinician can create a conservative support vector without excising skin.
Thread design is only one part of the result. Tissue quality, entry and anchoring points, vector, depth, sterility and aftercare all matter. The early appearance includes mechanical support and swelling; it should not be confused with the settled outcome.
What this treatment may support
- May provide visible support without facelift surgery
- Can focus on the cheeks, lower face, or jawline
- Uses a placement plan tailored to facial vectors
- May be paired with other treatments when clinically appropriate
What the clinician assesses
Amount and direction of descent
Mild to moderate movable tissue is different from heavy tissue or significant loose skin.
Skin and facial volume
Thin skin, hollowing or volume loss can make threads visible or make another strategy more appropriate.
Healing and risk history
Bleeding tendency, infection, immune issues, medicines, dental work and prior threads are reviewed.
Who may want to discuss it
- Mild to moderate facial tissue descent
- Adults seeking a temporary non-surgical lift
- People comfortable with a minimally invasive procedure
- Those with realistic expectations about thread-based change
Consultation and treatment steps
Vector design
The clinician marks the direction of support while accounting for natural facial movement.
Preparation
The skin is cleansed and the agreed anesthesia and sterile technique are used.
Placement and balance
Threads are placed at the planned depth, then contour and tension are checked without over-pulling.
Early review
Aftercare and warning signs are explained, with follow-up arranged according to healing.
What to expect
Session planning
Procedure time depends on the areas and number of threads; an assessment is required before placement.
Recovery
Bruising, swelling, dimpling, tenderness, tightness, or temporary asymmetry may occur, and post-care restrictions are common.
Results
Initial support can change as swelling settles; final appearance and duration vary, and additional treatment may or may not be appropriate.
Aftercare, limits and warning signs
Aftercare essentials
- Sleep on your back with the head supported and avoid pressure on the treated area for the period advised.
- Limit wide mouth opening, hard chewing, vigorous facial massage and high-impact exercise during early healing.
- Keep insertion points clean and do not pull, trim or manipulate a thread yourself.
- Contact the clinic for fever, discharge, spreading redness, severe pain, a visible thread, persistent puckering or new weakness.
What this treatment cannot promise
- MINT is a product family, not a single standard protocol; thread type and quantity must be documented for your procedure.
- Thread lifting cannot remove excess skin or provide the same repositioning and longevity as facelift surgery.
- Possible complications include bruising, swelling, pain, dimpling, asymmetry, infection, extrusion, nerve irritation and an unsatisfactory result.
Frequently asked questions
How is a thread lift different from a facelift?
A thread lift is less invasive and offers a more limited, temporary degree of support. It cannot remove excess skin or replicate surgical repositioning.
Are thread-lift results permanent?
No. The threads are absorbable, and visible duration varies with tissue, technique, lifestyle, and natural aging.
Does more thread mean more lift?
Not necessarily. Quantity does not replace appropriate vector, depth and patient selection, and excessive treatment can add cost, stiffness or complication risk.
Can I combine MINT with an energy device?
A staged combination may be considered, but heat, swelling and tissue manipulation can affect healing. The order and interval should be decided before either procedure.
Technology and safety references
These independent and manufacturer materials support the general information above. They do not replace an examination or confirm that a particular device, product or protocol is suitable for you.
- HansBiomed — MINT Lift product information
Manufacturer information on the PDO thread material and Korean authorization.
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons — thread lift safety
Patient guidance on consent, risks and possible thread-related complications.