PDO thread lifting in Busan, Seomyeon.
Lift the contour, tighten the skin,
without surgery.
PDO thread lifting reshapes your face by inserting fine, dissolvable threads beneath the skin. As they integrate, they trigger natural collagen production — lifting jowls, V-line, and the neck for 12–18 months. The most popular non-surgical lift among Korean medical tourism patients.
At a glance.
- Treatment time
- 20–40 minutes
- Results visible
- Immediately
- Duration
- 12–18 months
- Downtime
- 2–3 days
- Sessions needed
- 1 (touch-ups optional)
- Confirmed Newline price
- Mint ₩120,000 / thread
Before & after.
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What is PDO Thread Lifting?
A 30-minute lift, sewn from within.
PDO thread lifting uses bio-absorbable threads (the same material as surgical sutures) inserted under the skin via cannula. Threads physically lift sagging tissue while triggering long-term collagen regeneration — your face firms up over 3 months even after threads dissolve. At Newline Clinic, the physician determines thread type, vector and number after examination. Confirmed thread pricing includes Mint at ₩120,000 per thread; N-Cog and Scaffold are listed at ₩80,000 with the unit not specified in the current price sheet.
The science
,
simplified.
Understanding the mechanism helps you set realistic expectations and choose the right brand for your goals.
Lifting design
The treating physician evaluates skin laxity, jowl drooping and V-line definition, then maps lifting vectors according to facial anatomy and the treatment goal.
Topical numbing
Local anesthesia or other comfort measures are planned according to the treatment area and individual needs. The physician explains the approach before thread placement.
Strategic thread placement
Thread type, cog design, placement plane and vector are selected after assessment. Newline Clinic's confirmed price list includes Mint threads; availability of other PDO designs should be confirmed at consultation.
Instant result, 2-week settling
Results are visible immediately. Minor swelling and firmness resolves over 1–2 weeks, revealing the final natural-looking contour. Effect lasts 12–18 months.
Where we inject
,
and why.
Each area has its own anatomical target, typical thread plan and result timeline. The treating physician will recommend a personalized plan during consultation.
| Lift Area | Concern Addressed | Threads Used | Visible In |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jowls | Sagging lower face contour | 6–10 threads | Immediate |
| V-line | Soft jaw definition | 8–12 threads | Immediate |
| Mid-face | Cheek descent, smile lines | 4–8 threads | Immediate |
| Neck | Loose neck skin, banding | 10–16 threads | 2–4 weeks |
| Brow | Drooping outer brow | 2–4 threads | Immediate |
Confirmed Newline thread options.
Newline Clinic's current price information confirms Mint, N-Cog and Scaffold. The treating physician determines suitability, thread type and final quantity after examination.
| Thread option | Price | Newline note | Planning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Confirmed Mint Thread | ₩120,000 / thread | Confirmed in the current Newline price list | Final number and vector determined by physician |
| Confirmed N-Cog | ₩80,000 | Unit is not specified in the current price list | Confirm exact unit and suitability at consultation |
| Confirmed Scaffold | ₩80,000 | Unit is not specified in the current price list | Confirm exact unit and suitability at consultation |
| Other Other PDO / imported thread systems | Confirm at consultation | Availability is not confirmed in the current Newline price list | Do not assume availability until confirmed |
Good candidates &
who should wait.
Every treatment has ideal candidates and situations where it's not recommended. Safety first — always.
Good candidates
- Mild to moderate skin laxity (30–55 typical age range)
- Sagging jowls or undefined V-line
- Loose mid-face, descended cheeks
- Want lift without surgical downtime
- Healthy with realistic expectations
Not ideal for
- Severe sagging (need surgical face lift)
- Active facial infections or skin conditions
- Bleeding disorders or blood thinners
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
- Allergy to PDO suture material
What happens after.
We believe in informed patients. Here's what to expect after treatment, and the full safety profile.
After your treatment
- Avoid touching, rubbing, or massaging the face for 1 week
- Sleep on your back for 5 nights
- Skip facial expressions like wide smiles or yawns for 3 days
- No saunas, hot yoga, or vigorous exercise for 2 weeks
- No facial treatments or massage for 1 month
- Mild swelling and tenderness resolve within 3–5 days
- Skin tightening continues over 8–12 weeks
Possible side effects
- Temporary swelling or tenderness around treated areas
- Small bruises around entry points
- Tightness or firmness during early healing
- Temporary redness at entry points
- Infection at an entry point
- Visible or palpable thread, dimpling, or thread extrusion
- Persistent asymmetry or contour irregularity
- Other uncommon complications that should be discussed with the treating physician
Doctor Portrait
Son Hee-dong, MD, PhD,
board-certified
plastic surgeon.
Chief Director of Newline Clinic in Seomyeon, Busan, with a doctorate in medicine and long-standing clinical and academic work in plastic surgery.
- Board-certified plastic surgeon
- Doctorate in Medicine (MD, PhD), Dong-A University Graduate School
- Clinical Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery, Dong-A University Hospital
- Full member, Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
- Full member, Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- Chief Director, Newline Clinic · operating in Seomyeon since 2005
PDO Thread Lift
questions.
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Seomyeon clinic details for international patients.
Clinic & Experience
- Newline Clinic · Newline Skin Clinic · Newline Plastic Surgery
- Korean legal name: 뉴라인성형외과의원
- Operating in Seomyeon since 2005
- 2 board-certified plastic surgeons
- Approx. 5,000 non-surgical procedures per year
- Approx. 1,200–1,500 surgeries per year in the same building
Medical Team
- Son Hee-dong, MD, PhD · Chief Director · Board-certified plastic surgeon
- Seong Jae-min, MD · Director · Board-certified plastic surgeon
- Physician decides treatment design, vectors, thread type and final quantity
Contact & Languages
- Phone: 010-6757-4281
- Email: newline@naver.com
- Korean · English · Japanese · Chinese
- Chinese-speaking coordinator available full-time
- English/Japanese interpretation can be arranged
Registration
- Medical institution licence: No. 715
- Registered foreign patient attraction institution: M-2024-02-08-0032
- Business registration: 201-19-76600
- Founded/opening date: September 16, 2005
Visit Details
- 40 Bujeon-ro 66beon-gil, Floors 2–5, Busanjin-gu, Busan 47287
- About 320 m / approx. 3 minutes from Seomyeon Station Exit 7
- Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00 · Lunch 13:00–14:00
- Sat 10:00–17:00 · Sun/public holidays closed
- Reception 2F · Lift serves floors 2–5
Parking
- The Topophilia · 46-14 Gayadae-ro 784beon-gil, Busanjin-gu
- Large vans/SUVs may not fit at The Topophilia
- Samhan Parking · 14-11 Jungang-daero 691beon-gil, Busanjin-gu
Payment & Facilities
- KRW · cash · bank transfer · Visa / Mastercard
- Wi-Fi and patient lounge
- Same-day visits may be possible; waiting time varies
- Clinic materials say responses are usually within one business day
Thread Pricing
- Mint thread: ₩120,000 per thread
- N-Cog: ₩80,000 · unit not specified in current price list
- Scaffold: ₩80,000 · unit not specified in current price list
- Final treatment plan and total price confirmed at consultation
Clinic materials state that a relocation is scheduled for October 2026. Please confirm the current address when booking.
