Aptos Thread Lift · Premium · Seomyeon, Busan

Premium barbed threads, for a 2-year lift.

Aptos is the premium barbed thread system — bidirectional barbs that grip and lift cheeks, jowls and the double chin with results lasting up to 2 years. The original, research-backed thread lift for those who want a stronger, longer hold. From ₩1,000,000 at JRYN Seomyeon.

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20 min
Treatment
Immediate
Visible Results
12–18 mo
Duration
5–10 days
Downtime
1
Sessions
₩ 1M+
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Aptos Thread Lift · JRYN Seomyeon
What Is Aptos Thread Lift?

The premium lift, that holds longer.

Aptos is one of the original and most researched thread-lift systems, known for its bidirectional barbed threads that anchor firmly into tissue. Where standard PDO cog threads give a 12–18 month lift, Aptos's design and material deliver a stronger hold lasting up to two years.

It's built for meaningful lifting of the cheeks, jowls and double chin — for patients who want results closer to a mini-lift without surgery. The premium material and technique are reflected in the price. At JRYN Seomyeon, Aptos starts from ₩1,000,000, planned and placed by Dr. Lee.

How It Works

The science, without the hype.

Understanding the mechanism helps you set realistic expectations — and see why technique matters more than brand here.

01

Map the lift vectors

Dr. Lee plans where to anchor and lift for a natural, balanced result across cheeks and jaw.

02

Bidirectional barbs grip

Aptos barbs anchor in two directions, gripping tissue firmly for a stronger, more stable lift.

03

Immediate, lasting lift

Tissue is repositioned at once; the firm anchoring holds the lift far longer than basic threads.

04

Collagen reinforces it

Like all threads, Aptos also builds collagen, supporting the result as the threads slowly absorb.

Where We Place

Where we place them, and why.

Each area is lifted along planned vectors with a tailored thread count. Dr. Lee plans yours in person — these are starting points, not fixed packages.

Cheeks
Mid-Face
Sagging, flattened mid-face.
Threads Tailored
Lasts Up to 2 yr
Jowls
Jawline
Jowls and lost jaw definition.
Threads Tailored
Lasts Up to 2 yr
Double Chin
Submental
Lax submental area, soft chin.
Threads Tailored
Lasts Up to 2 yr
Full Lower Face
Combination
Overall lower-face descent.
Threads Tailored
Lasts Up to 2 yr

Aptos is a premium, customised lift — thread counts and vectors are planned entirely to your anatomy at your free consultation.

Aptos Thread Lift Pricing

Thread options, side by side.

All these thread options are clinically proven in licensed hands. They differ in material, lift strength, longevity and cost — we'll match the right one to your face, never the priciest.

Brand Price Best for Duration
Aptos · Cheeks from ₩1,000,000 Mid-face lift Up to 2 yr
Aptos · Jowls & Jawline from ₩1,200,000 Lower-face definition Up to 2 yr
Aptos · Double Chin from ₩1,000,000 Submental lift Up to 2 yr
Aptos · Full Lower Face from ₩2,000,000 Comprehensive lift Up to 2 yr

Guide prices for foreign patients. Aptos is a premium system; final cost depends on the number of threads and areas, decided at consultation. Korean medical advertising rules limit fixed online pricing; message us for an exact quote before you travel.

Honest Candidacy

Who it suits — and who should wait.

A good fit if you…

  • Want a stronger, longer-lasting lift (up to 2 years)
  • Have moderate cheek, jowl or double-chin sagging
  • Want results closer to a mini-lift without surgery
  • Prefer a premium, research-backed thread system

Better to wait if you…

  • Have very advanced sagging better suited to surgery
  • Are pregnant or breastfeeding
  • Want the cheapest option — PDO threads cost far less
  • Have active infection or inflammation in the area

After your treatment

  • Expect swelling, bruising and tightness for 5–10 days
  • Avoid wide mouth opening and tough chewing for 2 weeks
  • Sleep face-up and elevated for the first week
  • Avoid saunas, dentist and facials for 2–3 weeks

Possible side effects

  • A pulled or firm feeling eases as tissue settles
  • Avoid heavy exercise and facial massage for 2–3 weeks
  • The lift looks most natural once swelling fully resolves
  • We review you on WhatsApp after you fly home, in your language
Our Medical Team

Three doctors, one standard of care.

Your Aptos thread lift is placed in person by one of our doctors — founded and guided by Dr. Jeong Heon Lee since 2007.

Dr. Jeong Heon Lee, board-certified dermatologist at JRYN Seomyeon Busan
Your Injector

Aptos is a lift, not a quick fix.

I reach for Aptos when a patient wants a real, lasting lift but isn't ready for surgery. The bidirectional barbs hold beautifully when placed along the right vectors. It costs more because the material and the planning are premium — and the two-year result reflects that.

  • Board-certified dermatologist · MD, Inje University College of Medicine
  • Founder, JRYN Dermatology (2007) · advanced thread-lift specialist
  • Verified-dose products only · Korean MFDS & FDA-approved brands
  • A calm, unhurried consultation — your dose is planned, not guessed
Dr. Yoon Jung-wook, Chief Director at JRYN Seomyeon Busan
Chief Director · Seomyeon Main Branch

Dr. Yoon Jung-wook

  • Full Member, Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
  • Full Member, Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Laser Medicine
  • Full Member, Korean Society of Obesity & Body Contouring
  • Former Neurosurgery Resident (3rd Year), Dong-A University Hospital
  • Former Intern, Dong-A University Hospital
  • Former Chief Director, Forever Plastic Surgery & Dermatology (Changwon)
  • Former Director, Forever Plastic Surgery & Dermatology (Haeundae)
  • Former Chief Director, Lovely Plastic Surgery & Dermatology (Changwon)
  • Former Director, Insta Plastic Surgery & Dermatology (Gimhae)
  • Former Director, Dr. Yoon Beauty Center (Vietnam)
Dr. Jin Tae-wan, Vice Chief Director at JRYN Seomyeon Busan
Vice Chief Director · Seomyeon Main Branch

Dr. Jin Tae-wan

  • Former Director of Dermatology, MediWoman Women's Clinic
  • Former Director of Dermatology, Hangdo Quantum Clinic
  • Former Chief Director, AGE Clinic (formerly Paresa Clinic)
  • Former Chief Director, One Clinic (Guro)
  • Former Director, One Clinic (Gangnam)
  • Former Chief Director, SKY Plastic Surgery (Jongno)
  • Former Visiting Physician, Guangfu Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Hospital (Dalian, China)
  • Former Associate Director, Tokeshi Plastic Surgery
  • Former Associate Director, Midam Dermatology Clinic
  • Former Associate Director, Noble Line Plastic Surgery
  • Former Associate Director, Jeniva Plastic Surgery
  • Former Military Flight Surgeon, ROK Army Aviation Operations Command
  • Former Intern & Resident, Kangdong Sacred Heart Hospital
Aptos Thread Lift FAQ

Good to know.

At JRYN Seomyeon, Aptos starts from ₩1,000,000 for cheeks or double chin, from ₩1,200,000 for jowls and jawline, and from ₩2,000,000 for a full lower-face lift. Final cost depends on thread count. We confirm your exact quote free in consultation or over WhatsApp.

Aptos uses premium bidirectional barbed threads that anchor more firmly, giving a stronger lift that lasts up to two years — versus 12–18 months for standard PDO cog threads. It costs more, but holds longer and lifts more powerfully.

Up to two years, depending on your skin, age and lifestyle — longer than most thread systems. The collagen it stimulates helps maintain the result as the threads gradually absorb.

No — it's a non-surgical lift that can give results closer to a mini-lift for the right candidate, with no cutting and far less downtime. Very advanced sagging is still better treated surgically; Dr. Lee will tell you honestly which suits you.

More than basic threads: swelling, bruising and tightness for 5–10 days, with care needed for 2–3 weeks (no wide mouth opening, saunas or facials). Plan your trip with a recovery buffer before any big event.

Yes — English, Japanese and Chinese. We're a 5-minute walk from Seomyeon Station, 45 minutes from Gimhae Airport, and review your progress on WhatsApp after you fly home.

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Ready When You Are

Plan your Aptos lift
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Send a photo and your travel dates on WhatsApp. We'll reply in English with an honest read of whether Aptos suits your sagging — and a realistic plan, including recovery, for your trip.

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Individual results vary and are not guaranteed. Thread lifting is a medical procedure performed by a licensed dermatologist. This page is general information, not medical advice — a personal consultation is required to determine suitability.