K-ClinicThread Lift vs Mini Lift Korea: DOY JUN Prices 2026
At DOY JUN Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, Seoul, a Mint thread lift costs ₩540,000 for 4 threads, ₩960,000 for 8 and ₩1,080,000 for 12, while a mini facelift (deep cheek line) costs ₩1,185,000. All prices are before 10% VAT; with VAT they are ₩594,000, ₩1,056,000, ₩1,188,000 and ₩1,303,500. The surgeon decides which suits you after examining the sagging.
Thread Lift vs Mini Facelift: Not the Same Level of Procedure
At DOY JUN Plastic Surgery, the Mint thread lift is listed under lifting and priced by number of threads, while the mini facelift is a surgical lift for the deep cheek line. They are not a "cheap version" and an "expensive version" of the same thing.
When your cheeks and jawline start to sag, the first question is often "are threads enough, or do I need a facelift?" This article puts the two options on DOY JUN Plastic Surgery's price list side by side: prices, prices with tax, and what the price list doesn't say, which you need to ask about at your consultation.
How Much Is a Thread Lift vs a Mini Facelift in Korea?
At DOY JUN Plastic Surgery, a Mint thread lift costs ₩540,000 for 4 threads (basic), ₩960,000 for 8 and ₩1,080,000 for 12; a mini facelift costs ₩1,185,000. All prices are before tax, and 10% VAT is added at checkout.
- Mint thread lift, 4 threads: ₩540,000, ₩594,000 with VAT
- Mint thread lift, 8 threads: ₩960,000, ₩1,056,000 with VAT
- Mint thread lift, 12 threads: ₩1,080,000, ₩1,188,000 with VAT
- Mini facelift: ₩1,185,000, ₩1,303,500 with VAT
The difference between 12 threads and the mini facelift is only ₩105,000 before tax (₩115,500 with VAT). Per thread, 4 threads works out to ₩135,000, 8 threads to ₩120,000 and 12 threads to ₩90,000. The more threads, the lower the unit price, but that is simply arithmetic from the price list; how many threads you need is the surgeon's decision.
What Is the Difference Between Mint Threads and a Mini Lift?
On the price list, the Mint thread lift is divided into 4, 8 and 12 threads, while the mini facelift is labeled "deep cheek line". The website lists no recovery period or recommended length of stay for either.
As a general explanation, a thread lift raises tissue under the skin with threads and does not require cutting the skin the way a facelift does, whereas a facelift is a surgical procedure. Which one you choose depends on where and how much your face is sagging, and the surgeon decides after examining your cheeks and jawline, not based on budget.
DOY JUN Plastic Surgery has 3 board-certified plastic surgeons. Director Lee Seung-jun specializes in eyes, nose, lifting, liposuction and fat grafting, and the same attending surgeon handles you from consultation and surgery through recovery.
Is Anesthesia Charged Separately?
DOY JUN Plastic Surgery's price list shows sedation anesthesia at ₩195,000 and general anesthesia at ₩585,000 (before tax; ₩214,500 and ₩643,500 with VAT). Whether it is charged separately depends on the procedure.
An anesthesiology and pain medicine specialist is on site, and depending on the surgery, local, sedation or general anesthesia is used. Surgeries are recorded on CCTV. Ask which anesthesia would be used for your thread lift or mini facelift, and whether it is charged separately, before you work out the total.
How Many Days Do You Need to Stay in Korea?
On the DOY JUN Plastic Surgery website, recovery guidance is given only for double eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty and liposuction. Recovery time, thread or stitch removal and follow-up timing for thread lifts and mini facelifts are not listed.
The length of stay is decided by the surgeon after examination, based on the procedure and your recovery. K-Clinic recommends telling the clinic your planned return date when you book, so the surgeon can explain at your consultation whether it fits your schedule.
Torn Between Threads and a Facelift? Ask These 4 Questions
The price list only gives prices, so which option suits you, how many threads you need, the anesthesia and the length of stay must all be confirmed at your consultation.
- Is a thread lift or a mini facelift right for my condition?
- If threads, do I need 4, 8 or 12?
- Which anesthesia will be used, and is the fee charged separately?
- When will threads or stitches be removed, when is the follow-up, and how many days must I stay?
Please also tell the clinic at your consultation about any medication you are taking (especially blood thinners) and your past surgical history.
Frequently Asked Questions About Thread Lifts and Mini Facelifts in Seoul
Q: Can I have a consultation only and decide later?
A: You meet the surgeon at the consultation and examination, and decide after confirming the procedure, anesthesia and cost. If you want to compare the two options first, just say so at your consultation.
Q: Can a thread lift or mini facelift be combined with other procedures?
A: DOY JUN Plastic Surgery offers eye, nose, lifting, liposuction and fat grafting procedures all in one clinic. Whether they can be done together, and how the cost is calculated, will be confirmed by the surgeon at your consultation.
Q: How do I get to DOY JUN Plastic Surgery?
A: From Sinnonhyeon Station (Line 9), take Exit 3 and follow the underground passage directly to the building, then take the elevator to the 12th floor. Hours are Monday to Friday 10:00–19:00 and Saturday 10:00–17:00 (no lunch break); closed on Sundays.
Book DOY JUN Plastic Surgery Through K-Clinic
Threads or facelift? Let the surgeon examine you first, then decide. Book through K-Clinic using the "Request booking" button on this website or the live chat for a free consultation, with no need to contact the clinic in Korean yourself.
We help you confirm with the clinic:
- Medication and past surgical history to report before the consultation
- Anesthesia for the thread lift and mini facelift, and whether it is charged separately
- Whether the length of stay is enough for your return date
- Appointment times for the consultation and surgery
Once your booking is complete, we will tell you your arrival time and the address.
The actual procedure and cost are determined after the surgeon's examination.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a thread lift and a mini facelift at DOY JUN Plastic Surgery in Seoul?
A Mint thread lift costs ₩540,000 for 4 threads (basic), ₩960,000 for 8 and ₩1,080,000 for 12. A mini facelift costs ₩1,185,000. These are prices before VAT; with 10% VAT they are ₩594,000, ₩1,056,000, ₩1,188,000 and ₩1,303,500.
Should I choose a thread lift or a mini facelift in Korea?
Price should not be the deciding factor. At DOY JUN Plastic Surgery, a board-certified plastic surgeon examines your cheeks and jawline, then explains whether threads or a mini lift suit you and how many threads you need.
Is anesthesia charged separately for a thread lift or mini facelift in Korea?
The DOY JUN price list shows sedation anesthesia at ₩195,000 and general anesthesia at ₩585,000 (before VAT). Whether it is charged separately depends on the procedure, so confirm at your consultation. An anesthesiology and pain medicine specialist is on site.
How many days do I need to stay in Korea after a thread lift or mini facelift?
The DOY JUN website lists recovery guidance only for double eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty and liposuction, not for thread lifts or mini lifts. The surgeon decides the stay and follow-up after your examination, so tell the clinic your return date when booking.
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Sinnonhyeon Station (Line 9) Exit 3, direct underground access to the building
