Dr. Jong Seon Kim
“I am a doctor you can trust, dedicated to enhancing your natural beauty.”
Career & Credentials
- Director, Gangnam HERA Plastic Surgery Clinic
- Board Member, Korean Society of Aesthetic Surgery (KSAS)
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Lifting Treatments
Silhouette Soft Thread Lift in Korea
Silhouette Soft is a resorbable polylactic acid (PLLA) thread from Sinclair with bidirectional cones. The Silhouette Soft family is certified as a Class III device under the EU Medical Device Regulation.
Procedure time
30–60 minutes
Downtime
Usually short
Overview
Description
Silhouette Soft is a resorbable thread from Sinclair, a global medical aesthetics company. It is made from polylactic acid (PLLA) and carries small cones that point in two directions, so it anchors in tissue with cones rather than barbs. The Silhouette Soft family holds EU MDR Class III certification, issued by the notified body BSI (2797) and announced in 2024. Class III is the highest risk class in the EU system and gets the closest review. Sinclair lists its EU-approved use as facial and neck reconstruction in the treatment of facial asymmetry and sagging (ptosis).
Why it works
The essentials, at a glance
EU MDR Class III certification
The Silhouette Soft family was certified by notified body BSI (2797) under the EU Medical Device Regulation. It is also listed as a Class III device in Australia's therapeutic goods register.
Resorbable material
The PLLA thread is absorbed by the body over time and does not stay under the skin permanently.
Bidirectional cones
Small cones along the thread hold tissue from two directions as the thread is positioned.
Treatment Areas
Treatment Areas
Each area is planned separately, based on your anatomy.
Mid-face and cheeks
A common reason patients ask about cone threads.
Jawline
Considered when the lower face has lost definition.
Neck
Part of the EU-approved use. Suitability is judged at consultation.
Who it's for
Recommended For
Where filler tends to make the most visible difference.
- People noticing sagging in the mid-face, jawline or neck
- Those who want a thread lift using a resorbable material
- Patients who want a product with EU Class III certification and clear regulatory paperwork
- Those comparing cone threads with barbed threads
- Anyone who prefers local anesthesia to a surgical facelift
Your visit
How the Procedure Works
What happens on the day, from consultation to aftercare.
01
Consultation — A HERA doctor checks the direction of sagging, skin quality and structure, then explains whether cone threads are a good fit.
02
Design — Entry points and thread paths are marked on the face.
03
Anesthesia — Local anesthesia is applied.
04
Thread placement — Silhouette Soft threads are guided along the planned paths and the tissue is gently repositioned.
05
Review — The doctor checks balance on both sides.
06
Aftercare — You receive guidance on facial movement, sleeping position and follow-up.
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Same price as locals
No foreigner markup
English interpreter
On-site, every visit
Why HERA
Why international patients choose HERA
Price, language and booking, answered before you fly to Seoul.
English interpreter
An interpreter stays with you from consultation to checkout.
Same price as locals
Transparent pricing with no foreigner markup.
6,000+ global patients
Patients from 30+ countries have been treated here.
Genuine, approved fillers
Only authentic, government-approved products.
1:1 specialist care
A board-certified doctor from consult to aftercare.
3 min from Gangnam Station
Exit 9, then a three-minute walk.
Your medical team
The Doctors Who Will Treat You
Board-certified doctors. The doctor you consult with is the one who treats you and checks your result.
Dr. Jong Hoon Lee
“I dedicate myself to achieving the best results with minimal need for revision.”
Career & Credentials
- Co-author, LIFTINGOLOGY: Science and Clinical Practice in Aesthetic Medicine
- Recipient, Minister of Health and Welfare Award for Outstanding Contribution to National Health Improvement
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Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions international patients ask us most.
Is Silhouette Soft FDA-approved?
We could not confirm an FDA clearance for the product named Silhouette Soft, so we do not claim one. In the US, the related product is called Silhouette InstaLift and holds its own FDA 510(k) clearances for mid-face suspension. Silhouette Soft is certified in Europe under EU MDR Class III.
What does EU MDR Class III certification mean?
It means a notified body (BSI, 2797) assessed the product under the EU Medical Device Regulation, in the class with the closest review. It is a regulatory status, not a promise of a specific result.
What is the thread made of?
Sinclair describes it as a resorbable PLLA thread with bidirectional cones.
Does it dissolve?
Yes. The material is resorbable and is absorbed by the body over time. Your doctor can explain what to expect as it does.
How long does the lift last?
It depends on your skin, how much tissue has descended and the number of threads used, so we do not quote one fixed number. Your doctor will give you an estimate after examining your face.
How is it different from a MINT thread?
Silhouette Soft anchors with cones and is made from PLLA. MINT is a PDO thread that grips with barbs. Neither is better for every face, and your doctor will explain which suits you.
Visit Gangnam HERA
Visit Gangnam HERA
In Seocho-gu, Seoul, a three-minute walk from Gangnam Station Exit 9.
Address
4F, 9 Seocho-daero 73-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Opening Hours
- Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Monday, Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Lunch break: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- Closed on Sundays and public holidays
