Kiko Kono, M.D.
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Graduated from Kawasaki Medical School. Worked as a dermatologist for about 20 years at core hospitals. After many years of experience and achievements, he became a cosmetic dermatologist. His practice style is to examine the skin thoroughly and pursue what is happening where on the skin and approach the problem. Her specialties include customized treatment, laser treatment, Botox, and skin growth injections. In her private life, she is a mother of two children.
The hyaluronic acid lift is a popular procedure that is expected to plump and lift the face. However, even after researching its pros and cons, costs, and downtime, many people may not actually know the underlying causes of facial aging. In this article, we’ll focus on the causes of facial aging and how to address them to help you make an informed decision and avoid any regrets after the procedure.
What Is a Hyaluronic Acid Lift? How It Works: An Approach Different from Conventional Injection Methods
The Hyaluronic Acid Lift is a treatment that differs from conventional hyaluronic acid injection methods, which target specific areas—such as the temples or nasolabial folds—to achieve localized lifting. With conventional localized injection methods, there have been many cases where patients did not experience the desired results because the actual cause of their concerns lay elsewhere.
However, with hyaluronic acid lifts—which are now widely used in many countries, including Japan and South Korea—By injecting the solution into multiple areas that cause wrinkles and sagging, you’ll be more likely to experience a more natural-looking lift.The first is the
Bones Have a Major Impact on Facial Aging! Keep an Eye on Your Bone Density
I understand that a hyaluronic acid lift can provide a natural lifting effect, but how do facial aging signs—such as wrinkles and sagging—actually occur in the first place? In fact, one of the major factors influencing facial aging is bone structure.
Just like the bones throughout the rest of the body, the bones in the face undergo a daily cycle in which old bone is gradually broken down—a process called “bone resorption”—and new bone is formed through “bone formation.” When we are young, the balance between bone resorption and formation is maintained, butAs we age, the rate of bone resorption exceeds the rate of bone formation, leading to a decrease in bone density.. As a result,The bones atrophyThe first is the
Target the underlying layers with a hyaluronic acid lift! Great for nasolabial folds, too!
When bones atrophy, it means that the foundation supporting muscles, fat, and skin shrinks. As a result,Skin and fat that can no longer be supported sag due to gravity, causing sagging and wrinkles.. A prime example of this is the nasolabial folds.
Therefore, to address concerns such as sagging skin, wrinkles, and nasolabial folds, it’s important not to “miss the forest for the trees,”It is essential to address the root cause.In other words, using hyaluronic acid to prepare the foundation for a lift is a logical approach to addressing the root cause of the issue. If you’re concerned about facial aging, be sure to consult an experienced doctor with a proven track record of hyaluronic acid lift procedures to avoid any disappointing results.
If you're looking to achieve a lifting effect with hyaluronic acid, visit YAYOI CLINIC.
The Hyaluronic Acid Lift is a treatment designed to achieve a natural look by balancing the entire face from the foundation up. If you’re concerned about sagging skin, wrinkles, or nasolabial folds, please feel free to contact us for a consultation.
Aesthetic Dermatology, Cosmetic Medicine, Cosmetic Surgery, Art Makeup in Hiroshima YAYOI CLINIC offers treatments for different skin, body, and facial concerns.
In order to offer a better option for everyone, we will assess each person's skin condition and formulate a treatment plan that meets their needs in terms of treatment duration, budget, and acceptable downtime.
If you have any concerns, please come for a counseling session first.
*This information, including treatment fees and product prices, is current as of the time the column was published. Please be aware of this in advance.
Description of procedure] Hyaluronic acid
Approximate number of treatments
Hyaluronic acid: per treatment
Hyaluronidase: 1-2 times
*The number of treatments for each of these varies from person to person.
Cost]
Hyaluronic acid: 1 unit ¥79,800 (+ ¥22,000 for the procedure fee) *The number of units used depends on the individual.
Hyaluronidase:
One time ¥33,000
Other hospitals: 1 time ¥55,000
Adverse effects/risks
Very rare side effects of hyaluronic acid have been reported, including transient or irreversible blindness, induced stroke, as well as nodules, beaded nodules, allergic reactions, granulomas, herpes, lack of or decreased correction, misalignment, necrosis, numbness, pain, tumors, infection, angioedema, discoloration and hematomas.
Side effects of hyaluronidase have been reported to include needle marks, internal bleeding, and allergic reactions.
If you notice any of these symptoms or any other abnormalities, please consult your doctor as soon as possible.
Equipment used.
Fillers and hyaluronidase injections include drugs not approved in Japan and treatments that differ from their approved regulatory use.
The medicines and medical devices used for treatment were imported by private individuals based on the judgment of the doctors at our clinic. Please refer to the following for information on medicines and other items of concern for personal importation.
https://www.yakubutsu.mhlw.go.jp/individualimport/purchase/index.html
Information on safety, etc. in other countries
-Juviderm Vista® series: approved in Japan for "correction of moderate to severe wrinkles and furrows on the face
-Hyaluronidase: Approved by MFDS, Korea
About the Adverse Reactions Relief System for Drugs
In the unlikely event of serious side effects, the drug is not covered by the government's Adverse Drug Reactions Relief System.
