Sofwave lifting in Hongdae: why it's especially effective for lines around the mouth

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July 27, 2026
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Hello.

Improving the essence of skin with care,

Director of Mind Dermatology,

I am Hongseon Lee, a dermatologist with 17 years of experience.

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Wrinkles that deepen with age are a natural change. ^^

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However, there are areas that bother you more and are not easily covered by makeup.

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Even with regular lifting procedures,

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around the mouth,marionette linesMany people are troubled because it is hard to improve.

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They've tried every other lifting procedure,

but only the wrinkles around the mouth remain.

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The corners of the mouth droop, making them look constantly tired,

and they often hear that they look sad.

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In clinic I often see patients who come with these concerns, regardless of age.

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Marionette lines become more pronounced mainly after middle age,

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but they can appear gradually in adults once skin elasticity begins to decrease.

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Patients worry that filling with filler might look unnatural,

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and if you've tried popular lifting treatments but felt they were disappointing for this area, what is the reason?

Mapo Dermatology SoftWave Lifting

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Marionette lines,

why has it been difficult to improve them with other lifting treatments?

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The area around the mouth and marionette lines is, among facial areas,

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a challenging zone where the skin is thin and important nerves run through.

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Treatments like Thermage, which deliver heat to the skin surface and the entire dermis,

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have limitations in lifting deep-seated wrinklesthat may be difficult to address.

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Also, procedures like Ulthera that target the deep fascial layer (SMAS)

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pose a risk of nerve injury, so it's difficult to apply them directly to that area.

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For these reasons, with existing lifting devices it is difficult to deliver energy precisely to that area—so-called

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'lifting blind spot'

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which is why obtaining satisfactory results was difficult.

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The key to targeting the 'lifting blind spot',

Mapo Dermatology Sofwave lifting

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The device that emerged to address exactly this concern isSofwave.

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Sofwave targets the layer of the skin that other lifting devices have had difficulty accessing,the mid-dermis at about 1.5 mm depth within the skin,as its target.

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Ultrasound energy is delivered to the dermis,

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which stimulates collagen and elastin production and promotes improvement in skin elasticity,.

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Because the primary energy delivery zone is the dermis, which is located above the fat layer,

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위쪽인 진피층이기 때문에it is a lifting option that can be considered even for those concerned about facial fat reduction,.

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As skin elasticity improves, you can expect the skin to appear firmer and smoother.

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In addition, the handpiece's​SofCool cooling systemprotects the skin surface,

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helping to reduce heat sensation and pain so the procedure is less burdensome.

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In this way, Mapo Dermatology's Sofwave lifting

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is one of the procedures to consider when decreased skin elasticity makes marionette lines appear more prominent.

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Is a good device enough?

Mapo Sofwave lifting,

what matters is the 'design'​

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But no matter how good the equipment is,

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it's hard to expect satisfying results if the procedure is performed the same way on everyone.

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Even for the same marionette lines,

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skin thickness and wrinkle depth,

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causes of reduced elasticity,

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and facial structure

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are all different.

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At Mind Dermatology, before Sofwave treatment,

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I, a board-certified dermatologist, personally

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assess the skin condition and facial structure,

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and determine the treatment areas, energy levels, and coverage.해요.

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In particular, the area around the mouth, where the skin is thin and movement is frequent,

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should not automatically receive high energy;

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it is important to design the treatment carefully so that energy is delivered stably to the necessary dermal layer.합니다.

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Based on extensive Sofwave lifting experience at Mapo dermatology clinics,

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we develop treatment plans tailored to each patient's skin condition.^^

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It's not simply about smoothing a single wrinkle,

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but about restoring the skin's natural elasticity to create a more natural impression;

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that is what I believethe direction of anti-aging is.​입니다.

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Sofwave lifting at Mapo dermatology,if you are considering it

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Rather than comparing only the device names,accurately diagnose your skin condition and the causes of your skin concernsPlease receive it.

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We will provide treatment with sincerity.

Medical Director, Mind Dermatology

This was Lee Hong-seon.

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<Mind Dermatology Treatment Philosophy>

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Mind Dermatology Treatment Philosophy: change the essence of the skin with sincerity

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<Further reading>

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Gongdeok-dong Dermatology Onda Lifting — would this procedure be effective for my skin too?

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📢 Announcement

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Mind Dermatology does not simply

stop at improving the skin,

but first accurately assess the current skin condition

and consider the appropriate treatment direction together with the patient.

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Recently, due to many consultation and appointment inquiries,

schedules are filling up quickly.

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If you make a reservation before visiting,

a smoother consultation will be possible.

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P.S.

Thank you to those who read this post to the end,

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If you say, "I saw your blog!"

We will take that into account during your consultation.

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This post was written in compliance with Article 56, Paragraph 1 of the Medical Service Act.

All medical procedures may have different outcomes depending on individual conditions; please consult with medical professionals before making any decisions.

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