My aunt has never been someone who rushes into cosmetic procedures. For a long time, she kept saying that the middle part of her face looked more tired than she felt. Her cheeks had lost some volume, the area around her smile lines looked heavier, and she felt like her face looked different in photos. She wasn’t trying to look twenty years younger—she just wanted to look more refreshed.
After doing her own research, she decided to have a mid face lift with Dr. Im Young-min at Very Good Plastic Surgery.
The Consultation Helped Her Understand What the Surgery Could Realistically Achieve
One thing she mentioned after her consultation was that she appreciated the honest discussion about the expected results. She was told that a mid face lift would improve the cheek area and reduce the tired appearance, but it wouldn’t completely change her face. That realistic approach made her feel much more comfortable about moving forward.
The First Week After Surgery Was the Hardest Part of the Recovery
The surgery itself went smoothly, but the first few days were definitely uncomfortable. She experienced swelling, tightness, and some bruising, which she expected. She mostly rested at home, followed the aftercare instructions carefully, and tried to be patient because she knew healing would take time.As the swelling gradually went down over the following weeks, she started noticing the changes more clearly.
The Final Result Was Natural Enough That Most People Couldn’t Tell She Had Surgery
After a couple of months, her face looked noticeably fresher without looking dramatically different. Her cheeks appeared more lifted, and the middle part of her face no longer looked as heavy as before. Friends commented that she looked well-rested, but no one immediately guessed she’d had cosmetic surgery.
Looking back, she’s happy with her decision because the results matched what she was hoping for. She always says that having realistic expectations is probably the most important part of deciding on any cosmetic procedure. Every person’s experience and results will be different, but this was hers.