Background Aesthetic physicians and surgeons should consider differences in anthropometric and anatomical characteristics between Asians and Caucasians in performing facial rejuvenation procedures using absorbable threadlifts in Koreans. Objectives This paper was prepared to propose empirical treatment protocols for Korean aesthetic physicians and surgeons. Methods A panel of five Korean experts on the aesthetic uses of an absorbable polydioxanone (PDO) monofilament threadlift (Mint Lift®; HansBiomed Co Ltd., Seoul, Korea), thus termed as “the Mint Consensus Group,” was convened to recommend practical guidelines for empirical treatment with the Mint Lift®. Results To summarize, our recommendations are as follows: First, the entry and exit points should be determined considering anatomical characteristics of the face (Level of evidence III). Second, treatment procedures may vary depending on indications (Level of evidence III). Conclusions Here, we propose empirical treatment protocols for facial rejuvenation using a novel absorbable PDO monofilament threadlift in Koreans. But more evidence-based efforts should be made to update the current treatment protocols.
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