Will I need to take medication?

The clinic prescribes medication for 3 days to prevent inflammation and ease pain. Tell the staff about any antibiotic allergy or other medical condition before treatment.

When should I contact the clinic?

Contact the clinic if pain keeps getting worse after the prescribed medication, or if you notice skin color changes, blisters, itching or a lasting feeling of heat at the treated area.

Can I repeat the treatment?

Yes. It can be repeated once bruising and swelling have subsided, after a consultation with the medical staff.

How long do the treatment and recovery take?

The treatment takes about 20 minutes, and you can return to your daily routine right afterward.

How is Hi-Co different from nose filler?

Traditional nose filler uses filler alone to add volume along the nasal bridge. Hi-Co uses hyaluronic acid filler together with biocompatible dissolving threads to define the tip as well as the bridge. Because the dissolving threads support the filler, they help hold the shape of the bridge and tip. As the threads dissolve, they may stimulate collagen around the treated area.

Hi-Co / Baby-Co

PDO threads inserted to shape the nasal bridge and tip

Hi-Co / Baby-Co at a glance

Price: From ₩119,000 · 2 options See all prices
Target: Nasal bridge and nose tip
Materials: Absorbable PDO threads with hyaluronic acid filler
Treatment time: About 20 minutes
Numbing: Topical and local anesthesia
Makeup: Cleansing and makeup after 2 to 3 hours
Daily life: Right after treatment

Visiting Seoul for a short stay

Remove the Duoderm patch after 3 days, and avoid heavy drinking, smoking, saunas, hot baths and hard exercise for 3 to 7 days. Do not press on the nose for 2 to 3 weeks.

About PDO threads

PDO stands for polydioxanone, an absorbable surgical suture material. In this treatment the threads give the filler support along the nasal bridge and tip.

Your visit at Beauty Z

ConsultationA doctor assesses your skin and agrees the plan with you.
Numbing and local anestheticNumbing cream and a local anesthetic are used as needed.
MarkingThe doctor marks the injection points on the treatment area.
TreatmentThe doctor places dissolving PDO threads and hyaluronic acid filler along the designed nose line, so the threads support the filler at the bridge and the tip.
Aftercare adviceYou receive aftercare instructions before you leave.

Thread lifting at Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong, model visual

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Common questions

Will I need to take medication?: The clinic prescribes medication for 3 days to prevent inflammation and ease pain. Tell the staff about any antibiotic allergy or other medical condition before treatment.
When should I contact the clinic?: Contact the clinic if pain keeps getting worse after the prescribed medication, or if you notice skin color changes, blisters, itching or a lasting feeling of heat at the treated area.
Can I repeat the treatment?: Yes. It can be repeated once bruising and swelling have subsided, after a consultation with the medical staff.

Sources: U.S. FDA 510(k) K192423 (polydioxanone absorbable suture) · Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong treatment notes and price list. Results differ from person to person; your doctor will advise at consultation.

Hi-Co / Baby-CoTreatment overview

Hi-Co / Baby-Co is a non-surgical treatment that combines absorbable PDO threads with hyaluronic acid filler to shape the line from the nasal bridge to the tip. The threads are made of polydioxanone (PDO), an absorbable suture material.
Hi-Co / Baby-CoRecommended for
- point 01.
  A curved or hooked nasal bridge
- point 02.
  A nasal tip line that filler could not improve
- point 03.
  A sharper nasal tip and bridge without surgery
Hi-Co / Baby-CoResults and frequency
- 01.
  Hi-Co results can generally be expected to last about 6 to 12 months, depending on the filler product used and the individual.
- 02.
  Retreatment can be done once bruising and swelling have subsided. Make this decision after a thorough consultation with our medical staff.
Hi-Co / Baby-CoQ&A
- Q.
  How long do the treatment and recovery take?
- The treatment takes about 20 minutes, and you can return to your daily routine right afterward.
- Q.
  How is Hi-Co different from nose filler?
- Traditional nose filler uses filler alone to add volume along the nasal bridge. Hi-Co uses hyaluronic acid filler together with biocompatible dissolving threads to define the tip as well as the bridge. Because the dissolving threads support the filler, they help hold the shape of the bridge and tip. As the threads dissolve, they may stimulate collagen around the treated area.
Hi-Co / Baby-CoAftercare
- -You can cleanse and wear makeup 2 to 3 hours after treatment. Remove the Duoderm patch on the treated area after 3 days.
- -To prevent inflammation, avoid heavy drinking, smoking, saunas or jjimjilbang (Korean bathhouses), hot baths, and strenuous exercise for 3 to 7 days after treatment.
- -Depending on the treated area, take the prescribed medication as directed for 3 days to prevent inflammation and reduce pain. Tell us if you have a history of antibiotic allergies or any other medical conditions.
- -If pain keeps getting worse despite the prescribed medication, or if you notice skin discoloration, blistering, itching, or a persistent feeling of heat at the treated area, contact the clinic and come in for a consultation.
- -Facial muscle movement or outside pressure may change the shape after treatment. For 2 to 3 weeks, avoid pressing on or irritating the treated area. This includes wearing hats or glasses, sleeping face down or on your side, ultrasound or radiofrequency treatments, deep facial massage, and dental treatment.
- -In some cases, depending on your skin condition, a thread may protrude from the treated area. If this happens, do not touch it with your hands, and visit the clinic for appropriate treatment.
- -Depending on your skin condition, injections may cause bruising, swelling, pain, or a foreign body sensation. These typically resolve within 1 to 2 weeks.