2026-10-29
Why Lines Sag Again After Lifting: Elancé Contour Fixation CONTOUR LOCK™ | 4.4 CLINIC Cheongdam
Explains why facial lines sag again after lifting and how Elancé-based CONTOUR LOCK™ at 4.4 CLINIC Cheongdam supports key points to keep lifted contours in place.
Hello, this is 4.4 CLINIC (Sajeomsa Clinic) on Dosan-daero in Cheongdam.
Today, we’d like to introduce CONTOUR LOCK™, the signature treatment at 4.4 CLINIC: a contour fixation procedure.
CONTOUR LOCK™ is an Elancé-based contour fixation procedure designed by Dr. Kim Su-hyeon. Elancé is precisely placed at the support points that underpin the facial contour, helping lines lifted by lifting treatments stay in place.
Why Lines Sag Again Even After Lifting
Many people tell us, even after lifting treatments like Thermage or Ulthera, “My jawline still isn’t defined” or “It feels like it came right back.”
Lifting tightens the skin and fascial layers by pulling them up. However, if the support points that hold the lines in place—the temples, the area below the cheekbones, the jawline, and the chin—have hollowed out, there is nothing to anchor the lifted tissue, so it gradually sags again over time.
CONTOUR LOCK™ focuses on exactly this point. Rather than simply adding volume,
the key is to restore the collapsed support points and “LOCK” the line in place.
The Elancé used in CONTOUR LOCK™ consists of two components.
Immediate effect: The gel component (CMC) adds volume right after treatment, instantly supporting the line.
Long-lasting support: PCL microparticles help stimulate your skin’s own collagen production. The formula is designed so that your own tissue continues to support the line even after the gel has been absorbed.
Precision only where needed: Rather than treating the entire face, Dr. Kim personally designs the number and placement of support points to address only the lines that need it.
How is this different from regular fillers?
Standard volume fillers focus on filling in hollow areas. As the amount increases, however, the face can look puffy, and some people worry the filler may spread out over time.
Contour fixation focuses on where the product is placed rather than how much is injected. The goal is to place small amounts precisely at support points, so the face looks smaller and the change looks natural.
If lifting is the LIFT that pulls the lines up, CONTOUR LOCK™ is the LOCK that holds those lines in place. Combining the two helps maintain the lifted lines more stably.
Who We Recommend This For
People who feel their jawline isn’t defined even after lifting treatment
People with hollow areas below the cheekbones that make the facial contour look lumpy and uneven (peanut-shaped face)
People who have been told they look older because their cheeks have hollowed
People who don’t want a noticeable “filler look” and prefer natural-looking changes
Why Dr. Kim Su-hyeon?
Even with the same Elancé, the results vary greatly depending on where and how much is placed.
At 4.4 CLINIC, Dr. Kim Su-hyeon personally handles everything from consultation and design to treatment on a one-on-one basis.
Elancé Heart Line Master, Top 30: An Elancé treatment master selected by the manufacturer
Structural Aesthetics Specialist Center: A clinic recognized by SINCLAIR (the manufacturer of Elancé)
Completed the Sculptra Train the Trainer (TTT) program
Thermage MTL (Medical Thought Leader): A top-level advisory member selected by the manufacturer, ranked within the top 30 nationwide
In addition, 4.4 CLINIC performs injections using methods that minimize bruising, easing concerns about returning to your daily routine after treatment.
Treatment Process
One-on-one consultation with Dr. Kim: We review your facial structure and the areas where your lines are collapsing.
Support point design: The director personally plans the necessary locations and amounts.
Treatment: Precise injection using a method that minimizes bruising.
Post-treatment guidance: Precautions and aftercare instructions are explained in our clinic manager’s consultation room.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is CONTOUR LOCK™ the same as regular fillers? A. It uses Elancé, but its purpose is not to fill hollow areas. It is a contour fixation procedure that secures the support points that hold up the lines.
Q. Can it be combined with lifting? A. Yes. Many people plan these together: lifting pulls the lines up, and CONTOUR LOCK™ holds them in place. The order and timing are decided after consultation.
Q. Can I return to daily activities right after treatment? A. 4.4 CLINIC performs treatments using methods that minimize bruising. However, swelling or bruising may occur depending on the individual, so we will go over post-treatment precautions with you.
Q. Who performs the treatment? A. Dr. Kim Su-hyeon personally handles everything from consultation and design to treatment on a one-on-one basis.
How to Find Us
Address: 3rd Floor, 427 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Cheongdam-dong)
Access: 8-minute walk from Apgujeong Rodeo Station, Exit 4
Parking: Valet parking available
Hours: Mon, Tue, Fri 10:00–19:00 · Thu 10:00–20:00 · Closed Wed & Sun
※ Treatment results and duration may vary from person to person, and whether to proceed is decided after consultation with our medical team.