THE ASCEND LIFT™: A FACELIFT THAT ELEVATES, NOT TIGHTENS
Dr. Shim Ching's proprietary technique lifts vertically to restore your face's natural architecture. Book a private, no-pressure consultation in Honolulu.
◾ Vertical lift that follows youth's upward vectors, not backward tension
◾ Deep-plane technique designed for results that can last 15 to 20 years
◾ Stem cell regeneration to accelerate healing and restore skin quality
◾ Natural, rested appearance that looks like you, not 'done'
◾ Developed over 25+ years and 20,000+ procedures
THE ASCEND LIFT™: A FACELIFT THAT ELEVATES, NOT TIGHTENS
DOUBLE BOARD-CERTIFIED PLASTIC SURGEON
DR. SHIM CHING, MD, FACS
Dr. Ching developed The Ascend Lift™ after 25 years and thousands of facial procedures, refining a technique that works with your facial architecture rather than against it. The result of that work is a proprietary method that no other practice offers.
He is an 11-time Castle Connolly Top Doctor, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and has been featured in People, Marie Claire, Harper's Bazaar, The Cut, Real Simple, and NewBeauty. His practice serves patients locally and from across the globe.
◾ PROPRIETARY TECHNIQUE
The Ascend Lift™ is exclusive to Dr. Ching, a method refined across decades, not replicated elsewhere.
◾ DOUBLE BOARD-CERTIFIED
ABPS and FACS credentialed, with 25+ years of experience and 20,000+ procedures performed.
◾ AS SEEN IN NATIONAL MEDIA
People, Marie Claire, Harper's Bazaar, The Cut, Real Simple, and NewBeauty have featured his work.
WHO IS THIS FOR
YOU WANT TO LOOK REFRESHED, NOT 'DONE.'
If you have been noticing sagging along your jawline, looseness in your neck, or a tired look that no longer reflects how you feel, you are not alone. And if you have tried fillers, threads, or other treatments that delivered temporary results, you may be ready for something more lasting.
The concern most people share is the same: they do not want to look like they had work done. They want to look like themselves, rested and rejuvenated.
WHAT THE ASCEND LIFT™ HELPS WITH
◾ Sagging jawline and jowls
◾ Loose or banding neck skin
◾ Overall tired or aged facial appearance
◾ Volume loss at the cheekbone and midface
◾ Results that have faded from previous non-surgical treatments
◾ Previous facelift results that look pulled or unnatural
HOW IT WORKS
YOUR ASCEND LIFT
JOURNEY
◾ STEP 1: BOOK YOUR CONSULTATION
Connect with Dr. Ching's team to schedule a private consultation. Discuss your goals, ask questions, and begin planning.
◾ STEP 2: DISCOVERY SESSION WITH DR. CHING
Dr. Ching personally analyzes your facial architecture, discusses your goals, and determines if the Ascend Lift™ is the right approach for you. No pressure. No obligation.
◾ STEP 3: YOUR CUSTOM ASCEND BLUEPRINT
If you are a candidate, Dr. Ching creates a detailed surgical plan showing how the Elevate, Sculpt, and Regenerate phases apply to your unique facial structure.
◾ STEP 4: THE PROCEDURE
Dr. Ching performs the Ascend Lift™ in his state-of-the-art surgical suite in Honolulu using his proprietary vertical-lift technique.
◾ STEP 5: GUIDED RECOVERY
Stem cell therapy supports your healing process. Most patients return to normal activity within approximately 2 weeks.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQ's
What is The Ascend Lift™?
How is The Ascend Lift™ different from a traditional facelift?
How long do results typically last?
What is recovery like?
Will I look 'done' or unnatural?
How much does The Ascend Lift™ cost?
What are Dr. Ching's qualifications?
I do not live in Hawaii. Can I still have the procedure?
Am I a good candidate for The Ascend Lift™?
What if I have had a facelift before?
WHAT TO EXPECT
The consultation is expected to last approximately 60 minutes and will require confirmation. The procedure will be performed in Honolulu at Dr. Ching’s surgical suite. Recovery is typically smooth, with most patients able to return to normal activities in about two weeks.
WHAT SETS US APART
8 REASONS WHY PATIENTS CHOOSE
THE ASCEND LIFT™
PRICING AND FINANCING
INVESTMENT IN
YOUR ASCEND LIFT™
The Ascend Lift™ is a premium, customized surgical procedure. Pricing is determined during your consultation based on the complexity of your individual treatment plan.
◾ PATIENTFI
Flexible monthly plans, rate check with no credit score impact
◾ CHERRY
0% APR and other rates available, fast approval, 24/7 account access
Projects start at $75,000.
We offer 0% interest‑free financing plans. Accepted financing providers include:
◾ CARECREDIT
Healthcare-specific credit with multiple repayment options
Insurance: The Ascend Lift™ is a cosmetic elective procedure and is typically not covered by insurance. Flexible financing options are available.
Have questions about cost? Schedule a consultation to discuss your plan and financing options.
CONTACT US
BEGIN YOUR
ASCEND LIFT™ JOURNEY
One conversation with Dr. Ching. No commitment. Just an honest assessment of what is possible for your face.
No commitment. No pressure. Private consultation with Dr. Ching.
"One year post-op and the results have been life-changing. Best experience from beginning to end."
— KOLLETTE S., YELP
★★★★★ RATED 4.9 STARS FROM 674 GOOGLE REVIEWS
WHY PATIENTS CHOOSE DR. CHING
✓ Adults noticing visible facial aging they want to address surgically
✓ Those who want a natural result, not a tight or pulled look
✓ Patients ready for a lasting solution after trying non-surgical options
✓ Healthy individuals who can commit to a 2-week recovery period
WHO IT MAY BE RIGHT FOR
WHO IT MAY NOT BE RIGHT FOR
✕ Those seeking a non-surgical or no-downtime option
✕ Individuals with certain medical conditions affecting surgical eligibility (determined during consultation)
✕ Those looking for a temporary or 'lunchtime' procedure
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VERTICAL LIFT, NOT BACKWARD PULL
The Ascend Lift™ restores upward vectors that mimic the geometry your face had in your 30s. The result is natural and rested, not tight or windswept.
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DEEP-PLANE STRUCTURAL RECONSTRUCTION
This is not a skin-only lift. Dr. Ching repositions the SMAS layer at the foundational level, producing results designed to last 15 to 20 years, not 3 to 5.
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STEM CELL REGENERATION INTEGRATION
The Ascend Lift™ incorporates stem cell therapy to accelerate healing and enhance skin quality from the inside out. Results continue to improve after surgery.
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25+ YEARS, 20,000+ PROCEDURES
Dr. Ching has refined this technique across decades and thousands of facial procedures. This is not a generalist offering a facelift as one of many services
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DOUBLE BOARD-CERTIFIED, 11X CASTLE CONNOLLY TOP DOCTOR
Dr. Ching holds certifications from the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Castle Connolly recognition is based on peer nomination, not paid placement.
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FEATURED IN NATIONAL MEDIA
Dr. Ching's work has been recognized by People, Marie Claire, Harper's Bazaar, The Cut, Real Simple, and NewBeauty.
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4.9 STARS FROM 674 GOOGLE REVIEWS
Patient satisfaction is verified, public, and consistent across hundreds of reviews.
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INTERNATIONAL DESTINATION PRACTICE
Patients travel from across the mainland US, Japan, Korea, and the Middle East. Dr. Ching's team supports traveling patients with coordinated logistics.
◾ Proprietary vertical-lift technique
◾ Results designed to last 15–20 years
◾ 4.9 stars · 674 reviews
◾ 11× Castle Connolly Top Doctor
◾ CASTLE CONNOLLY TOP DOCTOR
Peer-nominated and recognized 11 consecutive times — a distinction that cannot be purchased.
◾ INTERNATIONAL DESTINATION PRACTICE
Patients travel from the US mainland, Japan, Korea, and the Middle East. The team coordinates all logistics.
◾ RESULTS THAT LAST 15–20 YEARS
Deep-plane SMAS repositioning produces structural results far beyond what skin-only facelifts can achieve.
TRAVELLING PATIENTS
TRAVELLING FROM OUTSIDE HAWAII? YOU WON'T BE THE FIRST.
Patients travel to Dr. Ching from across the Hawaiian Islands, the US mainland, and internationally, many specifically for work they could not find performed at this level closer to home.
The practice has built the infrastructure to make this straightforward. Multilingual patient coordinators can help you plan your visit. Hotel partners near the practice are used to working with recovery patients. And recovering in Honolulu is not the worst place to spend a week.
The Ala Moana location offers complimentary valet parking. The shopping center next door is there if you need it.
1330 Ala Moana Blvd., 4th Floor
Honolulu, HI 96814
📍 LOCATION
🅿️ PARKING
Complimentary valet parking
🌐 LANGUAGES
Multilingual patient coordinators
🏨 ACCOMMODATIONS
Partner hotels experienced with recovery patients
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