Reverse Aging
Filler
Filler restores hyaluronic acid to layers that have lost volume, ordering the flow of the facial contour. We first distinguish whether an area needs filling or lifting.
Filler
Filler
What diminishes first in the face with age is not the skin but the volume beneath it. As the fat compartments thin and the bone is resorbed, the skin covering them has nowhere to go and begins to fold. Filler returns hyaluronic acid to these emptied layers, re-ordering the planes and shadows of the face.
Recommended for
- Those who feel that hollow temples and forehead make them look tired
- Those who feel the nasolabial folds linger like shadows
- Those with a short chin whose profile looks flat
- Those who feel the anterior cheek has hollowed after weight loss
- Those whose under-eye shadows are hard to cover even with makeup
Our View
How we see it at Cheongdam Laplace
The process
01
Analyzing the facial planes
Looking at the front, the profile, and the movement of a smile together, we find which layer has actually lost volume.
02
Choosing the formulation and volume
In consultation we decide in advance on the hyaluronic acid formulation suited to the area and injection depth, and on the range of volume needed.
03
Small divided injections
After topical anesthesia we inject small amounts at a time, checking symmetry and the movement made with expressions.
04
Review after two weeks
Around two weeks later we look again once the swelling has settled and judge together whether fine adjustment is needed.
Treatment information
| Treatment time | About 15-30 minutes depending on the area |
|---|---|
| Anesthesia | Topical anesthetic (formulations containing lidocaine are used in some cases) |
| Recovery | Swelling usually 2-5 days, bruising 1-2 weeks (varies by individual) |
| Recommended interval | Reassessment usually after 6-18 months depending on the formulation and area |
| Treatment areas | Forehead · Temples · Anterior cheek · Nasolabial folds · Chin · Under-eye |
Frequently asked questions
Can it be reversed if I do not like it?
For hyaluronic acid filler, there is a method of dissolving it by injecting an enzyme. The enzyme itself can cause swelling or an allergic reaction and also affects the surrounding tissue, so we recommend starting with a small volume from the beginning.
How long does the swelling last?
It depends on the area and the formulation, but it usually settles within 2-5 days, and thin-skinned areas such as under the eye can take longer. It is more accurate to judge the final shape after about two weeks, once it has settled into the tissue.
Can several areas be done at once?
It is possible, but there is an order we recommend. Addressing the larger planes of the face such as the forehead and temples first sometimes reduces the volume needed for the nasolabial folds or the anterior cheek, so we may build an overall plan and then divide it into sessions.
Is it safe under the eyes?
The under-eye area needs particular care, as the skin is thin and the vessels are close. Too much can cause puffiness or a bluish show-through, so we keep the layer and volume conservative and take an approach divided over several sessions.
Precautions and possible side effects
- Swelling, bruising, tenderness, and redness may appear at the injection site for a few days.
- Nodules may be felt to the touch, or asymmetry between the two sides may remain.
- In areas where the skin is thin, a bluish Tyndall effect may appear.
- Very rarely, skin necrosis or visual impairment from intravascular injection has been reported.
- Late reactions such as delayed swelling or foreign-body granuloma may appear.
- It is not performed during pregnancy or where there is infection at the injection site.
Treatment results may vary depending on individual condition, and side effects may occur. Please confirm the details through a consultation with our medical staff.
Consultation comes first
Before deciding on a treatment, let us look at your current condition together.