Filler 1ccGangnam, Seoul
Filler 1cc uses hyaluronic acid (HA) filler to restore hollows and soften creases so the facial contour looks smoother. It can be used at the front cheek, side cheek, temple, nose, smile lines, marionette lines and Indian band. At QD Clinic, each area is assessed for depth of hollowing, skin thickness and change with expression before deciding where and how much to inject. You can choose between Y-Solution (made in Korea) and imported Juvéderm. At QD Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea, we examine you first and then decide with you on the approach that suits your concerns.
Treatable areas
- แก้มด้านหน้า
- แก้มด้านข้าง
- ขมับ
- จมูก
- ร่องแก้ม
- ร่องมุมปาก
- ร่องอินเดียนแบนด์
Who it’s for
- Hollow front cheeks, side cheeks or temples that make the face look tired or older
- Creases such as smile lines, marionette lines or an Indian band
- A wish to refine nasal height and bridge line without surgery
Filler replaces missing volume; it does not lift sagging skin or change bone structure. If sagging is the main cause, a lifting treatment may suit you better. Results and duration vary between individuals.
How it works
HA gel is placed at a depth suited to each area to replace lost volume and support the contour. Broad hollows such as the temple and front cheek are treated deeper, while narrow creases are treated more superficially, so the layer and amount differ by area. 1cc is a unit of volume; the amount each area needs is decided after examination.
THE MECHANISM, STEP BY STEP
01Assess the anatomy
The face is examined from the front and side, at rest and while smiling or talking, to check hollows, crease depth, skin thickness and asymmetry. If you have had filler, thread lifting or surgery before, what remains is assessed first.
02Define the volume goal
HA gel is placed at a depth suited to each area to replace lost volume and support the contour. Broad hollows such as the temple and front cheek are treated deeper, while narrow creases are treated more superficially, so the layer and amount differ by area. 1cc is a unit of volume; the amount each area needs is decided after examination.
03Plan product and safety
At consultation we agree which areas to treat first, the amount needed, the product (Y-Solution or Juvéderm), pain control and the review date. Rather than injecting a large amount at once, we decide on any further treatment by looking at the difference that remains once swelling has settled.
04Review the contour
Review symmetry, texture and contour after swelling and bruising settle. Whether to add more is decided at that review.
Treatment areas
- Front cheek
- Restores volume from under the eye to the front of the cheek so a flat or hollow front cheek looks fuller.
- Side cheek
- Fills hollowing below the cheekbone so the side profile looks less uneven or angular.
- Temple
- Fills the hollow beside the brow so the line from forehead to the side of the face is smoother.
- Nose
- Refines the height and line of the bridge and tip. Blood vessels run here, so small amounts are placed slowly.
- Smile lines
- Assesses and fills the crease from the side of the nose to the mouth together with the volume around it.
- Marionette lines
- Supports the creases below the mouth corners to reduce a downturned look.
- Indian band
- Fills the diagonal groove below the front cheek so the cheek border is less visible.
What the procedure is like
- 1The face is examined from the front and side, at rest and while smiling or talking, to check hollows, crease depth, skin thickness and asymmetry. If you have had filler, thread lifting or surgery before, what remains is assessed first.
- 2At consultation we agree which areas to treat first, the amount needed, the product (Y-Solution or Juvéderm), pain control and the review date. Rather than injecting a large amount at once, we decide on any further treatment by looking at the difference that remains once swelling has settled.
- 3After consent and site checks, the clinician prepares the skin, provides planned pain control and treats the agreed area. Skin colour and discomfort are checked before aftercare instructions and contact arrangements are provided.
- 4For the first few days, do not press or rub the treated areas. Avoid saunas, heat packs, alcohol and strenuous exercise for the period your clinician advises, and avoid sleeping face down or other pressure on the face early on.
Visit length depends on the area, extent, pain control and observation needed. Confirm time for consultation, preparation and observation when booking.
Recovery & aftercare
- The initial shape includes swelling. Bruising, tenderness, tightness or firmness may occur; allow recovery time before important events.
What to expect over time
A general guide to how the days and months after treatment usually unfold. Results vary by individual.
Consultation
The face is examined from the front and side, at rest and while smiling or talking, to check hollows, crease depth, skin thickness and asymmetry. If you have had filler, thread lifting or surgery before, what remains is assessed first.
Early recovery
The initial shape includes swelling. Bruising, tenderness, tightness or firmness may occur; allow recovery time before important events.
After swelling settles
Review symmetry, texture and contour after swelling and bruising settle. Whether to add more is decided at that review.
Later review
HA filler is gradually absorbed over time. Duration varies with the product, amount, movement and individual tissue response. Further treatment depends on remaining volume and tissue condition.
How it compares
Filler adds volume to hollows, while lifting tightens and raises loose skin and tissue. When hollowing and sagging occur together, the order and any combination are decided after examination.
| Comparison | Filler 1cc | Energy-based tightening |
|---|---|---|
| Main aim | Hollows and contour: cheeks, temples, nose, smile/marionette lines, Indian band | Filler adds volume to hollows, while lifting tightens and raises loose skin and tissue. When hollowing and sagging occur together, the order and any combination are decided after examination. |
| Different approaches | Filler replaces missing volume; it does not lift sagging skin or change bone structure. If sagging is the main cause, a lifting treatment may suit you better. Results and duration vary between individuals. | Filler adds volume to hollows, while lifting tightens and raises loose skin and tissue. When hollowing and sagging occur together, the order and any combination are decided after examination. |
They work differently and suit different goals. The right choice is decided after examination.
Safety & considerations
Possible reactions
- Swelling, bruising, tenderness, firmness and asymmetry, which usually settle over time
- Uneven contour, nodules, migration, infection or delayed inflammation
- Rare but serious vascular blockage and tissue damage, including skin necrosis
When to take extra care
- Previous filler product, date and amount; fat transfer, implants or surgery
- Allergies, bleeding tendency, medicines and health conditions; do not stop prescribed medication yourself
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, local infection or skin injury, unexplained pain or lumps
Contact a clinician immediately for worsening pain or skin that turns pale or dusky. Blurred or sudden loss of vision is an emergency. The nose and smile-line area need particular care because blood vessels run there. The anatomy is checked, small amounts are injected slowly, and treatment stops immediately if any warning sign appears.
Your care at QD Clinic
Assess the anatomy
The face is examined from the front and side, at rest and while smiling or talking, to check hollows, crease depth, skin thickness and asymmetry. If you have had filler, thread lifting or surgery before, what remains is assessed first.
Define the volume goal
At consultation we agree which areas to treat first, the amount needed, the product (Y-Solution or Juvéderm), pain control and the review date. Rather than injecting a large amount at once, we decide on any further treatment by looking at the difference that remains once swelling has settled.
Review the contour
Review symmetry, texture and contour after swelling and bruising settle. Whether to add more is decided at that review.
Frequently asked questions
The front cheek is a broad area that hollows from under the eye to the front of the cheek, so volume is restored in a deep layer to bring back fullness. The Indian band is a diagonal groove below the front cheek, so it is filled along that line only as much as needed to make the cheek border less visible. The two areas meet, so they are examined together to decide which to treat first and how much to use.
When the side cheek below the cheekbone hollows, the side profile can look uneven or angular; when the temple beside the brow hollows, the line from the forehead to the side of the face looks broken. The treatment suits cases where this kind of hollowing makes the face look tired or older. Broad hollows such as the temple may need more than 1cc, and if sagging is the main cause, lifting is compared first.
For smile lines, we look not only at the crease from the side of the nose to the mouth but also at the volume around it, and fill both. For the lines below the mouth corners, filler is placed so that it supports a downturned mouth from below. Blood vessels run around the nose and smile lines, so the anatomy is checked first and small amounts are injected slowly.
It can be used at the front cheek, side cheek, temple, nose, smile lines, marionette lines and Indian band. Even on one face, the cause of hollowing and skin thickness differ by area, so each is examined separately to decide depth and amount. Forehead, lips, chin and neck lines have their own pages.
Yes, several of the front cheek, side cheek, temple, nose, smile lines, marionette lines and Indian band can be treated together. Each area needs a different amount, so 1cc is enough for some and more is needed for others. Priorities and the total amount are agreed after each area is examined.
The amount depends on the area and how hollow it is. Broad hollows such as the temple or front cheek may need more than 1cc, while narrow areas such as the nose or creases may start with less. The amount is set for each area at examination, and any top-up is decided at review once swelling has gone down.
The shape is visible straight away but includes swelling, so the result is judged after one to two weeks. HA filler is gradually absorbed; duration depends on the product, area, amount and individual metabolism, so the timing of any top-up is discussed at a follow-up visit. If needed, it can be dissolved with hyaluronidase to adjust it.
The initial shape includes swelling. Bruising, tenderness, tightness or firmness may occur; allow recovery time before important events. For the first few days, do not press or rub the treated areas. Avoid saunas, heat packs, alcohol and strenuous exercise for the period your clinician advises, and avoid sleeping face down or other pressure on the face early on.
Tell us where you have had filler before, with which product, when and how much. We also check thread lifting, fat grafting, implants, nose surgery, allergies, bleeding tendency and current medicines. Do not stop prescribed medication on your own. Let us know in advance if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have inflammation or a wound at the treatment site.
We first check whether your examination and any necessary follow-up can fit within your stay. When you book a consultation, let us know your arrival and departure dates and any important plans. HA filler is gradually absorbed over time. Duration varies with the product, amount, movement and individual tissue response. Further treatment depends on remaining volume and tissue condition. Filler replaces missing volume; it does not lift sagging skin or change bone structure. If sagging is the main cause, a lifting treatment may suit you better. Results and duration vary between individuals. For the first few days, do not press or rub the treated areas. Avoid saunas, heat packs, alcohol and strenuous exercise for the period your clinician advises, and avoid sleeping face down or other pressure on the face early on. Depending on the examination, same-day treatment may not be possible or additional visits may be needed. Please also confirm in advance how to reach us after you return home and any in-person care you may need. What the doctor looks at first for this treatment: “Hollows and contour: cheeks, temples, nose, smile/marionette lines, Indian band”.
Often considered together
Treatments that are sometimes planned alongside this one, decided at consultation.
+Lifting treatment
Filler adds volume to hollows, while lifting tightens and raises loose skin and tissue. When hollowing and sagging occur together, the order and any combination are decided after examination.
For international patients
Consultation in English / 中文 / 日本語 · WhatsApp · WeChat · KakaoTalk · a 4-minute walk from Sinnonhyeon / Nonhyeon Station (hours in KST).
How many days should I stay?
Surgery and course-based treatments need a check-up. We tell you before you book whether that means staying longer or coming back another time.
For International Patients