Dermal filler in Seoul at ENTER Plastic Surgery means hyaluronic acid (HA) gel placed under the skin to rebuild volume where an area has flattened or hollowed, such as the temples, nose, chin or the groove under the eyes. Four HA products are priced per 1 cc: a Korean HA filler, Juvéderm, Restylane and Belotero (Merz Aesthetics). A session takes 15 to 30 minutes under numbing cream.
Is it for you?
Who is a good fit for HA dermal filler
Filler answers one kind of problem: missing volume. A temple that has sunk inward, a nasal bridge that sits low between the eyes, a chin that falls short in profile or a shallow hollow under the eye are all shapes a gel can support from underneath. The result is visible as soon as the injection is done, then looks more settled once the first swelling goes down.
What filler cannot do is tighten loose skin or stop a muscle from folding the skin. When heavy sagging is the main change, adding gel tends to make the face look fuller without looking lifted, and lifting treatments or surgery are the conversation to have. Lines that appear only when you frown or squint come from muscle, which is the territory of botulinum toxin. A large under-eye bag made of fat is also a surgical question, and deep smile lines have a separate treatment on the menu that combines an injectable with threads.
Usually a good fit
- Hollow temples or a flat forehead contour
- A low nasal bridge or a short chin in profile
- An under-eye groove without a large fat bag
- Mild loss of fullness in the cheeks
- A short trip, since you can fly the same day or next
We may suggest waiting
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Cold sores, infection or inflamed skin at the site
- Heavy sagging skin as the main concern
- Under-eye bags made of bulging fat
- Lines that appear only with muscle movement
How it works
How hyaluronic acid filler adds volume
Hyaluronic acid is a sugar molecule the body already makes; in the skin it holds water and keeps tissue supple. Filler products link HA molecules together (cross-linking) into a gel, which makes it hold its shape and resist breakdown far longer than the body's own HA would. Once placed, the gel supports the tissue around it and attracts some water, and the body breaks it down slowly over the following months.
Where the gel goes matters as much as which gel is used. Structural areas such as the chin and the nasal bridge take gel placed deep, close to bone, while a soft hollow under the eye needs small amounts placed carefully in a thinner layer. Products differ in firmness and in how much they spread, which is one reason the menu carries more than one. Juvéderm is made by Allergan and Restylane by Galderma; Belotero is the third imported line, and the Korean HA filler comes from a Korean manufacturer and is listed without a product name.
Filler can be placed with a fine needle or with a blunt-tipped cannula. In a large multicenter cohort, blocked blood vessels (vascular occlusion) were rare with either tool, and microcannulas were linked to fewer occlusions than needles (Alam, 2021). Because the gel is hyaluronic acid, an enzyme called hyaluronidase can break it down if a result needs to be reduced or a complication treated.
Planning the areas and gel
At consultationThe areas you want to change are examined at rest and in movement, and a product and an approximate volume in cc are chosen for each area.
Numbing the skin
The skin is cleansed and numbing cream is applied to the areas to be treated, so the injections are more comfortable.
Placing the gel
15–30 minutesSmall amounts of gel are injected in stages, and the shape is checked from the front and the side before more is added.
Check and aftercare
You see the result in a mirror, and the aftercare steps are explained: light face washing that day, and makeup from the next day.
Three injectable choices for volume and lines at the clinic
| Point of comparison | HA filler | Botulinum toxin | Collagen stimulator |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it changes | Adds volume to hollows and flat areas | Relaxes the muscle that folds a line | Builds collagen gradually over weeks |
| How it works | Cross-linked HA gel supports tissue | Blocks the nerve signal to a muscle | Particles prompt the skin's own collagen |
| Numbing | Numbing cream | None used | Numbing cream |
| Treatment time | 15–30 minutes | 10–15 minutes | 20–30 minutes |
| When the change shows | Right away, clearer as swelling settles | Lines soften within 3–7 days | From about 4–6 weeks |
| How long it lasts (clinic guidance) | 6–18 months, by area and product | Lines about 3–4 months | Sculptra, Juvelook Volume about 1–2 years |
Durations are the clinic's own guidance; they vary by area, product and person.
Your doctor
Chief Director · Korean board-certified plastic surgeon
“Natural, yet clearly visible change.”Eyelid and facelift surgery at ENTER is planned and performed by Dr. Jang himself.
- NowChief Director, ENTER Plastic Surgery
- TrainingPlastic surgery, Kyung Hee University Medical Center
- FormerChief Director, Jang Plastic Surgery
- FormerDirector, Secret Plastic Surgery
- MemberKSPRS · KSAPS · ISAPS · ESOPRS · ASPS
At a glance
Dermal filler treatment details
| Procedure time | 15–30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Anesthesia | Numbing cream |
| Downtime | Bruising, redness, swelling or bumps for 2–3 days |
| Recommended sessions | Touch-ups at 6–12 month intervals |
| How long results last | 6–18 months, depending on area and product |
| Return to exercise | Generally, daily activities resume straight away and strenuous exercise from the next day (published guidance: rest 1–2 days) |
| Earliest flight home | The same day or the next day |
Prices
Filler prices per cc in Seoul, South Korea
Filler is charged by volume, and each card below shows the price of 1 cc of one product. Your total therefore depends on how many cc the chosen areas take. When a plan reaches 6 cc or more, the Korean HA filler, Juvéderm and Restylane move to a lower per-cc rate; Belotero has one per-cc rate on the menu, and ear filler has its own line. Every figure excludes VAT (10% VAT is added at payment).
A higher price per cc reflects the product and its manufacturer. It is not a claim that one gel gives a better result than another, and the right product depends on the area being treated.
Prices exclude VAT (10% VAT is added at payment).
Recovery
Aftercare in the days after filler injections
Wash your face gently that day and leave makeup off until the next morning. Flying home is possible the same day or the next.
Bruising, redness, swelling, tingling and a slightly bumpy surface over the gel are expected for two to three days. If the chin was treated, avoid masks that press on it during this time.
Do not rub or massage treated areas for two weeks, and keep from rubbing around the mouth for one to two weeks, so the gel stays where it was placed.
The gel breaks down gradually over 6 to 18 months depending on the area and product, so touch-ups are planned at six- to twelve-month intervals.
Safety
Side effects and complications of HA filler
Most reactions to hyaluronic acid filler are short-lived. A systematic review of high-level studies found adverse events were mostly temporary and mild to moderate, with rare serious events that make training and a clear explanation beforehand important (Kyriazidis, 2023). These are the problems to know about:
- Bruising, swelling, redness and tenderness at the injection points.
- Lumps, unevenness or visible gel, which can be adjusted or dissolved with hyaluronidase.
- A bluish tint under thin skin when gel sits too close to the surface, most noticeable under the eyes.
- Vascular occlusion, where gel blocks or presses on a blood vessel, causing skin blanching, pain and, if untreated, damage to the skin.
- Vision loss, a rare but serious event reported mainly after injections at the glabella (between the brows) and the nose (Kato, 2022).
- Infection or inflamed nodules that can appear weeks or months later.
An international consensus on HA filler complications advises that risk is reduced through anatomy-aware technique and that clinics prepare to treat complications quickly (Signorini, 2016). Contact the clinic straight away if you notice severe pain, skin that turns white or dusky, or any change in your vision after treatment.
Evidence
Research behind this page
- Visual loss after aesthetic facial filler injection: a literature review on an ophthalmologic issueArquivos Brasileiros de Oftalmologia · 2022 · Kato J · doi:10.5935/0004-2749.20220048
Literature review: vision loss after cosmetic filler came mainly from vascular occlusion after glabella and nose injections, and the authors call for strategies to reduce it.
- Global Aesthetics Consensus: Avoidance and Management of Complications from Hyaluronic Acid Fillers—Evidence- and Opinion-Based Review and Consensus RecommendationsPlastic & Reconstructive Surgery · 2016 · Signorini M et al. · doi:10.1097/prs.0000000000002184
International consensus: HA filler adverse events are uncommon, but risk can be reduced further and clinics should be prepared to manage complications.
- Rates of Vascular Occlusion Associated With Using Needles vs Cannulas for Filler InjectionJAMA Dermatology · 2021 · Alam M et al. · doi:10.1001/jamadermatol.2020.5102
Multicenter cohort: vascular occlusion was very rare with both needles and cannulas and mostly mild, with fewer occlusions when microcannulas were used.
- Adverse Events Associated with Hyaluronic Acid Filler Injection for Non-surgical Facial Aesthetics: A Systematic Review of High Level of Evidence StudiesAesthetic Plastic Surgery · 2023 · Kyriazidis I et al. · doi:10.1007/s00266-023-03465-1
Systematic review of high-level studies: HA fillers were broadly safe and effective, adverse events were mostly temporary and mild to moderate, and rare serious events make training essential.
FAQ
Dermal filler FAQ
Can I fly home on the same day as my filler?
Yes. The clinic's guidance is that you can fly the same day or the next day. Expect some bruising, swelling or small bumps for two to three days, and avoid rubbing the treated areas, including when you sleep on the plane or adjust a travel pillow against your face.
Which areas can dermal filler treat?
Hyaluronic acid filler is used where volume is missing: the temples, forehead, nasal bridge, chin, cheeks and the groove under the eyes. The amount in cc and the product are chosen per area, because a structural area like the chin takes a different gel and depth from a delicate under-eye hollow.
Why is the Korean filler on the price list not named?
The price list identifies it by category, as a hyaluronic acid filler from a Korean manufacturer, so this page does not name a product. Juvéderm by Allergan, Restylane by Galderma and Belotero are the imported lines, and each is listed separately with its own per-cc price.
How is the total filler cost worked out?
By volume. Each product has a price per 1 cc, for example ₩300,000 for the Korean HA filler before VAT, and the total is that rate multiplied by the cc used. From 6 cc in one plan, the Korean filler, Juvéderm and Restylane are charged at their lower 6 cc rate.
Is VAT added on top of the per-cc filler price?
Yes. The prices shown for every filler line exclude VAT, and 10% is added when you pay. When you ask for a quote, request the products and cc counts as separate lines, so you can see how the total before VAT and the VAT amount are calculated.
Which doctor focuses on injectables at the clinic?
Dr. Choi Yul, a family medicine specialist, focuses on Botox, injections and pigment treatment at ENTER Plastic Surgery. Filler is given by a physician at the clinic, and the doctor who will treat you is introduced when you book.
Does filler injection hurt?
Numbing cream is applied first, so the main sensations are pressure and brief stinging as the gel goes in. Areas with thin skin or many nerves can feel sharper than others. Tingling and tenderness can continue for two to three days along with swelling.
What is normal after filler, and what is a warning sign?
Bruising, redness, swelling, tingling and a slightly bumpy surface for two to three days are expected. Severe or worsening pain, skin that turns white, mottled or dark, and any change in vision are warning signs of a blocked blood vessel and need a call to the clinic immediately.
Can hyaluronic acid filler be dissolved?
Yes. HA gel can be broken down with an injected enzyme called hyaluronidase. This is used to reduce an uneven or overfilled result and as an urgent treatment when filler blocks a blood vessel. Fillers that are not made of hyaluronic acid do not respond to this enzyme.
How often are filler touch-ups needed?
The clinic plans touch-ups at six- to twelve-month intervals. The gel breaks down at different speeds by area and product, over roughly 6 to 18 months, and a touch-up adds back what has been absorbed, so it can use less gel than the first session.
Can I arrange filler before I arrive in Seoul?
Yes. Fill in the form on this page or send us a WhatsApp message with the areas you are thinking about and your travel dates, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. English-speaking staff are available at the clinic for the visit itself.
Are there booking deposit or cancellation rules?
Deposit and cancellation terms are not listed on this page. Ask for them in writing at the time you book, and check them against your travel plan, because a filler appointment can be moved more easily early in a trip than on your last day.
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