Pyeongtaek filler: facial balance and proportion.

When consulting about Dermal Fillers, we often hear common concerns. "I'm afraid it will be too obvious." "I don't know whether to start with my nose, lips, or chin." Many people feel their face looks sunken but find it difficult to pinpoint the exact problem area themselves.

Dermal Fillers are a procedure used to enhance facial volume and contour in a relatively short time. However, even with the same procedure, each person has a different face shape, skin condition, areas lacking volume, and desired image. Therefore, simply increasing the volume may not achieve a natural balance. It's more important to first analyze what parts of the face appear deficient and the overall facial proportions, rather than just deciding which area to fill.

What concerns lead to Dermal Filler consultations?

The concerns we typically encounter in the Consultation Room are as follows:

• If you want a more defined nose line
• If you feel your lips lack volume
• If your chin is short, making your facial proportions less ideal
• If your forehead is flat and lacks dimension
• If you are concerned about nasolabial folds or sunken cheeks
• If you desire an overall more vibrant impression

There is one commonality: it's not just about filling a specific area, but considering harmony with the entire face.

What we look at for each area

The nose is at the center of the face, so even small changes can significantly impact the overall impression. Rather than just increasing height, we consider the line from the forehead to the nose, the connection between the nasal tip and bridge, and harmony with facial proportions. The appropriate design direction may vary depending on the original nose height, skin thickness, and nasal tip shape, requiring thorough consultation.

Lip Dermal Fillers are not about making lips thicker. We must consider the ratio of the upper and lower lips, left-right balance, the direction of the corners of the mouth, and even movements when smiling. It's important to plan a natural shape that suits your face shape and expressions, rather than excessive volume, and the approach varies depending on your original lip shape.

The chin and forehead are areas that create the vertical proportion and three-dimensionality of the face. If the chin appears short or recessed, the lower face proportion must be evaluated together. The forehead should not just be made convex, but viewed within the overall contour that connects to the nose and chin. This is why we say Dermal Fillers are not just about one area's problem, but a design procedure connected to the entire facial structure.

What we evaluate together during consultation

During consultation, we don't just check the desired area. We comprehensively evaluate the overall facial proportions, left-right symmetry, skin thickness and elasticity, areas lacking volume, expressive movements, history of previous Dermal Filler procedures, desired image and degree of change, and harmony with facial contours, then plan the scope of the procedure and design direction.

Even with the same Dermal Filler procedure, the necessary plan can vary depending on your face shape, skin condition, and desired image.

Procedure process and post-care

Dermal Filler procedures generally take about 10-30 minutes, and may vary depending on the area and scope. Before the procedure, we thoroughly consult on your current facial proportions and desired direction to create a plan, and proceed with a design process if necessary.

After the procedure, temporary swelling or bruising may occur, and recovery speed varies individually. You should remember not to press or massage the treated area strongly, to adjust alcohol consumption, saunas, and strenuous exercise for a certain period, to ensure Adequate water intake and rest, and to keep your scheduled follow-up appointments. For areas with a lot of movement like the nose or lips, initial care can be especially important.

"Can multiple areas be treated at once?" and "How much should be injected to look natural?" are also frequently asked questions. Both are issues that can only be answered after evaluating facial proportions and current condition. Most people can return to daily life relatively quickly after the procedure, but temporary swelling or bruising may occur depending on the area. If you have had Dermal Fillers before, it's important to evaluate their location and condition together to create a plan that suits your current balance.

If you are considering Dermal Fillers, we recommend looking at your overall facial proportions first to see what appears deficient, rather than deciding to fill a specific area. Since each person has a different face shape, skin thickness, volume distribution, and desired image, the appropriate design can also vary. If you are wondering what order is right for your face, you can ask first via Chat Consultation Shortcut [blocked].

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This article was reviewed by Lead Directors Park Min-soo (7th President of the Korean Society for Laser Dermatology and Hair, Adjunct Professor at Hanyang University College of Medicine) and Lee Yu-seok (Vice President of the Korean Society for Laser Dermatology and Hair, 20 years of clinical experience). Last reviewed 2026-08-11.