Botox & Filler in Seoul
Botox and filler remain two of the most requested non-surgical options for patients seeking an injectable treatment in Seoul, whether the goal is softening expression lines, refining facial contours, or restoring volume lost over time. This overview page explains what each option involves at CÉRAMIQUE Clinic Gangnam, who tends to benefit, and what to expect before booking a consultation.
What botox and filler are
Botox is a purified neurotoxin injection that temporarily relaxes targeted muscles, commonly used for expression lines, jaw slimming through masseter reduction, excessive sweating, and certain skin-texture concerns. Filler is a gel-based substance, typically hyaluronic acid, injected beneath the skin to restore lost volume or reshape areas such as cheeks, chin, nasolabial folds, or under-eye hollows. Both are considered minimally invasive compared to surgery, but they are still medical procedures that require proper assessment, dosing, and technique.
At this clinic, treatments are performed using Xeomin or Allergan botulinum products, and Juvederm, Restylane, or Belotero fillers, depending on the treatment area and patient goals. Choosing a reputable clinic for an injectable treatment in Seoul matters because product authenticity, injection depth, and dosage planning directly affect both safety and how natural the outcome looks.
Who it suits
Botox is often suitable for patients noticing early dynamic wrinkles, jaw tension or squareness from muscle overuse, or excessive underarm or palm sweating. Filler tends to suit patients with volume loss, facial asymmetry, or a desire to soften specific contours such as the tear trough, cheeks, or chin. Many patients combine both treatments across separate sessions depending on their facial assessment, since muscle relaxation and volume correction address different underlying causes.
Because facial structure, skin thickness, and muscle activity vary from person to person, results are never identical between patients. A consultation with the doctor is used to map asymmetry and volume-loss zones before any recommendation is made.
Who should avoid it
Patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding, have active skin infections in the treatment area, or have known allergies to botulinum toxin or hyaluronic acid products are generally advised against these treatments. Those taking anticoagulant medication, or with bleeding disorders, should disclose this clearly during the medical history review, as it may affect bruising risk or require adjusted planning. Patients with unrealistic expectations about permanence or dramatic transformation should also discuss this openly with the doctor, since these are temporary treatments with individual variation in how long results last.
How the session goes
Each visit begins with a doctor-led consultation, where facial asymmetry, skin thickness, and volume-loss areas are assessed and marked with a pen before any injection takes place. Genuine tips and cartridges are opened in front of the patient, and shot counts are shown in real time so the dosage used is transparent. Procedures are carried out in private, single-patient suites with a separated entry route, which is intended to support comfort and privacy throughout.
Depending on the treatment area, a session may take anywhere from fifteen minutes for a simple botox injection to a longer appointment for multi-area filler work. Numbing cream or topical anesthesia may be used for sensitive zones, and for certain lifting-related procedures, sleep anesthesia or Air-Nox options can be matched to the patient's pain sensitivity.
Downtime and recovery
Botox typically involves minimal downtime; mild redness or small injection marks may appear briefly and usually settle within a day or two. Full effects for botox generally develop over one to two weeks, and results are temporary, commonly lasting several months before muscle activity gradually returns. Filler downtime can vary more depending on the area treated; some swelling or bruising is common initially and generally improves over several days to about a week. Filler longevity also differs by product and location, and is not guaranteed to remain unchanged over time, since the body gradually metabolizes hyaluronic acid.
Immediate calming care such as LDM, Astro Dome, or a modeling pack is typically applied after treatment to help reduce initial redness or discomfort, along with an individual home-care prescription and aftercare guidance tailored to the treatment received.
Pricing
| Treatment | Price (KRW) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Botox (wrinkle) | 70,000~ | Xeomin or Allergan, per area |
| Botox (muscle, per 50U) | 150,000~ | Masseter, salivary gland, temporalis |
| Filler (domestic) | 150,000 | Standard domestic brand |
| Filler (premium domestic) | 350,000 | Higher-grade domestic option |
| Filler (imported) | 450,000 | Imported brand, e.g. Juvederm, Restylane, Belotero |
Prices above are per the clinic's published ranges and may not include VAT, and consultation findings could adjust the final quote depending on area size, product choice, or combination treatments. It is best to confirm current pricing directly with the clinic before your visit.
Safety
Every injectable treatment in Seoul at this clinic follows a structured safety protocol. This includes a pre-procedure medical history review covering allergies and anticoagulant use, precise marking and energy-level planning before treatment begins, and, for lifting-related procedures, real-time ultrasound monitoring of skin depth during the session. Only original tips and cartridges are used, with certificates and shot counts shown to the patient. After treatment, immediate calming care is provided along with an individualized home-care plan.
Doctors at the clinic include Woo Dong-jin, Director, who holds an M.D. from Hanyang University College of Medicine and completed an internship at Hanyang University Hospital, and is a full member of the Korean Academy of Aesthetic, Plastic and Laser Medicine, the Korean Filler Society, and the Korean Lifting Society. Moon Shin-won, Doctor, holds an M.D. from Ewha Womans University College of Medicine and completed internship and residency training at the Catholic Medical Center. Multilingual staff, including English, Chinese, and Japanese speakers, support international patients through dedicated booking channels.
Frequently asked questions
How long do botox results typically last?
Botox effects generally last a few months depending on the treatment area, individual muscle activity, and metabolism, though this varies from patient to patient.
Is filler treatment painful?
Most patients experience mild discomfort, and topical numbing is commonly used; sensitivity levels differ, so the doctor can discuss options during your consultation.
Can I combine botox and filler in one visit?
Some patients do combine treatments in a single visit depending on the areas involved and the doctor's assessment, though this is decided case by case.
Are the products used genuine and verified?
The clinic states it uses only original tips and cartridges, with certificates and shot counts shown to the patient in real time during the procedure.
What should I do if I am taking blood-thinning medication?
You should disclose this during your medical history review before treatment, as anticoagulant use can affect bruising risk and may influence how the doctor plans your session.