Dermal Fillers

Nasolabial Fold (Smile Line) Fillers in Gangnam, Seoul

Softens the deepening lines that run from the nose to the corners of the mouth, restoring a smoother transition across the mid-face.

Session Time 30–40 Minutes
Downtime Minimal
Results Last 9–12 Months
Anesthesia Topical / Local
What Are Nasolabial Fold Fillers?

Smoothing the Lines Between Nose and Mouth

Nasolabial folds — often called smile lines — run from the sides of the nose down to the corners of the mouth. They're present in some form on almost everyone, but they deepen over time as mid-face volume gradually declines and skin loses elasticity, making them look more like permanent creases than expression lines.

This treatment restores lost volume in the surrounding cheek and mid-face area, which lifts and softens the fold from underneath rather than filling directly into the crease itself — this approach tends to look smoother and more natural than injecting the line alone.

Because nasolabial folds are closely connected to overall mid-face volume, this treatment is frequently paired with cheek filler for a more complete, balanced result.

  • Softens the smile-line crease from underneath
  • Restores mid-face volume for a smoother transition
  • Minimal downtime — most patients return to routine same day
  • Pairs naturally with cheek volumizing treatments
Is This Right for You?

Candidates & Safety Information

Good Fit

  • Deepening lines from nose to mouth corners
  • Lines visible even when the face is at rest
  • General mid-face volume loss

May Not Be Ideal For

  • Very fine lines better suited to skin treatments
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding patients
  • Active infection near the treatment area

Common Side Effects

  • Swelling or bruising for a few days
  • Temporary tenderness at injection points
  • Slight lumpiness that resolves as it settles
What to Expect

Your Session & Recovery Timeline

Consultation & Assessment

Your doctor evaluates whether the fold is primarily volume-related or skin-related, and plans filler placement accordingly.

Numbing & Injections (30–40 Minutes)

Topical or local numbing is applied, then filler is placed in the surrounding mid-face and along the fold as needed.

Day 0–3

Mild swelling and possible bruising are normal and typically minimal compared to more delicate areas.

Week 1–2

Swelling resolves and the filler settles into its final shape, revealing a smoother transition across the mid-face.

9–12 Months Later

As the filler gradually breaks down, a touch-up session maintains your smoother result.

Investment

Nasolabial Fold Filler Pricing

Priced per syringe (1cc) — most patients need one to two syringes depending on fold depth.

Single Syringe (1cc)

Mild to moderate correction

₩650,000 confirmed — per syringe
  • Consultation & assessment
  • 1cc mid-face filler, one session
  • Aftercare instructions

2 Syringes

Significant volume loss, full correction

₩1,150,000 estimated — confirm at consult
  • 2cc mid-face filler, one session
  • For deeper, longer-standing folds
  • Aftercare instructions

The single-syringe price is confirmed on our main Pricing & Packages page as the comparable "Cheek / Volume Filler" mid-face volumizing line; multi-syringe tier prices above are estimated pending confirmation from your medical director.

Common Questions

Nasolabial Fold Fillers — FAQ

Why treat the cheek instead of the line itself?

Because nasolabial folds are often a symptom of mid-face volume loss, restoring volume in the surrounding cheek lifts and softens the crease from underneath — this typically looks smoother and more natural than filling the line directly.

How many syringes will I need?

Most patients need one to two syringes depending on fold depth and how much mid-face volume has been lost. Your doctor will give you a personalized estimate at consultation.

Will this affect my smile?

No — the treatment addresses volume rather than muscle movement, so your natural smile and facial expressions are unaffected.

How long do results last?

Most patients see results last 9–12 months. Combining with cheek filler for overall mid-face support can sometimes extend how long the softened look holds.

Should I combine this with cheek filler?

Many patients do — since both treatments address overlapping mid-face volume, combining them often gives a more complete, balanced result than either alone. See our Cheek & Mid-Face Contouring page for details.

Ready to Get Started?

Book Your Smile Line Consultation

Meet with one of our doctors for an assessment and a clear, written quote before you commit.