The apple cheeks — the soft, rounded area just below the eyes that lifts when you smile — are a hallmark of youth. As we age, facial fat pads shrink and shift downward, leaving the mid-face looking flat or hollow. This can make even a rested face appear tired, stern, or older than it truly is. At Rappoel Dermatology in Gangnam, Seoul, we use The Chaeum Premium hyaluronic acid to restore mid-face volume naturally, using precise layered injection techniques tailored to your facial anatomy.
Why Do Apple Cheeks Flatten?
- Natural aging: Facial fat pads thin and descend after your mid-20s
- Gravity: Volume shifts downward, deepening nasolabial folds
- Low cheekbone structure: Some patients have naturally flat mid-faces
- Rapid weight loss: Facial fat is often lost disproportionately
- UV damage: Sun exposure accelerates collagen breakdown
Rappoel’s Mid-Face Filler Approach
We use The Chaeum Premium series from Hugel Korea, selecting different viscosities for each tissue layer:
- Deep periosteal layer: Anchors the structure and creates a lifted foundation
- Mid fat-pad layer: Restores natural volume and soft contour
- Superficial refinement: Smooths fine hollows and improves skin luminosity
Blunt-tip cannulas are used where possible to minimize bruising and entry points, allowing faster recovery.
Results You Can Expect
- Fuller, naturally rounded cheeks when smiling
- Reduced under-eye shadows and a brighter overall complexion
- Softened nasolabial folds (without directly filling them)
- More defined, sculpted side profile
- No downtime — return to daily activities the next day
Treatment Details
- Clinic: Rappoel Dermatology, 5F, 24 Seocho-daero 77-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul (3 min from Gangnam Station Exit 10)
- Duration: 30–40 minutes including consultation
- Downtime: Mild swelling 2–3 days; bruising uncommon with cannula technique
- Longevity: 12–18 months depending on individual metabolism
- Material: The Chaeum Premium (MFDS-approved, Korea)
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