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Rappoel Dermatology Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul offers precise botulinum toxin injections to reduce zygomaticus muscle volume \u2014 no surgery, no downtime. 3-min walk from Gangnam Station Exit 10.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>What Causes Prominent Cheekbones?<\/h2>\n<p>Prominent or high cheekbones can stem from two causes: skeletal bone structure (genetic), or overdeveloped zygomaticus muscle. For muscle-related cheekbone prominence, botulinum toxin injections can effectively reduce muscle volume, softening facial contours without surgery. Bone-type prominence requires an assessment of whether adjacent areas can be harmonized with hyaluronic acid contouring.<\/p>\n<div class=\"highlight\">\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Rappoel Dermatology Clinic \u00b7 5F, 77 Seocho-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul \u00b7 3-min walk from Gangnam Station Exit 10<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Cheekbone Reduction Options at Rappoel Clinic<\/h2>\n<h3>\u2460 Zygomaticus Botox Injection (Primary for Muscle-Type)<\/h3>\n<p>Botulinum toxin precisely injected into the zygomaticus muscle causes it to relax and gradually reduce in volume, naturally softening facial contours. Effects appear 2\u20134 weeks after injection and last 4\u20136 months. With repeated treatments, the muscle gradually atrophies and duration extends.<\/p>\n<h3>\u2461 Hyaluronic Acid Contour Balancing (Supplementary for Bone-Type)<\/h3>\n<p>For bone-type cheekbone prominence, volume can be strategically added to adjacent areas (temples, cheeks) to visually balance facial proportions \u2014 no bone surgery required.<\/p>\n<h2>Treatment Details and Results<\/h2>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-title\">Procedure Time<\/div>\n<p>Zygomaticus botox injection takes approximately 15\u201320 minutes. No anesthesia required \u2014 walk in, walk out.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-title\">When Will I See Results?<\/div>\n<p>Effects become progressively visible over 2\u20134 weeks as muscle volume reduces and facial lines soften. Duration: 4\u20136 months. Maintenance injections every 4\u20136 months are recommended.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Botox vs. Surgical Zygoma Reduction<\/h2>\n<p>Botox approach: non-invasive, no downtime, natural results \u2014 but only effective for muscle-type prominence and requires ongoing maintenance. Surgical zygoma reduction: one-time permanent structural change, but involves higher risk, long recovery (4\u20136 weeks), and significant cost. Rappoel doctors recommend trying the non-surgical approach first before considering surgery.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\">Can botox actually reduce prominent cheekbones?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Botox is effective for muscle-type cheekbone prominence by reducing zygomaticus muscle volume to soften facial contours. For purely bone-type prominence, botox has limited effect, but hyaluronic acid contour balancing can visually improve facial proportions. Rappoel doctors diagnose your type first.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\">How long does cheekbone botox last?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Typically 4\u20136 months. With regular maintenance treatments, the zygomaticus muscle gradually atrophies and duration can extend to 6\u20138 months. Maintenance injections every 4\u20136 months are recommended.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\">Are there side effects from cheekbone botox?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Common side effects include mild swelling or bruising at the injection site, typically resolving within 1\u20133 days. Zygomaticus botox does not affect chewing function. Precise targeting by Rappoel doctors minimizes unnecessary muscle impact.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\">Where is Rappoel and do I need to book in advance?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Rappoel is located 3 minutes from Gangnam Station Exit 10 in Seoul. Advance booking is recommended via WeChat (rappoelkr) or Line (rappoelkr) to ensure sufficient consultation time.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\">Can I return to normal activities after cheekbone botox?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Yes, immediately. There is no downtime after zygomaticus botox injection. Avoid pressing the injection area for 4 hours post-treatment, and avoid intense exercise and alcohol on the same day.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\">Can non-surgical methods improve bone-type cheekbone prominence?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Bone-type prominence cannot be fully corrected non-surgically, but strategic hyaluronic acid filling of the temples and cheeks can visually soften overall facial contours. 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Rappoel Dermatology Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul offers precise botulinum toxin injections to reduce zygomaticus muscle volume \u2014 no surgery, no downtime. 3-min walk from Gangnam Station Exit 10.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>What Causes Prominent Cheekbones?<\/h2>\n<p>Prominent or high cheekbones can stem from two causes: skeletal bone structure (genetic), or overdeveloped zygomaticus muscle. For muscle-related cheekbone prominence, botulinum toxin injections can effectively reduce muscle volume, softening facial contours without surgery. Bone-type prominence requires an assessment of whether adjacent areas can be harmonized with hyaluronic acid contouring.<\/p>\n<div class=\"highlight\">\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Rappoel Dermatology Clinic \u00b7 5F, 77 Seocho-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul \u00b7 3-min walk from Gangnam Station Exit 10<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Cheekbone Reduction Options at Rappoel Clinic<\/h2>\n<h3>\u2460 Zygomaticus Botox Injection (Primary for Muscle-Type)<\/h3>\n<p>Botulinum toxin precisely injected into the zygomaticus muscle causes it to relax and gradually reduce in volume, naturally softening facial contours. Effects appear 2\u20134 weeks after injection and last 4\u20136 months. With repeated treatments, the muscle gradually atrophies and duration extends.<\/p>\n<h3>\u2461 Hyaluronic Acid Contour Balancing (Supplementary for Bone-Type)<\/h3>\n<p>For bone-type cheekbone prominence, volume can be strategically added to adjacent areas (temples, cheeks) to visually balance facial proportions \u2014 no bone surgery required.<\/p>\n<h2>Treatment Details and Results<\/h2>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-title\">Procedure Time<\/div>\n<p>Zygomaticus botox injection takes approximately 15\u201320 minutes. No anesthesia required \u2014 walk in, walk out.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-title\">When Will I See Results?<\/div>\n<p>Effects become progressively visible over 2\u20134 weeks as muscle volume reduces and facial lines soften. Duration: 4\u20136 months. Maintenance injections every 4\u20136 months are recommended.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Botox vs. Surgical Zygoma Reduction<\/h2>\n<p>Botox approach: non-invasive, no downtime, natural results \u2014 but only effective for muscle-type prominence and requires ongoing maintenance. Surgical zygoma reduction: one-time permanent structural change, but involves higher risk, long recovery (4\u20136 weeks), and significant cost. Rappoel doctors recommend trying the non-surgical approach first before considering surgery.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\">Can botox actually reduce prominent cheekbones?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Botox is effective for muscle-type cheekbone prominence by reducing zygomaticus muscle volume to soften facial contours. For purely bone-type prominence, botox has limited effect, but hyaluronic acid contour balancing can visually improve facial proportions. Rappoel doctors diagnose your type first.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\">How long does cheekbone botox last?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Typically 4\u20136 months. With regular maintenance treatments, the zygomaticus muscle gradually atrophies and duration can extend to 6\u20138 months. Maintenance injections every 4\u20136 months are recommended.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\">Are there side effects from cheekbone botox?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Common side effects include mild swelling or bruising at the injection site, typically resolving within 1\u20133 days. Zygomaticus botox does not affect chewing function. Precise targeting by Rappoel doctors minimizes unnecessary muscle impact.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\">Where is Rappoel and do I need to book in advance?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Rappoel is located 3 minutes from Gangnam Station Exit 10 in Seoul. Advance booking is recommended via WeChat (rappoelkr) or Line (rappoelkr) to ensure sufficient consultation time.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\">Can I return to normal activities after cheekbone botox?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Yes, immediately. There is no downtime after zygomaticus botox injection. Avoid pressing the injection area for 4 hours post-treatment, and avoid intense exercise and alcohol on the same day.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\">Can non-surgical methods improve bone-type cheekbone prominence?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Bone-type prominence cannot be fully corrected non-surgically, but strategic hyaluronic acid filling of the temples and cheeks can visually soften overall facial contours. 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