Facial Contouring
Designing a slim, balanced facial line
Facial Contouring at DA Clinic Myeongdong
Facial contouring refines the lines of the skeletal structure and soft tissue across the cheekbones, jaw and forehead. Beyond surgical approaches involving osteotomy, natural-looking line improvement is also achievable with a combination of non-surgical procedures such as Botox, fillers, lifting and fat dissolving.
DA Clinic Myeongdong comprehensively diagnoses each patient's cheekbone, jaw and forehead skeletal structure, soft-tissue distribution and left-right asymmetry. Rather than treating a single area, we prioritise the overall facial balance and propose an integrated design — which areas to slim down and where to add definition.
generally recommends a combination of non-surgical procedures first. By gradually combining jaw-line botox, cheekbone and chin fillers, and HIFU, Thermage, or thread lifting, we pursue a natural V-line suited to the patient's lifestyle.
Benefits of Facial Contouring
Slimmer V-line for a developed square jaw
Balanced refinement of wide cheekbone lines
Restored definition of the forehead and chin tip
Stepwise lifting of sagging cheeks and jawline
Refined left-right facial asymmetry
Quick recovery via non-surgical combinations
Comprehensive Facial Balance Assessment
We comprehensively measure the bone structure of the cheekbones, jaw, forehead, and cheeks, the soft tissue distribution, and left-right asymmetry to present an integrated design.
Non-surgical Combination Treatments
Square-jaw Botox for slimming, cheek and chin filler for dimension, and lifting to refine sagging lines are combined as needed. Recovery is short, allowing a quick return to daily life.
Conservative Line Design
As a principle, we avoid excessive change and take a conservative approach — preserving the patient's original facial character while building change gradually.
Stepwise Treatment Plan
Rather than performing every treatment at once, we divide the course into sessions, reviewing results and satisfaction before deciding on the next step.
Who may not be suitable for this treatment
As this treatment may combine Botox, filler, and lifting, the precautions for each component applied on the day will also apply.
We first assess whether the contour is shaped by soft tissue or bone structure. If it originates from the bone, non-surgical approaches will not alter it.
This treatment is not advisable during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
If there is an infection or active inflammation in the treatment area, we will proceed once it has resolved.
If you are taking anticoagulants, bruising may be more prolonged. We advise scheduling at least two weeks before any important event.
Treatment Flow
Director's consultation and comprehensive assessment
We assess the cheekbone, jaw, and forehead bone structure, soft tissue distribution, and left-right asymmetry.
Step-by-step treatment planning
We decide together on the priorities and phased schedule for the non-surgical combination of treatments.
Anaesthesia and preparation
Topical or local anaesthesia is applied depending on the selected treatment.
Phased treatment delivery
Botox, filler, lifting and other options are performed one at a time, tailored to each patient.
Reviewing results and planning the next step
Through scheduled follow-up after treatment, we review the outcome and decide on the next phase of care.
Recovery Process
Immediately after
Mild swelling or redness may appear depending on the procedure; some treatments allow makeup the same day.
3–7 days
Initial recovery progresses and return to daily life becomes possible.
2–4 weeks
Botox and filler results stabilise, and a natural contour settles in.
3–6 months
Lifting effects accumulate and gradual changes become visible.
Results and recovery vary from person to person.
Devices at DA Clinic Myeongdong
Lifting
Ultherapy PRIME
Ultherapy PRIME combines real-time ultrasound imaging with microfocused ultrasound. It creates small thermal coagulation points at selected depths beneath the skin to stimulate collagen remodelling.
Lifting
Thermage FLX
Thermage FLX is a non-invasive device that uses monopolar radiofrequency (RF) to generate heat in the skin. Heating the collagen promotes contraction and remodelling, helping address wrinkles and loss of firmness.
Lifting
Shurink Universe
Shurink Universe uses high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) to create thermal coagulation points at selected depths. Micro-Pulsed Technology allows different energy delivery patterns, with separate cartridges for the face and body.
Aftercare precautions
Recovery time varies by procedure, with individual differences.
Avoid saunas, steam rooms and strenuous exercise for a certain period after the procedure.
For Botox, avoid lying down for 4 hours after the procedure.
For fillers, do not press firmly or massage the treated area.
If unusual symptoms occur, please visit the clinic immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful for these concerns
Results and recovery vary from person to person.