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This is an independent English summary written by SINSA L, not a translation, of an article in Metro Seoul (메트로신문). The article was written by Metro Seoul (메트로신문) reporter Choi Gyu-chun and published on May 16, 2016. It quotes Dr. Lee Young-geun of SINSA L Plastic Surgery directly. Original article (Korean): 필러 시술로 안전하게 예뻐지려면?. The original remains the authoritative text; copyright belongs to the publisher.
Key points from the article
- The article begins with the normalisation of minor cosmetic procedures in Korea and the rising interest in fillers.
- Fillers are described as simple to administer, adjustable and removable; the article gives typical duration as roughly six months to a year and a half, and two to three years for semi-permanent products.
- Hyaluronic acid fillers are noted as easy to dissolve, and as not requiring fat harvesting from the patient's own body, unlike fat grafting.
- Dr. Lee is quoted that fillers suit people who feel a particular area lacks tissue, such as prominent cheekbones, nasolabial folds or an uneven forehead, where filling specific spots can be appropriate.
- On safety he is quoted that the procedure is safe when done safely, and that the injection method, the type of syringe or needle, and the site all matter; wrong technique in vessel-rich areas can cause tissue necrosis or blindness.
- His advice: do not follow trends, find a clinic that can properly assess your own face, consult a specialist first, and be cautious if a clinic pushes excessive filler treatment.
Dr. Lee Young-geun's role
Dr. Lee Young-geun is the board-certified plastic surgeon and sole surgeon at SINSA L Plastic Surgery in Sinsa, Gangnam, Seoul. His role in this article was that of a medical commentator; see his credentials and background.
Please note
This coverage dates from May 16, 2016. Figures such as operating time and recovery, and the surgical techniques described, reflect how the subject was presented at the time and may differ from the clinic's current protocols. General press descriptions are not medical advice or a treatment plan; suitability is decided at consultation.