Malar Augmentation in Seoul, Korea
Malar augmentation in Gangnam, Seoul at Marble Plastic Surgery: restore flat or hollow cheeks with fat grafting or implants for natural midface volume.
Typical ranges for malar augmentation; your surgeon confirms the details at consultation.
What is malar augmentation?
Malar augmentation is surgery that adds volume and projection to flat or hollow cheeks using fat grafting or cheek implants. At Marble Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, Seoul, it is performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon, most often with PRP fat grafting for a soft, natural contour.
Flat cheeks can make the midface look tired or the nose and lower face look heavier. Adding volume over the cheekbone restores the gentle forward curve of a youthful face. Fat grafting gives a soft result with no implant; implants give a defined, permanent projection.
Who is malar augmentation for?
Suitability is decided at a 1:1 consultation with your surgeon.
- Flat or under-projected cheekbones
- Hollowing of the midface with age or weight loss
- Asymmetry between the cheeks
- People who want more lasting volume than filler
How malar augmentation is performed at Marble
- Consultation and planning Your surgeon assesses midface projection and volume and discusses whether fat grafting or an implant better matches the change you want.
- Anesthesia and monitoring A board-certified anesthesiologist selects the anesthesia with your surgeon, administers it, and monitors you continuously throughout the procedure.
- Adding cheek volume Purified fat is injected in fine layers over the cheekbone, or a shaped implant is placed through an incision inside the mouth and secured.
- Recovery and discharge You rest in a private recovery room under monitoring. Before you leave, the team explains wound care, medication and your follow-up schedule.
Recovery and aftercare
Swelling usually settles within one to two weeks. A soft diet is advised for a few days when incisions are inside the mouth.
- Regenerative laser care
- Ultrasound and radiofrequency care
- Before-and-after X-ray and CT imaging
- Recovery kit to take home
Surgeon-of-record policy
The board-certified specialist you consult with performs your surgery — no substitute surgeons.
Anesthesiologist on site
A board-certified anesthesiologist manages screening, anesthesia and recovery.
Real-time monitoring
A central system monitors every patient continuously during surgery and recovery.
Operating-room CCTV
Cameras in the operating room provide transparency and faster emergency response.
Frequently asked questions
Fat grafting or cheek implants?
Fat grafting gives a soft, natural change using your own tissue, with some absorption. Implants provide fixed, permanent projection. Your surgeon advises based on your anatomy.
How long does cheek fat grafting last?
Fat that survives the first few months is long lasting. A touch-up may be considered if more volume is wanted.
Can filler do the same thing?
Filler gives a temporary, smaller change and is useful for trying the look before a longer-lasting procedure.
Who will perform my procedure at Marble Plastic Surgery?
The surgeon you consult with performs your surgery. Marble follows a surgeon-of-record policy with no substitute surgeons, and a board-certified anesthesiologist is on site full-time to manage anesthesia and monitoring.
Can I arrange a consultation in English before traveling to Seoul?
Yes. International patients can start with an online consultation by sending photos and goals through WhatsApp or the contact form. The plan is then confirmed in person at the clinic in Gangnam.
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Plan your malar augmentation consultation
Send your photos and goals and a member of our team will reply with next steps. You can also use the consultation form at the bottom of this page.
- Clinic
- Marble Plastic Surgery (마블성형외과)
- Address
- 3F Juryuseong Bldg., 435 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00
Sat 10:00–16:00
Closed Sundays & public holidays - Languages
- English, Japanese, Chinese and Thai coordinators
All surgery carries risks, including bleeding, infection and inflammation. Results, recovery time and satisfaction vary between individuals. Times shown are typical ranges and are confirmed for you at consultation. This page is for general information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation.