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Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery

BOTULINUM TOXIN

Botox

Botox is a non-surgical injectable that uses botulinum toxin to relax over-developed muscle or soften expression lines. At Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery Clinic in Gangnam, a board-certified plastic surgeon assesses the anatomy of your facial muscles and then designs the right dose for each area.

Treatment Time
10–20 min
Anesthesia
Topical cream
Back to Daily Life
Same day
Duration
About 3–6 months

What exactly is botox?

Botulinum toxin temporarily blocks the nerve signal that makes a muscle contract. Where a developed muscle makes the face look angular — as with a square jaw — it is used to reduce muscle volume; where expression habits create lines, as on the glabella or forehead, it is used to soften them.

The effect usually begins 2–7 days after treatment, settles at 2–4 weeks, holds for about 3–6 months and then gradually returns to your original state. With repeat treatments the muscle-use habit eases, so the duration tends to lengthen.

At Hyundai Aesthetics, injectables — not just surgery — are performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon. Working from a plastic surgeon's view of whole-face balance, we prioritise a dose and injection points that keep your expression natural rather than simply flattening lines.

Botox by Treatment Area

Even with the same botox, the purpose, dose and design differ by area. Take a look at what makes each area distinct.

  • Jawline Botox

    The signature contouring botox: it reduces the masseter muscle behind an angular jaw to create a slimmer V-line.

    If the muscle you can feel tightening when you clench your teeth is the cause of your square jaw, the line can be improved with botox alone, without bone-contouring surgery. The effect appears gradually over 4–6 weeks and lasts 3–6 months. A skeletal square jaw may call for contouring surgery instead, so the diagnosis first distinguishes muscular from skeletal cases.

  • Glabella Botox

    Softens the vertical frown lines between the brows, easing an unintentionally angry-looking expression.

    Glabellar lines are classic expression lines caused by repeated contraction of the corrugator muscles. Many patients also have the treatment to keep the lines from setting in. The injection points and dose are designed precisely so that eyebrow shape and eye-opening strength are unaffected.

  • Forehead Botox

    Softens horizontal forehead lines. The key is a dose designed to avoid brow drooping.

    The frontalis muscle lifts the eyebrows, so over-relaxing it can leave the brows feeling heavy. Hyundai Aesthetics checks how you open your eyes and whether ptosis is present, then favours a low-dose, well-distributed injection that softens the lines while keeping your expression natural.

  • Trapezius Botox

    Relaxes a tight trapezius for a smoother shoulder line, and may help ease shoulder stiffness.

    A line that rises from the neck to the shoulder may be caused by a developed trapezius. Trapezius botox is chosen mainly by people who want a straighter shoulder line and by those with chronic shoulder tightness; the dose is distributed to reflect any left–right difference in muscle volume.

  • Skin Botox

    Micro-injections into the dermis that refine pores, fine lines and skin texture.

    Injected in small amounts across the dermis rather than into muscle, it refines surface fine lines and pores while leaving your expressions intact. It is often combined with skin boosters such as hydra-injections or Rejuran.

  • Nostril, Chin & Mouth-Corner Botox

    Refines detail areas — flaring nostrils when smiling, cobblestone chin, and downturned mouth corners.

    Nostril botox eases the sideways flare of the nostrils when you smile, and chin botox smooths the cobblestone dimpling that appears when the chin tenses. Mouth-corner botox relaxes the muscle that pulls the corners downward, helping you avoid a drooping look at rest.

Botox Pricing

The cost of botox depends on ① how many areas are treated, ② the dose (units) per area and ③ the toxin product used (domestic or imported). Even for the same area the dose required varies with muscle volume, so Hyundai Aesthetics quotes on an area-and-dose basis after diagnosis.

Skin botox is sometimes offered as a package with skin boosters such as Rejuran or Juvelook, depending on the season. You can check the current packages and per-area pricing on the events page or at a 1:1 consultation.

All non-covered treatment fees exclude VAT and may vary with your diagnosis.

The Procedure

  1. 01

    Diagnosis & Design

    We check how developed the muscle is, your expression habits and any left–right difference, then design the injection points and dose.

  2. 02

    Topical Anesthesia

    Topical anesthetic cream for about 10–20 minutes minimises injection discomfort.

  3. 03

    Treatment

    The measured dose is divided and injected, taking roughly 5–10 minutes per area.

  4. 04

    Aftercare Guidance

    We explain the aftercare for each area and the recommended interval for repeat treatment.

Before & After Care

What Makes Botox at Hyundai Aesthetics Different

  • Performed by a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

    A board-certified plastic surgeon performs everything from diagnosis to injection.

  • Anatomy-Based Dosing

    Injection points and units are designed per area based on muscle direction and expression habits.

  • Genuine Product, Measured Dose

    We use MFDS-approved products at the stated dose and tell you which product is used before treatment.

  • Surgical Alternatives Assessed Too

    For skeletal rather than muscular concerns, we also explain fundamental options such as contouring surgery.

Wondering which botox design suits your face?

At a 1:1 consultation with Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery Clinic in Gangnam, we assess your muscle volume and quote by area and dose.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are treatment costs at Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery Clinic in Gangnam communicated?

Treatment costs at Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery Clinic in Gangnam vary depending on the area, extent, options, and anesthesia method. An accurate estimate is provided through a free one-on-one consultation. We prioritize a personalized quote tailored to each patient's diagnostic results, rather than comparison quotes or promotional prices.

How long does recovery take?

Generally, swelling and bruising subside within 1–2 weeks, and the natural final result settles in after 2–3 months. Non-incisional and minimal-incision methods have a shorter downtime, while incisional and revision surgery can take somewhat longer to recover. We provide the precise recovery schedule for each procedure during your consultation.

How can I get a consultation at Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery Clinic in Gangnam?

You can visit our main clinic on Dosan-daero in Gangnam for an in-person consultation, or have a remote consultation by phone, KakaoTalk, or online form. Through a free one-on-one consultation, we provide comprehensive guidance covering diagnosis, treatment options, an estimate, and the expected recovery schedule. In accordance with Article 56 of Korea's Medical Service Act, reviews and before-and-after materials are provided only on the basis of prior consent.

Can I see before-and-after photos in advance?

In accordance with the advertising provisions of Article 56 of Korea's Medical Service Act, before-and-after cases may be viewed for medical purposes only by patients who have given prior consent and attended an in-person consultation. Publicly available materials are limited to de-identified cases for which consent has been completed. Detailed cases are explained directly by our medical staff during your consultation.

How are post-surgery side effects and aftercare handled?

Every surgery carries some possibility of side effects. Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery Clinic in Gangnam monitors recovery-phase symptoms such as swelling, bruising, tightness, and a foreign-body sensation through a post-surgery regular check-up and care system (the Mihak Care System). We operate a 24-hour emergency contact line and an aftercare program.

What is the difference between Ultherapy, Thermage, and Onda lifting in Gangnam?

Ultherapy (HIFU) coagulates the SMAS layer, Thermage stimulates collagen in the dermal layer, and Onda lifting is a new microwave technology that allows a comfortable treatment without anesthesia. At our Gangnam Hyundai Aesthetic clinic, we recommend a single or combined approach after assessing sagging and elasticity.

Who is non-incisional lifting recommended for?

It is suitable for those who want to minimize downtime and who have early- to mid-stage skin laxity (from the 30s to the early 50s). At our Gangnam Hyundai Aesthetic clinic, we choose between non-incisional and incisional methods after a comprehensive evaluation of the degree of sagging, skin thickness, and age.

How long do the results last?

For Ultherapy, Thermage, and Onda alike, the results settle in about 1–3 months after treatment and last 6–12 months. At our Gangnam Hyundai Aesthetic clinic, we recommend a maintenance pattern on a yearly cycle.

How much does botox cost?

The cost depends on how many areas are treated, the dose (units) per area and the toxin product used (domestic or imported). At Hyundai Aesthetics in Gangnam we assess muscle volume and quote by area and dose; current promotions can be confirmed at your consultation.

When does jawline botox start to work?

Botox for expression lines works from 2–7 days, while treatments aimed at reducing muscle — such as jawline botox — change the contour gradually over 4–6 weeks. The effect generally lasts 3–6 months and tends to last longer with repeat treatments.

How often should I have botox?

To prevent resistance we recommend leaving at least 3 months between treatments. At Hyundai Aesthetics in Gangnam we advise on the right interval for you based on how quickly the muscle in each area recovers.

Will botox make my expressions look unnatural?

Expressions can look unnatural when the dose is too high or the injection points are inaccurate. At Hyundai Aesthetics in Gangnam a board-certified plastic surgeon designs a low-dose, well-distributed injection based on the anatomy of the facial muscles, prioritising a natural expression.

Should I have jawline botox or contouring surgery?

A muscular square jaw — where the muscle can be felt when you clench your teeth — suits botox, while a skeletal one, where the jawbone itself is developed, may suit contouring surgery. At Hyundai Aesthetics in Gangnam we distinguish the muscular and skeletal types at diagnosis.

When is chin botox considered?

When the mentalis, the muscle at the tip of the chin, is overly tense, the chin surface can look dimpled or form a horizontal crease whenever it is tightened. Botox may then be considered to ease the movement of that muscle, and the approach differs depending on whether the cause is muscle tension or the bone and soft-tissue structure of the chin. At Hyundai Aesthetics in Gangnam we check chin movement and skin condition first, then advise whether it is suitable and over what area.

How is chin botox different from square-jaw (masseter) botox?

The two target different muscles. Square-jaw botox reduces the volume of the masseter at the side of the jaw to address lower-face width, while chin botox relaxes the mentalis at the tip of the chin to address the chin surface and its crease. Because the goals differ, the two are sometimes discussed together; at Hyundai Aesthetics in Gangnam we assess lower-face width and chin movement separately, then advise on the treatment area.

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