By 서울청담닥터아나파의원••Updated: 7/21/2026

Namyangju Guri 50s Sagging Cheeks and Nasolabial Folds - Can Facial Fat Grafting Improve Them?

Author: seoul chungdam dr ahnapa clinic (Medical Staff in Charge)
This content has been created in compliance with the Medical Law and related regulations.

At some point, whenever I look in the mirror in the morning, there is a change that stands out distinctly. As the cheek fat gradually disappears, the cheekbones appear more pronounced, and the deep shadows of the nasolabial folds next to the mouth corners often give the impression of looking tired.

Upon entering one's 50s, the subcutaneous fat layer becomes thinner and collagen decreases, with biological aging becoming full-fledged. Combined with hormonal changes before and after menopause, the speed at which facial volume is lost accelerates significantly.

At this point, many people think of facial fat grafting, saying "I want to fill it naturally with my own fat without foreign body sensation."

However, when actually considering a consultation, one often lacks the courage. "What if my face becomes lumpy after the procedure?" "What if it sags quickly and I just waste money?"

These concerns are completely natural. And in fact, fat grafting is a procedure where 'who performs it and how' creates the most distinct differences in results.

Why We Don't Blindly Fill Fat into Nasolabial Folds

Veteran medical professionals with extensive facial fat grafting experience never inject fat only into the 'exact location' of deepened nasolabial folds.

The nasolabial fold area is a 'dynamic zone' that constantly moves when speaking or chewing food. Carelessly placing large amounts of fat in areas with significant movement can result in unstable engraftment or, if not careful, appear awkwardly bunched when smiling.

Therefore, a surgeon with deep clinical expertise first identifies the structure of the midface (cheeks and upper cheeks).

By first naturally establishing midface volume with rich blood flow and a solid foundation, the tissue that was sagging downward becomes indirectly supported and lifts up, naturally softening nasolabial folds. This is the secret of the 'natural youthful contour' that only experts with extensive clinical experience can achieve.

The Fine Difference Made by 'Fat Grafting Mastery'

Fat grafting is not a one-dimensional procedure of simply removing fat and placing it where there is emptiness. Where and how the fat is harvested and at what density it is preserved determine the engraftment rate and completion quality.

seoul chungdam dr ahnapa clinic has performed over 15,000 stem cell fat grafting procedures over 20 years and presented a new five-stage design fat grafting method at the World Society of Aesthetic Medicine (U.I.M.E) held in Beijing in 2010, engaging in research on anti-aging medicine. The experienced director specializing in fat grafting performs one-on-one customized procedures directly.

  1. Precise Refinement and High Engraftment Technique Healthy autologous fat is meticulously harvested from the abdomen or thighs, and then refined while minimizing damage to pure fat cells.

  2. Multi-layered 3D Injection Method (Micro-layering) When fat is placed in one spot as a clump, engraftment declines and lumpiness occurs. Using the director's own micro-injection expertise, fat is injected thinly and densely layered between skin muscle layers and fat layers, creating smooth and three-dimensional lines as if it were originally your own tissue.

  3. Combined Application with Stem Cell & SR Program When needed, the clinic combines stem cell treatment or SR skin programs to rapidly promote lymphatic circulation, resolving swelling issues and promoting skin regeneration and angiogenesis. This not only elevates the fat engraftment rate but also brings synergistic effects with improved elasticity and texture of the skin surface.

We Recommend This for People with Such Concerns

  • Those whose cheekbones appear more pronounced and whose impression looks tired every time they look in the mirror due to sunken cheeks

  • Those who have undergone filler procedures but found the maintenance period short and the artificial feeling unsatisfactory

  • Those who want to use their own autologous tissue to achieve natural and long-lasting volume

  • Those who want to safely receive procedures from an experienced master without worries about lumpiness or side effects after fat grafting

  • Those from nearby areas such as Namyangju, Guri, Hanam, Byeolnae, and Onam who want high-level care in Dasan New City without having to go to Cheongdam-dong

Remember Before Fat Grafting Procedures

  • Engraftment and Stabilization Period: It takes approximately one month for transplanted fat cells to completely settle. To resolve swelling issues, SR procedures and Dr. Easy Heal edema treatment are performed in combination through research.

  • Post-procedure Care Precautions: For approximately 4 weeks after the procedure, you should avoid strongly compressing or massaging the grafted area. Additionally, smoking constricts blood vessels and is a primary cause of reduced engraftment rate, so it is best to avoid it for at least one month.

  • Customized Combined Treatment: In cases of severe skin sagging, much more satisfactory results can be achieved when combining fat grafting with thread lifting and other contour-defining procedures rather than fat grafting alone.

Reassurance from Abundant Experience - Check It Yourself

Facial changes that come with age are a natural process. However, the skills and experience of the medical staff dealing with that change must never be ordinary.

Start with in-person consultation with an experienced director who delicately reads your facial proportions, skin thickness, and muscle movement. Without excessive ambition, we will help you find the volume from when you were most yourself and most beautiful.

At seoul chungdam dr ahnapa clinic, please comfortably check your condition.

⚠️ This content has been created in compliance with Article 56 of the Medical Law and related regulations. Results of procedures may vary depending on individual skin condition and engraftment conditions, and non-covered medical expenses will be explained in detail during an in-clinic consultation.

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