Pre-Jowl Filler in Apgujeong, Gangnam
Pre-jowl filler at Live Young Clinic in Apgujeong, Gangnam fills the small hollow just in front of the jowls, beside the chin, which interrupts the jawline as the face ages. It suits people noticing a notch or dip along the lower jaw. Dr. Song assesses how much of the change comes from volume loss versus sagging, then restores a smooth, continuous line.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Song Ki-seon
, Chief Director · English-speaking doctor · Updated September 2026
What is the pre-jowl sulcus?
The pre-jowl area is a small region along the lower jaw, just in front of where jowls form and to the side of the chin. As we age, the bone here gradually recedes and soft tissue thins, creating a notch known as the pre-jowl sulcus. At the same time, tissue above it may descend into the jowl.
The combination of a dip in front and a bulge behind breaks what used to be a straight jawline. Even if the jowl itself is small, the notch in front can make it look larger than it is, which is why this tiny area matters so much.
Who is pre-jowl filler suited for?
It tends to suit people from their late thirties onward who notice their jawline no longer looks continuous, particularly in photos taken slightly from above or the side. It is helpful when the dip is the main issue and sagging is mild. When jowls are more pronounced, Dr. Song may combine it with lifting treatments such as Ultherapy Prime, LinearZ or Thermage FLX.
- Visible notch beside the chin
- Jawline that looks broken or wavy
- Early jowls made more obvious by the dip
- Often planned together with lifting
How Dr. Song treats the pre-jowl
Needs Mapping here involves viewing your jawline from several angles, including with your head tilted slightly down, which reveals jowls and notches more clearly. Dr. Song feels the bone contour and gently lifts the skin to judge how much of the change is volume versus laxity.
The Curated Plan uses small, targeted amounts to bridge the dip so the chin and jaw form one smooth line. Tailored Treatment blends the filler into the chin and jaw contour, avoiding a lump or unnatural widening. Because this area ages progressively, the plan also considers how to keep the jawline looking natural over the years ahead.
Safety and aftercare
Mild swelling, tenderness and bruising can follow treatment and usually settle as healing progresses. Rare vascular complications are possible with any filler, so treatment should be done by an experienced doctor using genuine approved products. Report increasing pain or colour change promptly.
For a few days, avoid firm pressure on the lower face, face-down sleeping, saunas, vigorous exercise and alcohol. If lifting is combined, Dr. Song will explain the order of treatments and any extra aftercare needed, so each step supports the next.
Small detail, whole-face result in Apgujeong, Gangnam
The pre-jowl is a small area that can make a noticeable difference to how youthful the lower face looks. At Live Young Clinic in Apgujeong, Gangnam, Dr. Song includes it in a whole-face assessment, explaining her reasoning in English. She performs every injection herself, and the clinic is easy to reach from Apgujeong Station, with WhatsApp available for international patients.
Frequently asked questions
Is pre-jowl filler the same as jowl treatment?
Not exactly. Pre-jowl filler fills the dip in front of the jowl, which can make jowls look less obvious. It does not lift sagging tissue. For more noticeable jowls, lifting treatments may be combined. Dr. Song will advise which suits you.
Can pre-jowl filler be combined with chin or jawline filler?
Yes, it is often part of a broader lower-face plan, since the chin, pre-jowl and jaw form one continuous contour. Treating one without the others can sometimes leave a step. Dr. Song decides the combination after Needs Mapping.
Will it make my jaw look heavier?
When placed conservatively to fill only the dip, it should make the jawline look smoother, not heavier. Dr. Song avoids adding unnecessary volume to the lower face, which can otherwise drag the look downward.
How soon will I see results?
The change in contour is usually visible soon after treatment, though swelling may affect how it looks initially. The settled result generally appears once swelling subsides, and the time this takes varies from person to person.
How long does pre-jowl filler last?
Duration varies with the filler type, the amount used and your individual ageing process. Dr. Song will explain realistic expectations at consultation and whether maintenance may be helpful in the future.
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Results vary from person to person. This page is general information and does not replace an in-person medical consultation with a doctor.
