The savior for sunken areas! One Cell Clinic Korea: Director Yang Dong-jun specializes in “SVF cell repair,” which precisely fills in the Nasolabial Fold Correction. This anti-aging treatment is absolutely worth trying!

The Nasolabial Fold Correction is truly a nemesis for women. Starting at the age of 25, I noticed that the lines on both sides of my nose became increasingly deep whenever I smiled. I tried getting Filler injections, and the results were good in the first few weeks, but after three to four months, the effect faded completely. After several injections, the skin in that area started to feel strange—not that it looked bad, but there was just this… sense of artificial fullness. Do you understand what I mean?

It wasn’t until I saw the SVF cell repair cases from One Cell Clinic Korea on Instagram that I realized there are other options besides using Filler for Nasolabial Fold Correction. Last month, I finally took a trip to Seoul to experience it firsthand, and today I would like to share with you the entire process and my experiences.

What kind of clinic is One Cell Clinic Korea?

📍 Basic Information

One Cell Clinic Korea is located near the border between Yongsan District and Gangnam District in Seoul. It is a Dermatology clinic specializing in cell-based anti-aging treatments. Different from other clinics that primarily offer hyaluronic acid injections or Pico treatments, this clinic’s core technology revolves around the concept of “using one’s own cells to repair oneself” – in other words, autologous cell therapy.

• Address: Hanam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul (the specific address will be provided after reservation)
• Transportation: It takes about 5 minutes to walk from the “Hannam Station” on the Jingyi Central Line of the subway.
• Opening hours: 10:00~19:00 (Closed on Sundays and Mondays; it is recommended to confirm in advance).
• Representing the Dean: Dean Yang Dongjun
• Signature treatments: SVF cell repair, PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma), fat grafting, Nasolabial Fold Correction/Tear trough correction

👨‍⚕️ Who is President Yang Dongjun?

Director Yang Dong-jun began his career in plastic surgery before specializing in regenerative medicine and fat transplantation. In the South Korea cosmetic surgery community, he has earned the nickname “The Pit Killer” – due to his extensive experience in treating issues such as Nasolabial Fold Correction, Tear trough correction, and sunken temples, with always very natural results.

His most prominent characteristic is his refusal to transform people’s faces into plastic-like structures. While many clinics simply “fill in the areas that are sunken,” Dr. Yang first analyzes the underlying cause of those hollows—whether it is fat atrophy, bone resorption, or a loss of collagen. Depending on the reason, the treatment approach will vary significantly.

🔬 What exactly is this advanced technology behind SVF cell repair?

💉 SVF = Adipose-derived vascular matrix cells

SVF stands for Stromal Vascular Fraction, which can be translated as “fat-derived vascular matrix component”. In simpler terms, it refers to a highly useful group of cells extracted from your own fat, containing stem cells, vascular endothelial cells, growth factors, and many other beneficial components.

After these cells are injected into the areas that need filling, they will perform three functions:

1. The proliferation of Collagen leads to thickened and more elastic skin.
2. Promoting blood circulation → Improving the color of the skin and enhancing overall complexion
3. Prolonged retention: Since these are living cells, they will not be metabolized like Filler.

🆚 SVF, Filler, or autologous fat – which one to choose?

Comparison items	SVF cells	Filler	Traditional autologous fat transplantation
Durability	1 to 2 years or more	4 to 8 months	Permanent (partial absorption)
naturalness	★★★★★	★★★☆☆	★★★★☆
pain sensation	Moderate (liposuction is required)	low	Mid-to-high range
Recovery period	3 to 5 days	Almost none	1 to 2 weeks
Price	Higher	medium	Mid-to-high range

If you, like me, don’t want to repeatedly undergo Filler injections and are also concerned that traditional fat grafting might cause excessive swelling, then SVF is the ideal intermediate option.

💆 My complete experience at One Cell Clinic

📋 In-person consultation: Director Yang immediately identified the root of my problem.

Upon arriving at One Cell Clinic Korea, I first filled out a form before meeting with Director Yang Dong-jun. He examined my face for less than a minute before saying…

“Your Nasolabial Fold Correction is not simply due to skin aging; it is caused by the atrophy of the fat pad beneath the cheekbones. If you only fill in the visible lines on the surface, it’s like painting over a cracked wall – it may hide the problem temporarily, but the root cause remains unresolved.”

He recommended that I undergo SVF cell repair treatment, which involves extracting a small amount of fat from the abdomen (really just a tiny amount, about two tablespoons), processing it through centrifugation to obtain SVF, and then injecting it into the areas of the Nasolabial Fold Correction and Tear trough correction.

🔧 Liposuction + extraction (approximately 40 minutes)

This was actually the part I was most nervous about. But in reality:

• Local anesthesia was administered at the area where fat was being removed, so there was almost no pain at all.
• Ultra-fine needles are used, and the puncture holes are even smaller than those made by mosquito bites.
• After the abdominal cramps subside, just wrap an elastic bandage around the area; there is no need for hospitalization.

Dr. Yang’s team would process the fat on the spot using a centrifuge, and in about 15 to 20 minutes, the golden SVF liquid could be obtained. Looking at that small tube of “golden liquid,” I thought to myself, this is definitely why I spent all this money…

💉 Injection of SVF (about 20 minutes)

Returning to the treatment bed, Director Yang Dongjun personally performed the procedure. He used a very fine cannula needle—not the usual pointed needle—to insert it from the inner side of the corner of the mouth and then inject SVF while moving the needle back and forth along the direction of the Nasolabial Fold Correction.

Pain level: Slightly more painful than getting Filler injected, as the amount of liquid used is larger. However, it is still within an acceptable range, so there is no need for additional anesthesia.

What impresses me the most is Director Yang’s technique of injection – he doesn’t just inject the substance all at once, but applies it in layers, just like building a brick wall. He said, “SVF needs to be distributed at different depths in order to survive to the greatest extent possible; if it is concentrated in one area, it will die off.” Such professionalism really gives people peace of mind.

📅 Complete record of post-treatment recovery

😴 Days 1–3: The swelling phase

On the day of the procedure, the area of the Nasolabial Fold Correction was a bit swollen and felt hard to the touch. There were also some bruises in the abdomen where fat was removed, but they were not severe. Director Yang prescribed some anti-inflammatory medication for me to take for three days.

🌸 Days 7–14: Initial results begin to appear

One week later, the swelling had almost completely subsided, and the depth of the Nasolabial Fold Correction had decreased by approximately 40%. Most importantly, there was no sense of artificial filling at all! Unlike the bulging effect associated with previous Filler injections, this time it looked completely natural.

✨ Days 30 to 60: The optimal period for achieving the best results

One month later, I felt that this was the best result yet. The Nasolabial Fold Correction had reduced by about 70%, and the Tear trough correction had also filled in those areas. My entire face looked at least three years younger. Friends asked me if I had lost weight – but in fact, it was because my face now looked fuller, making my features more prominent.

💰 Price reference for One Cell Clinic Korea

Project	Price (Korean won)	Approximately NT dollars
SVF cell repair for Nasolabial Fold Correction and Tear trough correction	1.2 million to 1.8 million	Approximately 32,400 to 48,600
SVF Cell Repair (Full-Face Essence)	2 million to 3 million	Approximately 54,000 to 81,000
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) autologous serum	300,000 to 500,000	Approximately 8,100 to 13,500
Fat grafting (local area)	800,000 to 1.5 million	Ranging from approximately 21,600 to 40,500

⚠️ For reference only; the final decision should be based on an in-person consultation. 1 Korean won ≈ 0.027 Taiwanese dollars.

⭐ Summary of Reviews for One Cell Clinic Korea

✅ Reasons for recommendation

• President Yang Dongjun’s philosophy of “not creating plastic faces” has truly been put into practice, resulting in natural-looking outcomes.
• The SVF technique is based on scientific evidence and is not a conceptual treatment method.
• The entire process, from the initial consultation to the post-operative follow-up, is thoroughly managed; they won’t simply ignore you after the procedure is completed.
• The clinic is clean and equipped with modern facilities

⚠️ Important Notes

• The prices are relatively high, so it is more suitable for those with a certain budget.
• Liposuction is required, so the recovery period is longer than that of a simple injection.
• It is recommended to stay in South Korea for at least 3 to 4 days (preferably a week) to observe your recovery progress.

🔄 Comparison with similar clinics

• Heal Clinic (Gangnam/Dongdaemun): Also offers regenerative treatments, but focuses more on laser therapies; SVF is not their main treatment option.
• Reyou Dermatology (Gangnam): The prices are more affordable, but the technical approach is different, with a greater emphasis on the use of medical equipment.

In summary: If your concern is facial sagging and you don’t want to repeatedly undergo Filler injections, SVF offered by One Cell Clinic Korea is definitely worth the investment. I would give Director Yang Dong-jun’s skills and philosophy a full 90 points!

📲 How to make an appointment

💬 Method 1: Consult via WeChat

Scan the QR code to add me on WeChat: s-sourire. I will answer all your questions one by one.

📱 Method 2: BeautsGO

Download the BeautsGO App and search for the name of the clinic to make an online appointment.