Ear Filler
Ear filler uses hyaluronic acid to reshape the rim (helix) or earlobe so the ears look fuller or more balanced from the front. It is a popular Korean treatment that can make the face appear smaller and softer. It takes about 10–20 minutes with numbing cream and there is little downtime.
What is Ear Filler?
Ear shape influences how the face is perceived from the front. Ear filler is also used to plump thin, sagging earlobes that come with age.
Ear Filler at a glance
- Procedure time: 10–20 minutes
- Anesthesia: Numbing cream
- Downtime: Mild swelling 1–2 days
- Discomfort: Mild
- Sessions: One session; touch-up at follow-up if needed
- Location: Violacell Plastic Surgery, 3F, 138 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Sinsa Station Exit 1)
How it works
After numbing and 3D skin analysis, your doctor injects hyaluronic acid filler with a needle or blunt cannula at the planned depth, then checks symmetry from several angles. Consultation and injection are both performed by the doctor in a private room.
Who it is for
- Thin or flat ear rims
- Thin, wrinkled or aging earlobes
- Improving facial balance from the front
Results and how long they last
Results are visible immediately and settle over about two weeks. Duration depends on product and area, commonly 6–18 months.
Risks, recovery and aftercare
Swelling, bruising, lumps and asymmetry. Rare but serious risks include vascular occlusion, which is why anatomy knowledge and a doctor-performed injection matter. HA filler can be dissolved with hyaluronidase if needed.
Frequently asked questions
Can the filler be dissolved?
Yes, hyaluronic acid filler can be dissolved with hyaluronidase.
Is ear filler painful?
Numbing cream and a fine needle keep discomfort mild.
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Kim Young-jun, plastic surgeon · Last reviewed 2026-09-30. This page is general medical information, not a diagnosis; suitability is decided at an in-person consultation.
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