Why do laugh lines deflate so quickly even after being filled? How to restore even the skin texture with ON VOLASSOM

The concept of nasolabial volume is to refill the sunken area in the direction from the side of the nose (ala of the nose) to the corner of the mouth. Rather than simply smoothing out wrinkles, it is more accurate to view it as an approach to fade shadows by supplementing volume that has lost support and collapsed. When viewed from the front, this boundary line draws the shape of the Chinese character '八 (eight)', which is why it is called 'palja wrinkles' (nasolabial folds) in Korean.

However, many of you have experienced that no matter how much you fill the nasolabial folds, they sink again after a short while. The reason is simple. Nasolabial folds are not just simple wrinkles on the skin, but a 'support issue' created by a combination of collagen reduction, tissue sagging, and repetitive use of facial expression muscles. Therefore, when Gangnam Onlif Clinic looks at nasolabial volume, we look at 'how long that spot is held after being filled' as much as 'what it is filled with'. The signature choice made by Onlif as the answer is ON Volassom.

🤔 Why do nasolabial folds form, and why are they not easily refilled?

If you know the true nature of nasolabial folds, you will get a sense of why some procedures lose volume quickly while others last a long time.

The nasolabial fold (Nasolabial Fold) is a multi-causal structure created by a combination of several causes. Typically, the following elements are intertwined.

• Collagen reduction: As the supporting tissue in the dermis decreases, the sunken area cannot rise again on its own.

• Midface volume loss: When the front cheekbone and front cheek area sink, the support next to the nose collapses, deepening the nasolabial folds.

• Downward movement of the malar fat pad (Malar Fat Pad): As cheek fat moves downward due to aging, it casts a shadow over the nasolabial folds.

• Repetitive use of facial expression muscles: As the movements of laughing and talking are repeated, the crease line becomes fixed.

The key point here is that the more expressions are repeated, the deeper the folds become, and as collagen decreases, they do not refill themselves. Therefore, 'filling' alone does not solve the root cause, and the change lasts longer only when the supporting power itself of the sunken area is restored.

📌 Key Summary: Nasolabial folds are not simple wrinkles, but a support issue combined with collagen loss, tissue sagging, and expression muscles, so they last longer only when filled and restored in texture simultaneously.

💧 Nasolabial volume, the approach is largely divided into two paths

The direction of dealing with nasolabial volume is largely divided into two.

1. Direct method: A method of filling the sunken groove by injecting volume directly into the nasolabial line itself.

2. Indirect method: A method of building up the collapsed supporting structure by reinforcing the front cheekbone and midface area.

In reality, it is common to combine these two. If you blindly fill only the nasolabial groove, the area around the mouth may look thick or unnatural, so consultation to distinguish whether the cause is 'sagging' or 'sunkenness' comes first.

In particular, if the cause is closer to sagging, an approach that only fills the nasolabial line makes fundamental improvement difficult and can cause side effects where the mouth area looks thick. Therefore, 'where, with what material, and how much' to inject determines the outcome.

📌 Key Summary: For nasolabial volume, the standard is to combine direct filling of the nasolabial line with midface support reinforcement, and distinguishing between sagging and sunkenness is the starting point.

✨ Onlif's answer, what is Onvolassom?

The signature choice Onlif Clinic selected for nasolabial volume is ON VOLASSOM. In a word, it is a calcium collagen booster dedicated to nasolabial folds.

While general HA fillers focus on physically filling space, Onvolassom approaches differently. Human-friendly calcium mineral (CaHA) particles immediately supplement volume to the sunken area, and thereafter, they slowly decompose in the body to induce collagen regeneration.

The mechanism works as follows:

• Immediate Volume: Calcium particles with a special structure adhere closely to and fix in the tissue, strongly supporting the sunken area.

• Gradual Regeneration: It slowly decomposes and releases calcium ions to activate fibroblasts.

• Texture Recovery: As autologous collagen is generated, skin texture is filled from the inside, and dermal thickness and elasticity improve.

'Fills immediately, regenerates for a long time' — this single sentence is the core of Onvolassom. With its patented Lattice-pore structure, the central core is stably positioned to maintain volume for a long period, and the outer layer is slowly absorbed layer by layer to induce collagen generation.

To point out the technical background, the roots of Volassom lie in bone substitute research that began in 1995. It has a history that includes the first clinical approval of an artificial bone substitute in Korea, multiple related patents, and KFDA approval through clinical trials at Seoul National University and Asan Medical Center Plastic Surgery. You can understand it as a reorganization of the long-proven calcium mineral technology to fit nasolabial volume.

📌 Key Summary: Onvolassom is Onlif's nasolabial signature treatment, in which calcium mineral particles immediately fill volume and even induce collagen regeneration.

📊 How is ON Volassom different?

If the method of filling is different, the quality of the result is also different. The differences between the approach of only filling volume and the approach of restoring texture while filling are summarized in the table below.

As shown in the table, the strength of Onvolassom lies in capturing both 'immediate' and 'long-term' effects simultaneously. The nasolabial area, where facial expression movements are frequent when laughing, originally tends to absorb quickly, but as the calcium particles hold the center and autologous collagen fills on top of it, the results are stably maintained.

Another point that Onlif considers important is 'unexaggerated naturalness'. Onlif's philosophy is not to change the shape of the face, but to clear away the sunken areas and shadows that obscure its natural beauty. Therefore, Onvolassom also aims in the direction of restoring texture through small, precise injections.

📌 Key Summary: Onvolassom captures immediate volume and long-term collagen regeneration together, minimizing foreign body reactions and clumping to leave a natural texture.

🩺 Onvolassom is suitable for these individuals:

If you fall under the following, it is worth considering a consultation.

• Nasolabial folds are clearly visible even when not laughing

• Looking older than actual age due to nasolabial folds

• Existing fillers feel burdensome or there is concern about clumping/migration

• Wanting to improve both nasolabial volume and skin elasticity at the same time

• Wanting natural and long-lasting changes

Conversely, if the cause of the nasolabial folds has a large proportion of 'sagging', there may be limits to volume supplementation alone. In this case, which direction is right can be accurately determined after checking directly whether it is sunkenness or sagging, and what the depth is.

📌 Key Summary: Onvolassom is a good fit for those whose nasolabial folds are visible even when not laughing and who want to address elasticity together.

🕒 How is the procedure conducted?

Onvolassom is performed in a short process of about 10 to 15 minutes in total.

1. Consultation and Design: Check the depth and type of nasolabial folds and establish an injection plan.

2. Applying Anesthetic Cream: Apply anesthetic cream to the procedure area and wait sufficiently.

3. Procedure and Correction: Delicately inject ON Volassom to correct the sunken area.

4. Finishing and Confirmation: Compare the before and after states and guide on management methods.

Although it is usually possible to return to daily life immediately after the procedure, mild bruising or swelling may occur. These reactions generally subside within a few days to two weeks. For about a week after the procedure, it is recommended to avoid saunas, drinking alcohol, strenuous exercise, and strong pressure or unnecessary irritation to the procedure area.

For reference, based on the idea that a single doctor cannot do everything perfectly, Onlif operates a doctor specialty system where doctors in charge handle the procedures they perform best by field. This part is particularly meaningful in nasolabial volume, where delicate injection determines the results.

📌 Key Summary: Onvolassom takes about 10 to 15 minutes, generally allows immediate return to daily life, and avoiding irritation for one week is recommended.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When does the effect appear and how long does it last?

Improvement in volume can be checked immediately after the procedure, and thereafter, autologous collagen is continuously generated, maintaining the effect for an average of 6 months to 1 year or more. There may be differences depending on facial expression movements and individual skin conditions.

Is daily life possible immediately after the procedure?

Most people can return to daily life immediately after the procedure. However, since mild bruising or swelling may occur, it is best to avoid unnecessary irritation and strong pressure on the procedure area for about a week.

How do you distinguish whether the cause of nasolabial folds is sunkenness or sagging?

If the nasolabial folds are clear even with an expressionless face, the proportion of volume sunkenness is large, and if they stand out when laughing or if the cheek skin feels like it has collapsed downward, the influence of sagging is significant. An accurate distinction is most precise when checked directly in various expressions such as front, smile, and profile.

At what age is it appropriate to start getting nasolabial volume treatments?

There is no set age. Congenital nasolabial sunkenness in one's 20s and aging-related sunkenness after one's 40s have different proportions of causes, so it is reasonable to judge based on the degree and type of sunkenness rather than age.

When the effect ends, does it become worse than originally?

Volume supplementation procedures are not permanent, so they gradually return to their original state over time. However, since Onvolassom induces collagen regeneration, changes in terms of skin texture and dermal thickness can also be expected during the period it is maintained.

Nasolabial volume, good things to check before choosing a clinic

Even for the same procedure, the results and recovery process vary depending on where, by whom, and how it is done. Asking these items directly during your consultation will help you make a judgment.

• Is it a place that frequently performs that procedure? — Every clinic has different procedures they focus on. Check if it is a place that regularly performs nasolabial volume treatments.

• Can you check the products and equipment used? — Ask if you can check the product name and whether it is genuine (whether it is an imported approved product, and if there is an unboxing verification process) during the consultation.

• Do they explain the cost breakdown? — Rather than just hearing the total amount, you need to hear an explanation of what product is used, how much, and in what area to make a judgment.

• Do they design by looking at the entire face? — Even for the same procedure, the injection site and amount vary depending on face shape, skin condition, and left-right asymmetry.

• Do they explain adverse reactions and the recovery process first? — Rather than a consultation that only talks about expected changes, a place that also informs you of possible adverse reactions and how to cope with them is better for making a judgment.

• Is there a way to follow up after the procedure? — Check if the time to check progress, how to contact if there is an issue, and criteria for revisits are established.

Onlif Clinic does nasolabial volume like this

• We divide responsibilities — With the thought that a single doctor does not handle all procedures, Onlif divides and provides medical treatment by dedicated doctors for each field.

• We check products and equipment together during the consultation — We guide you through the products used and the unboxing verification process during the consultation.

• Costs are guided along with the configuration after diagnosis — Since the area, volume, and scope differ from person to person, we explain together what costs how much.

• We design by looking at the overall balance of the face — We look at the face through three axes: texture, balance, and signals of youth, and establish a plan in a direction to clean up parts that obscure the natural impression rather than changing the shape.

• We tell you about adverse reactions and the recovery process first — Along with expected changes, we guide you through individual differences, possible adverse reactions, and coping methods before the procedure.

• We look at the progress together after the procedure — If verification is needed during the recovery period, we guide you on revisit and contact channels.

If you are considering nasolabial volume, it is best to first check what is possible and what is difficult in your current state. Accurate diagnosis and procedure planning can only be determined through an in-person consultation. Please check through a consultation at Gangnam Onlif Clinic.