Facial Depression and Tethering,
Released, Refined and Redesigned
Dimples, side-cheek hollowing, post-trauma expression tethering — though they look different, the root cause may be "adhesion". Before simply filling the area, releasing the tethered structure is what allows a natural contour to return. NB releases the adhesion, smooths the surface, then redesigns with only as much as is needed.
Is There Something That
Bothers You Every Time You Look in the Mirror?
When you smile, a certain area sinks in noticeably. The area below the cheekbone appears hollow and deeply shadowed. When you make an expression, one side feels pulled and looks asymmetric. You may have tried fillers or volume treatments, but something still seemed to look unnatural.
These changes often do not stem simply from a lack of fat, but rather from "adhesion" — where structures beneath the skin are tethered together and pull with every movement. It starts with identifying the cause accurately.
“Without releasing the tethered structure, it will sink back in.”
They Look Different, But the Cause Is Similar
Facial adhesion concerns tend to appear in five main forms. See which one applies to you.
- AdhesionA state where the skin and facial muscles are tethered, causing a pulling sensation with every movement
- Depression · HollowingA state where a specific area appears sunken, such as dimples or sub-zygomatic hollowing
- Irregularity · Surface UnevennessA state where the surface is uneven or feels firm after a previous procedure
- Unnatural Expression TetheringDynamic tethering and shadowing that appears only when smiling or speaking
- AsymmetryA state where left and right cheek contours differ, making the expression appear unbalanced to one side
Which One Applies to You?
The right approach differs by type. Find the page that matches your concern for more detailed information.
Dimple Removal
Adhesion Band Correction
- · Clustered / asymmetric dimples
- · Excessive sinking when smiling
- · Shadow remaining even at rest
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Side-Cheek Hollowing Correction
Sub-Zygomatic Hollowing
- · Hollowing below the cheekbone with deep shadow
- · Feeling of repeated sinking even after filling
- · Unnatural curve from ligament tethering
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Traumatic Adhesion-Related Depression Correction
Dynamic Depression Reset
- · Cheek depression from trauma or accident
- · Sinking that appears only when making expressions
- · No natural recovery over time
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Facial Revision Redesign
Adhesion and Irregularity Correction
- · Unnatural appearance after previous procedure or surgery
- · Uneven surface and imbalance
- · Combined adhesion with volume excess or deficit
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Diagnosis Is Different Here —
Release, Refine, Then Redesign
NB first examines the location, direction, and extent of the adhesion using ultrasound and expression evaluation. After establishing where and how the tethering occurs, we begin by releasing the core structure causing the symptoms to relieve the pulling.
We then smooth out any surface irregularities, and supplement only where needed and only as much as necessary. The goal is not to overfill, but to redesign toward the original, natural contour.
The clinic director — a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 25 years of clinical experience — performs all diagnoses directly. Accurate diagnosis is what makes the difference in outcomes.
Find Out Whether the Change in Your Face
Is a Structural Issue
Dimples, side-cheek hollowing, post-trauma depression — the right approach depends on which type applies to you. Getting an accurate diagnosis first is the fastest path forward.
Daily Life Where Your Expressions
Flow Naturally
Unnecessary tethering when smiling may decrease, the shadow below the cheekbone can soften, and the face appears more at ease. Rather than a "filled" feeling, you may expect a naturalness that feels like returning to your original contour.
- · Tethering and shadowing when making expressions can become more natural
- · Balance in left and right cheek contours may be restored
- · Less concern even under makeup and lighting
※ Results may vary depending on individual constitution and recovery process.
After surgery, through swelling and scar care
Included Value
Based on standard market price
- 01VersaClear light therapy2 sessions
- 02Ucell standing-wave therapy2 sessions
- 03
Fraxel scar laser· Performed by the doctor2 sessions
* Soft-meso injection is available if lumping occurs
Included in the surgery cost.
If additional care is needed, NB surgery patients receive a 50% discount
Legal Notice
※ If care cannot be provided due to reasons such as equipment malfunction, the affected care item may not be offered; as a service item, it is non-refundable.
※ Depending on your constitution and healing process, side effects such as swelling, bruising, inflammation, and scarring may occur after surgery.
Release the Tethered Structure,
Return to Your Original Contour
Dimples, side-cheek hollowing, post-trauma depression — all diagnosed directly by our clinic director with over 25 years of clinical experience. Accurate diagnosis is what makes the difference in outcomes.