Hello.
I am Dr. Jung-Hwang Information, Director of Cleor Clinic Gangnam Branch.
Have you ever experienced a dull-looking jawline
because the fat under your chin remains even after losing weight?
"I lost weight overall, but the fat under my chin won't go away.
It's frustrating because even massage and exercise don't make a difference."
Unlike other areas, the submental area is prone to thick subcutaneous fat accumulation,
making it structurally difficult to reduce volume through weight loss or exercise alone.
Unless the number of fat cells themselves is reduced,
the fat under the chin will remain even if you lose weight.
Just as soap dissolves oil that water cannot,
the approach of directly breaking down fat cell membranes to clear out the fat cells themselves
is what Gangnam V-OLET is about.
Today, I will summarize what the Gangnam V-OLET procedure is.
What is Gangnam V-OLET?
👉 Gangnam V-OLET is a deoxycholic acid (DCA) injection released by Daewoong Pharmaceutical and approved by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety in August 2021.
It is a medical device procedure exclusively for double chins that permanently removes fat cells by directly destroying the submental fat cell membranes.
Deoxycholic acid is a bile acid component naturally produced in the human body.
It is a natural surfactant that plays a role in breaking down and absorbing fat in the body,
and it utilizes this property to work by directly dissolving fat cell membranes.
Since fat cells do not regenerate once destroyed,
the effect is reported to be permanent,
and it is an MFDS-approved medical device injection indicated for the double chin area.
Technical Features of Gangnam V-OLET
👉 Gangnam V-OLET is a procedure that combines the surfactant action of deoxycholic acid, the structure of permanent fat cell removal, and clinical data accumulation.
It is an MFDS-approved formulation.
Surfactant Action of Deoxycholic Acid
When deoxycholic acid comes into contact with fat cell membranes, a chemical reaction occurs that dissolves the membranes.
Using the properties of natural bile acid, similar to the principle of soap breaking down oil stains,
it works by exposing the contents inside the fat cells to the outside.
Permanent Fat Cell Removal
Destroyed fat cells do not regenerate.
The decomposed fat components are processed by macrophages and naturally excreted through the lymphatic and vascular systems,
so the change itself is reported to be permanent.
MFDS-Approved Formulation
V-OLET is a medical device injection for double chin indication that received MFDS approval in August 2021.
As a DCA formulation that has been used in the domestic market since a relatively early stage,
the accumulation of clinical data is often a criterion for choosing a lineup.
Direct Action on Volume
Unlike contour injections that gently handle fat breakdown and lymphatic circulation,
V-OLET works by directly acting on the volume of fat cells themselves,
so it is known as a procedure with a relatively high intensity of change per session.
Gangnam V-OLET Effects and Advantages
👉 The core advantages of Gangnam V-OLET are summarized into three points: permanent fat cell removal, high intensity of change per session, and MFDS-approved safety.
First, it permanently removes the fat cells themselves.
It is not a method that only temporarily reduces volume,
but a structural mechanism where the number of cells itself decreases,
so it is reported as a procedure with a relatively low possibility of recurrence.
Next, the intensity of change per session is high.
Unlike methods that require 5-10 sessions like contour injections,
it often settles in after 1-3 sessions, so the schedule burden is low.
Finally, it is an MFDS-approved medical device formulation with accumulated safety data.
As a DCA formulation that has been used in Korea since a relatively early stage,
the fact that it is a line with accumulated clinical data becomes a selection criterion.
Gangnam V-OLET Lineup
👉 The Gangnam branch operates a lineup that bundles 2cc of V-OLET with absorption care in 1-session and 3-session options.
Absorption care is operated as an auxiliary care to help with the absorption of decomposed fat and recovery from swelling after the procedure.
It is a configuration that takes the recovery process more gently compared to the V-OLET standalone procedure,
and we will review the options that fit your submental fat thickness and schedule during the preliminary consultation.
Gangnam V-OLET is recommended for those who:
Have submental fat that remains even after diet and exercise
Are concerned about a dull-looking side profile line
Are concerned about thickness that cannot be addressed by massage or lymphatic care
Want a direction that permanently reduces the number of fat cells
Prefer a procedure with a high intensity of change per session
Gangnam V-OLET Side Effects and Things to Know in Advance
👉 Gangnam V-OLET is a procedure with a higher recovery burden compared to other contouring procedures because it directly destroys fat cells.
Swelling, bruising, firmness, and stinging may occur in the treated area after the procedure.
Swelling is generally reported for about 3-7 days, and firmness for about 2-4 weeks,
and it is known that most of it subsides naturally over time.
Since the recovery aspect is relatively prominent,
if an important schedule (wedding, interview, travel, etc.) is imminent, adjusting the timing is recommended.
Because of the structural mechanism where fat cells are permanently removed,
the contour change in the treated area tends to settle in stages,
but since it may not be finished at once, a flow of 1-3 cumulative sessions is common.
Please inform us in advance as the procedure may be restricted in the following cases:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
If there is active inflammation, infection, or herpes in the treated area
If you have a history of allergy to deoxycholic acid or related components
If you are regularly taking medications that increase bleeding tendency
If you have a history of facial nerve damage, thyroid disease, or dysphagia
⚠️ Precautions Before and After Gangnam V-OLET Procedure
👉 For Gangnam V-OLET, management by time point both before and after the procedure affects the recovery aspect and the feeling of change.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. How is Gangnam V-OLET different from other contour injections?
While contour injections focus on stimulating fat-dissolving enzymes and lymphatic circulation,
Gangnam V-OLET has a structural mechanism where deoxycholic acid destroys the fat cell membrane itself to permanently remove fat cells.
The biggest difference is that the intensity of change per session is relatively high and it is close to a permanent change.
Q. When do the effects of Gangnam V-OLET appear?
The feeling of change begins about 3-4 weeks after the procedure,
and it is reported that the change settles in after 4-6 weeks.
Because it takes time for fat cells to be broken down and excreted through the lymphatic system,
it is a procedure that settles in gradually rather than showing immediate changes.
Q. How many sessions of Gangnam V-OLET should I receive?
Although it depends on the thickness of the submental fat, generally,
the change tends to stabilize when proceeding with 1-3 cumulative sessions at 4-6 week intervals.
Recommended sessions will be summarized together during the preliminary consultation.
Q. How long do swelling and bruising from Gangnam V-OLET last?
Swelling is reported to subside within 3-7 days, and bruising within 1-2 weeks.
The feeling of firmness in the treated area may remain for about 2-4 weeks,
and most of it naturally resolves over time.
Q. How much pain is there with Gangnam V-OLET?
Applying anesthetic cream before the procedure is standard,
and stinging irritation and warm heat may accompany the injection.
Most report it as a tolerable level, but there are differences depending on pain sensitivity.
Q. Can the fat that has been removed once after the Gangnam V-OLET procedure come back?
Because of the structural mechanism where fat cells themselves are destroyed and excreted through the lymphatic system,
the same fat cells do not regenerate in the same spot.
However, if there is an overall change such as a significant increase in body weight,
the remaining surrounding fat cells may enlarge, so lifestyle management is recommended.
Q. What role does Gangnam V-OLET absorption care play?
It is a care that assists the process of decomposed fat components exiting through the lymphatic system after the V-OLET procedure,
and helps with recovery from swelling and firmness in the treated area.
It is operated together as a configuration that takes the recovery burden more gently.
Unlike other areas, the submental area is prone to thick subcutaneous fat accumulation,
making it structurally difficult to reduce volume through weight loss or exercise alone.
Gangnam V-OLET is a deoxycholic acid (DCA) injection released by Daewoong Pharmaceutical,
and it is a procedure exclusively for double chins that permanently removes fat cells by directly destroying fat cell membranes.
It is a medical device formulation approved by the MFDS in August 2021,
and is operated with two session options: 2cc + absorption care for 1 session and 3 sessions.
The session configuration that fits your submental fat thickness and schedule
will be confirmed directly during the consultation.
If you are concerned about submental fat that does not go away even with exercise and massage,
please feel free to visit Cleor Clinic Gangnam Branch.
Even before deciding on the procedure, we will provide detailed guidance on your submental condition and
the appropriate care direction through a preliminary consultation.
※ This content is for general information purposes only, and results may vary by individual.
Please decide on accurate diagnosis and procedure through consultation with a specialist.
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