Have you heard of right-angled shoulders? It refers to a body shape where the line extending from the neck to the shoulders is flat. Because the ends of the shoulders are level, it creates a great fit when wearing clothes. Recently, as stars known for their right-angled shoulders and their fashion have garnered attention, interest in body lines has also been rising. Consequently, various home workout methods for creating right-angled shoulders have also been receiving attention.
However, it is not easy to achieve your desired figure through exercise, dieting, and eating habits alone. This is because it requires time and corresponding effort. There is a procedure that can resolve these concerns: shoulder fillers. While fillers are typically injected into the face, are you aware of body filler procedures that allow you to refine lines by injecting them into desired areas such as the shoulders and collarbone? Let’s learn more about shoulder and collarbone fillers, which are the most sought-after body fillers.
Why do people get body fillers?
Body skeletal features, such as the chest, hips, pelvic width, and shoulder blade shape, are innate. If there is a discrepancy between your desired body line and your actual body shape, it is inevitable to feel dissatisfied. In such cases, body fillers serve as a realistic alternative. While fat grafting is another option, it is not suitable for everyone.
For individuals with very little body fat—that is, those with a lean physique—the amount of fat available for harvesting may be insufficient, making the procedure difficult or limiting its effectiveness. Additionally, depending on individual constitution, the fat may not engraft properly. An inconsistent engraftment rate means that satisfactory results may not be achieved.
On the other hand, body fillers have the significant advantage of providing volume directly proportional to the injected amount. It is also relatively easy to finely adjust the desired amount or perform additional procedures. Furthermore, the physical pain is less burdensome compared to fat grafting. The ability to achieve desired goals quickly, immediately, and conveniently is likely the reason people seek out body fillers.
Are body fillers safe?
As mentioned earlier, true to its name, a filler is a procedure that adds volume by injecting a substance beneath the skin. It is a non-surgical treatment that helps improve sagging skin or deep wrinkles. It involves injecting substances similar to the body’s own components into the skin, such as collagen and hyaluronic acid, whose safety has already been certified.
Body fillers typically use hyaluronic acid, which has high elasticity. This ingredient is naturally absorbed as it gradually breaks down in the body, allowing for large-volume use and providing immediate volume restoration. Its safety is guaranteed by the fact that it is a substance naturally present in the body—such as in the skin, joint fluid, and eyes—and can be dissolved using hyaluronidase.
Could side effects occur even with such a safe filler material? Of course, they cannot be ruled out. This is because filler side effects can arise from various factors, such as an individual’s internal reaction or issues with the treatment environment. However, fillers are substances whose safety has already been officially recognized.
Side effects are also highly likely to occur because the practitioner did not fully understand the properties of the filler. Since fillers are fluid and remain in the body for a certain period, the risk of side effects increases if the procedure is performed without sufficient consideration of these factors. Therefore, finding the right practitioner can be considered one of the key elements for a safe body filler procedure.
Reasons for getting shoulder and clavicle filler treatments
Just as everyone has different physical concerns, fillers are utilized in various areas, including breast contouring, the pelvis, buttocks (deep hips), calves, and upper arms. Among body fillers, treatments for the shoulder and clavicle lines are particularly popular as they affect how clothes fit. This is because these are also the areas where the most visually pronounced and significant effects can be felt.
The shoulder line is responsible for maintaining overall body balance. Modern people often have their shoulders rolled inward, which can make them look hunched even when wearing clothes. However, posture correction alone is unlikely to easily change a shoulder line that has become rigid like a long-standing habit.
The shoulders are a body part that requires more harmony than you might think. A harmonious balance between the shoulders and the pelvis is necessary to make the waist appear relatively slimmer. Furthermore, a soft shoulder line emphasizes a delicate and elegant atmosphere, which can change the image a person projects.
Shoulder fillers involve injecting filler to adjust the volume of the shoulder, which is the connection point between the clavicle and the arm. To maximize the effect, trapezius Botox is often administered in conjunction. This is because it makes the neckline appear longer, which can create the effect of making the face look smaller.
Clavicle fillers work in a similar context. When the clavicle is clearly exposed, the boundary between the neck and shoulders becomes distinct; the sharper this distinction, the more of an optical illusion is created that makes the neck appear longer and slimmer. This effect can be maximized by wearing clothing that reveals the clavicle, such as V-necks or off-shoulder tops. Smooth and three-dimensional skin around the clavicle conveys a healthy and sophisticated look.
Do men get shoulder filler treatments?
Thanks to these expected benefits, the procedure was previously performed primarily on women; however, with the recent rise of the keyword “male shoulder fillers,” interest among men is also increasing. This is likely because they want to achieve immediate changes to their body shape without surgery, distinct from the bulked-up, square shoulders that can be created through exercise.
Square shoulders created through filler treatment can give a strong and confident impression when wearing suits or t-shirts. Above all, a visually solid upper body makes the face appear relatively smaller, highlighting the overall proportions.
Shoulder Filler & Clavicle Filler Procedure
Shoulder filler procedures are designed according to each individual’s shoulder shape. Accordingly, the amount of filler injected varies. Of course, the design is not determined solely by the shoulder shape; factors such as the angle of the clavicle, the degree of trapezius muscle development, and the neck-shoulder line are also taken into account during the design process.
It is important to create natural curves and volume by injecting hyaluronic acid, a filler substance, into the subcutaneous fat layer of the shoulders using a cannula or needle. To achieve a perfect line, the shape must be carefully adjusted to prevent asymmetry between the two shoulders. Since the amount to be injected varies from person to person based on bone structure, muscle mass, and body type, a one-on-one consultation with the practitioner is essential.
For clavicle fillers, a medical professional must first assess the patient’s condition, including the shape of the clavicle, the degree of indentation, and skin condition. Determining the desired line shape—such as a V-line or a straight line—and designing the treatment area can be considered the first step. Please remember that precise design is essential for a natural-looking line.
Shoulder filler procedure time, pain level, downtime, and duration?
The procedure is performed quickly without requiring a significant amount of time. It is usually completed within 10 to 30 minutes. The pain is mild, typically just a dull ache, and the downtime is short, allowing you to resume activities immediately after the procedure. This is an invaluable advantage for busy modern individuals.
Bruising usually subsides within 1 to 2 days. While pain and swelling generally disappear within about a week, you should visit the hospital as soon as possible if the pain worsens or if symptoms appearing immediately after the procedure do not improve. Additionally, since fillers are movable, there may be slight displacement of the filler due to pressure during continuous shoulder and arm muscle exercises; therefore, please refrain from excessive exercise after the procedure.
Of course, there are individual variations depending on metabolic rate, but the duration of the effect is usually about 6 months to 1 year. Due to the nature of the substance, it breaks down gradually in the body and is naturally absorbed, so periodic treatments are necessary.
How to choose a hospital before the procedure
A cosmetic procedure is a journey to find the perfect balance of beauty that suits you without being excessive. The same applies to body fillers. Accurate judgment regarding how much, where, and how the filler is injected will make a difference. To achieve uncompromising beauty, one of the most important factors we must consider is choosing the right clinic.
You must be especially careful when selecting a clinic for body fillers, as the amount injected is greater than for the face. This is because the key is to meticulously calculate and apply the appropriate dosage to the desired area. There is also a risk of asymmetry. If you do not want to face disappointing results, such as over-correction or effects falling short of expectations, it is essential to thoroughly research a practitioner with extensive experience.
The large amount of filler injected means that special attention must be paid to the treatment environment. Since the risk of infection is higher compared to facial filler procedures, you must receive treatment at a facility that maintains a clean, germ-free environment. Furthermore, as blocking blood vessels in the treatment area is directly linked to side effects, it is of the utmost importance to find a practitioner with extensive anatomical knowledge.
Body filler procedures are performed on areas where muscles and joints frequently move. Please keep in mind that procedures performed without a precise understanding of these bodily mechanisms can result in unnatural lines and unevenness! We invite you to experience the delicate procedural know-how at VOS Dermatology, where Dr. Hong-seok Kim, one of only 2% of board-certified specialists in the country, provides treatment.