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DR. YUKITARO IKEDA

  • Certified Occupational Physician by the Japan Medical Association

Dr. Yukitaro graduated from Kumamoto University School of Medicine in 2019. After training in general and emergency medicine, he transitioned to the aesthetic field in 2022, where he served as a director at a leading cosmetic clinic. He joined BIANCA CLINIC in 2024.He specializes in providing comprehensive treatments that combine aesthetic surgery with internal and dermatological medicine. He is known for performing advanced international procedures like the FOX EYE LIFT and Barbie Botox, and his expertise also includes double eyelid surgery and men's aesthetic treatments.Fluent in both Japanese and English, Dr. Yukitaro is also a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for several aesthetic brands, and is dedicated to offering inclusive, high-quality care to patients of all backgrounds.

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Fillers for Smile Lines in Tokyo

If you type in “fillers for smile lines near me in Tokyo” you are bound to get hundreds of results. This is because dealing with pesky smile lines around the mouth are among the most common concerns for most people considering cosmetic care. Even for people new to aesthetic surgery or cosmetic care, Tokyo has now become a world recognized hub for fillers smile line treatment. Mainly in part to the huge quantity of aesthetic surgery teams who over many years have perfected their technique, but also because the mouth area moves constantly and visibly ages the fastest as a result.

Yet simply cramming fillers for smile lines into the creases around the mouth is not good enough. It is actually an extremely challenging and delicate procedure because if you pack fillers into lines that form only when you laugh, it will look totally unnatural. Almost like a bump when your face is at rest, with many of your friends or colleagues asking you, “if you are ok,” as opposed to how, “refreshed you look.” Thus, the skill of the practitioner is paramount, and why choosing a highly rated aesthetic surgery clinic is the only way to get the beautiful restoration you seek.

 

Why Smile Lines Deepen Over Time

In general, as we age our collagen and elastin slowly deplete, so our skin loses its springiness. Especially around the mouth, the orbicularis oris and neighboring muscles move thousands of times a day. As we talk, we eat, we laugh and smile, these movements cause deep fat pads to deflate and shift with bone and dental support subtly receding. This combination leads to less collagen being produced as a result of constant motion, making the perioral area a hotspot for smile lines. This is also the reason your everyday life eventually creates dynamic streaks when you smile and static shadows when at rest. The only way to solve this issue to date is for experienced aesthetic surgery specialists to evaluate the pattern of your natural movement and carefully plan fillers for smile lines treatment.

 

Fillers for Smile Lines Without Bulking: A Natural-Looking Strategy in Tokyo

As we have already mentioned above, the difficulty in treating the region with fillers for smile lines is the potential loss of a natural looking appearance. That is precisely why the goal is not to “erase” every single crease, but to replace the empty space caused by collagen loss in between the right layers. When we restore support intelligently, firmness returns around the mouth, smile lines bunch less when you laugh, and the face remains perfectly natural even when at neutral rest.

 

A Step-By-Step Model Plan used in Leading Aesthetic Surgery Clinics for Fillers Smile Lines Treatment in Tokyo

  • Assessment is crucial to determine result, so careful analysis is taken of the mouth area at rest and in motion, followed by document consistent before & after photos so that any changes are easy to understand.
  • Rebuilding deep support mechanisms involve using tiny deposits of fillers for smile lines on the bone near the pyriform aperture (base of the nose), pre-jowl sulcus, and chin/labiomental angle to offload the fold and marionette lines.
  • Then refinement comes superficially, with microthreads or microdroplets of a very soft hyaluronic acid for fine perioral lines, utilized to avoid heavy product directly in your facial creases.
  • Choosing material wisely is another important step as higher elasticity for deep support is juxtaposed with softer gels in mobile perioral tissue to avoid stiffness that shows at rest.
  • Technique and safety come into play when selecting the right cannula. Most Tokyo clinics favor a blunt cannula wherever suitable, injecting slowly with attention to facial artery branches near the alar base and commissures.
  • Lastly staged progress is planned, with modest volumes over 2 sessions, 2–4 weeks apart, to prevent overfilling and ensure facial balance.

 

Done correctly, fillers for smile lines restores perioral firmness so that smile lines soften when you laugh, yet the area looks smooth and natural when your face is neutral. Integration improves over several weeks and touch-ups are always available to ensure a more conservative and subsequently effective method of treatment.

 

Case

Treatment: Hyaluronic Acid Injection (Juvederm VOLIFT 1ml)
Left: before, Right: after
1 session
Cost: Juvederm VOLIFT 1ml ¥84,700, Injection fee ¥24,200, microcannula ¥2,420.
Risks: Swelling, Asymmetry, Internal bleeding, Pain etc.

 

Consultation, Safety, and Before & After Planning at BIANCA CLINIC in Tokyo

Our aesthetic surgery team in Tokyo welcomes people from all around the world with little to no experience receiving treatment. Even patients who are completely new to treatment will receive the same careful, and clear explanations with all options clarified in practical and simple language. We also work with patients of all backgrounds to design conservative plans that prioritize subtlety and naturality. 

We provide private consultations with English-speaking doctors on site, so you can discuss goals without an interpreter. We review your medical history, capture standardized before & after angles and may use ultrasound mapping to enhance injection safety. For us, comfort is also extremely important, so we adhere to simple, tried and tested measures such as topical anesthetic and gentle technique. As with any form of aesthetic surgery, you should expect brief swelling or small bruises for a few days, but in terms of real downtime, patients usually return to work the very same day. This is why our aesthetic surgery approach suits busy Tokyo schedules and travelers looking for fast, effective treatment.

 

Who Makes a Good Candidate? 

More often than not your fillers for smile line treatment’s success depends on the location of your lines. It is most beneficial for patients whose lines appear mostly when they smile, if you notice early volume loss near the nose or mouth, or if you simply prefer minimally invasive aesthetic surgery to restructuring and tightening procedures. That said, those with advanced laxity may need a combination of care treatments, but fillers for smile lines are still the first step in thoughtful aesthetic surgery clinic programs.

 

Subtle Fillers for Smile Lines in Tokyo

When you look in the mirror and smile, what do you notice the most? If your smile lines stand out to you and you feel like you are losing your innate brightness, you should be aware that this is a normal part of the aging process. Unfortunately, collagen declines with age and as the mouth is constantly moving, it’s no wonder that lines become more visible as time goes on. But filling the crease itself carries with it the risk of having an unnatural and obvious bulge, so that is why rebuilding is the key. Used in careful aesthetic surgery to restore lost support with well-chosen fillers and precise placement, fillers for smile lines bring back perioral firmness, reduce creasing when you smile, and keeps your features natural even at rest. If you are considering aesthetic surgery in Tokyo, our English-speaking doctors can guide you through a personalized plan and share realistic before & after expectations that prioritize discreet, elegant outcomes.

 

Biography

YUKITARO IKEDA

Dr. Yukitaro Ikeda, M.D.

After beginning studies at Kyoto University, Dr. Yukitaro decided to pursue his studies in medicine and later graduated from Kumamoto University in 2019. He trained at Teine Keijinkai Hospital, gaining extensive experience in general and emergency medicine. In 2022, Dr. Yukitaro transitioned into aesthetic medicine, serving as the director at a leading cosmetic surgery clinic, where he combined precision medicine with an artistic eye for beauty.
Since joining BIANCA CLINIC in 2024, Dr. Yukitaro has been dedicated to providing comprehensive treatments that transcend the boundaries between aesthetic surgery, internal medicine, and dermatology.
He aspires to be an all-rounder who delivers inclusive, high-quality care, regardless of nationality, gender, or gender identity, helping every patient express their most confident and authentic self.
Specializing in importing and performing advanced international aesthetic procedures such as FOX EYE LIFT and Barbie Botox, Dr. Yukitaro stays at the forefront of global beauty trends.
As a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for Neauvia, Coretox, and Target Cool, he actively contribute to the development and education of next-generation aesthetic techniques.
Areas of expertise include: Double eyelid surgery, Under-eye rejuvenation, Fox Eye Lift, Homme Care (men’s aesthetic treatments) and more.
He speaks fluently Japanese and English.

 

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Clinic Locations

📍  Ginza Clinic

12F Ginza ONE, 1-8-19 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan

☎  050-3196-4834

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🚶‍♀️ A 4-minute walk from  Ginza Station  on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line.

🚶‍♀️ A 1-minute walk from  Exit 7 of Ginza-itchome Station  on the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line.

🚶‍♀️ A 3-minute walk from  Exit 3 of Kyobashi Station  on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line.

🚶‍♀️ An 8-minute walk from the  Kyobashi Exit of JR Yurakucho Station .


📍  Omotesando Clinic

Minami-Aoyama 511 Building 2F, 5-11-10 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan

☎  050-1807-1593

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🚶‍♀️ A 5-minute walk from  Exit B1 of Omotesando Station  on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Hanzomon Line, and Chiyoda Line.


Consultation Hours:  10:00–19:00  Closed:  Irregular holidays


About BIANCA Clinic

At BIANCA, we redefine beauty care by offering a holistic approach that transcends traditional cosmetic surgery and dermatology. 20 specialized doctors in different fields including plastic surgery, dermatology, internal medicine, regenerative medicine, gynecology will carefully listen to your needs and help you to enhance your beauty and wellness from the inside out. We are committed to creating personalized treatment plans with precision and care, and ensuring you experience the true spirit of Japanese omotenashi and hospitality.