ULFIT KOREAN MEDICAL CLINIC
Research Activities
A Study on the Corrective Effect of Facial Asymmetry by Traditional Korean Medicine Treatment, Including Temporomandibular Joint Balancing Therapy (TBT)
2026.01.07
This study statistically analyzed the effect of Korean medicine treatment, including temporomandibular joint balance therapy (TBT), on the correction of facial asymmetry through 36 clinical cases. Through pre- and post-treatment facial photographs and head X-ray analysis, changes in soft tissue and hard tissue were quantitatively evaluated, and as a result, statistically significant improvement effects were confirmed in most facial asymmetry indicators. In addition, concomitant symptoms such as temporomandibular joint pain, headaches, neck/shoulder pain, and bruxism also showed a tendency to improve together. This study presents objective data showing that non-surgical Korean medicine treatment can be of practical help in improving facial asymmetry, and is a result demonstrating the research capabilities of a Korean medicine clinic practicing evidence-based medicine.
This study statistically analyzed the effect of Korean medicine treatment, including temporomandibular joint balance therapy (TBT), on the correction of facial asymmetry through 36 clinical cases. Through pre- and post-treatment facial photographs and head X-ray analysis, changes in soft tissue and hard tissue were quantitatively evaluated, and as a result, statistically significant improvement effects were confirmed in most facial asymmetry indicators. In addition, concomitant symptoms such as temporomandibular joint pain, headaches, neck/shoulder pain, and bruxism also showed a tendency to improve together. This study presents objective data showing that non-surgical Korean medicine treatment can be of practical help in improving facial asymmetry, and is a result demonstrating the research capabilities of a Korean medicine clinic practicing evidence-based medicine.
A Study on the Body Composition Improvement Effects of Dietary Therapy Combined with Wild Ginseng Complex Pharmacopuncture and Herbal Medicine
2026.01.07
This study is a retrospective clinical study that analyzed the effect of a diet combined with Mountain Ginseng Complex Pharmacoacupuncture and herbal medicine on body composition changes in obese patients. Treatment was administered for 8-12 weeks to 26 adult patients who visited with obesity as their chief complaint, and changes in weight, BMI, body fat mass, visceral fat area, skeletal muscle mass, and other factors before and after treatment were analyzed using objective examination equipment. As a result, while weight, body fat, and visceral fat significantly decreased, skeletal muscle mass and skeletal muscle ratio showed a tendency to be maintained or increased, confirming a qualitative improvement effect on body composition rather than mere weight loss. This study clinically suggests that Korean medicine obesity treatment can contribute not only to weight reduction but also to healthy weight loss with minimized muscle loss.
This study is a retrospective clinical study that analyzed the effect of a diet combined with Mountain Ginseng Complex Pharmacoacupuncture and herbal medicine on body composition changes in obese patients. Treatment was administered for 8-12 weeks to 26 adult patients who visited with obesity as their chief complaint, and changes in weight, BMI, body fat mass, visceral fat area, skeletal muscle mass, and other factors before and after treatment were analyzed using objective examination equipment. As a result, while weight, body fat, and visceral fat significantly decreased, skeletal muscle mass and skeletal muscle ratio showed a tendency to be maintained or increased, confirming a qualitative improvement effect on body composition rather than mere weight loss. This study clinically suggests that Korean medicine obesity treatment can contribute not only to weight reduction but also to healthy weight loss with minimized muscle loss.
Case Report of 3 Patients with Facial Asymmetry Improved by Korean Medical Treatments Including Cervical Chuna and Functional Cerebrospinal Therapy (FCST)
2026.01.07
This study is a case report that analyzed the effect of Korean medical treatment, focusing on cervical Chuna and Functional Craniosacral Therapy (FCST), on the improvement of facial asymmetry. Non-surgical Korean medical treatment was performed on 3 patients who visited with a chief complaint of facial asymmetry, and changes were analyzed through pre- and post-treatment general photographs, head and whole-body radiographic images, and symptom questionnaire evaluations. As a result, both soft tissue and hard tissue asymmetries, such as the facial midline, tilting of the jaw and lips, and mandibular position, all improved, and concomitant symptoms such as temporomandibular joint pain, neck and shoulder pain, headache, and postural imbalance also showed a tendency to improve together. This study clinically suggests that Korean medical treatment, which considers cervical spine, temporomandibular joint, and whole-body alignment together, can be effective in correcting facial asymmetry.
This study is a case report that analyzed the effect of Korean medical treatment, focusing on cervical Chuna and Functional Craniosacral Therapy (FCST), on the improvement of facial asymmetry. Non-surgical Korean medical treatment was performed on 3 patients who visited with a chief complaint of facial asymmetry, and changes were analyzed through pre- and post-treatment general photographs, head and whole-body radiographic images, and symptom questionnaire evaluations. As a result, both soft tissue and hard tissue asymmetries, such as the facial midline, tilting of the jaw and lips, and mandibular position, all improved, and concomitant symptoms such as temporomandibular joint pain, neck and shoulder pain, headache, and postural imbalance also showed a tendency to improve together. This study clinically suggests that Korean medical treatment, which considers cervical spine, temporomandibular joint, and whole-body alignment together, can be effective in correcting facial asymmetry.
Presentation of a paper reviewing the effects of oral breathing on craniofacial form and head posture.
2026.01.07
Mouth breathing is an important functional factor that goes beyond a simple lifestyle habit and can affect facial form, jaw growth, and head and neck posture. This study systematically analyzed 11 domestic and international prior studies to comprehensively review the effects of mouth breathing on craniofacial form and head posture. As a result, it was confirmed that mouth breathers, compared to nasal breathers, tend to have longer faces, have the maxilla and mandible positioned posteriorly, and exhibit characteristic facial changes such as jaw rotation and hyoid bone position changes. On the other hand, a direct causal relationship with head posture changes was only statistically significant in some studies, raising the need for further research.
Mouth breathing is an important functional factor that goes beyond a simple lifestyle habit and can affect facial form, jaw growth, and head and neck posture. This study systematically analyzed 11 domestic and international prior studies to comprehensively review the effects of mouth breathing on craniofacial form and head posture. As a result, it was confirmed that mouth breathers, compared to nasal breathers, tend to have longer faces, have the maxilla and mandible positioned posteriorly, and exhibit characteristic facial changes such as jaw rotation and hyoid bone position changes. On the other hand, a direct causal relationship with head posture changes was only statistically significant in some studies, raising the need for further research.
Crooked Face, Correcting Habits: Book Published
2026.01.07
Do you know that the smartphone your child is currently using can cause not only vision loss but also facial asymmetry? Recently, an increasing number of growing children are visiting clinics due to sudden jaw pain. Compared to adults whose growth has finished, smartphones are particularly detrimental to children in their developmental stages, who experience significant physical changes. This is because the repetitive posture adopted when looking at a smartphone and the characteristic walking pattern observed while walking and looking at a smartphone can lead to body imbalance and facial asymmetry. Is your face in photos even slightly crooked? If so, is your jaw okay? When you meet people who are concerned about temporomandibular joint disorder or facial asymmetry, they often complain of other physical symptoms in addition to aesthetic complexes. Temporomandibular joint disorder may not just be a jaw problem. It could be a cause of health issues. Even at this moment, as you chew, swallow, and speak, are you inadvertently ignoring the unusual signals your temporomandibular joint might be sending? Facial asymmetry correction is not just a treatment to become aesthetically pleasing; it is a process of finding health. 29 Facial Correction Exercises You Can Do at Home Without Surgery! Put down the smartphone in your hand for a moment and start now, either for your child or for yourself. Facial asymmetry correction begins with correcting your small habits.
Do you know that the smartphone your child is currently using can cause not only vision loss but also facial asymmetry? Recently, an increasing number of growing children are visiting clinics due to sudden jaw pain. Compared to adults whose growth has finished, smartphones are particularly detrimental to children in their developmental stages, who experience significant physical changes. This is because the repetitive posture adopted when looking at a smartphone and the characteristic walking pattern observed while walking and looking at a smartphone can lead to body imbalance and facial asymmetry. Is your face in photos even slightly crooked? If so, is your jaw okay? When you meet people who are concerned about temporomandibular joint disorder or facial asymmetry, they often complain of other physical symptoms in addition to aesthetic complexes. Temporomandibular joint disorder may not just be a jaw problem. It could be a cause of health issues. Even at this moment, as you chew, swallow, and speak, are you inadvertently ignoring the unusual signals your temporomandibular joint might be sending? Facial asymmetry correction is not just a treatment to become aesthetically pleasing; it is a process of finding health. 29 Facial Correction Exercises You Can Do at Home Without Surgery! Put down the smartphone in your hand for a moment and start now, either for your child or for yourself. Facial asymmetry correction begins with correcting your small habits.
Publication of a paper on the correction of facial asymmetry that improved with Korean medicine treatment.
2026.01.07
This study is a case report analyzing 5 cases of improved facial asymmetry through non-surgical Korean medicine treatments, rather than invasive treatments like surgery or orthodontics. Treatment was performed 10 to 14 times, applying a combination of acupuncture, Chuna manual therapy, functional craniosacral therapy (FCST), craniosacral therapy, and intraoral corrective devices. To compare before and after treatment, changes in soft tissues and hard tissues were quantitatively evaluated through facial photo analysis and head and whole-body radiographic image analysis. As a result, deviations of the facial midline, tilting of the eyes and oral commissure, and asymmetry of the mandible and cranium significantly decreased on average, and accompanying symptoms such as temporomandibular joint pain, headache, and shoulder/neck pain also improved. This study suggests that for muscular, soft tissue, and functional facial asymmetry, non-surgical Korean medicine treatment can be an effective treatment alternative along with improving systemic balance.
This study is a case report analyzing 5 cases of improved facial asymmetry through non-surgical Korean medicine treatments, rather than invasive treatments like surgery or orthodontics. Treatment was performed 10 to 14 times, applying a combination of acupuncture, Chuna manual therapy, functional craniosacral therapy (FCST), craniosacral therapy, and intraoral corrective devices. To compare before and after treatment, changes in soft tissues and hard tissues were quantitatively evaluated through facial photo analysis and head and whole-body radiographic image analysis. As a result, deviations of the facial midline, tilting of the eyes and oral commissure, and asymmetry of the mandible and cranium significantly decreased on average, and accompanying symptoms such as temporomandibular joint pain, headache, and shoulder/neck pain also improved. This study suggests that for muscular, soft tissue, and functional facial asymmetry, non-surgical Korean medicine treatment can be an effective treatment alternative along with improving systemic balance.
Paper Presentation on Facial Wrinkle Improvement Using Volume Thread Lifts
2026.01.07
This study is a case series of 3 cases evaluating the effect of thread embedding acupuncture, including Volume Thread Embedding Acupuncture, which is increasingly utilized in recent clinical practice, on facial wrinkle improvement. Three patients who visited with the chief complaint of facial wrinkle improvement underwent a single session combining general thread embedding acupuncture, barbed thread embedding acupuncture, and volume thread embedding acupuncture. Facial photographs taken before and after the procedure were standardized and corrected using Photoshop, and the length of the wrinkles was quantitatively measured. Evaluation items included infraorbital wrinkles, cheek laxity wrinkles, nasolabial folds, and marionette lines. As a result, wrinkle length decreased in all cases, with a notable reduction rate particularly in nasolabial folds and marionette lines. Patient satisfaction was mostly high, and no major side effects were observed other than temporary pain or foreign body sensation after the procedure. This study suggests the possibility that thread embedding acupuncture combined with volume thread embedding acupuncture may be effective in improving deep linear wrinkles, especially nasolabial folds, and indicates the need for standardized procedures and long-term, large-scale clinical studies in the future.
This study is a case series of 3 cases evaluating the effect of thread embedding acupuncture, including Volume Thread Embedding Acupuncture, which is increasingly utilized in recent clinical practice, on facial wrinkle improvement. Three patients who visited with the chief complaint of facial wrinkle improvement underwent a single session combining general thread embedding acupuncture, barbed thread embedding acupuncture, and volume thread embedding acupuncture. Facial photographs taken before and after the procedure were standardized and corrected using Photoshop, and the length of the wrinkles was quantitatively measured. Evaluation items included infraorbital wrinkles, cheek laxity wrinkles, nasolabial folds, and marionette lines. As a result, wrinkle length decreased in all cases, with a notable reduction rate particularly in nasolabial folds and marionette lines. Patient satisfaction was mostly high, and no major side effects were observed other than temporary pain or foreign body sensation after the procedure. This study suggests the possibility that thread embedding acupuncture combined with volume thread embedding acupuncture may be effective in improving deep linear wrinkles, especially nasolabial folds, and indicates the need for standardized procedures and long-term, large-scale clinical studies in the future.
