Temple Filler for Sunken and Hollow Temples

Why temples look hollow

The temple is a naturally concave area on the side of the upper face. With age, the fat and soft tissue that once padded it gradually deflate, and the underlying structure becomes more visible. The result is a scooped-out, sunken look that can make the outer brow appear to droop and the whole upper face seem more angular or tired. Some people are also naturally hollow in this area, independent of age.

Because the temple links the forehead, brow, and cheek, a loss of volume there disrupts the smooth curve of the upper face. Restoring even a modest amount of volume can soften that transition and lift the appearance of the outer brow. Temple filler is a supporting treatment in this sense — it does not change the face dramatically, but it re-establishes a contour that has flattened or caved in.

How much filler hollow temples need

The amount varies with how deep the hollow is and your overall face shape. In many cases the temples are treated per side, and a moderate hollow is corrected with a measured amount on each side to keep the two symmetrical. Deeper hollowing may need more, sometimes across more than one appointment, so the volume can be built up gradually and reviewed rather than overfilled at once.

Hyaluronic acid is placed to restore the natural concave curve, not to flatten it completely, since some gentle hollow is normal. Your practitioner in Seomyeon assesses the depth, your skin, and the surrounding forehead and cheek before deciding how much to use. Because the amount is individual, cost is quoted by plan — up-to-date figures appear on our clinic price board, or you can raise it at consultation.

What to expect and safety

Temple filler is non-surgical and relatively quick, with numbing cream applied for comfort and a treatment time of roughly fifteen to thirty minutes. You will see the contour improve immediately, with the result settling as any swelling eases over the first few days. Mild bruising, swelling, or brief discomfort when chewing can occur, and most people return to normal activity straight away. Results generally last around six to eighteen months because the temple moves little.

The temple contains important blood vessels, so this is an area where careful technique matters and a thorough assessment is essential. It is not suitable in certain situations — active infection at the site, an allergy to hyaluronic acid or the local anaesthetic in the product, or a relevant vascular history all need review first. These, and any blood-thinning medication, are checked at your consultation in Seomyeon.