Many people realize the charming effect of filler when it comes to defining jawline and refilling lips to give the face a refreshed appearance. But what about temple fillers? This area also deserves a lot of attention, as the loss of volume in it has a significant impact on the rest of the face.
The use of dermal fillers in the temporal area is a rapid non-surgical solution to restore volume to this area, which is often overlooked. Due to age, this area can appear hollow or exhibit volume loss.
Read the article to learn more about the impact of temples on the shape of the face and how filler can refill and reshape it to give the face a great and more youthful look.
What are temple fillers?
Temple fillers are cosmetic procedures that involve injecting the temple area with a safe substance such as hyaluronic acid to refill cavities for a harmonious appearance with the rest of the face.
Filler injection in the temple area restores volume and redefines facial features. Hyaluronic acid filler rehydrates the face and increases the volume and structure of the temple area, which can enhance the overall harmony of the face and contribute to giving it a more youthful look.
Temple filler benefits
The filler injection procedure to enhance the temples has many benefits, including:
- Minimally invasive: Using filler is a minimally invasive solution that gives great appearance without surgery or long recovery time.
- Immediate results: the patient can enjoy the required result immediately after injection.
- Customizable: Different types of filler can be customized to treat specific concerns, from precise facial contouring to refill volume in its different parts.
- Natural-looking results: When using certain types of fillers, such as hyaluronic acid or biostimulants, patients can achieve natural and smoother-looking results
- Short recovery time: Compared to surgical procedures, filler is characterized by short recovery time, as patients can resume most activities immediately after treatment.
Temple filler techniques
What are the techniques for temple filler? There are a variety of techniques that are used when injecting fillers in the temporal area. Understanding and carefully identifying the appropriate injection technique is crucial to achieving perfect results.
Because anatomy of the temporal area is complex and layered, filler injection generally focuses on three main layers. Each technique targets specific area and requires a deep understanding of anatomy.
Subcutaneous technique
This technique involves injecting filler into the second layer of the skin using a cannula. This technique is usually suitable for treating mild to medium volume loss in the temporal area.
The second layer is superficial, and there are no major blood vessels, which means low vascular risk when injected properly.
Using a low-density product is ideal for preventing the appearance of clumps due to tissue thinning.
Interfacial Technique
This technique targets deep fat space in the fourth layer of the skin, and also includes the use of a cannula.
This technique is suitable for treating slight to moderate volume loss in the temporal area.
This layer requires a low to medium density filler product to provide support while maintaining movement and natural structure.
The advantages of this technique include a visible reduction of temporal thinness and improvement of the position of both sides of the eyebrow.
However, care must be taken when injecting, as the main risk here is the sentinel vein, which can cause significant bruises if infected.
Supraperiosteal injection
This technique, also known as “gunshot” or “one up one over” technique, involves injecting filler at the superbone level using a vertical needle.
This method is particularly effective for treating medium to severe volume loss in the temporal area. Usually involving medium to high density filler use for structural support.
This area is generally considered safer when injecting due to the marked absence of blood vessels.
However, care should be taken during injection due to the proximity of branches of the deep temporal artery to the periosteum, which poses a risk of vascular occlusion.
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Temple filler migration
Patients often have questions such as, does temple filler migrate?. Any filler injected in any area of the face has the ability to migrate. Generally, filler migration is rare. If it occurs, it generally does not cause any significant effects and filler can be dissolved and re-injected.
While the underlying bone structure of the temporal region can influence filler placement, it does not entirely prevent migration. Temporal filler migration often suggests that the filler was injected too superficially, failing to reach the deeper planes where it can be better supported.
Hyaluronic acid filler is often used in the temple area, which can be dissolved by injecting hyaluronidase and re-injected properly.
Temple fillers side effects
All cosmetic injection procedures carry potential side effects. While temple fillers may cause common side effects that typically disappear within a week, they can also lead to serious, long-term complications. These complications are often linked to improper filler selection or injection technique.
Common side effects
These side effects appear near the injection site and usually disappear within one to two weeks at a maximum, including:
- Swelling
- Redness
- Pain
- Bruises
- Rashes
- Itching
Rare side effects
Here are some rare but serious side effects:
- infection.
- Filler leakage from the injection site.
- The appearance of nodules near the injection site.
- Inflammatory granulomas.
- Vascular injury.
- Loss of vision due to filler’s unintended injection into arteries that supply the eye.
- Death of facial tissue due to blockage of blood flow.
Frequently Asked Questions About Temple Fillers
Are temple fillers safe? Or Is temple filler dangerous?
The use of dermal fillers in the temple area is largely safe and often gives remarkable results that contribute to the symmetry and harmony of the face. But if the filler is injected in an Incorrect manner this can lead to serious complications. Due to the complex vascular anatomy of the temporal region, it is considered one of the most challenging areas for injection.
How long do temple fillers last?
While the individual experience of filler injection may vary, often the temple fillers can last from about 6 months to a year. But the actual duration of the results may vary depending on several factors such as the type of filler and the depth of the injection.
What does filler in your temples do?
Filler treats loss of volume and smooths skin in the temple area with a simple facial lift. Temple filler can work on the following considerations:
- Treating hollow or sunken temples: Fat loss in the temple area can cause a hollow or sunken appearance. Filler can restore volume to this area, making the face look more youthful and balanced.
- Facial consistency: By filling the temples, the overall facial symmetry can be improved, creating a more harmonious appearance.
- Treatment of sagging skin: Loss of volume in the temples can lead to sagging skin around the eyes and cheeks. Filling this area can help lifting and supporting the surrounding tissue.
What filler is best for temple?
The best filler for temples is that based on hyaluronic acid, and depending on the injection technique, the density of the filler can be determined.
Do temple fillers lift eyes?
Yes, temple fillers are the best non-surgical way to get a “cat eye” appearance, as adding volume in the temple area can help to lift the eye naturally.