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Does your face look narrower or sunken, especially on the sides of your forehead? If so, volume loss around the temples may be a factor. This area often receives less attention than the cheeks or cheekbones, even though it does affect the contours of your face. A temporal filler can restore volume to a sunken face, creating a softer transition between the forehead and the cheekbones. In this blog, you\u2019ll learn how it works, who the treatment is suitable for, and what to expect.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Loss of volume<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Why does your face become gaunt as you get older?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A sunken face isn’t caused solely by sagging skin. The underlying fatty tissue, muscles, and bone structure also change over the years. This can lead to a loss of volume at the temples, creating a hollow between the outer edge of your eyebrow and your hairline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This change usually occurs gradually. Sometimes you don\u2019t notice it until you compare old photos with how you look now. Your face may appear narrower or more angular, while your cheekbones may stand out more prominently. Not everyone experiences this to the same degree. Genetic predisposition, body type, and weight loss can also play a role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A good night’s sleep doesn’t just change the side of your face. It can also make the transition between your forehead, eyebrows, and cheekbones look different.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>

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The Treatment<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

How does a temporal filler restore volume to the temples?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A temporal filler is an injection treatment that uses hyaluronic acid to restore volume locally.<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid is a substance that occurs naturally in the body and can retain water. In a filler, it takes the form of a gel that can provide the treated tissue with added volume and support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During a temporal filler treatment<\/a>, the doctor carefully injects the product into the temple area. The goal is not to make your face noticeably fuller, but to restore the natural transition between your forehead, temples, and cheekbones. How much filler is needed and at what depth it is injected depends on your anatomy and the desired result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How will your facial contours change?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When the hollows at the temples are filled in, the sides of the face may appear less sunken. This sometimes creates a smoother transition toward the cheekbones and can make the upper part of the face look more balanced. The effect depends on the degree of volume loss and the natural shape of your face.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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The Differences<\/h5>\n\n

Temporal filler, cheekbone filler, or midface filler?<\/h2>\n\n

A sunken face doesn\u2019t automatically mean that the temples need to be treated. Volume loss in the cheeks or the midface can also make your face look less full. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to assess where volume is actually lacking.<\/p>\n\n

Treatment<\/th>Treatment Area<\/th>Treatment Goal<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Temporal filler<\/a><\/strong><\/td>The temples, next to the forehead<\/td>Filling in hollow temples and softening the upper facial contours<\/td><\/tr>
Cheekbones filler<\/a><\/strong><\/td>The cheekbones and upper cheeks<\/td>Enhance volume and definition around the cheekbones<\/td><\/tr>
Midface filler<\/a><\/strong><\/td>The midface, particularly the cheeks<\/td>Restore volume lost in the midface and support the facial contours<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n

If you\u2019re primarily lacking volume in the cheek area, a midface filler<\/a> may be more appropriate. If your cheekbone contour is less defined, a cheekbone filler<\/a> may be worth considering. Sometimes a combination of treatments is possible, but more filler doesn\u2019t automatically mean a better result.<\/p>\n\n

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Suitability<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Who is a good candidate for a temporal filler?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A temporal filler may be a good option if you\u2019ve lost volume in your temples, resulting in a hollow or angular facial contour. This can be due to natural aging, but also to factors such as weight loss or your natural facial structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The treatment may be considered when:<\/p>\n\n\n\n