Temple Fillerin Gangnam, Seoul
Temple filler uses hyaluronic acid (HA) to restore volume to the temples — the area between the outer brow, eye and hairline. When the temples hollow with age or a naturally lean face, the upper face can look bony or tired and the outer brow can drop. Adding HA here smooths the transition from the brow to the side of the forehead and can give the upper face a softer curve. The temple sits over important vessels, so it is treated carefully in small amounts. At QD Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, a session usually takes about 15–30 minutes with little downtime. (Results vary by individual.)
Who it’s for
- Hollow or sunken temples that make the upper face look bony
- A naturally lean face with narrow temples
- An outer brow that has dropped as the temple deflated
- Anyone wanting a smoother curve from brow to hairline
The temple lies over the superficial temporal artery and other vessels, so careful technique and small amounts matter. Suitability is confirmed during consultation.
How it works
HA filler adds volume where it is placed and is gradually absorbed over time. In the temple, the doctor commonly places the gel deep, near the bone or within a defined tissue plane, and often uses a blunt cannula with slow, small injections to move gently around the vessels that run through this region. Filling the hollow lifts the surface so the temple blends smoothly into the brow and forehead, which can also give the outer brow a little support. Because of the anatomy here, conservative amounts and careful technique are the priority. HA can be dissolved with hyaluronidase if needed. (Results vary by individual.)
THE MECHANISM, STEP BY STEP
01Water-holding volume
Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in the skin and binds water, so the gel adds soft volume to fill the hollow of the temple.
02Small amounts, usually by cannula
The temple lies over important vessels, so the gel is placed deep near the bone in small amounts, often with a blunt cannula and slow injection to move gently around them.
03Immediate but temporary
The hollow softens the same day because the gel fills the space; over the following months the body gradually breaks the HA down, so the effect is not permanent.
04Adjustable and reversible
Because it is HA, the result can be added to gradually, or dissolved with an enzyme (hyaluronidase) if an adjustment is ever needed.
Treatment areas
- Temple hollow
- The concave area between the outer brow, eye and hairline.
- Brow-to-forehead transition
- Smoothing the curve where the temple meets the side of the forehead.
- Outer brow support
- Where restored temple volume gives the brow tail gentle support.
What the procedure is like
- 1Consultation and assessment of the upper face
- 2Cleansing, marking and topical numbing for comfort
- 3HA placed deep, usually by blunt cannula, in small amounts
- 4Review of symmetry and aftercare guidance
Time: A session usually takes about 15–30 minutes.
Recovery & aftercare
- Little downtime; most people return to daily activities the same day.
- Temporary swelling, redness, tenderness or bruising may occur; bruising can be more noticeable near temple vessels and usually settles within about 1–2 weeks.
- Avoid pressing the area, and skip saunas and intense exercise for a day or two as we advise.
What to expect over time
A general guide to how the days and months after treatment usually unfold. Results vary by individual.
DAY 0 Treatment day
The temple looks fuller immediately. Mild swelling, redness or tenderness is common; bruising can be more noticeable near the temple vessels.
DAY 1-3 Early settling
Most swelling eases and any bruising begins to fade. Makeup and normal skincare can usually resume as advised.
WEEK 1-2 Settled result
Swelling resolves and the smooth curve from brow to hairline becomes clear. (Results vary by individual.)
12-18 MONTHS Duration
HA in the deep temple often lasts around 12–18 months, varying with the product and your metabolism. (Results vary by individual.)
TOP-UP Review & maintenance
Your doctor reviews the result and, if appropriate, discusses timing for a top-up based on your face.
Sessions & results
Volume appears right away and settles over about 1–2 weeks. HA in the deep temple often lasts around 12–18 months, though this varies with product and metabolism. A top-up can be considered at consultation. (Results vary by individual.)
How it compares
These all add or build volume in the temple, but they work in different ways and suit different goals. The right choice is decided after we assess your face.
| Comparison | Temple Filler | Collagen-stimulating filler | Fat Grafting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agent | Hyaluronic acid (HA) gel | Calcium hydroxylapatite or poly-L-lactic acid | Your own fat, transferred surgically |
| What it does | Fills the hollow with soft volume straight away | Prompts your own collagen to build volume gradually | Adds volume with transferred fat; part of it may persist |
| Onset | Immediate; settles over about 1–2 weeks | Gradual over weeks to months | Some volume at once; final after healing |
| Duration | Around 12–18 months (varies) | Often longer, up to about 2 years (varies) | Variable; a portion can be long-lasting |
| Reversible? | Yes — dissolvable with hyaluronidase | No specific dissolver | Not readily reversible |
| Downtime | Little; temporary swelling or bruising | Little; similar injection reactions | More; a minor surgical procedure |
Neither is “better” — they work differently and suit different goals. The right choice is decided after we assess your skin.
Safety & considerations
Possible reactions
- Temporary swelling, redness or a feeling of fullness
- Tenderness, and bruising that can be more noticeable near the temple vessels
- Small lumps or slight unevenness, which usually settle or can be smoothed
- Very rarely, filler affecting a blood vessel — this needs prompt medical attention
When to take extra care
- The temple lies over the superficial temporal artery and other vessels, so small amounts and careful technique are used
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding — let us know at consultation
- Active skin infection, inflammation or a breakout in the treatment area
- A known allergy to hyaluronic acid or lidocaine
- Previous filler, threads or surgery in the area, or a bleeding tendency or blood-thinning medication — tell your doctor
Whether temple filler suits you, and the right amount, are confirmed during consultation. Effects and their duration vary by individual, and side effects may occur. We explain the warning signs — unusual pain, skin turning pale or dusky, or any vision change — so you know to contact us promptly.
Your care at QD Clinic
Performed by a board-certified doctor
Your injection is performed and medically reviewed by a board-certified doctor.
Careful technique over the temple
The temple lies over important vessels, so we use small amounts, a slow technique and often a blunt cannula.
Reversible HA, built gradually
We use HA that can be dissolved if needed, and build volume conservatively rather than overfilling.
Care in your language
Consultation in English, with 中文 and 日本語 support arranged on request — including questions before you travel.
Pricing
Pricing depends on the product and the amount used, which are decided after we assess your face. Please consult us for a personalized quote.
Frequently asked questions
Filling the temple hollow restores surface support that can give the outer brow a little lift and a smoother upper-face curve. It is not a brow-lift surgery. (Results vary by individual.)
The temple sits over the superficial temporal artery and other vessels, so it calls for small amounts, a slow technique and often a blunt cannula. Temporary bruising or swelling can occur, and HA can be dissolved if needed. Precautions are explained at consultation.
A topical anesthetic is applied first, and many HA fillers contain a local anesthetic. Most people feel pressure and brief discomfort. Comfort options are discussed at consultation. (Results vary by individual.)
Often around 12–18 months in this deep area, though it varies with product and metabolism. A top-up is discussed at consultation. (Results vary by individual.)
Yes. HA filler can be adjusted or dissolved with an enzyme called hyaluronidase if needed. We discuss this option during consultation.
Yes. Our doctors consult in English directly, and 中文 / 日本語 can be arranged in advance. Tell us your language on WhatsApp before your visit.
Often considered together
Treatments that are sometimes planned alongside this one, decided at consultation.
+Forehead Filler
The temple and forehead flow into one another, so smoothing both can look more even.
+Side Cheek Filler
Restoring the upper outer face can balance a treated temple.
+Non-surgical lifting
Energy-based or thread lifting addresses laxity that volume filler does not; sequencing is decided by your doctor.
For international patients
Consultation in English / 中文 / 日本語 · WhatsApp · WeChat · KakaoTalk · a 4-minute walk from Sinnonhyeon / Nonhyeon Station (hours in KST) · card payment.
For International PatientsMedically reviewed by Dr. Sahyeok Hong, board-certified plastic surgeon and Director of QD Clinic.