What are the risks and hazards of temple fillers?
Mar 13, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen Lu
Introduction
In general, temple filling refers to temple augmentation. Temple augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that involves injecting fillers such as hyaluronic acid or autologous fat into the temple area to improve the appearance of sunken temples. Potential risks may include infection, bleeding, allergic reactions, facial asymmetry, and vascular embolism.
Generally speaking, temple filling refers to temple augmentation. Temple augmentation is a procedure in which fillers such as hyaluronic acid or autologous fat are injected into the temple area through injection to improve temple depression. The usual reference price for temple augmentation ranges from 5,000 to 20,000 yuan per session, and improvement is usually seen one to two months after the procedure. Potential risks of temple augmentation include infection, bleeding, allergic reactions, facial asymmetry, and vascular embolism. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Infection
If the injection site is not properly disinfected or unsterile needles are used, infection may occur. Symptoms of infection include redness, swelling, pain, and fever. If not treated promptly, the infection may spread, leading to more severe consequences.
2. Bleeding
During temple augmentation, improper technique may cause rupture of local capillaries, resulting in a risk of bleeding. This typically occurs due to damage to blood vessels during the injection process.
3. Allergic Reaction
Some individuals may be allergic to components of the filler, causing symptoms such as redness, swelling, and itching. Allergic reactions can vary among individuals, and in severe cases may even cause life-threatening conditions such as difficulty breathing.
4. Facial Asymmetry
After temple augmentation, if the injection volume is uneven or the technique is improper, facial asymmetry may occur. This can affect aesthetics and potentially cause psychological discomfort.
5. Vascular Embolism
The temple area contains abundant blood vessels. If the filler is accidentally injected into a blood vessel during the procedure, vascular embolism may occur. Vascular embolism is a serious complication that can lead to tissue necrosis, and in severe cases may even result in blindness or facial paralysis.
To reduce the occurrence of these complications, it is recommended to choose a reputable medical facility and an experienced physician for the procedure. It is also important to have adequate communication with the physician before surgery to understand the risks and precautions. Postoperative care should also be properly performed to avoid complications such as infection.
