Risks of Temporal Hollowing Fillers

Depression of the temples can significantly affect one’s facial appearance. In today’s cosmetic clinical practice, several methods are available to correct this deficiency—such as silicone implant augmentation, expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) implant augmentation, and autologous fat grafting for temple augmentation. As these techniques utilize different materials, their outcomes also vary. So, what are the potential risks associated with temple augmentation? Below, we address this question.

Risks Associated with Temple Augmentation

1. Incorrect placement of the implant material: This may result in inadequate filling of targeted areas while over-filling unintended regions—a complication primarily attributable to improper surgical technique by the physician.

2. Infection: Since the procedure requires strict aseptic technique, failure to maintain sterility during surgery may lead to infection. Should infection occur, the implant must be removed and anti-infective treatment initiated. Any subsequent revision surgery should be delayed for at least three months.

3. Allergic reaction: Due to individual variations in physical constitution, some patients may develop allergic reactions to the implanted material.

4. Over-correction or persistent depression: These outcomes typically stem from using implants that are either excessively large or insufficiently sized—again, largely reflecting limitations in the surgeon’s technical expertise.

5. Other possible complications include noticeable surface irregularities, asymmetry, and unnatural transitions at the implant–tissue interface.

Additional Information: Postoperative Care After Temple Augmentation

1. Consume nutrient-rich foods postoperatively to support healing. Avoid excessively hot foods, as they may irritate the incision site.

2. If the incision remains dry and free of exudate after 48 hours, gentle cleansing with water is permissible. Showering is permitted only after two weeks.

3. Apply cold compresses for the first 1–3 days postoperatively: wrap ice in plastic film, then cover with a cotton towel, taking care to avoid direct contact with the wound. After 72 hours, switch to warm compresses to help reduce swelling and promote blood circulation.

The above outlines the potential risks associated with temple augmentation. We hope this information proves helpful to you.