The hyaluronic acid of the temples is an aesthetic-oriented medicine treatment intended to correct volume loss in the temporal region, a key area of facial architecture. The temples form a discreet but fundamental anatomical crossroads : when they become hollow, the face loses its harmony and takes on an angular appearance, sometimes severe or tired.
Hyaluronic acid is a molecule naturally present in the human body, notably in the skin and connective tissues. When injected into the temporal region, it helps restore lost volumes, support deep tissues, and give the face a smooth transition between the forehead, the cheekbones, and the lateral part of the face.
Contrary to a common misconception, this is not a simple superficial filling. Injection into the temples follows a precise anatomical logic, respecting deep planes and vascular structures, in order to obtain a natural, balanced, and long-lasting result.
The initial consultation is an essential medical step. It makes it possible to analyze the morphology of the face, and not only the temporal area. Hollowing of the temples may be constitutional, age-related, linked to a loss of fat mass, or to significant weight variations.
During this consultation, Dr. Romano assesses the depth of the hollow, symmetry between both sides, skin quality, and the relationship of the temples with other areas of the face. A static and dynamic analysis is performed, sometimes complemented by medical photographs.
Dr. Romano also collects medical history, ongoing treatments, and any previous injections, (hyaluronic acid, botulinum toxin, Sculptra). This step makes it possible to establish a personalized, realistic, and safe treatment plan.
Injection of hyaluronic acid into the temples is intended for several patient profiles. It is indicated for women and men presenting a visible hollowing of this area, which gives the face an emaciated or aged appearance.
It is also recommended when the gaze appears harsher or more closed, due to the loss of lateral support of the eyebrow. In some young patients, the treatment is proposed for beautification purposes, in order to rebalance volumes and soften facial contours.
Finally, injection of hyaluronic acid into the temples may be part of a global approach to facial aging, as a complement to injections at the level of the cheekbones, the chin, or the oval.
The main advantage of this treatment lies in its global impact on facial aesthetics. By restoring volume to the temples, the face regains a harmonious continuity, without any break between the different areas.
Hyaluronic acid offers an immediate, adjustable, and reversible result, which represents a guarantee of safety. The correction is subtle, without any artificial modification of facial features.
Another notable advantage is the indirect improvement of the eye area. By restoring support to the temporal region, the eyebrow may appear slightly lifted, and the gaze seems more open and rested.
It is recommended to avoid taking anti-inflammatory drugs and aspirin in the days preceding the session, in order to limit the risk of bruising.
Alcohol consumption is discouraged in the 24 hours preceding the injection. It is also preferable to come to the appointment without makeup on the area to be treated, to ensure optimal disinfection.
Sufficient rest the day before contributes to better post-procedure recovery.
The session takes place in the medical office, under strict aseptic conditions. After careful cleansing of the skin, rigorous disinfection is performed.
Depending on the patient’s sensitivity and the product used, an anesthetic cream may be applied, although most modern hyaluronic acids already contain a local anesthetic.
The injection is performed using a fine needle or a cannula, deeply, in contact with the temporal bone. The gesture is slow, precise, and controlled, in order to avoid any excessive correction and to respect the vascular anatomy of the area. The session lasts on average about fifteen minutes.
The temporal region requires the use of a specific hyaluronic acid, with high cohesivity and strong volumizing capacity. The product must offer excellent support while maintaining harmonious integration into the deep tissues.
Weakly cross-linked or overly fluid hyaluronic acids are unsuitable for this area. The choice of product is based on precise medical criteria that take into account the depth of injection, the desired duration, and the patient’s profile.
After the session, it is advised to avoid any pressure or manipulation of the temporal region for a few days. Exposure to intense heat, such as saunas or steam rooms, should be temporarily avoided.
Intense sporting activities should be postponed for 24 to 48 hours. In case of swelling, the application of local cold (cold compresses, for example) may be beneficial.
The protocol is based on in-depth knowledge of temporal anatomy. The injection is generally performed in the deep, supra-periosteal plane, which allows for a long-lasting support effect.
The injected volumes are moderate and adjusted progressively. Dr. Romano favors a gradual correction rather than injecting an excessive quantity in a single session. A gentle massage may be performed to ensure uniform distribution of the product.
Immediate visual control makes it possible to assess symmetry and the integration of the product into the tissues.
Filling the temples with hyaluronic acid injections allows for a subtle and controlled restoration of volumes, while respecting the natural harmony of the face. The objective of the treatment is by no means artificial augmentation, but rather to correct a progressive loss of substance, often responsible for a hollowed, harsh, or prematurely aged appearance of the face.
When the temples regain a discreet and homogeneous contour, the face as a whole gains coherence. The transition between the forehead, the cheekbones, and the lateral areas becomes smoother, eliminating visual breaks that alter the balance of facial features. The face then appears more rested and softer, without it being possible to identify the precisely treated area.
The expected result is also noticeable at the level of the gaze. By restoring structural support to the lateral part of the face, temple filling contributes to a slight opening of the gaze, without altering expression. This improvement is particularly appreciated by patients whose gaze had seemed to harden over time.
The effect is perceptible immediately after the injection, while remaining discreet. It improves progressively over the following weeks, as the hyaluronic acid integrates into the deep tissues. The final result is characterized by its natural appearance : the face looks more balanced and fresher, without ever betraying the medical intervention. It is precisely this invisibility of the gesture that constitutes the true marker of a successful temple treatment.
The effects of treatment with hyaluronic acid last on average between 12 and 18 months. This duration may vary depending on the patient’s metabolism, the type of product used, and the injected volume.
Annual maintenance makes it possible to preserve the result and to accompany the natural evolution of the face in a progressive and elegant manner.
The aftereffects are most often simple. Mild sensitivity, moderate swelling, or small bruises may appear in the hours following the session. These manifestations are transient and disappear spontaneously within a few days.
The patient can quickly resume usual activities. The result is visible immediately, but it stabilizes progressively over the following two to three weeks, once the hyaluronic acid has fully integrated into the tissues.
In clinical practice, patients who have undergone temple filling with hyaluronic acid injections most often describe an overall improvement in facial harmony, without the perception of a targeted or artificial change. The evolution observed during follow-up consultations highlights a visibly more balanced face, with softened lateral contours, while preserving the identity and expressiveness unique to each patient.
It is frequently noted that patients become aware of the benefits of the treatment in an indirect way, through an appearance perceived as more rested, without those around them being able to identify the origin of this improvement. This discretion of the result constitutes a central element of the satisfaction expressed.
