Temple Filler in Bursa
What is temple filler?
The temple is the area between the outer end of the eyebrow and the hairline, beside the outer edge of the eye socket. In youth this area looks flat or slightly full. With age, the fat tissue and muscle volume under the skin decrease and the temple sinks inward. Rapid weight loss and intensive sport can lead to a similar appearance. Hollowing at the temple can make the upper face look narrow, the area around the tail of the eyebrow look lower and the face look tired.
Temple filler is the injection of a product containing hyaluronic acid (HA) into this hollow. The aim is to restore lost support in the upper face and soften the transition between the forehead, temple and cheekbone. The product is broken down by the body over time and can be dissolved with the enzyme hyaluronidase if needed. Our practice does not use products claimed to remain in the body for years or products of unknown content.
Why is it an area that requires care?
The temple contains the superficial temporal artery and veins, as well as other vessels at a deeper level. Some of these vessels connect with the vessels around the eye. For this reason the temple is considered one of the areas requiring attention with regard to vascular occlusion in filler treatments. During the treatment the course of the vessels is taken into account; the product is given either at a deep level close to the bone from a specific point, or under the skin with a blunt-tipped cannula, slowly and in small amounts.
Who is it suitable for, and who should not have it?
It is considered for adults with marked hollowing at the temple who are in good general health and have realistic expectations. The treatment is not performed, or is postponed, in the following situations:
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding,
- Active infection, inflamed acne, cold sores or an open wound in the treatment area,
- Known allergy to hyaluronic acid or to the local anesthetic (lidocaine) in the product,
- A previous filler of unknown content, or one that remains in the body for a long time, in the same area (assessment is needed first),
- An uncontrolled autoimmune disease or a serious bleeding disorder,
- Unexplained pain or swelling in the temple area, or frequent headaches (the cause is assessed first).
Blood thinners or medicines such as aspirin can increase the tendency to bruise; tell the physician about all the medicines you use. Do not stop your medication on your own.
How is it done?
First, the face is examined from the front and the side; the depth of the temple hollow and its relationship with the forehead, eyebrow and cheekbone are assessed. Vessels visible on the surface are marked. Your medical history and medications are asked about; photographs may be taken for the medical record if needed (not published). The skin is cleaned with an antiseptic; near the hairline, hair is moved away from the treatment area.
The product is given with a technique chosen according to the anatomy of the area: mostly with a needle at a deep level close to the bone from a specific point, or under the skin with a blunt-tipped cannula. The injection is done slowly, in small amounts and comparing both sides; the area is then shaped. The procedure usually takes 15–30 minutes. Following the principle of small, gradual applications, a touch-up is planned 2–4 weeks later if needed.
When does the effect start, and how long does it last?
The effect is visible immediately; the final appearance is assessed once swelling has settled, usually within 2 weeks. With products given at a deep level in the temple, the effect usually lasts 12–18 months. The duration varies with the product, the amount and the person's metabolism; the product is broken down by the body over time.
Possible side effects
The most common are swelling, tenderness and bruising; they usually resolve within a few days to 1 week. Because the muscle in the temple works during chewing, tenderness may be felt for a few days when chewing or opening the mouth, and some people may have a temporary headache. Less often, asymmetry, a small palpable lump (nodule), vessels temporarily looking more visible, infection or a delayed inflammatory reaction may occur.
Rare but serious risk: vascular occlusion. If filler enters a vessel or presses on it, blood flow can be disrupted. If you notice blanching of the skin or scalp, a net-like purplish discoloration, increasing pain or blistering during treatment or in the following hours, call the practice without delay. Blurred vision, loss of vision, eye pain or a sudden, severe headache is an emergency; go to the nearest emergency department. When recognized early, it is treated with the enzyme hyaluronidase.
Aftercare
- For the first 24 hours, do not press on or massage the area.
- For a few days, try not to use a headband, hat or tight glasses arms that press on the area.
- For the first 2–3 days, avoid hard foods that need prolonged chewing, and chewing gum.
- For the first 2 days, avoid strenuous exercise, sauna, Turkish bath and very hot environments.
- Postpone hair dye or chemical treatments near the hairline for a few days.
- If you have increasing pain, discoloration, a complaint related to your vision or a severe headache, call the practice immediately; the check-up is usually 2 weeks later.
Temple filler in Bursa
At our private practice in Nilüfer, temple filler is planned by assessing it together with the upper and middle face and taking the vascular structure of the area into account. The treatment is done in small, gradual steps; the aim is to restore support in the upper face in a way that suits the person's facial structure. You can see the dermal fillers page for all areas, the cheekbone filler page for the outer cheek and the liquid facelift page for the treatment in which several areas are planned together.
Treatments are performed by a physician holding a medical aesthetics certificate approved by the Turkish Ministry of Health. Op. Dr. Hakan Sağer is an Obstetrician & Gynecologist.
This content is for information purposes only; a physician's examination is required for diagnosis and treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Who is temple filler for?
It is considered for adults in good general health who have developed marked hollowing at the temple due to age, weight loss or intensive sport. It is not applied during pregnancy or breastfeeding, with an active infection in the area, or in some uncontrolled diseases.
What are the risks of temple filler?
The common ones are swelling, bruising and chewing tenderness lasting a few days. Because the temple contains important vessels, the rare but serious risk is vascular occlusion; if skin blanching, a purplish discoloration, increasing pain or visual disturbance occurs, you should contact the physician or an emergency department immediately.
How long does the effect of temple filler last?
With products applied at a deep level, the effect usually lasts 12–18 months. The duration varies with the product, the amount and the person's metabolism. The effect is temporary; the product is broken down by the body over time.
Is chewing painful after temple filler?
Because the muscle in the temple works during chewing, tenderness may be felt for the first few days when chewing or opening the mouth. Avoiding hard foods and chewing gum during this period is recommended; the complaint usually eases on its own.
Does temple filler lift the eyebrows?
Temple filler is not a treatment that directly lifts the eyebrow. Restoring support at the temple may, in some people, help the area around the tail of the eyebrow look fuller; this effect is not the same for everyone.
How much does temple filler cost?
The fee varies with the amount of product to be used and the plan determined at the examination. For this reason no figures are given on the website; the fee is determined after the examination. For information, you can call 0 (539) 463 09 72 or write to us on WhatsApp.
Where is temple filler done in Bursa?
Temple filler consultations and treatments take place in the procedure room of Op. Dr. Hakan Sağer's private practice in İhsaniye, Nilüfer (Bulvar 224). Opening hours are Monday–Saturday 08:00–19:30; to make an appointment, you can call 0 (539) 463 09 72.
Op. Dr. Hakan Sağer is an Obstetrician & Gynecologist. He completed his specialty training at the University of Health Sciences (SBÜ) Bursa Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital; since 2024 he has been seeing patients for pregnancy follow-up, gynecological conditions and aesthetic gynecology at his private practice in Nilüfer, Bursa. The articles on this website are for informational purposes.
This website is for information only and is not advertising. Its content does not replace an examination by a physician. The information on this page is not personal medical advice; the decision on any procedure is made together with the doctor after an examination.