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Upper face

Hollow temples

Temple filler in Hale, Altrincham

Temple filler can soften the hollows beside your eyes, helping your face look less gaunt and restoring a smoother outline from your forehead to your cheekbones.

You might notice it most when your hair is tucked back: a dip at either side of your forehead that wasn't so obvious before. The upper part of your face looks pinched, or a little more skeletal than it used to.

Temple filler replaces volume in those hollows. Softening the indentation can make the whole area look less drawn, even though it's only a small part of your face being treated.

Dr Alex will look at the contour of your temples and how it fits with your brows and cheeks, then talk through the change you'd like to see.

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With Dr Alex, who teaches doctors, dentists and nurses how to carry out dermal filler treatments.

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Treatment cost
£400
When you'll see a change
Visible straight away
Recovery
Usually little interruption
How long it lasts
Usually 12-18 months

What you've noticed

A hollow that changes the outline of your face

The inward curve at your temples can change how the whole upper face looks, from its outline to the shadows beside your eyes.

Your temples look more sunken

The sides of your forehead look hollow, perhaps more on one side than the other. You'd like to soften those dips so your face looks less drawn.

Your face looks pinched at the sides

Some patients describe the outline as a 'peanut' shape, with an inward dip at the temples. You'd like a smoother curve at the sides of your forehead while keeping the cheekbone definition you like.

You've always had a narrow upper face

The shape may have been there for years. You'd like to know whether reducing the indentation at your temples could give a smoother outline without losing the features you like.

The practical details

Temple filler at a glance

The aim is a visible improvement in the hollow, with the amount of change agreed after Dr Alex has examined you.

Treatment cost
£400
Your recommended treatment and its cost will be confirmed at consultation.
When you'll see a change
Visible straight away
The contour changes during treatment. The settled appearance is assessed after the initial recovery.
Recovery
Usually little interruption
Most people can continue their usual day. Tenderness, swelling or bruising can occur around the treated area.
How long it lasts
Usually 12-18 months
Dr Alex's usual guide to visible HA filler results. Some product can remain longer, so further treatment follows assessment.
Who treats you
Dr Alex
He assesses your face and carries out the injections himself.

The change you can see

Less hollow at the sides, less drawn overall

Restoring the temple contour can soften the sunken appearance beside the eyes and make the outline of the upper face look smoother.

The sides of your forehead can look less sunken, with softer shadows and a smoother curve around the outer eyes. Restoring support here can also help the tail of the brow appear slightly lifted.

How much to restore depends on the face you have and the shape you like. You may want to regain a contour you've lost over time, or soften temples that have always been quite hollow. Dr Alex will discuss how that could affect the width and overall shape of your upper face.

You don't have to aim for completely flat temples. A gentle curve may suit your face better than filling every last dip.

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Shallower hollows beside the eyes

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Softer shadows at the temples

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Support for the brow tail, which may give a subtle lift

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A smoother outline when you look at your face from the front

Would this suit you?

Is a temple hollow what you want to change?

Temple filler is most relevant when an indentation at the side of your forehead is contributing to the appearance you dislike.

Volume has been lost over time
If your temples used to look less hollow, replacing some of that volume can restore a more familiar contour. Dr Alex will assess how much of the change comes from the temples themselves.
You want to soften your facial outline
Filler may help when a natural hollow makes the upper face look more angular than you'd like. The recommendation should take account of your whole facial shape, including features you want to keep.
The outer brow could use some support
If the tail of your brow looks less supported alongside a hollow temple, restoring volume here may help it appear slightly lifted. Dr Alex will assess whether that could help the change you've noticed around your eyes.

Hollows and lifting

Temple filler isn't a facelift

Temple filler can restore contour and give some support to the outer brow. It doesn't remove excess eyelid skin or provide the lift of surgery for significant sagging.

If loose skin or a markedly drooping brow is your main concern, Dr Alex will explain what temple treatment could contribute and whether another approach would achieve more.

How it works

Restoring the support at the sides of your face

Hyaluronic acid filler replaces volume beneath a hollow temple, supporting the overlying tissue so the indentation becomes shallower.

As the temples lose volume, the sides of the forehead can dip inwards and the bony outline around the outer eyes can become more visible. The deeper hollow also casts a stronger shadow, adding to that sunken appearance.

Filler restores some of the missing volume, smoothing the curve from the forehead towards the side of the face. This can soften the skeletal look while preserving definition in the surrounding features.

Support in this area can also help the outer end of the eyebrow - the brow tail - appear a little higher. Dr Alex considers both the hollow and the position of the brow when assessing the result treatment could give you.

Your appointment

Show Dr Alex the change you've noticed

He can assess your temples in person. You don't need to arrive knowing the product, technique or amount of filler you want.

At consultation

Start with your face

Point out the hollows you notice and explain whether you'd like to restore a previous contour or change a shape you've always had. Tell Dr Alex about any filler, surgery or other treatment in the area.
Before you decide

Talk through the recommendation

Dr Alex will examine the temples and surrounding features, check your medical history and explain the likely result, risks and cost. This is also the time to ask about any effect on facial width or brow shape.
During treatment

Restore the contour

Dr Alex places the filler using a needle, cannula or combination suited to the area. The HA filler he uses contains lidocaine to help with comfort; additional numbing can be considered if needed.
After treatment

Know what happens next

You'll receive aftercare advice and guidance on assessing the result. If more filler is being considered in the same area, Dr Alex normally leaves at least a month. Contact the clinic sooner with any concern.

Why Dr Alex

Why choose Dr Alex for temple filler?

Dr Alex teaches doctors, dentists and nurses across several dermal filler ranges. He is currently a trainer for Evolus's Estyme range and has helped launch Estyme and Aliaxin LV in the UK.

For your temples, the recommendation starts with what restoring the hollow would do to your face. More width may appeal to one person and be exactly what another wants to avoid. He'll assess your own contours and explain the shape he would aim to achieve.

If you've had filler before, he'll assess what's already there before recommending more. A treatment date on the calendar doesn't, by itself, mean the area needs topping up.

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Side effects and suitability

What should you know about temple filler?

Temporary tenderness, bruising and swelling can occur around the treated area.

Possible side effects

Lumps, unevenness, infection or delayed inflammation can develop. The temples contain important blood vessels and nerves, so this area needs a practitioner familiar with its anatomy.

A blocked blood vessel is an uncommon but serious filler complication. It can damage skin and, very rarely, affect sight permanently. Technique and experience do not remove that risk.

When to seek urgent help

Get urgent medical advice for unusual or increasing pain, or skin becoming pale, dusky or mottled. Contact SONÜ immediately; seek urgent care if you cannot reach the clinic. Any change in vision, sudden weakness or trouble speaking requires emergency help - call 999 and mention the filler treatment.

When treatment may need to wait

An infection or inflamed skin in the area needs to settle before treatment. Tell Dr Alex about pregnancy or breastfeeding, allergies, medicines, previous filler reactions and any relevant health condition so he can advise on suitability.

You can ask questions and take time to decide before having treatment.

Treatment pricing

How much does temple filler cost?

Treatment starts from £400 for the first 1 ml. We’ll agree the amount, areas and total cost with you before treatment.

First 1 ml
£400per first 1 ml
Additional 1 ml
£300per additional 1 ml, same appointment
The first 1 ml is £400, with each additional 1 ml at the same appointment priced at £300. If your plan is spread over several visits, each visit is priced separately using these rates. We’ll agree the plan and cost with you first.
A consultation with Dr Alex costs £75. If you choose to have treatment within 3 months of your consultation, you can put this fee towards it, including at a later appointment. It cannot be used towards skincare products. If you decide not to have treatment, the fee covers your consultation.
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If you would benefit from treatment in another area or a staged approach, the recommendation and any additional fees will be explained separately. You don't need to choose an amount of filler before booking.

Your questions

Questions about temple filler

A few things to help you decide whether this is the area you want treated.

Where exactly are the temples?
They're the areas at the sides of your forehead, beside the outer ends of your eyebrows and above your cheekbones. Temple filler treats hollowing there and may also support the nearby brow tail.
Will temple filler make my face wider?
It can add width where there is an indentation. Often the aim is to restore the outline lost as the temples became more hollow. If you like having a narrow face, tell Dr Alex - he'll discuss how much change would suit you, rather than assume every hollow needs completely filling.
Can it lift my eyebrows?
It can help support the tail, or outer end, of the eyebrow so it appears slightly lifted. Dr Alex will assess the temple hollow and brow position together to explain how much of a change this could give you. The intended lift is subtle.
How long does temple filler last?
Dr Alex usually quotes 12-18 months for visible HA filler results. The effect can last longer, and some filler may still be present after the most obvious improvement has faded. He'll assess the area before recommending another treatment.
Does it hurt?
You may feel a brief sting and pressure during the injections. The filler contains local anaesthetic, and Dr Alex can discuss additional comfort measures if needed. Let him know if you're particularly nervous about injections.
How much filler will I need?
That depends on the depth of the hollows, the difference between the two sides, any existing filler and the shape you'd like. Dr Alex will recommend an amount after examining you. The same quantity won't produce the same change on every face.
Can you treat one temple more than the other?
Yes, the two sides don't have to receive identical treatment. Faces are naturally uneven, and one temple may be more hollow. The aim is an improvement in the overall contour, rather than a promise of perfect symmetry.
Can I go back to work afterwards?
Usually. There may be visible injection marks or bruising, and the area can feel tender. Follow the aftercare advice you receive and leave time before an important event if you'd prefer any visible signs of treatment to settle first.
Can I have it if I've had filler before?
Possibly. Tell Dr Alex which product was used, where and when, if you know. Existing filler, lumps or an unexpected change need assessment before more is added. You don't have to know whether the previous filler has completely disappeared before arranging a consultation.
Is temple filler the same as Sculptra or Ellansé?
No. Hyaluronic acid filler adds gel to restore volume directly. Sculptra and Ellansé are different types of injectable that stimulate collagen and have different properties. Dr Alex can explain the options, including how results develop and what can be done if a problem occurs.

Other areas to consider

If the change extends beyond your temples

Cheek filler addresses lost cheek contour. If you want a greater change in brow position than temple support can offer, Dr Alex can also discuss treatments directed at the brow itself.

Cheek filler in Hale, Altrincham

Soften hollow-looking cheeks and their shadows, restore lost cheek shape or bring out your cheekbones. Cheek filler with Dr Alex at SONÜ.

Your next step

Let's look at those hollows

Book a consultation with Dr Alex at SONÜ in Hale, Altrincham. Show him the change you've noticed and tell him which features you want to keep. He'll explain whether temple filler could give you the softer contour you're looking for.

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