Temple Filler: The Overlooked Secret to Facial Rejuvenation
Expert Temple Filler in Brookline
Clemens Face + Body | Brookline, Boston
When most people think of facial filler, they picture enhancements to the lips, cheeks, or jawline. But one of the most powerful—and most overlooked—areas to restore volume is the temples.
Temple hollowing is a subtle but significant sign of facial aging. It can create a “peanut-shaped” appearance to the head, cause the brows to look heavier or droopy, and disrupt the balance of the entire upper face. At Clemens Face + Body in Brookline, we treat temple volume loss with a tailored, expert approach that prioritizes both safety and aesthetics.
Why Temple Hollowing Happens
As we age, we naturally lose fat, bone density, and structural support in the temples. This leads to:
A hollowed appearance at the sides of the forehead
Flattening or heaviness in the brow area
A loss of support for the upper face and lateral eye area
A “peanut-shaped” contour that can appear more severe with age or weight loss
Temple hollowing is often under-treated because it’s subtle at first glance. But for the trained eye, it's one of the earliest signs of aging that impacts overall facial harmony—especially when it comes to brow support and upper face lift.
How Temple Filler Makes an Impact
Temple filler uses hyaluronic acid-based injectables to gently replace lost
volume and restore contour. With precise placement, this treatment can:
Smooth hollow areas at the temples
Reestablish a youthful upper face contour
Create a subtle lifting effect at the brow tails
Enhance facial symmetry and balance
Reduce the appearance of heaviness in the eyelid area
In short, temple filler can help “open up” the face, making you look refreshed without looking obviously treated.
Why This Is a High-Risk Area—and Why Expertise Matters
The temples are considered one of the most anatomically complex areas to inject. This region contains important blood vessels and structures that require a deep understanding of facial anatomy.
We approach temple filler with advanced techniques and caution:
We use appropriate cannulas or needle depth to avoid vascular structures
We assess each patient’s temple anatomy carefully before injecting
We never overfill, ensuring natural results and long-term safety
We choose a filler product that is flexible and not too stiff.
If you’re considering temple filler, it’s essential to see a provider who is highly trained and experienced in advanced facial balancing techniques.
What to Expect from Treatment
Procedure Time: 40-60 minutes
Downtime: Minimal (mild swelling or tenderness possible for a few days)
Results: Immediate softening of the hollows with continued improvement over 1–2 weeks
Longevity: 9–18 months, depending on the product used
Temple filler is often part of a larger facial balancing strategy, especially when combined with midface or brow treatments.
The Bottom Line
Temple volume loss may not be the first thing you notice when you look in the mirror—but restoring volume in this area can dramatically impact the way your entire face looks and feels.
From softening a hollowed, tired appearance to lifting the brow and enhancing facial harmony, temple filler is one of the most effective (and most underrated) treatments in modern aesthetics.
