Temple augmentation is a common medical aesthetics procedure, usually used to improve facial contours, increase facial fullness and youthfulness. The temples are located in the forehead and temporal regions, and their depressions are often seen as a sign of aging or malnutrition. Therefore, many people choose to achieve facial contour beautification through injections or filler surgeries. However, the effects of temple augmentation are not permanent, and whether they fade over time is a medical issue worth exploring .
Common materials and mechanisms of action for filling the temples
There are two main ways to fill the temples: injection filling method and surgical transplantation method . The injection method mostly uses hyaluronic acid, collagen, autologous fat and other materials; the surgical method often uses autologous fat transplantation as the main method, and in a few cases, prosthesis implantation is used .
Hyaluronic acid filling : By injecting hyaluronic acid into the temple area, it can immediately have a filling effect, flexible shaping and a short recovery period.
Autologous fat transplantation : fat extracted from other parts of the human body is centrifuged and then injected into the temples, which can achieve both morphological improvement and fat regeneration.
Collagen injection : similar to hyaluronic acid, but metabolized slightly faster, suitable for minor filling.
The metabolic characteristics of different materials determine the differences in their maintenance time . Hyaluronic acid is usually gradually metabolized and absorbed by the human body between 6-12 months, while if the survival rate of autologous fat is higher, it can be maintained for more than 1 year, and some can even achieve relatively long-term effects.
Reasons why the effect of temple augmentation fades
Although the visual effect after the initial temple augmentation is remarkable, in medical practice, most patients will experience a decrease in filler volume or changes in appearance within a few months or years . The main reasons include:
1. Material metabolism and absorption
Whether it is hyaluronic acid or collagen, this type of biocompatible material is essentially a degradable temporary filler . Absorption by tissues is a natural process. Hyaluronic acid will be broken down by enzymes in the body over time and gradually lose its supporting effect .
2. Differences in survival rate of autologous fat transplantation
Autologous fat transplantation requires good blood supply to ensure the survival of fat cells. Some fat fails to survive and will be absorbed by the body, resulting in a decrease in the filling effect . In addition, repeated pressure or strenuous exercise in the transplanted area will also affect the survival rate.
3. Age and tissue relaxation
As we age, the soft tissue supporting structure of the face degenerates. The fullness that was originally filled may become visually "faded" due to tissue sagging . This is not because the filler disappears, but because the structure changes.
4. External interference
Improper massage, high temperature environment, strenuous exercise, smoking and drinking, etc. may affect the stability and retention time of the filler and accelerate the metabolic process.
How to prolong the effect of temple augmentation
In order to achieve a more ideal and lasting temple augmentation effect, we should start from multiple aspects such as preoperative evaluation, material selection, and postoperative care.
1. Individualized material selection
① Young people or first-timers can choose hyaluronic acid as a tentative filler for easy adjustment;
② For those who expect long-term improvement, autologous fat transplantation is more cost-effective and stable;
③. Choose regular manufacturers and qualified products to avoid complications or excessive absorption caused by low-priced and low-quality materials .
2. Physician's operating technique
The injection layer, injection volume and distribution strategy are crucial to the durability of the filling. Experienced physicians can effectively reduce the risks of fat necrosis and asymmetry and improve the survival rate .
3. Pay attention to postoperative care
In the short term after surgery, you should avoid compressing the filled area, controlling facial expressions and strenuous exercise. Nutritional supplements and good sleep can also help tissue repair and filler stability .
4. Perform maintenance at the right time
If the filler shows a significant reduction or change in shape, small amounts can be supplemented regularly. Especially for hyaluronic acid fillers, maintenance-style supplements can be given according to the absorption cycle to maintain overall facial harmony.
Risks and prevention of temple augmentation
Although temple augmentation is relatively less invasive, you should still be aware of the following complications:
Local swelling and bruising : common 1-3 days after injection and usually resolve on their own.
Fat nodules or calcifications : often seen in uneven fat transplantation or excessive injection, and need to be treated by a physician.
Infection or allergic reaction : related to the operating environment or materials. Strict aseptic operation and material testing can prevent such risks .
Vascular embolism : This is a serious but rare complication. If the injection accidentally enters a blood vessel, it may cause necrosis or vision problems.
Medical aesthetics ethics and patient expectation management
Before implementing the temple augmentation project, the doctor should fully evaluate the patient's facial structure and psychological expectations, and provide clear and transparent information :
①. The effect is not permanent, and the absorption properties of the material itself cannot be ignored ;
② Filling should be done to achieve a harmonious and natural look, and avoid excessive pursuit of fullness that may cause facial alienation;
③. Regular follow-up visits to understand organizational changes will help develop subsequent intervention plans.
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Although temple augmentation is an effective way to improve facial contours, its effect will gradually weaken with factors such as material metabolism and changes in tissue structure . Choosing a professional medical institution, qualified injection materials and experienced doctors is the key to ensuring the effect. At the same time, proper postoperative care and long-term observation can effectively prolong the duration of the effect. Those seeking beauty should maintain a rational attitude, fully understand the reversibility and stages of medical and cosmetic interventions, and achieve personalized beauty enhancement in a scientific and safe way.