How the temples change

The temples sit between the outer brow and the hairline. With age, the fat and muscle there thin and the bone gradually recedes, so a gentle curve becomes a dip. Hollow temples make the upper face look narrower, the outer brow can drop, and the cheekbones look sharper than they used to. Very lean people, runners and people who have lost weight often notice temple hollowing earlier. Hollows can also look more obvious under overhead lighting, which is why many people first spot them in photos.

Common concerns in this area

Temple hollowing is part of wider facial volume loss. Restoring a little support here can also soften the look of sagging skin around the outer eye, because the brow tail has more structure beneath it.

Treatments for the temples

Treatment	What it does	Downtime	From price
Lenisna (Juvelook Volume)	PDLLA that builds soft, gradual volume	Mild swelling for 1–3 days	₩490,000 (1 vial)
Sculptra	PLLA that rebuilds volume over months	Swelling for 1–3 days; massage required	₩590,000 (1 vial)
Dermal Filler	Immediate HA volume for hollows	Mild swelling for 1–3 days	₩150,000 (1cc, Korean HA)

Prices are in Korean won (KRW), exclude 10% VAT, and are confirmed at your consultation. See the dermal filler price guide for brand options.

Filler or collagen stimulator?

Hyaluronic acid filler gives an instant, adjustable result and can be dissolved if needed, which makes it a sensible first choice for a short trip. Lenisna and Sculptra work differently: they prompt your own collagen, so the change is gradual and subtle, and usually needs more than one session. Compare them in Lenisna vs Sculptra and dermal filler vs Sculptra.

Combining treatments

Temples are rarely treated alone. Your doctor looks at the cheeks, brow and jawline together, because adding volume in one place changes how the rest of the face reads. Temple filler pairs well with mid-cheek support or with a lifting device for the lower face. Injections are done after any energy treatment on the same day. Browse other treatment areas to see how a full plan fits together.

Planning around your trip

Filler swelling usually settles within a few days, so temple filler fits a short stay. Lenisna and Sculptra build slowly, so the first session is the start of a course; your doctor will explain how to continue at home or on a return visit.

Temple safety notes

Blood vessels: the temple contains branches of the superficial temporal artery and visible veins. Filler is placed deep on the bone or with a blunt cannula to lower the risk of injecting into a vessel.
Experience matters: choose a doctor who treats temples regularly and keeps hyaluronidase, the enzyme that dissolves HA filler, on hand.
Massage after Sculptra: you will be shown how to massage the area for several days to keep the result smooth.
Chewing tenderness: the temple muscle moves when you chew, so mild soreness for a few days is normal.

Tell your doctor about blood thinners, pregnancy or breastfeeding, or a history of facial filler. To plan your treatment, book a consultation and a licensed medical doctor will assess your temples in person.

How much filler do hollow temples need?

Many people need around 1–2cc per side, depending on how deep the hollow is and the product used. Your doctor confirms the amount after examining you.

Is temple filler safe?

It is a common treatment, but the temple has important blood vessels, so technique matters. Deep placement or a cannula, small amounts and an experienced doctor all lower the risk.

Should I choose filler or Sculptra for my temples?

Filler is immediate and reversible, which suits a short stay. Sculptra and Lenisna build volume gradually over months and usually need a series. See dermal filler vs Sculptra.

Can I fly after temple filler?

Usually yes, after the first day or two. Expect mild swelling and avoid pressing on the area. Read flying after Botox and fillers.

Temple treatments

Dermal Filler — immediate, adjustable volume
Lenisna — PDLLA collagen stimulator for soft volume
Sculptra — PLLA for gradual, long-lasting volume

Compare and prices

Lenisna vs Sculptra — two collagen stimulators side by side
Sculptra price in Seoul — vials and series costs
Lenisna price in Seoul — per-vial pricing

Concerns and guides

Facial volume loss — why the face hollows
Hyaluronic acid filler brands — products used in Korea
Skin boosters explained — how PDLLA and PLLA differ

Dernia Clinic Myeongdong

Temple Hollow Treatments in Seoul