Temple Filler in Seongsu, Seoul
Restoring hollow temples for smoother facial contour, including after weight loss
Hollow temples are easy to overlook, but they change the shape of the upper face. At Seongsu Melting Clinic in Seongsu, Seoul, Dr. Park Kyung-min uses temple filler to soften the dip beside the eyes and forehead and create a smoother outline.
It is a subtle treatment that many patients say makes their face look less tired, even though few people could say exactly what changed.
What is temple filler?
The temples naturally lose fat and volume with age, and they can hollow noticeably after weight loss. When they sink, the outer brow and cheekbone stand out, and the face can look narrower at the top and more angular. In Korea, a smooth, rounded upper face outline is often seen as youthful.
Hyaluronic acid (HA) filler placed in the temple restores some of that volume. HA fillers generally last about 6 to 12 months. Collagen stimulators such as Sculptra or Juvelook are sometimes discussed for gradual volume in this area as well.
How we approach temple filler at Seongsu Melting Clinic
Dr. Park looks at the upper face as a whole: temples, forehead, brow and cheekbones. He often sees temple hollowing in patients who have lost weight, including those on the clinic's Melting Diet program or using GLP-1 medications. As with the rest of the face, he assesses hollowing and sagging separately, because volume alone will not lift loose skin.
The temple region contains important blood vessels, so filler is placed with careful attention to depth and technique. Volumes are kept modest and increased only if needed.
A good fit if…
- You have visible dips at the temples
- Your face looks narrow or tired at the top
- You have lost weight and notice hollowing
- You want a smooth, natural facial outline
Consider something else if…
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have active skin infection in the area
- You are still losing weight rapidly (timing may be adjusted)
- You prefer to avoid injections in areas with larger vessels
What to expect
After a consultation, the area is cleansed and numbing is applied. Injection takes a short time. You may feel pressure, and chewing may feel slightly tender for a few days. Swelling and bruising are possible.
As with any filler, lumps, infection and rare vascular complications can occur. Dr. Park explains these beforehand and explains each step during treatment. Pricing is explained at consultation.
Aftercare
- Avoid pressing, massaging or sleeping on the treated area for the first few days
- Skip saunas, intense exercise and alcohol for a day or two
- Use a cool compress gently if swelling appears
- Avoid dental work or facials in the area for a short time if possible
- Contact the clinic right away if you notice increasing pain, blanching, dusky skin color or vision changes
A note from Dr. Park
Dr. Park's background in obesity medicine means he often sees how weight loss changes the face. He tells patients that hollowing and sagging after weight loss should be looked at separately, and temple filler is one way to address the hollowing side of that picture.
Frequently asked questions
Is temple filler noticeable?
Usually the result is subtle: a smoother outline and a less tired look rather than an obvious change.
Can temple filler help diet face?
It can soften temple hollowing after weight loss. Other areas, such as the cheeks, may also need attention.
How long does temple filler last?
HA filler generally lasts about 6 to 12 months, varying by product and person.
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- Address: 4F #403, Samjin Building, 113 Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul (Seongsu-dong 2-ga)
- Getting here: Seongsu Station (Line 2), Exit 2, about a 3-minute walk. Parking available.
- Hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00 (lunch 13:00–14:00) · Sat 09:30–15:00 · Closed Sundays & public holidays
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Treatment plans, number of sessions and results vary from person to person and are decided after an in-person consultation. This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for medical advice.