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Temporal Hollows Treatment - Adelaide
When we think about facial aging, our minds often go straight to wrinkles around the eyes or lines around the mouth. However, a less commonly discussed, yet significant, area that can contribute to an aged or gaunt appearance is the temples – the areas on either side of our forehead, between the outer corner of the eye and the hairline. As we age, these areas can lose volume, leading to what are known as temporal hollows.
If you've noticed a sunken or concave appearance in your temples, and feel it's subtly affecting your facial balance, advanced cosmetic medicine offers refined approaches to restore a smoother, more youthful contour.
How it works
What Causes Temporal Hollows?
Temporal hollows primarily develop due to:
- Volume Loss: The most significant factor is the natural loss of fat and thinning of the temporalis muscle that occurs with aging. This loss of tissue creates a depression in the area.
- Bone Resorption: Over time, some bone density can be lost in the temple region, further contributing to the hollowed appearance.
- Weight Loss: Significant or rapid weight loss can also diminish fat stores in the temples, making hollowness more apparent.
- Genetics: Individual genetic predisposition can also play a role in how early or significantly temporal hollowing occurs.
The presence of temporal hollows can sometimes make the outer brow appear to droop, make the cheekbones seem more prominent than desired, or simply create an unbalanced, almost skeletal look to the upper face.
How Advanced Cosmetic Medicine Can Help with Temporal Hollows
Advanced cosmetic medicine focuses on a subtle yet impactful approach to addressing temporal hollows. The primary goal is to gently restore volume to the temples, creating a smoother, more harmonious transition from the forehead to the hairline and cheeks. This can contribute to a more refreshed, youthful, and balanced overall facial contour.
Approaches often involve:
- Targeted Volume Restoration: Carefully and precisely replenishing lost volume in the temporal area helps to fill the hollows, lift the outer brow, and soften the appearance of the upper face.
- Restoring Facial Harmony: By addressing temporal hollows, the aim is to create a more continuous and youthful curve from the forehead down to the cheekbones, improving the overall balance and symmetry of the face.
The Importance of a Professional Consultation
When considering any treatment for facial rejuvenation, especially in an area like the temples, a thorough and personal consultation with a highly qualified and experienced medical professional is absolutely crucial. Here's why:
- Precise Anatomical Understanding: The temple area contains important blood vessels and nerves. Your practitioner needs a deep and precise understanding of this complex anatomy to ensure safe and effective treatment.
- Personalized Assessment: Your practitioner will meticulously assess the degree of hollowing, your overall facial structure, and how addressing the temples fits into your broader aesthetic goals.
- Tailored Treatment Plan: Based on their assessment, they will discuss the most suitable options for you, explaining the procedure, expected outcomes, potential considerations, and recovery.
- Safety and Expertise: Choosing a professional with extensive training and a strong safety record ensures that your treatment is performed with the utmost care and precision.
- Realistic Expectations: Your practitioner will provide an honest discussion about what can realistically be achieved, ensuring your expectations are aligned with the capabilities of the treatments and maintaining a natural appearance.
What to Expect from Treatment
Treatments for temporal hollows are typically minimally invasive. While specifics will be discussed during your consultation, the aim is to achieve a subtle and natural-looking improvement that restores balance and softness to your upper face. Recovery times are generally short, allowing you to resume your daily activities relatively quickly.
If temporal hollows are a concern for you and you're seeking to restore a more youthful and balanced facial contour, consulting with an advanced cosmetic medicine practitioner can provide you with expert guidance and tailored solutions.


The Doctor


Dr Rahma Targett
Dr Rahma Targett is a General Practitioner(FRACGP), with a specialty in Cosmetic Medicine. She founded Advanced Cosmetic Medicine in 2016 and has since become well known as a trusted and in demand Cosmetic Physician in Adelaide. She has a Diploma in Dermoscopy and a Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine with the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine. Dr Targett is a leader in her field and regularly attends Cosmetic conferences to keep up to date with modern aesthetic techniques. At advanced Cosmetic Medicine you can always be reassured that you will be welcomed and treated personally by Dr Rahma Targett.