Autologous fat grafting for temples

Treatment Outcomes

- Short-term outcomes: Immediately after surgery, the temples appear fuller, facial contours are significantly improved, and the prominence of the cheekbones is visually reduced, resulting in smoother, more harmonious facial lines.

- Long-term outcomes: Typically, after 3 to 6 months post-surgery, once the fat cells have stabilized and survived, the results can be long-lasting. However, individual results may vary depending on factors such as personal physiology, the surgeon's expertise, and post-operative care.

Is This Right for Me?

This procedure is suitable for individuals with sunken temples who wish to improve their facial contour, achieving a fuller and more aesthetically pleasing appearance. However, the following groups should not undergo this surgery:

- Patients with blood disorders or those taking anticoagulant medications, as this may lead to uncontrollable bleeding during the procedure or postoperative hematoma.

- Patients with infections or inflammation in the temple area, as the surgery could exacerbate the infection.

- Women who are menstruating, pregnant, or breastfeeding, as their bodies are in special physiological states; the surgery could have adverse effects on themselves, their fetuses, or infants.

Select Equipment

Commonly used equipment during surgery includes liposuction devices and injection devices.

Liposuction devices: Such as suction-assisted liposuction machines. Different brands and models of liposuction machines may vary in liposuction efficiency and the degree of damage to fat cells. Generally, it is recommended to choose liposuction machines produced by reputable manufacturers and certified, as they enable more precise fat extraction while minimizing damage to fat cells.

Injection devices: Such as syringes or microneedles. High-quality injection devices ensure more uniform delivery of fat cells to the temple area, thereby improving the filling effect.

Select Equipment

Commonly used equipment during surgery includes liposuction devices and injection devices.

Liposuction devices: Such as suction-assisted liposuction machines. Different brands and models may vary in liposuction efficiency and the degree of damage to fat cells. Generally, it is recommended to choose liposuction machines produced by reputable manufacturers and certified, as they enable more precise fat removal while minimizing damage to fat cells.

Injection devices: Such as syringes or micro-needles. High-quality injection devices ensure more uniform distribution of fat cells into the temples, enhancing the volumizing effect.

Price

The cost of autologous fat grafting for temple augmentation varies depending on the region, hospital, surgeon's experience, and surgical complexity. Typically, prices range from approximately 1,500,000 KRW to 8,000,000 KRW. In major cities with reputable hospitals, fees may be higher, while in smaller cities or standard medical facilities, prices tend to be lower.

Expected Results

The ideal outcome is a full, natural-looking temple area that harmonizes with the rest of the face, resulting in a more attractive facial contour and a youthful, energetic appearance.

However, due to individual variations, fat cell survival rates may differ, potentially requiring multiple sessions to achieve the desired result. Additionally, the results may not be absolutely perfect; slight asymmetry or unevenness can occur, but an experienced physician will take every measure to minimize such issues.

Combination Therapy

Combined with Hyaluronic Acid Fillers: For patients with severe temporal hollowing, autologous fat grafting can be performed first for primary volume restoration, followed by hyaluronic acid injections for fine-tuning to achieve a more natural and flawless result.

Combined with Facelift Surgery: If patients present not only with temporal hollowing but also with facial skin laxity, autologous fat grafting to the temples can be combined with a facelift procedure to achieve superior facial rejuvenation outcomes.

Side Effects and Complications

- Infection: If sterilization is not strict during surgery or postoperative care is improper, infection may occur, manifesting as local redness, swelling, pain, fever, and other symptoms.

- Hematoma: Blood vessels may be damaged during liposuction or injection, leading to localized bleeding and hematoma formation. Most hematomas gradually resolve postoperatively, but larger ones may require further intervention.

- Fat liquefaction: Some transplanted fat cells may fail to survive and undergo liquefaction, resulting in localized swelling and fluid discharge.

- Irregular surface: Uneven injection or uneven fat absorption can cause unevenness in the temple area, necessitating secondary revision.

- Fat embolism: Although rare, if fat particles enter the bloodstream, they may cause vascular embolism, leading to severe consequences such as blindness or cerebral infarction.

Select Equipment

In addition to the liposuction machines and injection devices mentioned earlier, equipment such as centrifuges are also used during the fat processing procedure. When selecting equipment, consider its performance, stability, and safety. For instance, the precision of speed and centrifugation time control in a centrifuge directly affects the purification efficiency of fat cells; therefore, choose a centrifuge capable of accurately controlling these parameters.

Contraindications for the Procedure

In addition to the unsuitable groups mentioned earlier, patients with allergies to anesthetic drugs are also not suitable for this procedure.

Surgery is not recommended for patients with severe psychological disorders or those who have unrealistic expectations regarding the surgical outcomes.

Contraindications

In addition to the groups previously mentioned, patients with allergies to anesthetic drugs are not suitable for this procedure.

Patients with severe psychological disorders or unrealistic expectations regarding surgical outcomes are not recommended to undergo the surgery.

Side Effects

In addition to the side effects and complications mentioned above, local skin numbness or reduced sensation may also occur, typically resolving gradually within a period after surgery.

The side effects and complications mentioned above are as follows:

- Infection: If sterilization is not rigorous during the procedure or postoperative care is inadequate, infection may occur, manifesting as local redness, swelling, pain, and fever.

- Hematoma: Blood vessels may be damaged during liposuction or injection, leading to local bleeding and hematoma formation. Small hematomas usually resolve gradually after surgery, but larger ones may require further intervention.

- Fat liquefaction: Some transplanted fat cells may not survive and undergo liquefaction, resulting in local swelling and fluid discharge.

- Local unevenness: Uneven injection or uneven fat absorption may cause irregularities in the temples, necessitating secondary revision.

- Fat embolism: Although rare, if fat particles enter the bloodstream, they can cause vascular embolism, leading to severe consequences such as blindness or cerebral infarction.

Self-Diagnosis of Symptoms

If you notice significant hollowing in your temples, affecting facial aesthetics and creating a desire for improvement, you may preliminarily consider autologous fat grafting for the temples. However, final suitability must be determined through a comprehensive evaluation by a qualified physician at a legitimate medical facility.

Select Treatment Plan

The physician will develop a personalized treatment plan based on the patient's facial features, overall health condition, and individual needs. For patients with abundant fat, the abdomen or thighs may be selected as the donor site for fat harvesting. Patients with mild volume deficiency may achieve satisfactory results with a single injection session, whereas those with severe hollowing may require multiple staged procedures.

Treatment Outcomes

- Short-term outcomes: Immediately after surgery, the temples appear fuller, facial contours are significantly improved, and the prominence of the cheekbones is visually reduced, resulting in smoother, more harmonious facial lines.

- Long-term outcomes: Typically, after 3 to 6 months post-surgery, once the fat cells have stabilized and survived, the results can be long-lasting. However, individual results may vary depending on factors such as personal physiology, the surgeon's expertise, and post-operative care.

Is This Right for Me?

This procedure is suitable for individuals with sunken temples who wish to improve their facial contour, achieving a fuller and more aesthetically pleasing appearance. However, the following groups should not undergo this surgery:

- Patients with blood disorders or those taking anticoagulant medications, as this may lead to uncontrollable bleeding during the procedure or postoperative hematoma.

- Patients with infections or inflammation in the temple area, as the surgery could exacerbate the infection.

- Women who are menstruating, pregnant, or breastfeeding, as their bodies are in special physiological states; the surgery could have adverse effects on themselves, their fetuses, or infants.

Select Equipment

Commonly used equipment during surgery includes liposuction devices and injection devices.

Liposuction devices: Such as suction-assisted liposuction machines. Different brands and models of liposuction machines may vary in liposuction efficiency and the degree of damage to fat cells. Generally, it is recommended to choose liposuction machines produced by reputable manufacturers and certified, as they enable more precise fat extraction while minimizing damage to fat cells.

Injection devices: Such as syringes or microneedles. High-quality injection devices ensure more uniform delivery of fat cells to the temple area, thereby improving the filling effect.

Select Equipment

Commonly used equipment during surgery includes liposuction devices and injection devices.

Liposuction devices: Such as suction-assisted liposuction machines. Different brands and models may vary in liposuction efficiency and the degree of damage to fat cells. Generally, it is recommended to choose liposuction machines produced by reputable manufacturers and certified, as they enable more precise fat removal while minimizing damage to fat cells.

Injection devices: Such as syringes or micro-needles. High-quality injection devices ensure more uniform distribution of fat cells into the temples, enhancing the volumizing effect.

Price

The cost of autologous fat grafting for temple augmentation varies depending on the region, hospital, surgeon's experience, and surgical complexity. Typically, prices range from approximately 1,500,000 KRW to 8,000,000 KRW. In major cities with reputable hospitals, fees may be higher, while in smaller cities or standard medical facilities, prices tend to be lower.

Expected Results

The ideal outcome is a full, natural-looking temple area that harmonizes with the rest of the face, resulting in a more attractive facial contour and a youthful, energetic appearance.

However, due to individual variations, fat cell survival rates may differ, potentially requiring multiple sessions to achieve the desired result. Additionally, the results may not be absolutely perfect; slight asymmetry or unevenness can occur, but an experienced physician will take every measure to minimize such issues.

Combination Therapy

Combined with Hyaluronic Acid Fillers: For patients with severe temporal hollowing, autologous fat grafting can be performed first for primary volume restoration, followed by hyaluronic acid injections for fine-tuning to achieve a more natural and flawless result.

Combined with Facelift Surgery: If patients present not only with temporal hollowing but also with facial skin laxity, autologous fat grafting to the temples can be combined with a facelift procedure to achieve superior facial rejuvenation outcomes.

Side Effects and Complications

- Infection: If sterilization is not strict during surgery or postoperative care is improper, infection may occur, manifesting as local redness, swelling, pain, fever, and other symptoms.

- Hematoma: Blood vessels may be damaged during liposuction or injection, leading to localized bleeding and hematoma formation. Most hematomas gradually resolve postoperatively, but larger ones may require further intervention.

- Fat liquefaction: Some transplanted fat cells may fail to survive and undergo liquefaction, resulting in localized swelling and fluid discharge.

- Irregular surface: Uneven injection or uneven fat absorption can cause unevenness in the temple area, necessitating secondary revision.

- Fat embolism: Although rare, if fat particles enter the bloodstream, they may cause vascular embolism, leading to severe consequences such as blindness or cerebral infarction.

Select Equipment

In addition to the liposuction machines and injection devices mentioned earlier, equipment such as centrifuges are also used during the fat processing procedure. When selecting equipment, consider its performance, stability, and safety. For instance, the precision of speed and centrifugation time control in a centrifuge directly affects the purification efficiency of fat cells; therefore, choose a centrifuge capable of accurately controlling these parameters.

Contraindications for the Procedure

In addition to the unsuitable groups mentioned earlier, patients with allergies to anesthetic drugs are also not suitable for this procedure.

Surgery is not recommended for patients with severe psychological disorders or those who have unrealistic expectations regarding the surgical outcomes.

Contraindications

In addition to the groups previously mentioned, patients with allergies to anesthetic drugs are not suitable for this procedure.

Patients with severe psychological disorders or unrealistic expectations regarding surgical outcomes are not recommended to undergo the surgery.

Side Effects

In addition to the side effects and complications mentioned above, local skin numbness or reduced sensation may also occur, typically resolving gradually within a period after surgery.

The side effects and complications mentioned above are as follows:

- Infection: If sterilization is not rigorous during the procedure or postoperative care is inadequate, infection may occur, manifesting as local redness, swelling, pain, and fever.

- Hematoma: Blood vessels may be damaged during liposuction or injection, leading to local bleeding and hematoma formation. Small hematomas usually resolve gradually after surgery, but larger ones may require further intervention.

- Fat liquefaction: Some transplanted fat cells may not survive and undergo liquefaction, resulting in local swelling and fluid discharge.

- Local unevenness: Uneven injection or uneven fat absorption may cause irregularities in the temples, necessitating secondary revision.

- Fat embolism: Although rare, if fat particles enter the bloodstream, they can cause vascular embolism, leading to severe consequences such as blindness or cerebral infarction.

Self-Diagnosis of Symptoms

If you notice significant hollowing in your temples, affecting facial aesthetics and creating a desire for improvement, you may preliminarily consider autologous fat grafting for the temples. However, final suitability must be determined through a comprehensive evaluation by a qualified physician at a legitimate medical facility.

Select Treatment Plan

The physician will develop a personalized treatment plan based on the patient's facial features, overall health condition, and individual needs. For patients with abundant fat, the abdomen or thighs may be selected as the donor site for fat harvesting. Patients with mild volume deficiency may achieve satisfactory results with a single injection session, whereas those with severe hollowing may require multiple staged procedures.

Treatment Outcomes

- Short-term outcomes: Immediately after surgery, the temples appear fuller, facial contours are significantly improved, and the prominence of the cheekbones is visually reduced, resulting in smoother, more harmonious facial lines.

- Long-term outcomes: Typically, after 3 to 6 months post-surgery, once the fat cells have stabilized and survived, the results can be long-lasting. However, individual results may vary depending on factors such as personal physiology, the surgeon's expertise, and post-operative care.

Is This Right for Me?

This procedure is suitable for individuals with sunken temples who wish to improve their facial contour, achieving a fuller and more aesthetically pleasing appearance. However, the following groups should not undergo this surgery:

- Patients with blood disorders or those taking anticoagulant medications, as this may lead to uncontrollable bleeding during the procedure or postoperative hematoma.

- Patients with infections or inflammation in the temple area, as the surgery could exacerbate the infection.

- Women who are menstruating, pregnant, or breastfeeding, as their bodies are in special physiological states; the surgery could have adverse effects on themselves, their fetuses, or infants.

Select Equipment

Commonly used equipment during surgery includes liposuction devices and injection devices.

Liposuction devices: Such as suction-assisted liposuction machines. Different brands and models of liposuction machines may vary in liposuction efficiency and the degree of damage to fat cells. Generally, it is recommended to choose liposuction machines produced by reputable manufacturers and certified, as they enable more precise fat extraction while minimizing damage to fat cells.

Injection devices: Such as syringes or microneedles. High-quality injection devices ensure more uniform delivery of fat cells to the temple area, thereby improving the filling effect.

Select Equipment

Commonly used equipment during surgery includes liposuction devices and injection devices.

Liposuction devices: Such as suction-assisted liposuction machines. Different brands and models may vary in liposuction efficiency and the degree of damage to fat cells. Generally, it is recommended to choose liposuction machines produced by reputable manufacturers and certified, as they enable more precise fat removal while minimizing damage to fat cells.

Injection devices: Such as syringes or micro-needles. High-quality injection devices ensure more uniform distribution of fat cells into the temples, enhancing the volumizing effect.

Price

The cost of autologous fat grafting for temple augmentation varies depending on the region, hospital, surgeon's experience, and surgical complexity. Typically, prices range from approximately 1,500,000 KRW to 8,000,000 KRW. In major cities with reputable hospitals, fees may be higher, while in smaller cities or standard medical facilities, prices tend to be lower.

Expected Results

The ideal outcome is a full, natural-looking temple area that harmonizes with the rest of the face, resulting in a more attractive facial contour and a youthful, energetic appearance.

However, due to individual variations, fat cell survival rates may differ, potentially requiring multiple sessions to achieve the desired result. Additionally, the results may not be absolutely perfect; slight asymmetry or unevenness can occur, but an experienced physician will take every measure to minimize such issues.

Combination Therapy

Combined with Hyaluronic Acid Fillers: For patients with severe temporal hollowing, autologous fat grafting can be performed first for primary volume restoration, followed by hyaluronic acid injections for fine-tuning to achieve a more natural and flawless result.

Combined with Facelift Surgery: If patients present not only with temporal hollowing but also with facial skin laxity, autologous fat grafting to the temples can be combined with a facelift procedure to achieve superior facial rejuvenation outcomes.

Side Effects and Complications

- Infection: If sterilization is not strict during surgery or postoperative care is improper, infection may occur, manifesting as local redness, swelling, pain, fever, and other symptoms.

- Hematoma: Blood vessels may be damaged during liposuction or injection, leading to localized bleeding and hematoma formation. Most hematomas gradually resolve postoperatively, but larger ones may require further intervention.

- Fat liquefaction: Some transplanted fat cells may fail to survive and undergo liquefaction, resulting in localized swelling and fluid discharge.

- Irregular surface: Uneven injection or uneven fat absorption can cause unevenness in the temple area, necessitating secondary revision.

- Fat embolism: Although rare, if fat particles enter the bloodstream, they may cause vascular embolism, leading to severe consequences such as blindness or cerebral infarction.

Select Equipment

In addition to the liposuction machines and injection devices mentioned earlier, equipment such as centrifuges are also used during the fat processing procedure. When selecting equipment, consider its performance, stability, and safety. For instance, the precision of speed and centrifugation time control in a centrifuge directly affects the purification efficiency of fat cells; therefore, choose a centrifuge capable of accurately controlling these parameters.

Contraindications for the Procedure

In addition to the unsuitable groups mentioned earlier, patients with allergies to anesthetic drugs are also not suitable for this procedure.

Surgery is not recommended for patients with severe psychological disorders or those who have unrealistic expectations regarding the surgical outcomes.

Contraindications

In addition to the groups previously mentioned, patients with allergies to anesthetic drugs are not suitable for this procedure.

Patients with severe psychological disorders or unrealistic expectations regarding surgical outcomes are not recommended to undergo the surgery.

Side Effects

In addition to the side effects and complications mentioned above, local skin numbness or reduced sensation may also occur, typically resolving gradually within a period after surgery.

The side effects and complications mentioned above are as follows:

- Infection: If sterilization is not rigorous during the procedure or postoperative care is inadequate, infection may occur, manifesting as local redness, swelling, pain, and fever.

- Hematoma: Blood vessels may be damaged during liposuction or injection, leading to local bleeding and hematoma formation. Small hematomas usually resolve gradually after surgery, but larger ones may require further intervention.

- Fat liquefaction: Some transplanted fat cells may not survive and undergo liquefaction, resulting in local swelling and fluid discharge.

- Local unevenness: Uneven injection or uneven fat absorption may cause irregularities in the temples, necessitating secondary revision.

- Fat embolism: Although rare, if fat particles enter the bloodstream, they can cause vascular embolism, leading to severe consequences such as blindness or cerebral infarction.

Self-Diagnosis of Symptoms

If you notice significant hollowing in your temples, affecting facial aesthetics and creating a desire for improvement, you may preliminarily consider autologous fat grafting for the temples. However, final suitability must be determined through a comprehensive evaluation by a qualified physician at a legitimate medical facility.

Select Treatment Plan

The physician will develop a personalized treatment plan based on the patient's facial features, overall health condition, and individual needs. For patients with abundant fat, the abdomen or thighs may be selected as the donor site for fat harvesting. Patients with mild volume deficiency may achieve satisfactory results with a single injection session, whereas those with severe hollowing may require multiple staged procedures.

Treatment Outcomes

- Short-term outcomes: Immediately after surgery, the temples appear fuller, facial contours are significantly improved, and the prominence of the cheekbones is visually reduced, resulting in smoother, more harmonious facial lines.

- Long-term outcomes: Typically, after 3 to 6 months post-surgery, once the fat cells have stabilized and survived, the results can be long-lasting. However, individual results may vary depending on factors such as personal physiology, the surgeon's expertise, and post-operative care.

Is This Right for Me?

This procedure is suitable for individuals with sunken temples who wish to improve their facial contour, achieving a fuller and more aesthetically pleasing appearance. However, the following groups should not undergo this surgery:

- Patients with blood disorders or those taking anticoagulant medications, as this may lead to uncontrollable bleeding during the procedure or postoperative hematoma.

- Patients with infections or inflammation in the temple area, as the surgery could exacerbate the infection.

- Women who are menstruating, pregnant, or breastfeeding, as their bodies are in special physiological states; the surgery could have adverse effects on themselves, their fetuses, or infants.

Select Equipment

Commonly used equipment during surgery includes liposuction devices and injection devices.

Liposuction devices: Such as suction-assisted liposuction machines. Different brands and models of liposuction machines may vary in liposuction efficiency and the degree of damage to fat cells. Generally, it is recommended to choose liposuction machines produced by reputable manufacturers and certified, as they enable more precise fat extraction while minimizing damage to fat cells.

Injection devices: Such as syringes or microneedles. High-quality injection devices ensure more uniform delivery of fat cells to the temple area, thereby improving the filling effect.

Select Equipment

Commonly used equipment during surgery includes liposuction devices and injection devices.

Liposuction devices: Such as suction-assisted liposuction machines. Different brands and models may vary in liposuction efficiency and the degree of damage to fat cells. Generally, it is recommended to choose liposuction machines produced by reputable manufacturers and certified, as they enable more precise fat removal while minimizing damage to fat cells.

Injection devices: Such as syringes or micro-needles. High-quality injection devices ensure more uniform distribution of fat cells into the temples, enhancing the volumizing effect.

Price

The cost of autologous fat grafting for temple augmentation varies depending on the region, hospital, surgeon's experience, and surgical complexity. Typically, prices range from approximately 1,500,000 KRW to 8,000,000 KRW. In major cities with reputable hospitals, fees may be higher, while in smaller cities or standard medical facilities, prices tend to be lower.

Expected Results

The ideal outcome is a full, natural-looking temple area that harmonizes with the rest of the face, resulting in a more attractive facial contour and a youthful, energetic appearance.

However, due to individual variations, fat cell survival rates may differ, potentially requiring multiple sessions to achieve the desired result. Additionally, the results may not be absolutely perfect; slight asymmetry or unevenness can occur, but an experienced physician will take every measure to minimize such issues.

Combination Therapy

Combined with Hyaluronic Acid Fillers: For patients with severe temporal hollowing, autologous fat grafting can be performed first for primary volume restoration, followed by hyaluronic acid injections for fine-tuning to achieve a more natural and flawless result.

Combined with Facelift Surgery: If patients present not only with temporal hollowing but also with facial skin laxity, autologous fat grafting to the temples can be combined with a facelift procedure to achieve superior facial rejuvenation outcomes.

Side Effects and Complications

- Infection: If sterilization is not strict during surgery or postoperative care is improper, infection may occur, manifesting as local redness, swelling, pain, fever, and other symptoms.

- Hematoma: Blood vessels may be damaged during liposuction or injection, leading to localized bleeding and hematoma formation. Most hematomas gradually resolve postoperatively, but larger ones may require further intervention.

- Fat liquefaction: Some transplanted fat cells may fail to survive and undergo liquefaction, resulting in localized swelling and fluid discharge.

- Irregular surface: Uneven injection or uneven fat absorption can cause unevenness in the temple area, necessitating secondary revision.

- Fat embolism: Although rare, if fat particles enter the bloodstream, they may cause vascular embolism, leading to severe consequences such as blindness or cerebral infarction.

Select Equipment

In addition to the liposuction machines and injection devices mentioned earlier, equipment such as centrifuges are also used during the fat processing procedure. When selecting equipment, consider its performance, stability, and safety. For instance, the precision of speed and centrifugation time control in a centrifuge directly affects the purification efficiency of fat cells; therefore, choose a centrifuge capable of accurately controlling these parameters.

Contraindications for the Procedure

In addition to the unsuitable groups mentioned earlier, patients with allergies to anesthetic drugs are also not suitable for this procedure.

Surgery is not recommended for patients with severe psychological disorders or those who have unrealistic expectations regarding the surgical outcomes.

Contraindications

In addition to the groups previously mentioned, patients with allergies to anesthetic drugs are not suitable for this procedure.

Patients with severe psychological disorders or unrealistic expectations regarding surgical outcomes are not recommended to undergo the surgery.

Side Effects

In addition to the side effects and complications mentioned above, local skin numbness or reduced sensation may also occur, typically resolving gradually within a period after surgery.

The side effects and complications mentioned above are as follows:

- Infection: If sterilization is not rigorous during the procedure or postoperative care is inadequate, infection may occur, manifesting as local redness, swelling, pain, and fever.

- Hematoma: Blood vessels may be damaged during liposuction or injection, leading to local bleeding and hematoma formation. Small hematomas usually resolve gradually after surgery, but larger ones may require further intervention.

- Fat liquefaction: Some transplanted fat cells may not survive and undergo liquefaction, resulting in local swelling and fluid discharge.

- Local unevenness: Uneven injection or uneven fat absorption may cause irregularities in the temples, necessitating secondary revision.

- Fat embolism: Although rare, if fat particles enter the bloodstream, they can cause vascular embolism, leading to severe consequences such as blindness or cerebral infarction.

Self-Diagnosis of Symptoms

If you notice significant hollowing in your temples, affecting facial aesthetics and creating a desire for improvement, you may preliminarily consider autologous fat grafting for the temples. However, final suitability must be determined through a comprehensive evaluation by a qualified physician at a legitimate medical facility.

Select Treatment Plan

The physician will develop a personalized treatment plan based on the patient's facial features, overall health condition, and individual needs. For patients with abundant fat, the abdomen or thighs may be selected as the donor site for fat harvesting. Patients with mild volume deficiency may achieve satisfactory results with a single injection session, whereas those with severe hollowing may require multiple staged procedures.

Treatment Outcomes

- Short-term outcomes: Immediately after surgery, the temples appear fuller, facial contours are significantly improved, and the prominence of the cheekbones is visually reduced, resulting in smoother, more harmonious facial lines.

- Long-term outcomes: Typically, after 3 to 6 months post-surgery, once the fat cells have stabilized and survived, the results can be long-lasting. However, individual results may vary depending on factors such as personal physiology, the surgeon's expertise, and post-operative care.

Is This Right for Me?

This procedure is suitable for individuals with sunken temples who wish to improve their facial contour, achieving a fuller and more aesthetically pleasing appearance. However, the following groups should not undergo this surgery:

- Patients with blood disorders or those taking anticoagulant medications, as this may lead to uncontrollable bleeding during the procedure or postoperative hematoma.

- Patients with infections or inflammation in the temple area, as the surgery could exacerbate the infection.

- Women who are menstruating, pregnant, or breastfeeding, as their bodies are in special physiological states; the surgery could have adverse effects on themselves, their fetuses, or infants.

Select Equipment

Commonly used equipment during surgery includes liposuction devices and injection devices.

Liposuction devices: Such as suction-assisted liposuction machines. Different brands and models of liposuction machines may vary in liposuction efficiency and the degree of damage to fat cells. Generally, it is recommended to choose liposuction machines produced by reputable manufacturers and certified, as they enable more precise fat extraction while minimizing damage to fat cells.

Injection devices: Such as syringes or microneedles. High-quality injection devices ensure more uniform delivery of fat cells to the temple area, thereby improving the filling effect.

Select Equipment

Commonly used equipment during surgery includes liposuction devices and injection devices.

Liposuction devices: Such as suction-assisted liposuction machines. Different brands and models may vary in liposuction efficiency and the degree of damage to fat cells. Generally, it is recommended to choose liposuction machines produced by reputable manufacturers and certified, as they enable more precise fat removal while minimizing damage to fat cells.

Injection devices: Such as syringes or micro-needles. High-quality injection devices ensure more uniform distribution of fat cells into the temples, enhancing the volumizing effect.

Price

The cost of autologous fat grafting for temple augmentation varies depending on the region, hospital, surgeon's experience, and surgical complexity. Typically, prices range from approximately 1,500,000 KRW to 8,000,000 KRW. In major cities with reputable hospitals, fees may be higher, while in smaller cities or standard medical facilities, prices tend to be lower.

Expected Results

The ideal outcome is a full, natural-looking temple area that harmonizes with the rest of the face, resulting in a more attractive facial contour and a youthful, energetic appearance.

However, due to individual variations, fat cell survival rates may differ, potentially requiring multiple sessions to achieve the desired result. Additionally, the results may not be absolutely perfect; slight asymmetry or unevenness can occur, but an experienced physician will take every measure to minimize such issues.

Combination Therapy

Combined with Hyaluronic Acid Fillers: For patients with severe temporal hollowing, autologous fat grafting can be performed first for primary volume restoration, followed by hyaluronic acid injections for fine-tuning to achieve a more natural and flawless result.

Combined with Facelift Surgery: If patients present not only with temporal hollowing but also with facial skin laxity, autologous fat grafting to the temples can be combined with a facelift procedure to achieve superior facial rejuvenation outcomes.

Side Effects and Complications

- Infection: If sterilization is not strict during surgery or postoperative care is improper, infection may occur, manifesting as local redness, swelling, pain, fever, and other symptoms.

- Hematoma: Blood vessels may be damaged during liposuction or injection, leading to localized bleeding and hematoma formation. Most hematomas gradually resolve postoperatively, but larger ones may require further intervention.

- Fat liquefaction: Some transplanted fat cells may fail to survive and undergo liquefaction, resulting in localized swelling and fluid discharge.

- Irregular surface: Uneven injection or uneven fat absorption can cause unevenness in the temple area, necessitating secondary revision.

- Fat embolism: Although rare, if fat particles enter the bloodstream, they may cause vascular embolism, leading to severe consequences such as blindness or cerebral infarction.

Select Equipment

In addition to the liposuction machines and injection devices mentioned earlier, equipment such as centrifuges are also used during the fat processing procedure. When selecting equipment, consider its performance, stability, and safety. For instance, the precision of speed and centrifugation time control in a centrifuge directly affects the purification efficiency of fat cells; therefore, choose a centrifuge capable of accurately controlling these parameters.

Contraindications for the Procedure

In addition to the unsuitable groups mentioned earlier, patients with allergies to anesthetic drugs are also not suitable for this procedure.

Surgery is not recommended for patients with severe psychological disorders or those who have unrealistic expectations regarding the surgical outcomes.

Contraindications

In addition to the groups previously mentioned, patients with allergies to anesthetic drugs are not suitable for this procedure.

Patients with severe psychological disorders or unrealistic expectations regarding surgical outcomes are not recommended to undergo the surgery.

Side Effects

In addition to the side effects and complications mentioned above, local skin numbness or reduced sensation may also occur, typically resolving gradually within a period after surgery.

The side effects and complications mentioned above are as follows:

- Infection: If sterilization is not rigorous during the procedure or postoperative care is inadequate, infection may occur, manifesting as local redness, swelling, pain, and fever.

- Hematoma: Blood vessels may be damaged during liposuction or injection, leading to local bleeding and hematoma formation. Small hematomas usually resolve gradually after surgery, but larger ones may require further intervention.

- Fat liquefaction: Some transplanted fat cells may not survive and undergo liquefaction, resulting in local swelling and fluid discharge.

- Local unevenness: Uneven injection or uneven fat absorption may cause irregularities in the temples, necessitating secondary revision.

- Fat embolism: Although rare, if fat particles enter the bloodstream, they can cause vascular embolism, leading to severe consequences such as blindness or cerebral infarction.

Self-Diagnosis of Symptoms

If you notice significant hollowing in your temples, affecting facial aesthetics and creating a desire for improvement, you may preliminarily consider autologous fat grafting for the temples. However, final suitability must be determined through a comprehensive evaluation by a qualified physician at a legitimate medical facility.

Select Treatment Plan

The physician will develop a personalized treatment plan based on the patient's facial features, overall health condition, and individual needs. For patients with abundant fat, the abdomen or thighs may be selected as the donor site for fat harvesting. Patients with mild volume deficiency may achieve satisfactory results with a single injection session, whereas those with severe hollowing may require multiple staged procedures.