title: Anatomical Basis for Safe and Effective Volumization of the Temple.
abstract: BACKGROUND
  One of the earliest but often unaddressed signs of facial aging is volume loss in the temple. Treatment of the area can produce satisfying results for both patient and practitioner.
  
  
  OBJECTIVE
  Safe injection requires explicit knowledge of the anatomy to avoid complications related to the multitude of vessels that course throughout the region at various depths. The authors aim to detail the anatomy of the area and provide a safe and easy-to-follow method for injection.
  
  
  METHODS
  The authors review the relevant anatomy of the temporal region and its application to cosmetic filler injections.
  
  
  RESULTS
  The authors describe an easy-to-follow approach for a safe and effective injection window based on numerous anatomical studies. Injection in this area is not without risk, including potential blindness. The authors review the potential complications and their treatments.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Hollowing of the temple is an early sign of aging that, when corrected, can lead to significant patient and practitioner satisfaction. Proper anatomically knowledge is required to avoid potentially severe complications. In this study, the authors present a reliable technique to safely and effectively augment this often undertreated area of the aging face.
authors.affiliation: *UCLA Division of Dermatology, Los Angeles, California; †Private Practice, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; ‡Dermatology Surgery and Laser Center, White Plains, New York, Department of Dermatology, New York University Medical School, New York, New York; §Affiliate Clinical Professor of Dermatology, University of South Florida and Private Practice, Bradenton, Florida.
authors.forename: Andrew D
authors.initials: AD
authors.lastname: Breithaupt
authors.forename: Derek H
authors.initials: DH
authors.lastname: Jones
authors.forename: Andre
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Braz
authors.forename: Rhoda
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Narins
authors.forename: Susan
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Weinkle
mesh_terms: D003357:Cosmetic Techniques; D006801:Humans; D006820:Hyaluronic Acid / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D007267:Injections; D012060:Rejuvenation; D013702:Temporal Lobe / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D055675:Viscosupplements / Q000008:administration & dosage
chemical_list: D055675:Viscosupplements; D006820:Hyaluronic Acid