
Dr. Negar Bahrololoumi Bafruee is a highly respected dermatologist and hair specialist with over 10 years of experience in the […]
A temple lift (temporal lift) is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that:
✔ Tightens sagging skin in the temple/upper face area
✔ Restores youthful facial contours
✔ Improves harmony between forehead, brows, and eyes
🔹 Patients with temple hollowing or volume loss
🔹 Those with sagging skin causing a tired appearance
🔹 People seeking subtle yet impactful facial rejuvenation
🔹 Individuals wanting to avoid a full facelift
Small incisions made within hairline (hidden scarring)
SMAS layer (deep tissue) lifted and repositioned
Excess skin gently trimmed
Absorbable sutures used for closure
Duration: 1-2 hours (performed under local or twilight anesthesia)
▸ Brow lift – For comprehensive upper face rejuvenation
▸ Facelift – For full facial tightening
▸ Fillers/fat grafting – To restore volume
✅ Natural-looking lift without “pulled” appearance
✅ Minimal downtime compared to full facelift
✅ Long-lasting results (5-7 years)
✅ Subtle but transformative outcome
✔ Days 1-3: Swelling/bruising peaks (cold compresses recommended)
✔ Week 1: Sutures removed (if non-dissolvable)
✔ Week 2: Most patients resume work
✔ Month 1: Final results become visible
• Immediate improvement in sagging
• Progressive tightening over 3-6 months
• Maintenance options: Thread lifts, RF treatments
⚠ Must be board-certified in plastic surgery
⚠ Specialized experience in facial procedures
⚠ Before/after portfolio of temple lifts
A temple lift offers targeted rejuvenation for those seeking to refresh their upper face and temporal region without extensive surgery. Consult an experienced facial plastic surgeon to discuss your goals.