Treacherous Territory: Temple Fillers and Tissue Necrosis

Accidental injection of hyaluronic acid caused temporary hair loss and skin damage, but treatment restored hair and healed the skin.

This article reports a case of a 30-year-old woman developing alopecia after a hyaluronic acid injection, with trichoscopic findings described for the first time.

This study highlights the significant risk of vascular embolism associated with hyaluronic acid filler injections, emphasizing concerns about potential irreversible damage when fillers are injected in "unexplored" facial areas due to complex and variable facial anatomy.

This case report highlights a rare instance of filler-induced alopecia in a young woman following hyaluronic acid filler injections, showing successful hair regrowth and scar resolution through multidisciplinary treatment including hyaluronidase and other therapies, emphasizing early recognition and intervention.