Radiesse is injected into the skin, where it stimulates the natural growth of collagen.
Radiesse® fillers, like other injectable fillers, are a non-permanent anti-wrinkle treatment in which material is injected under the skin to plump and smooth the skin. Radiesse® filler costs more per syringe than other fillers, but it generally lasts longer and requires fewer treatments. Its thick consistency and relatively large particles mean it’s especially effective at reducing deep lines, but side effects include lumps under the skin, such as granulomas or nodules, that are difficult to treat. Radiesse® treatments can also be more painful because they are injected at a deeper level than most other fillers.
Radiesse fillers can be used to treat wrinkles.
Radiesse® fillers offer several advantages over other anti-wrinkle treatment options. It’s faster, safer, and cheaper than facelifts and other types of cosmetic surgery, and it doesn’t have the same allergic reaction risks as bovine collagen injections. Radiesse® gel is comparatively thick and often produces immediate and noticeable results with deep lines or scars. It is especially recommended for the treatment of nasolabial folds, the deep lines that go from the outer edges of the lips to the outer edges of the nostrils. Radiesse® fillers are also very effective in restoring facial volume lost due to aging or disease. Injections can make the cheeks look fuller and smoother, and the jawline firmer.
Since all dermal fillers are eventually reabsorbed into the body, they are not permanent.
All dermal fillers are eventually reabsorbed into the body and are not permanent. Radiesse®, which is calcium hydroxyapatite, stimulates the body to produce collagen on its own, so the results of Radiesse® treatment last longer than other injectable fillers. Radiesse® filler injections typically last from one year to 18 months, about twice as long as hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm® or Perlane®. The downside to this is that the negative side effects also last longer.
Radiesse® is a filler that can be used to help minimize wrinkles around the mouth and lips.
Side effects of Radiesse® treatment include the formation of granulomas, which are lumps under the skin. Many doctors discourage the use of a thick gel like Radiesse® under the eyes, where lumps and puffiness are most apparent. Radiesse® injection into the lips can cause lip lumps to form, requiring steroids or surgery.
Radiesse® is more expensive than other fillers. The average treatment costs about twice the cost of a Restylane® treatment. However, based on the staying power of Radiesse® results, the overall cost is still comparable to other fillers. To maximize the chances of a successful Radiesse® treatment, it is important to find a trusted plastic surgeon with extensive experience in this particular type of treatment. A good plastic surgeon can prevent the injection from causing infection, major discomfort, or excessive bruising, which are risks of any injectable filler treatment.