RADIESSE®

Quick Facts About RADIESSE®

  • Principle Benefits: Restores lost volume and improves skin firmness while stimulating collagen production for long-term rejuvenation.
  • Treatment Process: Performed in-office, with sessions typically lasting 30-60 minutes depending on the treatment area.
  • Recovery: Minimal downtime; patients can typically resume normal activities immediately after treatment.
  • Longevity of Results: Results are immediate for volume restoration, with collagen stimulation providing gradual improvements that can last 12-18 months or longer.
  • Cost: The cost of RADIESSE® varies depending on the treatment area and the amount of product used. A personalized quote will be provided during your consultation.

What is RADIESSE®?

RADIESSE® stands out from other dermal fillers due to its unique formula composed of Calcium Hydroxyapatite, rather than hyaluronic acid. This innovative formula offers biostimulating benefits, as the Calcium Hydroxyapatite is suspended in a water-based gel, allowing smooth, tiny spheres to provide instant volume while stimulating your body’s natural collagen production. As an FDA-approved, bio-compatible treatment, RADIESSE® does not require prior allergy testing. The effects of RADIESSE® are generally immediate, as the gel adds noticeable volume at the injection site, while the biostimulation of collagen ensures long-lasting, rejuvenating results.

What Can RADIESSE® Treat?

As both a dermal filler and a biostimulator, RADIESSE® offers versatile treatment options for the face, neck, and body. In its traditional form, RADIESSE® can restore lost facial volume, helping your skin appear fuller, smoother, and more youthful. Many of our patients choose this treatment to address common signs of aging, such as wrinkles, creases, deep folds, or volume loss around the mouth, nose, temples, or cheeks. Our skilled injectors have also used RADIESSE® effectively to reduce the prominence of certain types of scars.
For patients who have noticed their hands taking on a more aged appearance, RADIESSE® can restore lost volume for skin that looks more plump, youthful, and smooth. For those interested in enhancing lip volume, JUVÉDERM® may be a more suitable option for effective lip augmentation.

Hyper-Dilute RADIESSE® for the Face, Neck, and Body

Hyper-dilute RADIESSE® is an innovative treatment designed to improve skin texture, firmness, and elasticity on the face, neck, and body. Unlike traditional RADIESSE® injections that focus on restoring volume, hyper-dilute RADIESSE® involves mixing the formula with saline or lidocaine to create a smoother, spreadable solution that acts primarily as a biostimulator. Once injected, it stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, which are essential for maintaining youthful, resilient skin.
This treatment is ideal for addressing crepey skin, fine lines, or laxity in areas like the neck, décolletage, arms, abdomen, thighs, and buttocks. Patients can enjoy gradual, natural-looking improvements as their skin becomes firmer, smoother, and more rejuvenated over time. With minimal downtime and long-lasting results, hyper-dilute RADIESSE® is an excellent choice for those seeking comprehensive skin rejuvenation without surgery.

How Long Does RADIESSE® Treatment Take?

Depending upon the number of treatment areas, your RADIESSE® treatment will typically last about 30 minutes. Many of our patients visit us during their lunch hour for dermal filler treatments and return to work or their normal daily activities immediately afterward. At KMP Aesthetics, we also offer our patients the option of using a topical numbing agent to maximize your comfort during your injectable treatment. If you would like to take advantage of this complimentary service, please add fifteen minutes to your total treatment time.

What Results Can I Expect With RADIESSE®?

When injected into the treatment area, the Calcium Hydroxyapatite in RADIESSE® immediately restores lost volume, offering quick, noticeable results that make it a popular choice among our patients. However, the benefits go beyond instant improvement: as a biostimulatory agent, the calcium microspheres are gradually absorbed by the body, stimulating natural collagen production to replace them and deliver long-lasting results.

For most patients, RADIESSE® offers smoother, fuller, more youthful looking skin for about one year, though some patients enjoy results for as long as 15 months. When you notice the benefits of RADIESSE® begin to wane, you can schedule an appointment with our office for a touch-up treatment to maintain your results.

How Does RADIESSE® Work?

Upon injection, the smooth calcium microspheres add volume. They correct the deep folds and facial wrinkles caused by collagen loss that is natural with aging. The microspheres act as “pillars” to fill the space that was once occupied by naturally occurring collagen. Once injected, RADIESSE® also begins to encourage your body to produce new collagen, which will replace the RADIESSE® as it begins to be broken down by your body.

The photos below illustrate this process: the photo on the left shows the presence of RADIESSE® once injected. The picture on the right illustrates how collagen begins to form around the spheres creating the structure to correct deep folds and wrinkles. Collagen growth and replacement will take place in approximately 3 months from the initial treatment.

Collagen Formation

Do RADIESSE® Injections Hurt?

At KMP Aesthetics, the safety and comfort of our patients are our primary concerns. To help you feel as comfortable as possible during your treatment, our injectors can add Lidocaine (a numbing agent) to the RADIESSE® formula before your injection. Though you may feel a slight pinch or ache at first, the Lidocaine can work to make this feeling disappear after a few moments. In addition, we offer a complimentary topical numbing agent for any patient who wishes to maximize their comfort during dermal filler injections. Some patients may experience mild swelling or bruising after treatment, though these side effects should dissipate quickly. For your safety, if you are sensitive or allergic to Lidocaine or Xylocaine, please alert your aesthetic professional during the consultation process.

What Are Common RADIESSE® Side Effects?

While it is difficult to predict how any one individual will react to an injection, most patients experience very few, if any, side effects. The most common reactions to RADIESSE® injections include tenderness, mild bruising, small bumps at the injection site, or slight swelling. These reactions usually resolve within 2-7 days of treatment; however, some patients may experience these side effects for up to 2 weeks. These side effects are considered a normal reaction of the body and are part of the healing process. Long-lasting side effects are quite uncommon, and most of our patients return to their normal daily lives as soon as they leave our office.

How Can I Manage RADIESSE® Side Effects?

If you routinely take medication or supplements that thin the blood, your chances of bruising or swelling after your RADIESSE® treatment may be increased. Common blood thinners include: fish oil, aspirin, and ibuprofen. By discontinuing the use of these blood thinners a week before your treatment, you can greatly reduce your risk of these side effects. In addition, taking Arnica Montana sublingually (dissolved under the tongue) can help minimize the side effects of dermal filler injections. However, if you have been advised to take these medications or supplements by your physician, we recommend you continue to take these blood thinners as prescribed.

What Kind of Feedback Is Available on RADIESSE®?

We have included a link from the website for RADIESSE® if you would like more information on how RADIESSE® compares to other dermal fillers on the market. At KMP Aesthetics, our injectors have found that different dermal fillers are best suited for specific areas. To review some of the statistics available, please visit the link below:

How Much Does RADIESSE® Treatment Cost?

Cost for treatment varies considerably based on the individual and their unique goals and desires. RADIESSE® is sold by the syringe and therefore the price is determined based on the degree of correction desired. Greater correction may require multiple syringes. We endeavor to provide you with the best combined value of cost and exceptional patient care under the skilled hands of our skilled injectors.

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For more information about the benefits of RADIESSE®, or to schedule a consultation, please contact our office today.