Radiesse Q & A
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Answers (sorted by helpful votes)| Stephen Prendiville, M.D. |  |
How long does Radiesse last?
I have used Radiesse in my practice since 2003 and have found it to last for about 12 months (I agree with a previous post which stated 9-15 months). However, in my hands, the primary indication and the greatest level of satisfaction has... more
| Edgar Franklin Fincher, MD, PhD |  |
Should I try a different filler to correct poor Radiesse results?
Any filler can occasionally result in bumps or slight skin irregularities. It is most often a result of where the filler is placed ( too high in the skin) or how much is used (overcorrection). Generally speaking, these slight imperfections... more
| D.J. Verret, MD |  |
Can I get Radiesse removed?
The short answer is that Radiesse in any location will generally last about a year. Removal is quite difficult and would involve making some kind of incision to remove the underlying material. more
| Ronald Shelton, MD |  |
Will Radiesse injected in my cheeks help hollowness under my eyes?
There are some rare risks with fillers near the eyelids including lumps. The filler needs to be placed deeply, under the muscle for this reason, but there are risks associated with this placement. Filling the cheeks will not help the lower... more
| Michael Sinclair, MD |  |
Will Radiesse dissolve faster if the area is massaged frequently?
About 2 weeks after the Radiesse is injected, it becomes surrounded by collagen. That collagen is going to stabilize the Radiesse. Rubbing is not likely going to do much but make you more swollen.
You might consider getting some additional... more
| Kris M. Reddy, MD |  |
Does Radiesse work for nasolabial folds?
Radiesse can work well for nasolabial folds and marionette lines. However, an experienced injector will utilize the injection that is most likely to produce the best possible natural looking result. Lumpiness is possible with Radiesse even in... more
| Michael Sinclair, MD | |
What does Radiesse look like?
You should also be aware that Radiesse comes in two different sizes.
The standard size is 1.3 cc.
There is also a "touch up" size that is 0.3cc.
When the doctor opens the white and blue box, there should be a sealed metal... more
What can I do about Radiesse lumps?
Q: I had Radiesse done around my nasal folds and corners of my mouth area, and now I have 1 large bump on the inside of the left corner of my mouth. When I open it you can see white, and when I smile, in the crack at the corner you see a large... more
What can I do about bad Radiesse results?
Q: HELP!! BAD Radiesse results......
I had the Radiesse put in the corners (lines)of the mouth area, great results.. however under my eyes!! Is just awful, each side two very noticeable bumps, with a bruise (or now a dark color) on each side,... more
| Edgar Franklin Fincher, MD, PhD | |
Do new wrinkles require dermal fillers or just Botox?
We all get wrinkles for various reasons. The ones that tend to dramatically worsen over time are usually caused by muscle movements and these are amenable to Botox. Botox softens the muscle contractions and shifts the stress from... more
| Edgar Franklin Fincher, MD, PhD | |
What’s the best dermal filler for acne scars?
There are so many fillers these days that it is often difficult to know which is best. Acne scars are a specialized treatment area and thus the choice is often times easier.
The two basic requirements should be that the filler plumps the skin... more
| Ronald Shelton, MD | |
What's the difference between popular wrinkle fillers?
Your doctor will suggest what is best for your condition. The depth and width of the lines determines whether a thicker or finer filler would be used. Restylane and Juvederm are virtually equivalent; some doctors prefer one over the other. more
| Michael Sinclair, MD | |
What is Radiance?
Radiance is the old name for the current product sold by Bioform, now called Radiesse. The name was changed about 5 years ago.
At that time, Bioform increased the size of the syringes from 1.0 cc to 1.3 cc and dropped the price. Initially it... more
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