Baton Rouge Radiesse doctors

	Chad L. Prather, MD Baton Rouge Dermatologist 7414 Picardy Ave Suite C, Baton Rouge		4 answers
	Russell Saloom, MD Baton Rouge Oculoplastic Surgeon 9237 Bluebonnet Blvd., Baton Rouge
	James W. Wade II, MD Baton Rouge Plastic Surgeon 5233 Dijon Drive, Baton Rouge

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Radiesse in the Nose? I had Rhinoplasty a year ago. And I have a little dip or curve on one side of my nose. My PS said it wasn't worth going under the knife again for what i have and the results may not be guaranteed. So he suggested using a small amount of Radisese next to the bone. He said the results could last forever. Is it safe to use in the nose? And if they are, why aren't fillers FDA approved for the nose? I don't know what to do, if I should just leave it alone or use the filler?

A: Non-surgical rhinoplasty with Radiesse

Radiesse, a long-lasting filler, can be used at times and in small amounts to improve nasal shape and contour without further need for surgery. It's never placed superficially because it will have an unnatural appearance, but can be placed deeply to correct depressed areas.

Radiesse often lasts for several years, but will not likely be permanent, so repeat injections every few years may be necessary.

Chad L. Prather, MD

Baton Rouge Dermatologist

How Do I Get Rid of White and Reddish Discolorations from Radiesse? Had the same reaction to Radiesse on one side for marionette lines, awful bruising, terrible pain, those are gone but am left with a nickel sized white discoloration and reddish areas from cheek to below lip.

A: Always follow with a physician for filler complications

When having any complication with a filler, it's important to follow up with the injecting physician. What you are experiencing might be due to superficial placement, infection, allergy, or granuloma formation, but it's impossible to know without seeing it in person.

If you are uncomfortable following up with them (especially if they weren't a core trained aesthetic physician such as a dermatologist or plastic surgeon), see the specialists for treatment options.

Chad L. Prather, MD

Baton Rouge Dermatologist

Radeisse Vs. Sculptra for Marionette Lines which is better and more economical for lines at corners of mouth and below?

A: Radiesse and hyaluronic acids work best for marionette lines

Sculptra is a wonderful filler for full face revolumization, including the marionette lines. However, when targeting just the marionette lines, a filler such as Radiesse, Restylane, or Juvederm will be your best choice. You will see the results immediately, and have 6 months to greater than 1 year duration, depending on the product.

Radiesse has the longest duration for this area. If you've never had a filler though, I might recommend a hyaluronic acid such as Juvederm first. Radiesse is a bit stiffer than Juvederm, and I sometimes will reserve this filler for experienced filler patients.

Chad L. Prather, MD

Baton Rouge Dermatologist