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Does Fraxel Minimize the Results of Radiesse?
asked 3 years ago by chipmunk in Atlanta GA
Latest answer by Nissan Pilest, MD
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I had Radiesse done in my nasolabial folds and cheeks and cheek bone area under eyes. I look like a chipmunk.
I read that Fraxel will lessen the effect. Is that true? I had this done 4 days ago, is there something that can be done to reverse or minimize the results?
1 answer to Does Fraxel Minimize the Results of Radiesse?
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Fraxel laser to minimize Radiesse
Radiesse ( or any filler injection for that matter) can often cause some temporary swelling. You should definitely wait for at least a couple of weeks to see if your "chipmunk" appearance resolves itself before undertaking any other procedure. I don't think Fraxel will have any effect and can cause it's own level of swelling.
You cannot "undo" Radiesse. Unlike hyaluronic gels, which can be undone, Radiesse components must degrade on their own. This is one reason I will...
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Nissan Pilest, MD
Irvine Dermatologic Surgeon
Irvine Dermatologic Surgeon