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How Long Does Radiesse Last?
I have had Radiesse put under my eyes and came up with redness and bumps. Will this REALLY go away. I hate to look at myself and explain it. I'm very depresses over this!! It has been 2 an half mo. I'm hoping I don't have to wait a year or more. I can't stand what happened and is their an answer out their??
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anon
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Pearls and pitfalls for removal of Radiesse
I agree with the previous authors on most points. In my opinion, Radiesse should not be used for treating the tear trough orinfraorbital hollowing. There are better solutions with a small particle size. While patients may tolerate surface irregularities, granulomas, or assymetries in the nasolabial, these complications are more difficult to tolerate and treat in the eye region.
The bumps or surface irregularities can become very apparent under the eyes, whether a hyaluronic acid (Restylane,...
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Radiesse lasts about a year
It slowly goes down with time but can last for longer than a year. In fact biopsies of areas that have had radiesse injections have shown that it can last up to 3 years or more. But the volume that remains later on is no more than 30% of the original volume that was injected. The area that is injected also determines how long it lasts. In more mobile areas, the effect is less and goes away faster.
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Ten years of Radiesse
Radiesse first came to the United States about 10 or 12 years ago as Radiance FN. Due to trademarking issues the name was changed to Radiesse. The chemical composition of the material is calcium hydroxylapatite particles suspended in a water based gel carrier. The initial claims by the manufacturer were that the material would last 4-5 years once injected. Our clinical experience over the ensuing few years made it clear that the product was persisting for somewhere between 12 and 18...
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Hang in there
The Radiesse around your eyes will probably be there for at least a year. It will get better each month so hang in there......
Dr Grant Stevens
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Use of injectable fillers below eyes should be considered very carefully
Radiesse is an excellent injectable implant for the naso-labial furrows and for the corners of the mouth and we use it frequently. However we do not use Radiesse in the area around the eyes because complications and side effects may be frequent and long lasting. The size of the needle required to insert the material can create substantial trauma and bruising to the thin and fragile tissue in the area below the eye. The material is thick and can at times be seen through thin tissue in this...
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Radiesse duration can vary.
The period of time that Radiesse lasts varies with the location of the injection. When Radiesse is used to treat the nasolabial fold, which is an area with a lot of movement in facial expression, then it is safe to say that it will last between 6 and 9 months. When Radiesse is used to fill an area that does not move very much, like the cheekbone area, then it tends to last considerably longer and may last as long as a year.
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Radiesse in the Tear Troughs: Misadventure defined
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 been for treatment of the nasolabial folds (defining line that makes the junction of upper lip and cheek). Radiesse is a very viscous filler and is most suitable when used to fill areas where the skin is thicker. Typically the region of the tear trough...
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Oops! Radiesse is not the best choice for tear troughs
Hi Anon,
I do not use Radiesse under the eyes in the tear trough hollow because unlike hyaluronic acids (Juvederm, Restylane, and Prevelle Silk) it is not reversible. Sometimes hyaluronic acids can be used to camouflage the "bumps" until the Radiesse dissolves. Radiesse can last up to 9-15 months. Consult with your physician or with a physician who is very experienced at injections in this delicate area. The good news is that the Radiesse will eventually disappear.
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Radiesse is known as calcium hydroxyapatite. It is...
Radiesse is known as calcium hydroxyapatite. It is similar in structure to dental enamel. It is quite biocompatible, but because of its thicker nature needs to be placed in the deep dermal layer of the skin. When injected, it is roughly 70% gel carrier and 30% active ingredient.
In most cases it takes 10-12 weeks for the absorbable carrier gel to go away. A good amount of the product injected into your under eye region should go away. But I would recommend aggressive massage...
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Sometimes possible to remove Radiesse
If there is a well formed white lump that is superficial, it is sometimes possible to remove some of the Radiesse. If the Radiesse is deeper in the skin it becomes very difficult to remove.
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Radiesse, Beverly Hills Radiesse, Los Angeles Radiesse, Juvederm
I have used quite a bit of Radiesse in the face to fill in the nasolabial folds, shape and augment the Chin, Cheeks and Jaw line since Radiesse became available for use here in the US. Radiesse is meant to be injected into areas where a fatty tissue layer exists and this would not include the under eye area where the tissues and skin are extremely thin. Radiesse lats about a year, so those lumps and bumps will be there for awhile before slowly resolving. This is...
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How Long Does Radiesse Last?
Unfortunately, the Radiesse under your eyes will last quite some time. It's very likely it will last one year. Radiesse is a longer lasting filler than Restylane, which is our preferred product for the under eyes and Restylane lasts about 9 - 12 months in this area because of the thin tissue and lack of movement.
Massaging the Radiesse will help to try and break it down more quickly, but the only other option we know of besides waiting is surgical intervention and...
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Radiesse longevity
Radiesse, like other fillers, has a longevity that varies. Each person's body breaks fillers down at different rates. Also, fillers of all types last different amounts of time in different locations. Fillers put into areas like the tear trough or cheek bone area tend to last amongst the longest. Radiesse generally lasts 12-18 months, but in the tear trough one might expect around 2 years.
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Radiesse And Eyes
As has been echoed here, Radiesse is a thicker filler which does not work well around the eye area. Since the eye area is not mobile, filler here can last a long time, sometimes greater than 2+ years. Options for lumps around the eyes include possible use of Kenalog, direct excision, observation.
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Radiesse lasts up to a year
Clinical studies have shown that Radiesse lasts approximately 1 year. Most patients require more than 1 injection to acheive their desired correction in the nasolabial areas. regarding the eyes, tear troughs, a good response can also be obtained with fat transfer - it also avoids the lumpiness in this area of the face where the skin is thin and discoloration noticeable.
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In my experience Radiesse can be expected to last around...
In my experience Radiesse can be expected to last around a year. This is unfortunately a very difficult problem, and I would sit down with your plastic surgeon and have an examination. It could be improved with direct milking or removal of the product, but it is difficult to know without knowing what exactly was done during the procedure and what your examination is like now.
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How long does Radiesse last?
First and foremost, I do not recommend using Radiesse in the tear trough or lower eyelid region. This filler is simply too thick for these delicate tissues and can cause nodularity and skin changes which are undesirable. In this area, I use either Restylane or Belotero. In terms of duration of effect, Radiesse generally dissolves more slowly that the fillers, and can take 12-18 months, depending on the patient and the area where it was injected.
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How Long Does Radiesse Last?
Radiesse usually lasts for about 12 months. If yu have bumps and granulomas they may reduce in size after a few months.
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Radiesse for under the Eyes
Hi! We use Radiesse mostly for cheek contouring. Its a great product for restoring volume in that area. Under the eyes can be very tricky and I normally fill the hollowness there with hyaluronic acid fillers particularly Restylane. Radiesse is a substance made of calcium hydroxyapatite and was designed for deep placement in the skin. The troughs are delicate and Radiesse is not a good choice for filling there. It can leave small lumps or granuloma formation and if placed to...
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Long lasting Radiesse results
Radiesse is a hyaluronic acid, that acts as a filler for lost facial volume, as well as a trigger for new collagen growth in the lower layers of the dermis. The results are greater than just the immediate volume changes, as Radiesse forms a 'scaffolding' for the new collagen growth, so it provides continued facial improvement that will last for several months. This being said, results from Radiesse will last for approximately 12 months. Some patients have reported up to 30%...
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Radiesse Under Eyes
Most clients will range from 9 to 12 months. Some, will range for up to 18. This is due to the collagen stimulating properties that enhance facial depressions. If it lasts for more than 3 months, you should return back to your provider, who might consider steroids treatment or conservative massage. Maybe, it is a normal collagen stimulation and there is no need to worry.
"Dr.D"
Fayetteville Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Radiesse lasts up to 12 months
Radiesse usually lasts up to 12 months. Sometimes the product wears off quicker.
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Radiesse will last one year or longer
Radiesse is one of the longer lasting injectable fillers. In areas of thinner tissues, like the tear troughs and lower eyelids, it will likely last longer. You may encourage its absorption and dispersement through the tissues by frequent massage. The solution that it contains goes away much quicker than its beaded portion, which makes up about 20% to 30% of its total volume. This requires the calcium hydroxyapatite they contain to be absorbed which is a much slower process than that of...
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What to do about complication of radiesse injection around the eyes.
Radiesse is a great filler but it requires more skill and knowledge than other fillers. It can be used around the eyes but it has to be placed carefully in small quantities and deep on the bone if not it will leave swelling and palpable lumps. If you lumps are visible they can be removed through a small incision. All filler last longer around the eyes.
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Radiesse is not the best for Eyes
Unfortunately Radiesse can last up to 12 to 18 months. I normally don’t put this filler under the eyes, Radiesse is for deeper folds such as nasal folds and even cheek augmentation. I recommend a HA filler for the under eye area.
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Radiesse best for non eye areas
Radiesse can certainly last 12-18 months, but I tend not to use it around the eyes. Because it is a thicker product that requires a larger needle to inject, I prefer to use Juvederm around the eyes. Perhaps an injection of a steroid might help some of your symptoms, and I would discuss this with your Doctor.
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You need see your physician and discuss your results.
Radiesse® (calcium hydroxyapatite). Is chemically found in bone and dental enamel. Radiesse® lasts over a year. Aggressive massage in the area may be beneficial. The bottom line is to go back and discuss your results with your treating physician/injector.
Thanks for your question.
Englewood Plastic Surgeon
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Fat is best for tear trough deformity
I am sorry for your problems. Radiesse should last for about 12 months and the easiest way to soften the lumpy appearance is with massage.
My big concerns with any of the synthetic fillers when considering correction of the tear trough is visibility and inadequate correction.
The skin over the tear trough is very thin, so any filler has to be smooth and colorless. The hyaluronic acid fillers (Restylane and Juvederm) can give a blue color under the skin and Radiesse is lumpy as described...
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Do not have Radiesse injected around your eyes
Radiesse is a great product when used properly. For the cheeks and nasolabial creases, it is excellent. This is because it can be placed in a deeper dermal plane and maintains its volume for 6 to 12 months. For thinner skin areas, such as around the eyes, I would recommend a hyaluronic acid product such as Juvederm or a collagen product such as Evolence. These products are softer and conform better in the thinner tissue around the eyes. Another option is fat grafting or fat transfer. ...
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Radiesse usually lasts a year or longer. Because the eye...
Radiesse usually lasts a year or longer. Because the eye skin is very thin, it is not uncommon for it to be noticeable. This happens with many fillers around the eyes if it is injected too superficially.
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Using Radiesse Under the Eyes
I have been injecting Radiesse for over 8 years and began using it long before it was FDA approved because of it's superior qualities and longevity that makes it superior to most other fillers. However, the main disadvantage of Radiesse is that it can not be reversed so it has to be injected properly. I am a member of the medical education faculty for Radiesse and train physicians how to properly inject Radiesse. I routinely inject Radiesse around the eyes and have done so for years with...
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About a Year
Radiess is a filler that is injected, and then a second injection is given five weeks after the first. The Result is rated up to a year.
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Radiesse
I am sorry to hear what has happened to you. Radiesse in an inexperienced or poorly trained injector's hands can lead to a variety of problems.
Radiesse lasts as short as 3 months to usually a year depending on the patient. Please visit your local plastic surgeon to determine if there are ways to treat and hide these side effects.
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Radiesse under the eyes...
Radiesse is a filler that can last 10-18 months. It contains calcium hydroxyapatite which can make it more firm than hyaluronic acid fillers such as Juvederm and Restylane.
Injections around the eyes do cause a great deal of swelling and can bruise easily, as well.
If you are concerned about bumps or small deposits of Radiesse, the best thing to do is to see your plastic surgeon to see what he or she may be able to offer.
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Radiesse isn't best used under the eyes
The tear troughs are best filled with HA fillers like Restylane for all the reasons listed in the other responses. Unfortunately, the problem you have may be there for a year at least. Massage and time and cover-up are your best friends and only reasonable answers. I wouldn't advise injecting anything more into the area. Hopefully your procedure was done by a physician who will follow you closely and supportively and who also hopefully has learned from your unfortunate experience and has...
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