Permanent filler for non-surgical Rhinoplasty after Radiesse?

I'm considering getting a non-surgical Rhinoplasty for the first time by using Radiesse. I read online that Radiesse nose job can last 10-24months. When Radiesse is almost gone, what does the nose look like? Are there some signs so that I know I should go back to get a re-injection before nose returns to original/flat shape?

Also, is it safe to do permanent filler injection (eg. Aquamid, Artefill) for nose job next time, after using Radiesse this time? If yes, do I need to wait until Radiesse is completely gone, then do permanent filler? Or is it safe to use permanent filler on nose while Radiesse is still there? Thanks!

5 answers to “Permanent filler for non-surgical...”

A: Non Surgical Nose Shaping

Trevor M. Born, MD

Dear Tina 2009 Radiesse has been advocated for shaping the nose in many papers. The longevity is variable- 8 months to several years. Restylane also works well and can last a long time.  It is relatively straight forward to shape the nose with an injectible filler.  Of course there are risks, but... more

A: Fillers and non surgical rhinoplasty

Ronald Shelton, MD

It is best not to place two products in the same area at the same time. Permanent fillers might create lumps, granulomas, as a reaction to the material, even five or more years after the procedure.

A: Similar process to facial wrinkles and folds

David C. Pearson, MD

Just like with correction of facial folds, temporary fillers used for reshaping the nose gradually dissolve and the correction slowly fades away. The timing of re-injection can be either after all the product has dissipated or before it's gone away completely. Either approach is reasonable. The only situation... more

A: Filler rhinoplasty

Kenneth R. Francis, MD

Tina, Wow!  That is a barrage of appropriate questions.  Radiesse can indeed be used to fill areas of the nose that are deficient.  It's duration is variable in each individual, but may last 12-24 months for some.  As the material is absorbed by your body you will see a gradual return to... more

A: Radiesse/Permanent fillers for Rhinoplasty

Theodore Katz, MD

In my experience Radiesse has had good results for limited indications and lasted about 15months.  At present I do not use permanent fillers because of concerns about problems but that is a biased opinion.,  Be sure you go to someone who has used a lot of it and has long term follow up.  You may... more

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