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Is Radiesse or Juvederm Ultra better suited for smile lines? I am referring to oral commisures (corner of mouth) and marionette lines. Also, would 1 syringe of Radiesse provide more filler than 1 syringe of Juvederm? Thank you.
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brunetteone
in Florida
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Pick the right filler for the right application
Brunetteone
I use quite a bit of Radiesse, Juvederm, and Restylane in the practice, as each has areas that excel. Nationally, about three times as much restylane and juvederm are used compared to radiesse, but that might be just because they have been around longer. In truth, all three are excellent products.
For your areas of question, I would suggest juvederm. Radiesse just does not fill as well superficially, which is an area (the oral commissure) you mentioned. Plus you can layer the...
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Smile line fillers
Hi! The fillers most commonly used in our practice are Juvederm, Restylane (hyaluronic acid fillers) and Radiesse (calcium hydroxyapatite) and each can produce wonderful results. Each of these fillers can be used to correct these lines however keep in mind that Radiesse is made up of a different material than the Juvederm and Restylane. In fact, I normally like to use Juvederm or Restylane for this area because it can be placed more superficially and if there were to ever...
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Radiesse and Juvederm for smile lines
For the specific areas you mentioned, I use Juvederm for superficial lines, Radiesse for deeper lines needing more support, and both Radiesse and Juvederm simultaneously for really deep lines when necessary.
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Juvederm and Radiesse for Smile Lines
Radiesse and Juvederm are both great products for nasolabial folds and marionette lines. Depending on how deep your folds are would determine the product the physician will use. Radiesse is not recommended for your lips, this product sometimes forms nodules. Radiesse syringe contains 1.5cc and Juvederm contains 0.8cc of product.
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Smile lines and oral commissures with Juvederm or Radiesse
Juvederm Ultra Plus and Radiesse are more similar in thickness and placement in depth, than Juverderm Ultra and Radiesse. Radiesse comes in a 0.8 and a 1.5 cc syringe whereas the Juvederm Ultra Plus comes in a 1cc syringe. Both work very well. We avoid placing Radiesse into the red lips as it may form nodules or bumps. If the Juvederm Ultra Plus produces an unwanted result, such as an overcorrected lump, it can be removed more readily than Radiesse or dissolved by injecting hyaluronidase....
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Radiesse and Juvederm both work well on lines around the mouth
Both Radiesse and Juvederm work well for the oral commissures, marionette lines and also the nasolabial folds. One syringe of Radiesse contains 1.5 cc of product while a syringe of Juvederm has 0.8 cc so if you need over 0.8 cc of product, Radiesse might be a better choice. If lines are superficial or you are doing lips, Juvederm is a better choice however. Both products are great but it depends on the areas being treated. In a single session I often use both products on the same...
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Radiesse lasts longer than Juvederm and is great for smile lines
You describe the oral commisure lines and marionette lines that usually appear with drooping along the lower third of the face. Both Radiesse and Juvederm can be used here. I inject both regularly on patients in my practice. Radiesse is a thicker substance and will support the corners of the mouth better. It also lasts longer over a year whereas Juvederm usually lasts 7 months. The quality of the injection is solely based on the injector however.
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Radiesse vs Juvederm
Radiesse is not recommended for lines around the mouth. You are probably better off with the hyaluyronic acids like Juvederm or Restylane for this area. They do not form the same lumps as Radiesse.
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Another vote for Juvederm over Radiesse near the mouth
Radiesse is notorious for causing lumps when injected into the lips, and they are very difficult to treat, although you aren't asking about lips specifically, I feel more comfortable using Juvederm or Restylane close to the mouth for a couple of reasons. One is that it looks and feels soft and natural, another is that it is easily reversible if there are any issues. Radiesse is fairly unforgiving and I prefer to use it for deeper volume corrections.
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