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Radiesse or Juvederm Ultra for Smile Lines?

asked 2 years ago by brunetteone in Florida
Latest answer by Mitchell Schwartz, MD
Question viewed 2,598 times
Tags: marionette lines, mouth, smile, smile lines

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.

13 answers to Radiesse or Juvederm Ultra for Smile Lines?

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... more

Kevin Robertson, MD
Madison Facial Plastic Surgeon

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. see video

Mitchell Schwartz, MD
South Burlington Dermatologic Surgeon

dorsetstreetdermatology.com

Juvederm smile works great for the lips

In our clinic we prefer Juvederm ultra smile for lip treatments. We have a special technique, so rarely a lip block is needed.

Robert Kasten, MD
Mainz Dermatologic Surgeon

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.

Bruce Katz, MD
New York Dermatologic Surgeon

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.... more

Ronald Shelton, MD
Manhattan Dermatologist

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... more

Lorrie Klein, MD
Laguna Niguel Dermatologic Surgeon

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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.

Andrew Jacono, MD
New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

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.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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.

Richard Baxter, MD
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse or Juvederm will both work for you

Oral commissures and marionette lines can be improved with both Radiesse as well as Hyaluronic acid fillers such as Juvederm or Restylane Radiesse has 1.5 cc's of product versus Juvederm which has .8 cc's therefore for marionette line Radiesse is a preferred product in our office, however experience in injecting these products dictates the final outcome

Nissan Pilest, MD
Irvine Dermatologic Surgeon

Marionette Lines

Hi, I prefer to use Juvederm to treat the lines around the mouth. Juvaderm is a clear substance as apposed to Radiesse which is white and can show through your skin if not injected properly. Best, Dr.S.

Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD
New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

I avoid radiesse near the lips

Juvederm or Restylane are less likely to lump in this area. Radiesse is better for the nasolabial, pre-jowl sulcus, cheeks. Radiesse is a great value since the syringes have more material in them and the product is stiff and gives great lift.

Mary Lupo, MD
New Orleans Dermatologist

Juvederm much safer than Radiesse for lines around the mouth.

Hi. The manufacturer of Radiesse does not recommend it for lines around the mouth. Juvederm is good. For very superficial lines, we use Restylane in Manhattan, because it is the most forgiving. You don't want lumps. The amount of filler in a syringe is not very important. Pick a doctor you trust to do the right thing.