Can Radiesse Replace Orbital Rim Implants?

asked 1 year ago by radicalcad in Los Angeles
Latest answer by David Shafer, MD
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Tags: eyes, scleral show

i have round eyes with lots of scleral show, also lots of flatness in my maxilla, right under my eyes. i would like to make my eyes more almond shaped, squintier. im pretty sure i can help my case with orbital rim implants but i dont think im quite ready to jump into an operation like that yet. i know they mimic malar implants with radiesse. can radiesse also be used to alleviate my round bulgy eyes by temporarily replacing orbital rim implants?

5 answers to Can Radiesse Replace Orbital Rim Implants?

Radiesse versus Implants

Radiesse is a great product which in many cases is like an injectable implant. Radiesse is made out of similar material as your bone. It gives a great result when injected in the cheeks and along the orbital rim. However, you need a full evaluation prior to deciding which method is best for you. Good luck.

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse and Fillers in Face Versus Implants

Hi Rad, Best to consult with an expert in facial plastic surgery to discuss the best options for your goals. There are a number of facial fillers that can be used in the cheek and malar area while only Restylane should be used in the immediate peri-ocular region. Fillers are much more natural appearing than implants in the face. Choose your injecting physician most carefully. Good luck and be well. Dr. P Encino, CA

Michael A. Persky, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse used in place of orbital rim implants

Radiesse when used off label can help with volume loss in the cheeks and around the eyes. It is not a replacement for implants by any means- and this question would be best answered in consultation with a physician (plastic surgeon) in the office. Your facial features and contours need to be evaluated and a thorough discussion of your expectations and complications should answer the questions you have.

Purvisha Patel, MD
Germantown Dermatologist

Using Radiesse to increase Eye socket Volume and reduce Bulging Eyes

Regarding: "Can Radiesse Replace Orbital Rim Implants? i have round eyes with lots of scleral show, also lots of flatness in my maxilla, right under my eyes. i would like to make my eyes more almond shaped, squintier. im pretty sure i can help my case with orbital rim implants but i dont think im quite ready to jump into an operation like that yet. i know they mimic malar implants with radiesse. can radiesse also be used to alleviate my round bulgy eyes by temporarily replacing... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Filler for the eyelid region

REgardless of which filler, the injection near the eyelids is an off-label use, not approved by the FDA for this reason. I would suggest a thinner product such as Restylane or Juvederm for this reason rather than Radiesse as there are risks. If too much correction occurs then hyaluronidase can be injected to dissolve the Restylane or Juvederm but this couldn't be done with Radiesse.

Ronald Shelton, MD
Manhattan Dermatologist

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