Swollen nose after using Radiesse for Revision Rhinoplasty

I had Radiesse injected into the bridge and tip of my nose as a means of augmenting it after a Rhinoplasty and Revision Rhinoplasty left me with what I perceived as a shortened nose.

The plastic surgeon suggested a "grecian nose" and injected the Radiesse from the top of my bridge down to the tip. That was over 2.5 year ago. Despite the claim that the filler is supposed to dissolve and return the skin to its pre-injected stage, my nose has hardened and remains swollen, and there is a distinct wavy outline along both sides of the bridge of my nose that protrudes.

I have sought out dermatologists, and other plastic surgeons re: what can be done..my nose remains swollen, enlarged, and although the filler is gone, it feels like it has been replaced with scar tissue. I am beside myself. I am fearful of making a horrible look even worse and am reticient to try lasers or steroid treatments. Help! Anyone who can offer me some direction on what to do?

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6 answers to “Swollen nose after using Radiesse...”

A: Radiesse and the nose

By Steven Wallach, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Too much a good thing may not be a great idea. That is what it sounds like. I have used it on a few people that had multiple rhinoplasties and had mild contour deformities. In these cases, I think it is alright. I used maybe 0.3 cc's total. Unfortunately for you, it is unclear what is... more

A: Nose Still Swollen 2 1/2 Years After "Non-Surgical Nose Job" With Radiesse

By Michael A. Persky, MD - Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Hi UBthejudge, Your nick name reminds be of the old Flip Wilson skit and song "Here Come Da Judge". In your case I would like to be the judge, but without a photo or examination of your nose, this "judge” has to dismiss the case. I am truly sorry that you are suffering long term... more

A: Two years after the procedure, the likely choice for correction is probably surgery

By Peyman Solieman, MD - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Dear Ubethejudge, I am very sorry to hear that you have had the problems with your non surgical rhinoplasty. Unfortunately, this is one of the complications that can arise with non surgical rhinoplasty done with Radiesse, and it is one of the reasons we concluded in our recent review of non surgical... more

A: Radiesse in the nose can lead to bad results

By Stella Desyatnikova, MD - Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

I am really sorry to hear about your situation. Unfortunately it is not too uncommon. It is one of the reasons why I prefer not to use Radiesse in my practice. It is hard to tell without seeing you, but it is possible that you have developed some scar tissue with or without inflammatory granulomas at the site... more

A: Radiesse can last longer than 1 year

By Robert M. Freund, MD - New York City Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse can last longer then 1 year especially in the nose. Add to that the scar tissue and you have your concerns magnified. Steroids should help and may be permanent. Give it a try before considering surgery.

A: Lasers or steroid treatments will not help

By Toby G. Mayer, MD - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

See a revision Rhinoplasty specialist. Lasers and steroid treatments won't help. An experienced revision Rhinoplasty expert will be able to give you good direction to resolve your problem.