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Radiesse

What it is: Radiesse is a long-lasting dermal filler consisting of calcium-based microspheres in water based gel.  Radiesse is injected into the skin for cosmetic enhancement or correction of facial features.  Radiesse is intended to restore facial volume and stimulate new collagen growth.  

What it addresses:  Contouring and facial skin problems commonly associated with aging:

- Smile Lines
- Marionette Lines
- Cheeks
- Jaw Line
- Nasolabial fold
- Deep wrinkles

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Will Radiesse dissolve faster if the area is massaged frequently?

Radiesse was put across my upper lip (which I now know is not recommended). It has been 3 months. The line across my right upper lip is raised and looks unnatural. If I rub it will it go away faster or should I just leave it alone and wait?

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July 20, 2008

Radiesse goes away without any treatment... eventually.

Michael Sinclair, MD
Michael Sinclair, MD

About 2 weeks after the Radiesse is injected, it becomes surrounded by collagen. That collagen is going to stabilize the Radiesse. Rubbing is not likely going to do much but make you more swollen.

You might consider getting some additional treatment, perhaps with a different filler, to help blend in the line you are seeing. If that is not an option, then just wait and do nothing... the gel carrier in the Radiesse will dissolve within 3-6 months and even the Radiesse particles will dissolve within 18 months.

Web reference: http://www.epilution.com/services/radiesse.html
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