Hi there, I had Sculptra and Radiesse injected my cheeks earlier this year and unfortunately I now have one cheek bigger than the other. It gives my face a very a-symmetrical look and I don't like it. I prefer the flatter side to the side where I was over injected but don't know what my options are (or indeed if I have any) to bring the other cheek down? Many thanks for your expertise in advance.
Answer: Diffusing the Radiesse may help solve the issues Radiesse is a stimulatory filler that is an excellent option for patients who desire a longer-lasting filler alternative to hyaluronic acid dermal fillers. In our office, we use Radiesse to complement structural areas of the face and contour bony prominences. Our office also is a center of excellence for filler complication treatments and we see patients who have been treated by other doctors and have undesirable results from Radiesse or other long-lasting fillers. We have treatment options available for Radiesse filler nodules, granulomas, and soft tissue thickening. The first step would be to diagnose the nodularity and determine whether there is an option for surgical vs. non-surgical removal. Surgical excision is a possibility in some patients; whereas others with more diffuse fillers may benefit from intralesional therapy using scar modulators and enzymes and kenalog. Radiesse complications may be long-lasting and prompt action is key. Patients who have no access to an expert in the field should begin gentle massage of the areas of nodularity with Plato’s Scar Serum twice daily. RF and invasive lasers can actually do more damage by stimulating further collagen growth.
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Answer: Diffusing the Radiesse may help solve the issues Radiesse is a stimulatory filler that is an excellent option for patients who desire a longer-lasting filler alternative to hyaluronic acid dermal fillers. In our office, we use Radiesse to complement structural areas of the face and contour bony prominences. Our office also is a center of excellence for filler complication treatments and we see patients who have been treated by other doctors and have undesirable results from Radiesse or other long-lasting fillers. We have treatment options available for Radiesse filler nodules, granulomas, and soft tissue thickening. The first step would be to diagnose the nodularity and determine whether there is an option for surgical vs. non-surgical removal. Surgical excision is a possibility in some patients; whereas others with more diffuse fillers may benefit from intralesional therapy using scar modulators and enzymes and kenalog. Radiesse complications may be long-lasting and prompt action is key. Patients who have no access to an expert in the field should begin gentle massage of the areas of nodularity with Plato’s Scar Serum twice daily. RF and invasive lasers can actually do more damage by stimulating further collagen growth.
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December 21, 2016
Answer: Unhappy with Results and Reversing Radiesse with 5FU/Steroids, Venus Legacy There are a few options. 5fu/steroids in combination with venus legacy treatments can help reduce this. See an expert for a formal evaluation. You can even out the face with other fillers as well. Best, Dr. Emer
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December 21, 2016
Answer: Unhappy with Results and Reversing Radiesse with 5FU/Steroids, Venus Legacy There are a few options. 5fu/steroids in combination with venus legacy treatments can help reduce this. See an expert for a formal evaluation. You can even out the face with other fillers as well. Best, Dr. Emer
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September 28, 2018
Answer: I do not understand why you had a combination of Radiesse and Sculptra injected into your cheeks. Thank you for your question. I do not understand why you had a combination of Radiesse and Sculptra injected into your cheeks. For the unevenness, I suggest you have the side that I flat injected. Even though you like the flat side better at least both cheeks will be even out. Unfortunately, there is no alternative to decrease the larger side. I recommend seeing a expert injector in your area to determine the best treatment plan for you.
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September 28, 2018
Answer: I do not understand why you had a combination of Radiesse and Sculptra injected into your cheeks. Thank you for your question. I do not understand why you had a combination of Radiesse and Sculptra injected into your cheeks. For the unevenness, I suggest you have the side that I flat injected. Even though you like the flat side better at least both cheeks will be even out. Unfortunately, there is no alternative to decrease the larger side. I recommend seeing a expert injector in your area to determine the best treatment plan for you.
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January 9, 2017
Answer: Not happy with Cheek Injection Thank you for your question. I do not understand why you had a combination of Radiesse and Sculptra injected into your cheeks. For the unevenness, I suggest you have the side that I flat injected. Even though you like the flat side better at least both cheeks will be even out. Unfortunately, there is no alternative to decrease the larger side. I recommend seeing a expert injector in your area to determine the best treatment plan for you.
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January 9, 2017
Answer: Not happy with Cheek Injection Thank you for your question. I do not understand why you had a combination of Radiesse and Sculptra injected into your cheeks. For the unevenness, I suggest you have the side that I flat injected. Even though you like the flat side better at least both cheeks will be even out. Unfortunately, there is no alternative to decrease the larger side. I recommend seeing a expert injector in your area to determine the best treatment plan for you.
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December 21, 2016
Answer: Unhappy with cheek injection There is no good alternative to decrease the side that is too large. I don't understand why you had a combination of Radiesse and Sculptra. At any rate at this point since the problem is the unevenness I suggest you have the side that is flat injected even though you like it better at least they can be evened out. Be sure you see a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon
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December 21, 2016
Answer: Unhappy with cheek injection There is no good alternative to decrease the side that is too large. I don't understand why you had a combination of Radiesse and Sculptra. At any rate at this point since the problem is the unevenness I suggest you have the side that is flat injected even though you like it better at least they can be evened out. Be sure you see a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon
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