Radiesse Lump stuck under eye, can I dissolve?

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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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Radiesse cannot be reversed but there are techniques that can be used to help reverse the filler.  I suggest a formal consultation with an expert.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Thank you for your question. The best filler for the tear trough area (under the eye) is Restylane. This is because it is thinner filler and attracts less water. Restylane is also an hyaluronic acid filler that can be dissolved with an enzyme known as hyaluronidase if a problem arises or you are unhappy with the results. Unfortunately, Radiesse cannot be dissolved. If you have a bump from your Radiesse injections it can be injected with a steroid injection called Kenalog to break it up. I recommend having a follow up with your injector for an evaluation and treatment. Best of Luck!

Thank you for
your question. The best filler for the tear trough area (under the eye) is
Restylane. This is because it is thinner filler and attracts less water.
Restylane is also an hyaluronic acid filler that can be dissolved with an
enzyme known as hyaluronidase if a problem arises or you are unhappy with the
results. Unfortunately, Radiesse cannot be dissolved. If you have a bump from
your Radiesse injections it can be injected with a steroid injection called
Kenalog to break it up. I recommend having a follow up with your injector for
an evaluation and treatment. Best of Luck!

Thank you for your question. Lumps can occur but this is uncommon to see. Massage or steroid injections can help smooth things out. Please contact your injector. - Dr. Dickerson

Lumps bumps and granulomas can occur with aggressive Radiesse injection. Care should be taken when using this product so as not to inject it under the eyes.BestDr Karamanoukian

Radiesse is a synthetic filler made up of calcium particles similar to bone. Because of this, there is no quick-fix injection like hyaluronidase which can reverse filler treatments such as Restylane and Juvederm. That being said, if left alone, Radiesse should be eventually be absorbed by the body. There are multiple things from kenalog and steroid injections to surgical excision which can help speed the process and reduce the inflammation but these are not without risks. Redness after three months should warrant at least an examination by a professional. The pros and cons of those treatments should be discussed directly with an experienced plastic surgeon so you can make a safe and informed decision, especially when dealing with the eye and surrounding area.

Lumps under the eye after Radiesse injections do occur and this product should be used in this area only by very experienced injectors and preferably board certified dermatologists or plastic surgeons./ sometimes injection of small amounts of cortisone will help but the radiofrequency will not

Thank you for your question.  While we typically only inject Restylane under the eyes as it is reversible with hyaluronidase if you have a bump from Radiesse the most prudent approach is to see your board certified Dermatologist for small aliquots of intralesional kenalog combined with RF to try to break up the lump.  Regards, Dr. Matt Elias