How can a doctor diagnose the difference between a lump vs granuloma after Radiesse? (Photo)

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How can a doctor diagnose a difference between a lump vs granuloma ? I had Radiesse injected and developed small lumps on on side and one big hard tender on the other side. Going to see the doctor that injected radiesse but after my experience with him I don’t know if I trust him anymore.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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

Reuel Aspacio, MD, FAAD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi there,  
That is likely the Radiesse.  The structure of Radiesse is calcium beads that stimulate collagen and it is usually a bit lumpy bumpy for a few weeks however it will smooth out  and you should have great results.

Best of luck!

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