Does Radiesse Leave Lumps?

Radiesse is wonderful for lifting, contouring the face (cheeks, temples, jaw and mid face) as well as the backs of the hands.  It would not be ideal for lines around the mouth.  Juvederm would be a better choice in this area.  

Radiesse is a very safe filler in the right hands.  It provides significant volumization of the face that persists longer than its competitors.  Lumps and bumps can occur if the product is placed too superficially in the face or if placed around the eyes or lips.  It is a temporary filler and lasts 13 months on average so does resorb over time. 

Radiesse is an excellent filler if skillfully injected. It is a active filler, in that it stimulates collagen formation. The calcium crystals in it break down naturally after two years. It is one of the best volumizers, and cc per cc, when compared with hyaluronic acid has the best value.

Radiesse should be avoided under the eyes, in the tear trough, and in the lips.