Is ok to mix Radiesse with Restylane in the cheek area?

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Its my first time getting fillers in the cheeks, and this is a ''new technique'' that My injector is recommending, only 1 syringe with cannula for both cheeks. I always read that Radiesse doesn't have an ''antidote'', and that makes me nervous, even though my injector is highly experienced. Most of the people use Voluma in that area, that's why I'm wondering if any of you are familiar with the Radiesse/Restylane mix and if the results are better than with a hyaluronic acid filler? Thank you!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I often frequently injecting multiple filler types in the same session to contour and shape the face and other parts of the body.  What matters most is who is doing the injecting.  It is important to find someone with experience in all the filler types and who uses a cannula for injection of larger areas as it limits complications and can improve contouring.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Francis Johns, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.I think the type of filler used, it based on the injector. Everyone has their preference on what they like to use in different areas. And there is more than one product that can be injected in these areas. It is fine to mix products, there is nothing that says you cannot do this.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

While it would be okay to use Radiesse and Restylane together in the cheek area, I normally would just use one or the other.  I don't like to mix different fillers at the same time to the same area.  If you had had Restylane in the past and then wanted to change to Radiesse, that would be fine.  Voluma or Restylane or Radiesse could all be used in the cheek area.  I think that Voluma would be the longest lasting, then Radiesse and then Restylane.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

I don’t know why you would need those two particular cheeks fillers. I always use Voluma for this purpose if it is placed for overall cheek volume loss. The Voluma is placed at the bone and not in the skin. It is totally reversible and lasts two years.

Robin A. Sykes, MD · Answer

The two products can be layered or used together safely.  Personally I usually use Radiesse alone in the cheeks, finding the Voluma not robust enough to produce the effect that I am looking for without using a lot more product.  I will use it if the person has thin skin and I want a softer effect.  A cannula in the hands of an experienced injector should produce a good result.  Cannulas are nice to use, because they can minimize pain, bruising, and the number of "holes" in the skin. I use them a lot in my practice.

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