Is radiesse a good filler for the cheek area?

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I'm getting filler on my cheeks, laugh lines, and crease for my chin. Is this a good filler for these areas? I read it's irreversible. I don't need much besides my cheeks because my face is a bit uneven. I bought the filler last week, I was convinced to buy it. I was told 3 syringes but I'm not sure if that means 2 syringes (3ml) I can start there, let the swelling go down, add more if needed. My plan is .5 for chin crease, each laugh line, 1.5 for cheeks. Does this sound reasonable?

Nelson Lee Novick, MD · Answer

I routinely used Radiesse, a calcium-based, semipermanent filler, for many years owing to its greater durability with results lasting about two years in certain locations. However, when robust HA fillers came on the market that offered durability of up to two years along with the enormous advantage that they could be dissolved away if necessary or desired, I switched from Radiesse to the exclusive use of these HA fillers. And what better recommendation can a doctor give than to say that these robust HA fillers are what I use to treat myself and my family. Hope this helps.

David Branch, MD · Answer

Maria Eliza7, Radiesse is certainly a good option for cheeks, laugh lines and your chin crease. It is difficult to determine if 3 syringes are reasonable for you without a proper assessment. I would find a provider that you trust to determine the necessary volume of the product in each area, as one cheek or laugh line may not require the same amount of filler as the other. You should clarify with your provider the number of syringes prior to injection, as your cost will be considerably different. 3 Syringes (4.5ml) is not the same as 2 syringes (3ml). Again you should be able to trust your provider with what they recommend for you, and allow them to place the volume of filler where it is needed most. We tend to start small and add as needed to "sneak up " on your best result rather than risk being to aggressive at the start. Hope this helps!

James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO · Answer

Thank you for sharing your questions. Radiesse is a great, long-lasting product. Care must be taken not too overfill due to the difficulty in removing it. For the areas you mentioned, it might be prudent to first try Restylane which can be dissolved within a minute if you are unhappy . Then, if you like the results you can consider using Radiesse the next time. I hope this helps!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Radiesse treatment is especially good for adding volume to cheeks since it contains calcium hydroxyapatite and can be contoured and shaped after the injection. This allows your technician to mold the treatment to the shape of your cheek, fleshing it out just the way you want it. Since it’s so malleable, this treatment is an excellent choice for facial molding and contouring and can also help to fill in fine lines or wrinkles, as well as enhance facial symmetry.

Konika Patel Schallen, MD · Answer

Radiesse is a great filler for global rejuvenation of the face. Many areas can be treated such as the jawline, chin, cheeks, nasolabial folds, and neck. We also use Radiesse in the hands. For the areas of concern you have mentioned, the three syringes should be adequate. The great thing about Radiesse is that it provides immediate volume and correction while stimulating your body's own collagen at the same time. The collagen stimulation is unique to Radiesse amongst other fillers.

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Answer: This treatment is specifically designed to smooth and plump sallow cheeks and can help give you a more youthful appearance

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