Radiesse Injections One Month Ago. I Am Very Unhappy with the Results. What Can I Do to Get Rid of the Radiesse in my Face?

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.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

It is concerning that you state Radiesse has given you a “stroke-like” appearance. In my experience, it would have difficulty doing that, as instead of sagging, it should actually volumize and therefore lift some redundant skin after proper injection. I would follow-up with your treating physician to be evaluated.

Unfortunately, there is no way to dissolve Radiesse so you will have to wait until the results wear off naturally. As everyone’s body metabolizes the filler differently, it could take anywhere from a few months to a year. I would also recommend seeing an expert dermatologic surgeon experienced in using fillers. He/She can sometimes use other fillers to even out the face. In some patients, a minor surgical procedure can remove the excess Radiesse.