Is Radiesse Good for Lip Augmentation?

Radiesse has an excellent safety profile and in many cases, such as the nasolabial folds, I believe that it is a superior product, per unit volume, to Juvederm and Restylane. However, the theoretic and physical properties of Radiesse as a stimulatory and facial filler prohibit its use in the lips.

The most effective facial filler for the lips that is available in the United States at this time is Juvederm. It has an excellent safety profile and the results are outstanding in the finely detailed anatomic subunits of the lips.

Radiesse
is a great calcium based dermal filler designed to soften deep facial folds and
smooth out lines. It is FDA approved for marionette lines,
nasolabial folds, pre-jowl and chin wrinkles. Radiesse should not be used for
lip lines; other fillers are designated for that area.

Great question!  Thank you for submitting.  Radiesse is not indicated, or recommended, for injection into the lips.  Other fillers may be used, or fat grafting, which is permanent and can yield excellent results.  Discuss the various fillers as well as your desires with your physician.  Best wishes!

Radiesse is normally used as a dermal filler for nasolabial folds and cheeks and works great in those areas. It is definitely not recommended to ever use Radiesse in the lips. The product is thick and white and can cause lumps. Stick to hyaluronic acid fillers such as Juvederm or Restylane in the lips. Another option you can try that has a longer lasting result is to have fat grafted to your lips. Hope this helps.

Radiesse is composed of  calcium hydroxyapatite, a white pasty material. It is NOT recommended for lip augmentation as it is prone to nodules when injected into lips which are mostly muscle. Hyaluronic Acid fillers (HA) such as Restylane and Jeuvederm are great for lip augmentation but have to be repeated every 1-2 years as are absorbable. Fat transfer is a good alternative and long lasting

Radiesse does not have FDA-approval for use in the lips.  It can be used in an off-label manner but no one really recommends it.  Radiesse is fairly thick and in mobile areas like the lips can cause palpable and visible lumps that are difficult to treat.  I would stay away from Radiesse in the lips if I were you.

There are better options for lip augmentation such as Restylane, Juvederm, Fat injections, and Permafacial Surgisil lip implants.  Consultation with a specialist in facial cosmetic surgery can help you determine which treatment fits your needs best.

Good luck,

Dr. Shah