Radiesse Nose - Am I doing the right thing? Will I look too "different" afterwards?

For those people with a bump or hump on the bridge of the nose or a droopy tip, nonsurgical nose jobs can be an excellent way to avoid the expense and risks of going under the knife. A bump or a depression over the bridge area or along the nose or a falling tip due to the loss of underlying cartilage can be easily address and rapidly improved, literally in minutes, by the use of volumizing agents to recontour the nose.

My favorite volumizers for straightening the nasal bridge or lifting the tip are Radiesse, Perlane-L, or a combination of both of these agents. The results are typically immediate, extremely gratifying in most cases, and may last a considerable length of time (since these areas are not subject to much movement and hence to little mechanical breakdown).  We are all accustomed to going for our annual dental check up or physical exam or twice or even three times yearly for a professional teeth cleaning, so scheduliing a small maintenance touch up for the nose  every year or two does not constitute more of an inconvenience to our schedules than any of these routines. 

Hi Janice, technically permanent or semi-permanent fillers like Radiesse and Bellafill or fat injections could cause an issue for surgery in the future, so those should be avoided. If any fillers are to be used, they should be hyaluronic acid fillers that can be dissolved if needed.I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist to go over your desired results. Facial fillers (like Voluma, Restylane, Juvederm) can be used to contour or improve the symmetry of the nose, but surgery would be needed to improve nostrils or overall shape. Best to see an expert. - Dr. Emer

A non-surgical nose job with Radiesse is a great way to see what nose contour would look best for your face without committing to surgery. Because it is made of calcium based particles, it is a suitable choice for the hard nose bridge area and can certainly provide the elevation that you want. During your procedure, you will be able to remain awake and provide feedback and directions to your doctor on how you want your nose to look. Therefore, you won’t have to necessarily worry about ending up with an outcome that you won’t like. I have provided a link below where you can learn more about the procedure and see an example result. 

Thank your for your question. Radiesse can be used in the nose.  It does not take much product to shape the nose.  I would recommend that you visit with an experience injector as this is definitely an advanced technique without much room to maneuver to get a great result.

Radiesse is an excellent nonsurgical filler for the dorsum or tip of the nose.  When injected correctly it provides a very nice profile of cosmetic change. I have used it many times in my practice with great results.

I would recommend an evaluation with a surgeon who performs rhinoplasty frequently to ensure that addition of filler in this area is appropriate for you from an aesthetic standpoint.  Although the term non-surgical sounds less invasive, in some ways injection with Radiesse can lead to serious issues with the soft tissue of the nose.  I don't recommend its use in the nose.

Juvederm is a much safer alternative and can be dissolved.  Since the nose is not mobile, filler here can last quite long, sometimes 2+ years.

I have to disagree with Dr. Waldman.  You do not have to see a surgeon who performs surgical nose jobs to be evaluated and/or treated for a non-surgical injection of filler in your nose.  A good physician will evaluate you and if you are not a good candidate will inform you and refer you elsewhere.  An unethical physician, surgeon or otherwise, may give you the wrong advice simply to increase his/her income.  That includes recommending surgery when surgery may not be indicated or the only option.  That being said, if you are interested in having filler injected into your nose, go to someone with a great reputation in doing these treatments and also a great reputation as a physician, then see what she or he recommends.

Hi Janice,
Once again "it's not the tool, it's the craftsman". The result will be a function of the skill and experience of your injecting physician, as well as their sense of beauty.
It is essential that you communicate your desired goal, and that your physician understands you.
Good luck and be well.
Dr. P

This is a procedure often referred to as the non-surgical rhinoplasty.
It is a relatively simple method of augmenting the nasal bridge which traditionally required surgery. It will not correct any other aspects of the nasal appearance and generally produces a very subtle change. If this is what you seek, you may be pleased.
The procedure is not permanent and will need to be repeated.
It is important for you to discuss the risks with your surgeon.

Hi!Yes, Radiesse can be used on the nose as well. However, I would highly suggestfor you to research and look for an injector who is skilled and experiencedenough to inject Radiesse on the nose. Doing this procedure is a technique thatis highly advanced. There is not much space for maneuvering to achieve anexcellent result. Aside from Radiesse, you also have the option to useJuvederm. What makes Juvederm a good option is its reversibility. Should younot like the result, you can have it easily dissolved. Radiesse, on the otherhand, is not entirely reversible. You will need to wait for a while for it tocompletely dissolve. Juvederm lasts long, too.
Nevertheless,you need to take into account that Radiesse is a filler and its effects aretemporary. For me, it is not a true alternative to Rhinoplasty, which givespermanent results. Should you still opt to go for fillers for nose enhancement,make sure that you only deal with board certified plastic surgeons. Check fortheir background, experience, as well as results for the same procedures thatthey have done.
Hopeyou find this helpful and good luck!