Hi I had radiesse 3 months ago and seems it looks ok when I first wake up but swells thruout day but by the evening my lower face looks puffy where it was injected along jawline with cannula. Any idea why?
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Answer: Answer from Dr. Kusman from Facial Artistry & Aesthetics
Hello, to begin with; this is a very good question. Congratulations! Radiesse method is used diluted with physiological saline for lifting and rejuvenation purposes as a whole. It does not create volume when used that way. That's why, it is especially preferred in patients with acne scars. Since...
Radiesse is a dermal filler that contains calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a gel. It is used for facial augmentation and wrinkle correction. The longevity of Radiesse results from the gradual breakdown and absorption of the CaHA microspheres by the body over time. The...
1. Radiesse stimulates collagen production over time, contributing to skin tightness and volume. While collagen can enhance skin quality, it may not have the same shaping effect as the initial filler. The initial gel provides immediate volume, and the subsequent collagen production contributes...