For a more chiseled appearance (on a male) should filler be concentrated on the apex and lateral areas instead of the apple and submalar area? Also please explain the aesthetic effect of adding to each of the areas: lateral, apex, apple, submalar cheek It would be good to get some direction rather than just solely depending on the injector to achieve a desired look.
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Voluma or Radiesse don't really produce a different look if they are injected in the same manner. Radiesse is less expensive per tube and comes in a larger amount than Voluma (1.8cc vs 1.0cc) and thus someone could use more tubes of Voluma to achieve the same effect. Voluma...
It's fine to add fresh filler even if a prior filler is still creating some volume. We dermatologists often mix and layer fillers to create a more natural, sculpted look. The one caveat in your case might be that the Radiesse will wear off more quickly than the Voluma, so you might want to add...
Voluma can be used off-label for areas other than the cheeks. You will need a proper consultation to determine what suits you best. Make sure you contact a board-certified physician or other experienced practitioners for safe and effective results.