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Radiesse Filler to Create Fuller Higher Cheeks - London, GB
ORIGINAL POST
Having cheek bones that are somewhat shy, I...
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Having cheek bones that are somewhat shy, I decided that a filler would help me to have less of a flat face.
If you read my other reviews you'll know I had excessive buccal fat extraction followed by a very poor fat graft in an attempt to correct it.
My lower face was baggy and I felt I needed some internal scaffolding to give it oomph* (*highly technical word that!).
I went to a Dr on the recommendation of a friend and had botox at the same time with results that started appearing the next day (which doesn't usually happen).
Anyway, back to the filler. I did think about getting my lips done too but chickened out as I could see that the Dr in question had filler in her lips and that wasn't the look I wanted.
The doctor impressed me in that she showed me the product in the box and talked me through everything. She explained that she'd use one syringe at first and if I needed another she'd do it at a later date. Moderation. That is what I like! It meant that I had no spitting image puppet moments, just nice (sore after the lidocaine wore off) cheeks.
I'm sorry that I can't seem to find the before and after photos I took. I don't like taking seflies and if I see them I generally delete them if I see them and then remember why I took one later!
Anyway, I'll try and see if I can find any for comparison.
In short; it gave my cheeks a little lift, but it is no substitute for the effects that can be created by surgical intervation.
If you read my other reviews you'll know I had excessive buccal fat extraction followed by a very poor fat graft in an attempt to correct it.
My lower face was baggy and I felt I needed some internal scaffolding to give it oomph* (*highly technical word that!).
I went to a Dr on the recommendation of a friend and had botox at the same time with results that started appearing the next day (which doesn't usually happen).
Anyway, back to the filler. I did think about getting my lips done too but chickened out as I could see that the Dr in question had filler in her lips and that wasn't the look I wanted.
The doctor impressed me in that she showed me the product in the box and talked me through everything. She explained that she'd use one syringe at first and if I needed another she'd do it at a later date. Moderation. That is what I like! It meant that I had no spitting image puppet moments, just nice (sore after the lidocaine wore off) cheeks.
I'm sorry that I can't seem to find the before and after photos I took. I don't like taking seflies and if I see them I generally delete them if I see them and then remember why I took one later!
Anyway, I'll try and see if I can find any for comparison.
In short; it gave my cheeks a little lift, but it is no substitute for the effects that can be created by surgical intervation.
Replies (5)
February 23, 2016
Radiesse can vary according to skin type. Radiesse can be occur due to sun. If you feel Radiesse on your face, then you have to wash your face with cold water and wrap the ice in a cotton cloth then apply it on your face. Please don't apply ice directly on your face.
February 23, 2016
Hi Amanda, I think you may have a typo or omission, usually I speak fluent autocorrect (or 'auto cat recital' as it comes out sometimes) but I've re-read your post and I'm scratching my head.
I just re-re-read your post, are you confusing Radiesse (the filler I used) with rosacea, because then your post makes more sense?
I just re-re-read your post, are you confusing Radiesse (the filler I used) with rosacea, because then your post makes more sense?
UPDATED FROM BieneMaya
9 months post
Before and after cheek filler
I will apologise in advance that the photos aren't specific before and after photos.
The before shots are post buccal fat extraction and prior to my fat transfer, my lower face is swollen as these shots were quite newly after the surgery.
My first after shot is post fat transfer to the lower face and taken the same day as 1 syringe of filler.
Anyway, you can see the lift in my cheeks given by the filler and you can see I'm a bit swollen.
The second after shot is
The effect did only last a few weeks to this extent of oomph, later I had further filler.
However, they were noticeable.
Noticeable to the point that I thought my Hubs had actually realised I got cosmetic help.
We were going out in the evening. I always get my hair done when I get injectibles so people can put my new look down to good hair.
Anyway, we were in the kitchen and as I leant up from putting the dishes in the dishwasher he was transfixed, looking at me.
As asked him "What's up? Looking at the pretty hair?".
"No, I'm looking at the pretty face!" he replied.
It was a bitter-sweet moment as I realised that it was the first time in a decade together he'd ever called me pretty.
The before shots are post buccal fat extraction and prior to my fat transfer, my lower face is swollen as these shots were quite newly after the surgery.
My first after shot is post fat transfer to the lower face and taken the same day as 1 syringe of filler.
Anyway, you can see the lift in my cheeks given by the filler and you can see I'm a bit swollen.
The second after shot is
The effect did only last a few weeks to this extent of oomph, later I had further filler.
However, they were noticeable.
Noticeable to the point that I thought my Hubs had actually realised I got cosmetic help.
We were going out in the evening. I always get my hair done when I get injectibles so people can put my new look down to good hair.
Anyway, we were in the kitchen and as I leant up from putting the dishes in the dishwasher he was transfixed, looking at me.
As asked him "What's up? Looking at the pretty hair?".
"No, I'm looking at the pretty face!" he replied.
It was a bitter-sweet moment as I realised that it was the first time in a decade together he'd ever called me pretty.
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December 11, 2015
U are BEAUTIFUL!! I have never commented on anything before, but your post brought tears to my eyes as I have a husband (25 yrs) who never tells me I am pretty. Even tho they assume you "know"...it sure feels excellent to hear it!
December 11, 2015
Oh, big hugs to you!
Yes, some men are just useless at doing the sweet things we need to hear.
Hubs is useless as compliments. He recently asked if my "new hairstyle was on purpose?"! It turns out he LIKED it!
Like seriously, man, how can you be such a high functioning adult then fail like this?
I took him to task over his lack of saying anything nice and he actually said "...but you always look good, why do I need to keep saying it?".
I told him because you say it once doesn't mean it's continuous!
Damn these men who just don't "get" us!
I actually reminded him "if you don' think that I am, and call me pretty, someone else will..."
I think it focused his mind.
Sometimes we have to be a little more harsh with them!
Hugs [RS bleep]
Yes, some men are just useless at doing the sweet things we need to hear.
Hubs is useless as compliments. He recently asked if my "new hairstyle was on purpose?"! It turns out he LIKED it!
Like seriously, man, how can you be such a high functioning adult then fail like this?
I took him to task over his lack of saying anything nice and he actually said "...but you always look good, why do I need to keep saying it?".
I told him because you say it once doesn't mean it's continuous!
Damn these men who just don't "get" us!
I actually reminded him "if you don' think that I am, and call me pretty, someone else will..."
I think it focused his mind.
Sometimes we have to be a little more harsh with them!
Hugs [RS bleep]
February 10, 2016
Just read your various reviews and so.....was the cheek filler after the corrective Bray lift or before. The technician who did the cheek filler did a great job of sculpting a beautiful proportion. Did you have the contour immediately post filler and how long did it/has it lasted. How many total syringes were used to create and maintain this look. Really impressive!
February 11, 2016
Hi Grace, oh the questions, all about the questions, don't worry I love questions! [RS bleep]
I had my first set of fillers late Feb with Dr Hanna (Lemoge Clinic, a pretty low-brow place in Kilburn) as mentioned above to give me some elevation while I waited for my appointment with Dr Bray.
It only really seemed to last a few months (although to be fair we'd debated 1 or 2 syringes and Dr Hanna had said to do one and if I needed a second to have that) so I had another syringe but with Rebecca Boys-Rowe (Dominic Bray's nurse in Harley St) in mid-May.
Of the two injectors Rebecca is better, but Dr Hanna is cheaper by about £40 from memory.
I had my first set of fillers late Feb with Dr Hanna (Lemoge Clinic, a pretty low-brow place in Kilburn) as mentioned above to give me some elevation while I waited for my appointment with Dr Bray.
It only really seemed to last a few months (although to be fair we'd debated 1 or 2 syringes and Dr Hanna had said to do one and if I needed a second to have that) so I had another syringe but with Rebecca Boys-Rowe (Dominic Bray's nurse in Harley St) in mid-May.
Of the two injectors Rebecca is better, but Dr Hanna is cheaper by about £40 from memory.
Love your sense of humor, thank you for sharing your experience!
Are you still considering getting filler for your lips?
I was quite chicken about filler in my lips (seen too many overinflated '[RS bleep] gobs' out there and didn't want to get lumped (possibly literally) with a sucker-fish look.
However, I found someone who I felt I could entrust my facial passion pillows to as well as going for under eye filler.
I'll do separate reviews for each if I can.
P.S. Thanks, I am often told people like my writing style and humour. I guess it is one of the benefits of being a Brit; If you can laugh at yourself you will never be bored!
https://www.realself.com/review/70-harley-st-london-uk-restylane-lip-filler-subtle-volume
One slight thing I wish could be changed on this site is that I can't seem to give a review of one product by two different practitioners. Is that right of am I suffering TIR (temporary imbecilic retardation)?