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As we age, collagen breaks down and our skin loses elasticity and structure. Collagen loss is responsible for many of the common signs of aging that we recognize, like sagging cheeks, thin lips, crow’s feet, and more. Unlike traditional hyaluronic acid dermal fillers which simply add volume, Radiesse® stimulates collagen production to refresh your look for a natural-looking, youthful appearance and better self confidence.
What is Radiesse®?
Unlike hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, Radiesse® is a dermal filler treatment made from a calcium-based gel. The small calcium microspheres stimulate collagen growth and act as a scaffolding layer under the skin to add support and restore volume to the face. Dermal filler injections can fill in deeper facial folds than treatments like Botox injections, so these treatments are often combined to smooth all facial lines and wrinkles.
Dermal fillers like Radiesse® are commonly used to treat nasolabial folds (between the mouth and nose), marionette lines, and smile lines around the eyes. As a soft tissue filler, it can also be injected into the back of the hands to fill in wrinkled or hollowed areas; this improves the appearance of visible veins and hand wrinkles. No matter its treatment area, it can restore the appearance of healthy skin and enhance signs of aging based on your individual needs.
WHAT CAN RADIESSE® TREAT?
Radiesse can treat a wide range of concerns. Although it works differently than HA fillers, it can be used in many of the same ways. It can treat:
- Vertical lip lines
- Lipstick lines
- Fine lines
- Tear troughs and dark circles
- Under eye area
- Thin lips
- Sagging, hollow cheeks
- Volume loss
Injectable fillers like Radiesse are unique from options like Juvederm, so they may not produce the same effect when used for lip injections. Rather, Radiesse can create a subtle, natural result without adding volume as Juvederm would. Additionally, Radiesse isn’t ideal to enhance or change facial features or contour the face. Our team can help you pick the ideal dermal filler treatment options for your desired outcomes.
What to Expect
At Blume Skin & Body, your Radiesse® treatment will be performed by our highly trained nurse injectors. Although most patients feel minimal discomfort during their injections, a topical numbing cream can be applied to the skin or the Radiesse® formula can be mixed with lidocaine, a common numbing agent. Treatment is quick and injections only take about 15 minutes.
Radiesse® Results and Recovery
After dermal filler treatment, minor swelling, bruising, and redness are common around the injection sites but this will quickly resolve. Although you will immediately see increased volume in the treated area, these results will continue to improve as collagen and elastin fibers develop, creating natural-looking skin rejuvenation. Radiesse® results are clinically proven to last one year or more, and our team can help you learn ways to get best results from your procedure.
Schedule a Consultation
Radiesse® dermal fillers are a great treatment for severe facial wrinkles and we love the natural-looking results this product gives our patients. Schedule a consultation today at Blume Skin & Body by calling our office or filling out an online contact form.
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