Radiesse™ Treatment Process

Radiesse™ cosmetic filler is an injectable treatment used to correct facial wrinkles, lines, and folds. The results of a Radiesse™ treatment are immediate. Radiesse™ injections typically last a year or more, longer than other dermal fillers Sculptra® and Restylane®. Since results may vary, be sure to discuss your expectations with an experienced Radiesse™ provider. Below you will find an overview of the Radiesse™ treatment process. If you have additional questions about the procedure, use DocShop to locate a facial plastic surgeon or cosmetic dermatologist.

Preparing for Radiesse™ Treatment

During your Radiesse™ consultation, your doctor will examine your skin and discuss how the treatment can correct facial lines and wrinkles. Treatment time takes up to 15 minutes, depending upon the extent of correction required. Because Radiesse™ is made up of elements that occur naturally in the body, no pre-treatment skin testing is required. Radiesse™ patients can receive treatment the same day. Find out if you are a candidate for Radiesse™.

The Radiesse™ Injection Process

Radiesse™ injections are administered through a safe and simple procedure. A local anesthetic is used to numb the injection site or sites. Generally performed in a doctor’s office, Radiesse™ injections are administered under the skin in a continuous stream into the appropriate facial planes needed for correction and augmentation.

How Does Radiesse™ Work?

Radiesse™ treatment works in two distinct ways. For the first three months, Radiesse™ injections act as a cosmetic filler, plumping up the skin and diminishing the appearance of fine facial lines. Then the unique Radiesse™ microspheres stimulate collagen production and encourage new tissue growth in and around the injection area. Over time, the patient’s body absorbs the gel carrier, while collagen continues to grow at the injection site, replacing the gel with the patient's own natural tissue.

Are Results Immediate?

Radiesse™ results are both immediate and long-lasting. Patients can expect to see results of their Radiesse™ treatment immediately. Radiesse™ treatments require little to no downtime, with most patients returning to normal activities soon after treatment. Your doctor will provide you with specific instructions and details of what to expect during and after your treatment. Radiesse™ also works below the skin’s surface, stimulating the production of collagen and tissue regeneration to provide results that last up to two years.

Radiesse™ Retreatment

Results from Radiesse™ treatment, although long-lasting, are not permanent. Patients may choose to undergo retreatments in order to maintain their rejuvenated look. Individuals seeking permanent correction of facial wrinkles and folds may wish to consider face lift surgery as an alternative.

Find a Skin Care Specialist in Your Region

DocShop features an easy-to-use search tool to help you find qualified physicians in your area. For more information on Radiesse™, contact cosmetic dermatologist near you.