Radiesse dermal filler is made of calcium hydroxyl apatite microspheres suspended in a water-based gel and is injected into the skin through a simple, minimally invasive procedure. Calcium and phosphate ions, naturally found in the body, make up the microspheres, which are stabilized in a gel containing glycerin and sterile water. After injection, the microspheres act as a scaffold, providing immediate volume while stimulating your body to produce new collagen for long-term facial rejuvenation.
At New Image Cosmetic Surgery Center in Plantation Florida, Radiesse treatments are performed in a state of the art facility with advanced equipment and licensed operating rooms. Each treatment is tailored to enhance natural facial contours, smooth wrinkles, and prioritize patient safety and comfort.
How Radiesse Works
Radiesse works with your own body to contour, correct, and enhance facial features. Upon injection, it immediately adds volume and begins a process called collagenesis, stimulating your body to produce new collagen around the injection site. This unique mechanism provides longer-lasting results compared with other fillers while promoting a natural, youthful appearance.
What Areas Can Be Treated
Radiesse is ideal for:
- Reducing wrinkles and folds around the mouth and nose.
- Enhancing cheeks and facial contours.
- Filling certain scars.
- Correcting signs of aging without invasive surgery.
What to Expect After Treatment
- The procedure usually takes 15–20 minutes and is performed with local or topical anesthesia.
- Minimal discomfort may occur; pain can be managed with Tylenol.
- Swelling, bruising, or mild discomfort may occur, typically resolving in 24–36 hours.
- Immediate results are visible, with full effects within one week.
- Results can last up to a year or more, depending on individual response.
Rare complications, such as nodules, may require steroid treatment or minor surgical intervention. Any abnormal or progressive symptoms should be reported immediately to your physician.
Safety and Precautions
Radiesse is biocompatible and made of naturally occurring materials, minimizing the risk of allergic reactions. Patients should avoid sun exposure immediately after treatment. Alternative treatments may include other dermal fillers, fat injections, or surgical procedures such as a facelift, depending on individual needs.
