Radiesse
( previously known as Radiance ) is one of the longest-lasting
injectable implants. Because of it's components and duration,
Radiesse is more aptly referred to as an implant rather than a
filler. It is used for soft tissue augmentation in the correction of
deep facial folds and creases and restoration of volume loss in
hollow facial areas.
The tiny microspheres
provide a scaffolding into which
the body's own tissue can grow and maintain the implant in place.
Radiesse has proven to be a very versatile facial contouring product
and has demonstrated durable augmentation in areas such as chin and
cheek where a larger volume is required. It maintains a soft,
natural feel and takes on the characteristics of the surrounding
skin tissue.
Radiesse consists of calcium
hydroxylapatite microspheres suspended in gel
(carboxymethylcellulose). Because calcium hydroxylapatite is a
normal constituent of bone, it should not elicit a chronic
inflammatory or immune response. Additionally, Radiesse does not
require allergy testing. Radiesse is a safe, effective and
non-surgical treatment, which provides immediate smoothing out of
wrinkles and most scars. The microspheres of CaHA have been
shown to last up to seven years clinically. Radiesse should provide
a long lasting correction, however individual results may vary,
affected by age, skin type, lifestyle and muscle activity.
What areas respond best to Radiesse
treatments?
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Glabella ( Wrinkles between
eyebrows ) |
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Nasolabial Folds ( Laugh
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Marionette Lines |
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Vermillion Border of the Lip |
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Radial Lip Lines (Often
referred to as smoker's lines-even for those
who do not smoke) |
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Chin & Cheek Augmentation |
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Chin & Cheek Augmentation
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Depressed scars |
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Restore bulk to aging tissues |
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What are Radiance treatments like?
A simple out-patient procedure, it is performed under local
anesthesia in the physician's office and takes about 15 minutes.
Injection pain is minimized or eliminated by use of a topical cream
(ELA-Max) or pain blocks may be performed immediately before the
procedure. Following the procedure, patients may immediately return
back to daily activities, however, treatment sights may be swollen
for 1-2 days. There is also potential for bruising at the injection
sight, which may be covered with makeup.
How long will the results last?
Depending on the areas treated, most of the correction may last for
many months, or even years. Newman's patients usually see results
that last between 1 to 2 years. Touch up treatments may be necessary
to maintain desired correction.
Can other filler products be used along
with Radiesse?
Restylane, Juvederm, Cosmoplast, Captique, Cosmoderm or other dermal
fillers may be used as layers to fill the moremsuperficial lines and
wrinkles. There is no restriction to using additonal fillers.
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