What is Radiesse®?
Radiesse is a safe
dermal filler that
does more than just
fill in lines and
wrinkles – it also
adds volume. In fact,
Radiesse is setting a
new standard in facial
fold and wrinkle
correction. This
treatment restores a
natural, youthful look
that lasts. In many
patients, the results
may last for a year or
more. Numerous medical
studies have shown
that Radiesse is a
safe and effective
treatment for filling
and correcting smile
lines, nasolabial
folds, and wrinkles
around the nose and
mouth.
How does
Radiesse work?
Radiesse stimulates
the body to produce
new collagen. Radiesse
is made of unique
calcium-based
microspheres that are
suspended in a
water-based gel and
injected into the skin
through a simple,
safe, and minimally
invasive procedure.
How long does
Radiesse last?
The wrinkle
treatment results
provided by Radiesse
dermal filler are
immediate and long
lasting. The effects
of Radiesse may last a
year or more in many
patients. In addition,
Radiesse treatments
may require fewer
office visits for
follow-up treatments.
Since results may
vary, be sure to
discuss your
expectations with your
physician.
Is Radiesse better
than collagen?
The cosmetic use of
collagen injections
has declined in recent
years for several
reasons. The most
important of these is
the fact that collagen
injections are
associated with a
relatively high rate
of allergic reactions.
As a result, more
doctors have turned to
safe, effective
alternatives like
Radiesse. Radiesse is
made of calcium
hydroxylapatite (CaHA)
that is biocompatible,
and similar to what is
naturally found in the
body. Years of
rigorous industry and
independent research
worldwide have proven
that Radiesse is safe
and effective, with
virtually no risk of
allergic reaction.
Is Radiesse safe?
In years of
rigorous clinical
testing and use by
physicians in hundreds
of thousands of
patients worldwide,
Radiesse has been
shown to be safe and
effective. In the FDA
clinical studies there
were virtually no
allergic reactions.
There may be some
normal injection
related occurrences,
such as bruising,
discomfort, swelling,
or redness that
typically resolve on
their own.
How much does
Radiesse cost?
Because Radiesse
treatments are
customized for each
patient, the cost
varies. In general,
the cost of Radiesse
is comparable to
similar procedures.
But because Radiesse
may require fewer
offices visits for
follow-up treatments,
you most likely will
save money and time
compared to other
treatments. Consult
your physician for a
recommendation as to
how Radiesse can best
meet your individual
needs.
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