Restore Volume While Building Your Own Collagen
Radiesse is a unique calcium hydroxylapatite filler that provides immediate volume restoration while stimulating your body's natural collagen production. The result? Improvements that look natural and continue to develop over months.
What Actually Happens
We believe in complete transparency. Here's exactly what to expect during your treatment journey.
Consultation
We assess your facial anatomy, volume loss patterns, and discuss your aesthetic goals to create a treatment plan.
Preparation
Treatment areas are cleansed and topical anesthetic applied. Radiesse contains lidocaine for added comfort.
Injection
Using advanced injection techniques, Radiesse is placed at the optimal depth for natural-looking volume restoration.
Sculpting
Your injector molds and shapes the filler to ensure smooth, symmetric results.
Recovery
Mild swelling and redness for 24-48 hours. Results are immediately visible and improve over weeks.
Results Timeline
Understanding when to expect results helps set realistic expectations for your transformation.
Immediately
Instant volume restoration visible. Some swelling may be present that settles within 48 hours.
Weeks 4-8
Collagen stimulation begins. Volume improves naturally as your body produces new collagen around the microspheres.
Months 3-18
Full results achieved. Radiesse gradually biodegrades while the new collagen scaffold maintains your improved contours.
Results vary based on skin type, lifestyle, and treatment consistency.
The Science Behind It
Radiesse works through a dual mechanism of action. The calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a gel carrier provide immediate structural support and volume. Over time, these microspheres act as a scaffold, stimulating your fibroblasts to produce new collagen around them.
This makes Radiesse uniquely suited for patients who want both immediate improvement and progressive, natural-looking results. As the gel carrier absorbs over weeks, the newly formed collagen takes over, maintaining your refreshed appearance.
For a comprehensive rejuvenation approach, Radiesse pairs exceptionally well with Botox for dynamic wrinkles and Juvederm for areas requiring softer, more pliable filler like the lips.
Key Benefits
- Dual action: immediate volume + collagen stimulation
- Longer lasting than hyaluronic acid fillers (12-18 months)
- FDA-approved for face and hands
- Calcium-based — biocompatible and naturally absorbed
- Built-in lidocaine for comfortable treatment
- Can be used with hyaluronic acid fillers for comprehensive rejuvenation
Why Skin & Self Is Different
Licensed Professionals
Every treatment is performed by licensed, certified professionals with years of clinical experience.
Post-Op Experience
Our protocols are developed through decades of post-operative care experience, ensuring clinical precision.
Surgeon Referred
We're frequently referred by surgeons who trust us with their patients' recovery and maintenance care.
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Common Questions
How is Radiesse different from other fillers?
Radiesse is unique because it's made of calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres—a substance naturally found in bone. It provides immediate volume while simultaneously stimulating your body to produce new collagen. Most HA fillers only add volume without collagen stimulation.
How long does Radiesse last?
Radiesse typically lasts 12-18 months, making it one of the longest-lasting non-permanent fillers available. The calcium microspheres gradually break down and are naturally absorbed, while the collagen your body produces helps maintain results.
Can Radiesse be dissolved like Juvederm?
Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, Radiesse cannot be dissolved with hyaluronidase. This is why choosing an experienced injector is crucial. Our practitioners have extensive experience with Radiesse to ensure precise, beautiful results.
What areas can Radiesse treat?
Radiesse is FDA-approved for nasolabial folds and hands, and is commonly used off-label for cheeks, jawline, chin, and pre-jowl areas. It's not recommended for lips or the under-eye area.
Ready to Get Started?
Schedule a consultation to discuss your goals and create a personalized treatment plan.