RADIESSE volumising filler

Radiesse is a filler that consists of 30% CaHA (Calcium Hydroxylapatite particles) and 70% gel (sodium carboxymethyl cellulose).
This makes Radiesse a unique product that cannot be compared to other fillers. The effect of Radiesse volumising filler is immediately visible.
Radiesse contains fine calcium microspheres which stimulate your body’s own collagen production, restoring the volume for a long time. Over time, your body completely breaks down the gel and microspheres.
Addressing the individual wrinkles is often not enough to restore your youthful and fresh appearance. Your face needs volume to compensate for the effect of gravity and regain a form that radiates youthfulness.
Radiesse restores the volume exactly in those places where it was lost. Deep wrinkles fade, the volume in your cheeks is restored and the contours of your cheek bones are enhanced. You get back the natural contours of your face.
The footage below explains how Radiesse works.

What are the possibilities?

These are the areas that can be treated:

  • Frown wrinkle
  • Neck
  • Hands
  • Sunken temples
  • Cheek bones
  • Jaw line
  • Mouth corners
  • Nasolabial fold
  • Eyebrows

Treatment areas

Frown wrinkle
Radiesse is highly suitable if you have very deep wrinkles and your skin has aged significantly.
The filler cannot be injected directly under the epidermis; then you could see and feel it. Moreover, it would not be absorbed by the skin.

Saggy eyelids
By injecting Radiesse, your eyebrows can be subtly lifted, as a result of which
your eyelids will also be lifted. If the filler is injected directly under the epidermis, you may be able to see and feel it. The effect lasts about 18 months. Sometimes, this treatment is not an option due to the shape of your eye socket.

Sunken temples
Radiesse is very good for restoring the volume in the temples. The filler gives an immediate result. The effect lasts about 18 months. The filler cannot be dissolved.

Cheek bones
Radiesse is very good for restoring the volume in your cheek bones. The filler gives an immediate result and has a lifting effect for other problem areas. The effect lasts about 18 months. The filler cannot be dissolved and needs to be injected into a deeper skin layer. If the filler is injected right under the skin, movements may make the filler visible.

Jaw line
Radiesse is very good for restoring the volume in your jaw line. The filler gives an immediate result and has a lifting effect for other problem areas. The effect lasts about 18 months. The filler cannot be dissolved and needs to be injected into a deeper skin layer. If the filler is injected right under the skin, movements may make the filler visible.

Marionette lines
Radiesse is very good for filling the marionette lines. Radiesse is a very suitable product if your face lacks volume. The problem can be solved by injecting the filler directly into the problem area, or by adding some volume to the cheek bones, creating a kind of liquid facelift. The effect is immediately visible and lasts about 18 months. The substance is quite firm and cannot be dissolved. The product is not suitable if you are over 65, because Radiesse stimulates collagen production. If the filler is injected right under the skin, movements may make the filler visible.

Mouth corners
Radiesse is very good for treating your mouth corners. Radiesse is a very suitable product if your face lacks volume. The problem can be solved by injecting the filler directly into the problem area, or by adding some volume to the cheek bones, creating a kind of liquid facelift. The effect is immediately visible and lasts about 18 months. The substance is quite firm and cannot be dissolved. Lifting the mouth corners by treating your lips is not an option. The product is not suitable if you are over 65, because Radiesse stimulates collagen production. If the filler is injected right under the skin, movements may make the filler visible.

Nasolabial fold
Radiesse is very good for treating your nasolabial folds. Radiesse is a very suitable product if your face lacks volume. The problem can be solved by injecting the filler directly into the problem area, or by adding some volume to the nasolabial folds. The effect is immediately visible and lasts about 18 months. The substance is quite firm and cannot be dissolved. The product is not suitable if you are over 65, because Radiesse stimulates collagen production. If the filler is injected right under the skin, movements may make the filler visible.

Hands
The best effect for the visible bones, veins and sagging skin is realised by the Radiesse filler. You need 1.5 cc (one syringe) per hand. Two weeks after the treatment, you may experience a mild swelling, which will last a few days.

What results can I expect?

The Radiesse filler has a direct effect that lasts 18 months. The effect may last shorter if you are older or if your body has problems producing collagen.

Risks

Is it safe?
Radiesse injections are safe if given by an experienced practitioner. Radiesse can be used long term without affecting your general health.

What side effects are there?

The side effects seen most are swelling or bruising on the injection site, headache or flu-like symptoms.

How can I prepare for the treatment?

Bruising can be prevented in part by taking Arnica drops or tablets before the treatment. They are available from your chemist. If necessary, we will give you an ice-pack to reduce the swelling.
If you feel nervous about the treatment, it is important that you are open and honest about this to your doctor. Knowing that, he will be able to support you while you undergo the treatment. If you are of a nervous disposition, please contact our practice.

Is there anything to consider after the treatment?

It is advisable that you do not use any make-up or creams within 6-8 hours of the treatment. This helps prevent infections. If you would rather camouflage your face immediately after the treatment? We have a camouflage cream on sale that contains Arnica. It is intended for skin care, reduces swelling and is completely sterile.

What results can I expect?

Product clustering (little bump) after the injection. This can be remedied successfully. In that case, you need to contact our practice.
The first 24 hours after the treatment, you should not go to the sauna, undergo any infrared treatment, exercise or drink alcohol to excess.