Radiesse® is a calcium-based dermal filler injected into the skin for a smooth and non-invasive procedure.
Radiesse® dermal filler is a unique injectable treatment made of calcium-based microspheres in a water-based gel, offering a simple and non-invasive procedure for skin rejuvenation. Calcium hydroxylapatite, or CaHA, sets Radiesse apart from other injectables by providing both immediate results and long-term benefits, lasting up to a year for many patients. This filler not only contours the skin upon injection but also stimulates collagen and elastin production, essential for maintaining skin strength and elasticity. As we age, our bodies produce less collagen and elastin, leading to wrinkles and sagging skin, but Radiesse helps counteract these effects. By integrating into the skin and stimulating collagen and elastin production, Radiesse creates a firm network that smooths lines and revitalizes skin structure.
Radiesse offers a range of advantages as the firmest filler and the only calcium-based filler available offering immediate correction, serving as a biostimulator injectable that can stimulate the production of Type 1 collagen over time.
This treatment is specifically designed to address volume loss in areas such as cheeks, nasolabial folds, chin, and jawline, all while improving skin texture and reducing wrinkles. The gradual breakdown of calcium spheres leads to an increase in collagen and elastin production, resulting in a natural enhancement of skin quality over time.
Additionally, Radiesse can be used off-label for purposes beyond its approved facial treatments, such as treating cellulite, skin laxity, chest wrinkles, and non-surgical buttock enhancements through Radiesse injections.
One distinguishing factor between Radiesse and hyaluronic acid fillers lies in their reversibility. Hyaluronic acid fillers can be dissolved in cases where outcomes are unsatisfactory or complications occur. In contrast, Radiesse does not provide the same level of ease in terms of reversibility. Although not inherently a disadvantage, this characteristic underscores the importance of a comprehensive consultation process to ensure alignment between the patient and physician regarding their goals and expectations.
The cost of Radiesse ranges from $650 to $800 per syringe. The total cost depends on the number of injections and dosage needed, which will be determined during your consultation.
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