Radiesse® is a safe, next generation cosmetic dermal filler that lasts longer than the former leading filler. Radiesse is setting a new standard for the correction of facial lines and wrinkles, restoring a natural, youthful look in an easy, convenient treatment. Numerous medical studies have shown that Radiesse is a safe, longer lasting treatment to fill and correct smile lines, Nasolabial Folds and wrinkles around the nose and mouth.

What you should know about Radiesse?

• Radiesse is FDA APPROVED to safely correct wrinkles and folds around the nose and mouth, including Nasolabial Folds
• Radiesse LASTS LONGER than the former leading cosmetic filler
• Radiesse stimulates your skin to produce NEW COLLAGEN
• Radiesse provides IMMEDIATE correction in a treatment that can be performed over your lunch hour!
• Radiesse will allow for you to have FEWER INJECTIONS and office visits
• Radiesse's BIOCOMPATIBILITY means no allergy testing prior to treatment
• The NEXT GENERATION cosmetic dermal filler made of ADVANCED calcium based microsphere technology
• Radiesse is long lasting, NOT PERMANENT, with none of the risks associated with permanent implants
• COST-EFFECTIVE treatment that lasts longer than other fillers and uses less material to achieve OPTIMAL CORRECTION

RADIESSE PROVIDES IMMEDIATE SATISFACTION, LONG LASTING RESULTS

The results of a Radiesse treatment are immediate. Radiesse dermal filler typically lasts a year or more, longer than the former leading filler, saving you time and money. Since results may vary, be sure to discuss your expectations with your experienced Radiesse provider.

RADIESSE IS SAFE AND EFFECTIVE

Radiesse is made of unique calcium-based microspheres that are suspended in a natural gel that is injected into the skin through a simple, safe and minimally invasive procedure.

Hundreds of thousands of patients have experienced Radiesse and more than 4,000 physicians worldwide have been trained to provide Radiesse treatments. Through years of clinical studies and independent research, Radiesse has proven to be safe and effective. With Radiesse, you get safe, FDA Approved, clinically tested reliability.

Frequently Asked Questions: Radiesse

What is Radiesse?
Radiesse is an injectable for facial folds and wrinkles. Calcium Hydroxylapatite* has a history of safe use in otology (ears), laryngeal (vocal chords), and dental and orthopedic applications.

What is Radiesse used for?
Radiesse is used to fill moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds-- the creases that extend from the corner of your nose to the corner of your mouth.  Radiesse will not correct the underlying causes.

Can Radiesse work for me?
Talk to your doctor about your medical history when deciding on treatment options.  You should not use Radiesse if you are allergic to any ingredient of Radiesse.  You should also not choose Radiesse if you desire only short-term results.

How does Radiesse work?
Once injected, Radiesse immediately adds fullness to your face giving you a visible result at the first treatment session.  Radiesse contains microspheres made of a natural material called Calcium Hydroxylapatite* in a water based gel carrier.

How long do Radiesse treatment effects last?
Although treatment effects will differ for each person, in a clinical study, Radiesse lasted up to six months.

Do injections of Radiesse hurt?
As with any injection, injections with Radiesse may hurt.  Radiesse is injected in small amounts using a very fine needle.  Your doctor may apply a topical or local anesthetic**.

Are skin tests needed before treatment with Radiesse?
No skin testing is required prior to use of Radiesse.

Should I tell my healthcare provider what medications I am taking?
Yes.  You should tell your plastic surgeon about all the medicines you are taking, even over the counter medicines or treatments.  If you are taking blood thinners or medications that may interfere with clotting of the blood, such as aspirin, you might be more likely to have bruising or bleeding at the injection site.  There have been no studies of possible interactions between Radiesse and drugs or other substances or implants.

What can I expect to happen at a Radiesse treatment session?

• Your plastic surgeon will answer all of your questions and prepare you for the treatment.
• The area where the Radiesse injections will be given will be cleaned with an antiseptic.
• You and your plastic surgeon will determine if an anesthetic** is needed for your Radiesse treatment.
• Radiesse will be injected in small amounts into the skin using a very fine needle.
• An ice pack may be applied to the treatment area before or after Radiesse treatment to help reduce swelling.

What are possible side effects*** of treatment with Radiesse?
Talk to you doctor about the possible side effects of Radiesse.  The most common side effects are redness, bruising, or swelling.  These side effects generally last for a short time and are mild in nature.  As with all procedures that involve an injection through the skin, there is a risk of infection when using Radiesse.  However, no infections have been reported in the clinical study of Radiesse.  Report any side effects you may experience to your plastic surgeon. 

What can I expect after my Radiesse treatment?
Immediately following a treatment session with Radiesse redness, bruising or swelling may occur in the treatment area.  These signs usually go away in a short period and are generally mild in nature.  An ice pack may be applied to the Radiesse treatment area to help reduce swelling.  Your plastic surgeon will give you specific post-treatment care instructions.

For approximately 24 hours after Radiesse treatment:

• Avoid significant movement or massage of the treated area.
• Do not apply makeup.
• Avoid extensive sun or heat exposure.

After you leave the Quatela Center for Plastic Surgery, you may experience redness, bruising or swelling for a few days.  Not all patients experience these, but please note that such effects can occur after Radiesse and are not out of the ordinary for such a treatment.

You may be able to feel the area where Radiesse was injected for some period after injection.  Over time, the injected area will feel more and more like your own tissue.

How quickly can I get back to my daily activities after a Radiesse treatment?
Most patients feel comfortable going back to their normal activities immediately after treatment with Radiesse.

How many Radiesse treatments are required?
Your plastic surgeon will decide with you the number of treatment sessions and the amount of Radiesse you will need at each treatment session.  Generally, significant changes may be achieved in a first treatment.  A touch-up of Radiesse may be required to achieve optimal results.

Without touch-up Radiesse injections, how will my skin look?
You skin will begin to gradually look like it did before treatment as you near the end of the time period Radiesse usually lasts.  Periodic touch up Radiesse injections will help you maintain the look you have after treatment.

What other things do I need to know about Radiesse?
The Microspheres in Radiesse can be seen in X-rays and CT Scans.  It is very important that you inform your doctor and other health care professionals that you have Radiesse injected in your face.  Even though Radiesse can be seen in X-Rays and CT Scans, there is not a high risk that it would cause your doctor concern, as long as s/he knows that you have had Radiesse injected in your face.

*Calcium Hydroxylapatite: A biocompatible (compatible with living systems), biodegradable (dissolves in the body) material.  It is identical in composition to the mineral portion of teeth and bone.

**Anesthetic: A substance that causes loss of feeling or awareness.  A topical or local anesthetic causes temporary loss of feeling a part of the body, and may make your treatment more comfortable.

***Side effect: an undesirable event caused by use of the product.