Patient reactions vary, so injections of ANY filler may be accompanied by
either a topical or injectable anesthetic. Please consult with your physician
for more information.
How long will Radiesse™ last?
In facial applications, Radiesse should provide a correction that lasts
around one to two years (with an occasional touchup). Individual results may
vary, affected by age, metabolism, skin type, lifestyle and muscle activity.
How quickly can I return to my normal activities?
Approximately 24 hours following injection of Radiesse, most swelling or
redness will have subsided. Some patients return to work immediately following
injection, while others may need 24 hours.
Is Radiesse permanent?
No. The gel carrier dissipates over a few months allowing for new tissue
infiltration. The CaHA particles gradually break down and are metabolized over
two to three years.
Will Radiesse become hard or noticeable to touch?
No, Radiesse will remain soft and pliable and will take on the
characteristics of the surrounding soft tissue.
Will I need a skin test?
No pre-testing is required due to Radiesse’s unique synthetic product
formulation and biocompatibility profile.
What is Radiesse composed of?
Radiesse is composed of synthetic calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres
suspended in a gel carrier.
CaHA is a biomaterial with over twenty years of use in orthopedics,
neurosurgery, dentistry, and ophthalmology, and is the primary mineral
constituent of bone and teeth. The semi-solid nature of Radiesse is created by
suspending CaHA in a common water based carrier, also used in a large array of
products.
Radiesse is synthetic CaHA that has similar characteristics to bone and
teeth, and is naturally compatible with the body. It has been tested extensively
in clinical trials for over seven years now with exceptional safety and efficacy
results.
How many treatments will I require?
Some patients may achieve an optimal correction on their first injection. For
other patients, variability in the rate of tissue in-growth may require a
touch-up to achieve an optimal correction.
Are there any side effects?
There are few reported side effects. However, some common injection-related
reactions may occur, such as edema, swelling, pain, itching, discoloration, and
tenderness at the injection site.
What if I am taking medication?
Radiesse should not be implanted in patients while on an aspirin regimen or
while taking other medications that could inhibit the healing process. Please
consult your physician for more information.
Can Radiesse be injected over other implants?
Radiesse should not be implanted in patients with other implants or materials
still in place.
Is Radiesse approved?
Yes, Radiesse is approved for use in U.S., Europe, Canada, and various other
countries. For more detail on these approvals, please visit our
Regulatory section.
