Radiesse
Long-lasting volume and collagen stimulation
At a Glance
Pain Level
Minimal, topical numbing applied
Downtime
Mild swelling or bruising for 24-48 hours
Sessions
Single session per area
Duration
30-45 minutes
Results
Visible within 1-2 weeks
Frequency
Every 6-12 months depending on product
What is Radiesse?
Radiesse is a biostimulatory dermal filler composed of calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a gel carrier, designed to provide immediate volume and long-term collagen stimulation. It is used for facial contouring, skin quality improvement, and regenerative aesthetic treatments.
Benefits
- Personalised to your skin and goals
- Performed by qualified practitioners
- Clinically proven technology
Is This Right for You?
Adults with moderate volume loss, weakened jawline or chin definition, or skin laxity on the neck, décolleté, or hands who want a dual-action product delivering both immediate volume and long-term collagen stimulation..
You may benefit if you have:
- Jawline contouring
- Chin projection
- Cheek structural support
- Nasolabial folds
- Skin laxity and firmness improvement
- Hand rejuvenation
- Neck and décolleté (diluted protocol)
Pre-Treatment Care
- Drink 1.5-2 litres of water daily for 48 hours before
- Stop aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E, and ginkgo for 5-7 days before (unless medically required)
- Avoid alcohol for 48 hours before
- Plan for a quiet 3-5 days, bruising is possible, especially on the lower face
- If you have dental work planned, schedule it at least 2 weeks away from your Radiesse® session
- Tell your doctor about all previous fillers in the area
Post-Treatment Care
- Drink 2 litres of water daily for 7 days
- Apply cold compresses for the first 24 hours to reduce swelling and bruising
- Avoid touching, massaging, or manipulating the treated area for 24-48 hours (unless specifically instructed)
- Sleep with your head slightly elevated for 2-3 nights
- Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, hot yoga, and hot tubs for 48 hours
- Avoid alcohol for 48 hours
- Mild swelling, tenderness, and bruising for 3-7 days are normal, arnica helps
- Apply SPF 50+ daily
- Review at 2 weeks, your doctor can top up or, for hyperdiluted skin quality work, book your next session in 4-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Radiesse made of?
Radiesse is calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a gel carrier. CaHA is a biocompatible mineral found naturally in bone. Injected into the skin, it provides immediate volume while the microspheres stimulate your own collagen production over time.
How is it different from hyaluronic acid filler?
HA fillers add pure volume and can be reversed with hyaluronidase. Radiesse adds volume AND biostimulates collagen, making it longer-lasting but not directly reversible. It's often the better choice for structural support (jawline, chin), while HA is preferred for areas needing reversibility (lips, under-eye).
How long does Radiesse last?
Typically 12-18 months. The immediate volumetric effect lasts around 12 months; the biostimulatory collagen benefit continues for several months beyond that.
Can Radiesse be used for skin quality (hyperdiluted)?
Yes, a hyperdiluted protocol (mixed with saline and lidocaine) is used on the neck, décolleté, hands, and sometimes face to improve skin quality, thickness, and elasticity without adding structural volume. This is a popular 'collagen stimulation' application.
Is it reversible?
No, unlike hyaluronic acid, there is no dissolving enzyme for Radiesse. This is why we always start conservatively and use careful, anatomy-led placement.
Where should Radiesse NOT be used?
Lips (not approved for lip augmentation due to risk of nodules), tear trough (causes puffiness), and very superficially (can cause visible bumps). Your doctor will advise honestly.
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