Should I do Radiesse again, do I need multiple treatments?

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Replied on 4/13/2010

By: Nova Cosmetic Center | Jan V. Karlin, M.D.
Plastic Surgeon
Phlebology Specialist
Orlando, FL

Radiesse is not a permanent filler it has to be reinjected when it gets aborbed

Replied on 12/9/2009

By: Renew Medi Spa | Dr. Lisa Hatzos, MD
Windham, NH

My guess is that since you are not seeing a difference, not enough filler was used. Many people need 2 or 3 syringes to get a really nice result. Understand that a syringe of filler, example Radiesse, is only 1.5 ml of volume. I have used 3 or 4 syringes at times in someone who is in their 60's or 70's....

Replied on 11/26/2009

By: About Face Aesthetic Centers, LLC | Dr. Leslie Pickens
Alexandria, VA

The best results with filler are those that are sculpted over time. The client and injector should consider the face like a canvas that is shaped and molded to create the best long-lasting result. It is best to allow the swelling to resolve, reassess the individial reaction and come back later to continue the process and add adjustments, just like you would a piece of sculpture. You do not have one shot to get everything the way you want.
Radiesse is a calcium-containing product in a water based gel. The water and swelling that are partially enhancing the immediate results dissipate and you are left with the actual implant itself. Radiesse stimulates collagen growth, which may later enhance and prolong your result. You should also consider whether you were treated to full correction. If not, optimal results are compromised. Bruising is determined by the amount of blood vessels in the area, (some areas are more vascular than others), your age, number of injection sites and integrity of your blood vessels and skin. It may be hard to predict but the areas around the mouth are susceptible.

Replied on 11/23/2009

By: LazaDerm Skincare Centre | Dr. Lornell E. Hansen, II M.D.
Sioux Falls, SD

I think it is a little to early to decide. Radiesse has a gel carrier that is reabsorbed over time. It would be very unusual for the gel carrier to go away in just a few days. I would assume that the injectionist added some lidocaine to the Radiesse to help with pain
control. The lidocaine is reabsorbed very rapidly and you likely had some swelling that has gone down as well. I would wait another month or so then decide.

Replied on 11/18/2009

By: Aspen Medical Aesthetics and Laser Clinic | Dr Chris Knuth
Mequon, WI

Some swelling occurs after any injectable product is given. When the swelling goes down, the patient gets to see the true result of the product. You probably need more Radiesse, if you liked it better with the swelling present. Patients and physicians struggle with two opposing goals when doing dermal fillers. One the one hand, you'd like to have one session so as to go through the pain, swelling and bruising one time; on the other hand, we can always put in more product, but we can't take it out. So each session is a balance of trying to put in just the right amount of product to get the desired result without putting in too much. As we are generally conservative by nature, a second session is not uncommon.

Replied on 11/18/2009

By: Gia Laser Aesthetic Center | Dr. Jeffrey Kronson
Claremont, CA

The Radiesse cannot be gone in a couple of days but may have migrated to an area where it is difficult to see. I suggest talking to your injector and getting their thoughts.

Replied on 11/18/2009

By: Forever Young MedSpa | Ft. Lauderdale Miami Laser Hair Removal, Botox, Breast Augmentation at South Florida's Finest Medical Spa
Fort Lauderdale, FL

That's a very good question and there are a few answers. Many patients believe they know what they need and come in for a syringe of Restylane, Juvederm or Radiesse believing one syringe will make a difference when they really needed 3-5 syringes. Some patients do only require one syringe however the area of injection may have swelled a bit and caused the area
injected to look fuller then it actually was. In that case it's better to stop at 1 syringe, wait a few days and then inject additional syringes. It always easier to add additional syringes then have to remove excess product especially in the case of Radiesse.

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I was wondering much would 1 syringe of Radiesse be able to do on the face? Is just 1 enough for the mouth folds and upper lip area?

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Will this help or are there better options to help diffuse Radiesse?

Can Radiesse be removed? (4 answers)
I had radiesse in my temples, but on my right side the radiesse has moved down under my eye. I have a large hard ball of radiesse under my eye, can this be rectified?

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I had a radiesse injection for nasolabial folds about 2 1/2 weeks ago and now have a pea sized nodule on the left side at the injection site. It's causing area to be puffy/swollen. I was told to massage it that it should help it go away, which it hasn't. Any suggestions? Thanks.

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I had radiesse (2 syringes) injected on my face to correct laugh lines, and after 1 day my left nose has a big lump and the corner left eye is numb.

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How much cc is in each syringe, and how long does it last? I was also told to ask the doctor to put in a dental block as it hurts to bad.

I spent thousands of dollars on fillers, and they absorb or dissolve and don't work. My skin is thin, is there any hope for me? (2 answers)
The injections were $3000 of radiesse. The doctor said the reason fillers don't work is because I never had enough. I left looking like a freak, and 4 days later, it dissolved and no change. Is there anyway I can get results?

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Is it safe to have a Titan treatment for the face about a month after Radiesse injections? (1 answer)
Is it safe to have a Titan treatment for the face about a month after Radiesse injections? I'm worried that the heat from Titan will cause lumps and bumps in the Radiesse?

How to get rid of infection / red scar? (0 answers)
I had radiesse treatment 2 1/2 weeks ago and in the cheek area experienced redness and pain 2 days after procedure. After 1 week the pain went away but the redness did not. I am on my 2nd round of antibiotic and still red. Is other treatment to remove scar?