Radiesse® — Injectable Fillers, Hedden Plastic Surgery

Aging, fat loss and the pull of gravity eventually create noticeable changes in the area under the eyes, along the cheekbone and down to the base of the jaw. Treatments with Radiesse® at Hedden Plastic Surgery in Birmingham, Alabama deliver immediate and long-lasting results to restore and reshape obvious signs of facial aging.

• What is RADIESSE filler?
• How does RADIESSE filler work?
• Is RADIESSE filler safe?
• Am I candidate for RADIESSE treatment?
• Why "fill in" wrinkles with RADIESSE filler?
• How is a RADIESSE treatment performed?
• How soon can I expect results? How long will the results last?
• How many treatments will I need?
• How much does RADIESSE treatment cost?
• Are there any side effects?
• Could I have an allergic reaction to RADIESSE filler?
• Is RADIESSE filler permanent?

What is RADIESSE filler?

RADIESSE filler (previously marketed as Radiance™ cosmetic filler) is a safe, next generation dermal filler that is aiming to become the new standard for the correction of facial lines and wrinkles, such as nasolabial folds. Years of rigorous clinical studies prove that RADIESSE filler provides long lasting correction of smile lines and wrinkles around the nose and mouth. RADIESSE filler is made of unique calcium-based microspheres suspended in a water-based gel that is injected into the skin through a simple, safe, and minimally invasive procedure. RADIESSE filler treatments deliver a natural look that lasts.

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How does RADIESSE filler work?

RADIESSE filler is gently injected into the skin in small amounts with a very fine needle. RADIESSE filler stimulates the body to produce new collagen. This unique response provides immediate, visible improvement of folds and wrinkles, and provides long-lasting and beautiful results.

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Is RADIESSE filler safe?

In years of rigorous clinical testing and use by physicians in hundreds of thousands of patients worldwide, RADIESSE filler has been shown to be safe and effective. In the FDA clinical studies there were virtually no allergic reactions. There may be some normal injection related occurrences, such as bruising, discomfort, swelling, or redness that typically resolve on their own.

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Am I candidate for RADIESSE treatment?

You may be a RADIESSE filler candidate if you are beginning to notice facial wrinkles, lines, and folds. RADIESSE filler provides immediate and long-lasting wrinkle correction. Talk to a RADIESSE physician for more information.

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Why "fill in" wrinkles with RADIESSE filler?

Over time, tissue volume diminishes, leaving folds and wrinkles in several common patterns, including the deepening of nasolabial folds, accentuated smile lines (sometimes called "marionette lines"). RADIESSE filler can be injected into the skin in order to compensate for the loss of volume or to correct these areas. By stimulating the body to produce new collagen, RADIESSE filler provides a natural look that lasts for a fresh, rested, healthy appearance that still looks like you.

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How is a RADIESSE treatment performed?

RADIESSE filler is injected into the skin through a simple, safe, quick, and minimally invasive outpatient procedure. Typically administered in a physician's office with the use of a local anesthetic, RADIESSE treatment requires little to no downtime, with most patients returning to normal activities almost immediately after treatment.

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How soon can I expect results? How long will the results last?

The results are immediate. RADIESSE filler continues to deliver results as it stimulates your body to produce new collagen. Results may last a year or more in many patients, which may result in fewer office visits for retreatments. Since results may vary, be sure to discuss your expectations with your doctor.

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How many treatments will I need?

Many patients will achieve their desired result after just one or two treatments. To ensure your satisfaction with the treatment, your physician might schedule a follow-up visit, where a touch up treatment might be recommended.

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How much does RADIESSE treatment cost?

Because RADIESSE treatment is customized for each patient, its cost varies. In general, the cost of RADIESSE filler is comparable to similar procedures. And because RADIESSE filler may require fewer offices visits for retreatment, you could save money and time. Consult your physician for a recommendation as to how RADIESSE filler can best meet your individual needs.

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Are there any side effects?

Normal, injection-related reactions such as mild irritation, edema, swelling, itching, discoloration, or tenderness at the injection site may occur. These conditions typically resolve themselves within one to two days.

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Could I have an allergic reaction to RADIESSE filler?

RADIESSE filler is biocompatible. You do not need to undergo skin allergy testing, which is common with certain animal-based or permanent filler agents, prior to treatment. However, if you believe you are having an allergic reaction to RADIESSE filler, seek medical attention immediately.

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Is RADIESSE filler permanent?

No. Treatment results are long-lasting, but not permanent. Over time the tiny calcium-based microspheres gradually break down into calcium and phosphate ions which are safely and naturally absorbed into your body, leaving your own newly produced collagen in their place.

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To find out more about Radiesse® treatments, contact Hedden Plastic Surgery in Birmingham, Alabama today.