Radiesse

What is it?

Radiesse is an injectable made of tiny CaHA microparticles suspended in a gel. Once injected, it stimulates collagen and elastin production around the particles, which makes it a biostimulator (collagen stimulator). When used hyperdiluted and spread thinly and widely through the skin, it works less as a volumizer and more as a skin booster for better skin quality and firmness. Results aren't instant; they build gradually over 2–3 months as new collagen fills in. The CaHA particles break down naturally in the body over time.

Who it's for

• Loss of skin firmness, fine lines, skin texture and pores
• Neck lines and neck firmness, sagging jawline (the classic areas for the diluted technique)
• A good fit for patients who want natural-looking improvement, since it works by regenerating collagen

At Datena

• One syringe (4.5cc) is distributed mainly across your main concern areas: smile lines, front cheeks, side cheeks and marionette lines
• Highly recommended for fine lines and hollowing in the lower face for people in their 50s and up. Deep wrinkles = Radiesse; natural volume = Juvelook Volume

Before treatment

• If you take blood thinners, aspirin or similar medications, bruising is more likely (talk to your prescribing doctor about whether to stop)
• Treatment is postponed if there is an active infection, inflammation or skin condition in the treatment area
• Treatment is generally deferred during pregnancy or breastfeeding
• We check your recent treatment history (fillers, lifting, etc.)

After treatment

• No strong massage or stimulation of the treated area on the day of treatment
• Cold compresses help ease bruising and swelling

Good to know

• Bruising, swelling, redness and tenderness at injection sites: usually improve within a few days
• Rarely, nodules or lumps (if too much is injected into a shallow layer)
• Unlike HA fillers, it can't be dissolved with hyaluronidase, so precise control of depth and amount is essential
• Very rarely, infection or vascular complications

"An injection that plants a collagen factory in your skin" "If Water Glow is about hydration, Radiesse is about firmness" "Results build gradually and look most natural after 2–3 months" "Not a sudden dramatic change, but your skin itself getting better"