Restore Volume, Revive Youth, Reignite Confidence
As we age, both collagen and elastin, which are vital proteins for maintaining skin structure and elasticity, undergo significant changes: Collagen Decline and Elastin Breakdown.
Collagen is responsible for providing structure, firmness, and strength to the skin. As we age, our body produces less collagen, and the collagen fibers become weaker and more disorganized.
This results in the skin losing its firmness and volume, contributing to the formation of fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging, especially in areas like the cheeks and jawline.
Elastin is the protein that allows the skin to "snap back" into place after stretching. It gives the skin its elasticity and resilience.
As we age, elastin production also slows down, and the existing elastin fibers start to break down. This leads to a loss of skin’s ability to bounce back, which makes the skin appear more loose, saggy, and less youthful.
Other factors like sun exposure, smoking, poor diet, and environmental stressors can accelerate the breakdown of both collagen and elastin, leading to premature aging of the skin.
Overall, a combination of reduced collagen and elastin contributes to the visible signs of aging, like wrinkles, sagging, and less plump skin.
Radiesse is an effective and quick solution to resolve the collagen and elastin decline. Results are immediate, natural, and subtle, for a look that perfectly complements your unique beauty.
Radiesse builds your unique structural contours by stimulating collagen and elastin production.
What is Radiesse?
Boost Collagen, Improve Elasticity, and Restore Radiance
Calcium hydroxylapatite, or CaHA, is what makes Radiesse unique as a dermal filler treatment. Radiesse is composed of 30% of CaHA suspended in an aqueous gel carrier (70% of a gel carrier by volume.
Upon injection, the Radiesse CaHA gel matrix provides immediate improvement.
CaHA particles form a “scaffold” that stimulates fibroblasts to produce collagen for up to a year and elastin for up to nine months (after only one injection).
As the gel carrier breaks down, a firm network of collagen fibers form. Then, the formed collagen and elastin replaces the correction provided by the gel carrier, smoothing lines and promoting renewed skin structure.
What are the side effects of treatment with Radiesse?
Common side effects of Radiesse or Radiesse (+) include bruising, redness, swelling, pain, and itching at the site of injection.
How do I prepare for injections with Radiesse?
Avoid dental work for 2-4 weeks prior to your treatment.
Avoid taking St. John’s Wort, high dose of Vitamin E supplements, omega – 3’s, fish oil, Aspirin and other NSAIDS ( Non-steroidal Anti- Inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen, Motril, Aleve, and Advil). These agents may increase bruising and bleeding at the injection site.
You may take arnica capsules 1-2 days prior to treatment to reduce the possibility of post treatment bruising and swelling and continue to take arnica for 3-4 days after treatment.
If you like pineapple, EAT UP! Pineapple contains an enzyme called Bromelain, which is found in juice and stem of the fruit. The anti-inflammatory properties of Bromelain help reduce bruising and swelling.
Avoid taking St. John’s Wort, high dose of Vitamin E supplements, omega – 3’s, fish oil, Aspirin and other NSAIDS ( Non-steroidal Anti- Inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen, Motril, Aleve, and Advil). These agents may increase bruising and bleeding at the injection site.
You may take arnica capsules 1-2 days prior to treatment to reduce the possibility of post treatment bruising and swelling and continue to take arnica for 3-4 days after treatment.
If you like pineapple, EAT UP! Pineapple contains an enzyme called Bromelain, which is found in juice and stem of the fruit. The anti-inflammatory properties of Bromelain help reduce bruising and swelling.
How does Radiesse work once it's injected?
Radiesse stimulates collagen III, which is gradually replaced by collagen I. This creates a stable organized ration of collagen I and II with structure and support, compared to collagen type I stimulation alone.
- Collagen III stabilizes and organizes collagen I, ensuring its alignment and thickness.
- By stimulating both, Radiesse results in youthful-looking skin.
How soon after injection will I see results and how long do they last?
Immediately upon injection, Radiesse helps smooth out lines and wrinkles. When we are injecting it for bio-stimulation, it may take up to 6 weeks to see the start of results.
The natural-looking results last a year or more in many patients.
Frequently Asked QUESTIONS
What should I do after treatment?
Massage the treated area to evenly distribute Hyperdilute Radiesse. A good rule of thumb is 3-3-3: Massage the injected area for 3 minutes, 3 times a day, for 3 days in a row.
