Replace Lost Volume, Smooth Wrinkles, and Tighten Skin
A Collagen-Building Filler for the Face, Hands, and Body
Radiesse® is unlike most dermal fillers on the market today. Rather than relying on hyaluronic acid to plump skin from the moment it’s injected, Radiesse® uses calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA), a substance naturally found in your bones, suspended in a smooth gel carrier. Once placed beneath the skin, those microspheres act as a scaffold that signals your body to produce its own new collagen.
The result is a two-part outcome: you see an immediate lift and smoothing from the gel itself, followed by a gradual improvement in firmness and texture over the following months as fresh collagen develops. Radiesse® is FDA-approved, well-studied, and known for results that often last a year or longer.
Schedule a free consultation with our team to find out whether Radiesse® is the right fit for your goals.
Where Can Radiesse® Be Used?
Radiesse® is a remarkably versatile filler. It’s used to restore lost facial volume, refine contours, and rejuvenate aging hands, and in a more diluted form, it can tighten and smooth crepey skin across larger areas of the body.
Face
- Cheek volume loss
- Nasolabial folds (smile lines)
- Marionette lines
- Pre-jowl shadows
- Jawline definition
- Non-surgical chin enhancement
- Non-surgical nose refinement
- Liquid facelift treatments
Neck, Body & Hands
- Crepey neck skin
- Décolleté and chest lines
- Upper arms and elbows
- Knees
- Abdomen and buttocks
- “Orange peel” cellulite texture
- Stretch marks
- Hand rejuvenation (bony, veiny hands)
How Radiesse® Works
Radiesse® is injected beneath the skin in fine lines, often using fanning or cross-hatching techniques to spread the product evenly through the target layer. In some cases, your provider will gently massage the area afterward to ensure smooth distribution.
The treatment can be customized based on what you’re trying to achieve. For volume restoration in areas like the cheeks or chin, a more concentrated formulation is used. For skin tightening on the neck, chest, or body, Radiesse® is diluted with sterile saline and lidocaine, sometimes at ratios of 1:4 or higher, so it can be spread thinly across larger surfaces to encourage diffuse collagen growth.
You’ll typically see initial improvement right away from the gel base. The real magic happens over the following three to six months, as your body lays down new collagen fibers around the calcium microspheres. Most patients reach their best results around the three-month mark, with continued refinement after that.
What To Expect After Treatment
Recovery from Radiesse® is generally quick and uneventful:
- Mild redness at the injection sites, usually resolving within an hour
- Possible swelling for 24 to 48 hours
- Bruising is uncommon but can occur
- A temporary numb feeling for an hour or two from the lidocaine
- Most patients return to normal activities the same day
We recommend avoiding strenuous exercise, alcohol, and NSAIDs like ibuprofen for the first 24 hours to minimize swelling and bruising. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is fine if you need something for discomfort.
FAQs About Radiesse®
Does Radiesse® hurt?
The injections themselves are very tolerable. Radiesse® is mixed with lidocaine, a numbing agent similar to what your dentist uses. Most patients describe the procedure as easy and comfortable. You may feel mild pressure during injection and a numb sensation for an hour or so afterward.
How long do results last?
Results have been shown to last at least one year, and many patients enjoy benefits for 18 to 24 months. Because Radiesse® stimulates your own collagen, the improvement tends to fade gradually rather than disappear all at once.
How quickly will I see results?
You’ll see an immediate change from the gel base right after treatment. Over the next week, any swelling settles and the result becomes more refined. The collagen-building effect develops gradually over three to six months, so your skin continues to improve well after the appointment.
How many treatments will I need?
Most patients seeking volume restoration (for the cheeks, jawline, hands, or a liquid facelift) see excellent results from a single session. For skin tightening on the neck, chest, or body, mild laxity may respond to one treatment, while more pronounced looseness often benefits from a series of two or three sessions spaced a few weeks apart. We typically schedule a follow-up around the three-month mark to evaluate your progress.
Can Radiesse® be dissolved like other fillers?
No. Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers (Juvéderm, Restylane), Radiesse® cannot be reversed with an enzyme. The gel base breaks down naturally over a few weeks, and the calcium microspheres gradually metabolize over 12 to 15 months. This is why choosing an experienced injector matters. Precise placement is essential.
Who shouldn't get Radiesse®?
Radiesse® isn’t recommended for people with:
- A history of severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
- Active skin infections in the treatment area
- Known bleeding disorders
- An allergy to lidocaine (alternatives may be available)
What's the difference between Radiesse® and Radiesse® Plus?
Radiesse® Plus is simply Radiesse® that comes pre-mixed with lidocaine from the manufacturer. When we use standard Radiesse®, we add lidocaine ourselves, so the experience is essentially identical. The only patients who need to know the difference are those with a lidocaine allergy.
Can Radiesse® be combined with other treatments?
Absolutely. Radiesse® pairs well with neurotoxins like Botox® or Dysport® for a complete liquid facelift, and it complements energy-based skin tightening treatments such as Ultherapy or Morpheus8. Your provider will recommend the best combination for your goals during your consultation.
Ready To Look More Refreshed?
Schedule your free cosmetic consultation today and find out if Radiesse® is the right treatment for restoring volume, tightening skin, or refining your contours.
Contact Back to 30 ® online or call us today at (864) 372-3003 and schedule a cosmetic consultation.
* Note: All services are performed under medical direction * Note: There is no guarantee of specific results. Individual results may vary. Some images are of models, not actual clients.