Radiesse injections are a dermal filler performed by certified dermatologists on men and women between the ages of 30-60. Patients suffer from aging of skin around the mouth, nose and cheek areas.
How do our Orange County Radiesse injections work?
Collagen makes the skin firm, and elastin gives flexibility to the skin. Hyaluronic acid connects these two proteins. As people age, the body produces less of these substances resulting in wrinkles, lines and folds. These injections, formerly known as Radience injections, are FDA approved and eliminate moderate to severe skin depressions.
Dermatologists first sterilize the area to be injected with antiseptic. A fine needle is used to inject the Radiesse solution just under the skin but not in the blood vessels. This solution is a gel containing small particles of calcium hydroxylapatite. This is a substance naturally produced by the body and found in teeth and bones. Radiesse injections are combined with the anesthetic lidocaine to decrease any pain or discomfort during the procedure. The process takes less than 20 minutes to complete.
What should I expect following my Radiesse treatment in Orange County?
Patients can return to their normal schedule immediately after the procedure or may rest for a few hours before doing so. They should expect some redness, bruising and swelling to last only a few days. There may be a strong desire to rub the area, but that is prohibited. Other precautions include avoiding the sun or heat for 24 hours, and women should not wear makeup for 24 hours. Patients should keep the muscles in the injected areas as relaxed as possible by not drinking with a straw, laughing or eating chewy items especially gum.
The skin is instantly volumized after Radiesse injections are completed. Final results of this filler are noticeable in one week after any swelling has subsided. After three months, the gel solution is absorbed by the skin and stimulates the production of more collagen. This natural process lasts up to one full year. Many patients achieve the desired results from just one procedure, but a follow-up session may be needed for any touch-ups.
I’m ready to learn more about Radiesse. What’s next?
Deciding to have Radiesse injections performed by licensed dermatologists in Orange Coutny is guaranteed to restore one’s youthful appearance. Unlike other procedures, there is no risk of allergic reaction since the solution consists of components naturally produced in the body. Contact us in any one of our OC skin centers to learn more.