Benefits
Benefits of Radiesse Kelowna
Radiesse provides instant results with long-term improvement in the health and youthfulness of your skin.
Radiesse results in natural looking, smoother, softer, tighter skin.
Radiesse can last one to two years, making it one of the longest-lasting filler options available.
Radiesse can also be used to rejuvenate the hands and body by restoring youthful volume lost with aging.
Radiesse can be combined with other injectable treatments such as Botox and Dermal Fillers for an even more complete facial rejuvenation.
Radiesse results can be maximized and preserved with holistic anti-aging regimen that incorporates radiofrequency and collagen induction therapy.
Radiesse requires minimal to no downtime with no discomfort. Our expert skincare team will ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
About
What to Know About Radiesse Injectable Treatment
Radiesse is a unique injectable filler that can reduce mild to moderate wrinkles and folds, as well as restore lost volume as a result of aging. Unlike traditional dermal fillers which replenish volume in the skin, Radiesse is made with calcium hydroxylapatite which stimulates the production of healthy new collagen and elastin to improve the skin quality and replace lost volume. For patients who want a natural and longer lasting solution to aging, Radiesse is an excellent option.
How Radiesse Works
Radiesse is an injectable dermal filler designed to provide immediate volume while supporting longer-term skin renewal. Its calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres are suspended in a water based gel, which helps restore volume in areas affected by aging.
Unlike a hyaluronic acid filler, Radiesse works as a biostimulator that stimulates collagen beneath the skin. It encourages the body to produce collagen, supporting the body’s natural collagen production even after the carrier gel has been absorbed. This process can help create firmer, healthy looking skin and a more youthful appearance over time.
The initial volumizing effect is often visible immediately, while collagen development occurs gradually. Radiesse may be recommended for correcting volume loss, softening deep wrinkles, and improving facial wrinkles and folds. It can also support smoothing moderate lines and treating moderate to severe facial aging concerns.
A personalized treatment plan is important because individual results vary. During your consultation today, your provider can evaluate your goals, explain how long do results typically last, and determine whether Radiesse or other treatments may be appropriate. The goal is to achieve natural looking results that help you feel confident without making the face appear overfilled.
Targeted Areas For Radiesse
Radiesse is commonly used in the lower face, where age-related changes can create shadows, folds, and reduced definition. It may improve nasolabial folds, support the corners of the mouth, and address severe facial wrinkles around the nose and mouth.
The filler can also enhance jawline contour and provide structural support in areas where facial volume has diminished. When placed strategically, Radiesse may help re awaken facial definition while preserving natural movement and expression.
In addition to facial applications, Radiesse may be used for hand rejuvenation by reducing the visibility of tendons and veins on the backs of the hands. Radiesse can also be used on all areas of the body to improve skin tone, texture and tightness. The appropriate treatment area and amount of product will depend on your anatomy, skin quality, and cosmetic goals.
Many patients choose Radiesse because it offers both initial correction and progressive collagen support. However, it may not be appropriate for people with certain medical conditions, active skin infections, bleeding disorders, or severe allergies. Review all relevant safety information with a qualified healthcare professional before proceeding.
Radiesse Dermal Filler Recovery Time
Radiesse typically requires minimal downtime, and most people can return to routine activities shortly after their appointment. Temporary swelling redness, tenderness, bruising, itching, or firmness may occur around the injection site. These effects are generally mild and often improve within several days.
Your provider may recommend avoiding strenuous exercise, excessive heat, alcohol, and pressure on the treated area for a short period. Treatments such as facials, massage, laser procedures, and skin peels may also need to be postponed while the skin settles.
Although uncommon, serious complications can occur if filler enters or compresses a blood vessel. Seek immediate medical attention for unusual pain, skin discoloration, vision changes, weakness, or other concerning symptoms following treatment.
Radiesse has been evaluated in clinical studies, but no cosmetic procedure is risk-free or guaranteed to deliver a specific outcome. Choosing an experienced, licensed injector and following all aftercare instructions can help support a safe recovery and satisfactory results.
What is Calcium Hydroxylapatite?
As we age, the production of collagen and elastin begins to decrease. Collagen and elastin play key roles in providing youthful structure for the skin, meaning without collagen and elastin, the skin begins to sag and lose elasticity.
Radiesse is considered an injectable soft tissue biostimulant. It uses calcium hydroxylapatite, a biocompatible material that has been used in medicine for over 20 years. This ingredient acts as a scaffold for new tissue and boosts the production of new collagen and elastin – which gradually replaces the product. This makes Radiesse a great skin rejuvenation treatment for long-term confidence.
References
- Merz North America, Inc.
- RADIESSE (+) Lidocaine Injectable Implant – P050052/S129. U.S. Food & Drug Administration.
- Patricio F Jacovella. Use of calcium hydroxylapatite (Radiesse®) for facial augmentation. 10.2147/cia.s2065.
