Radiesse is an injectable treatment that uses calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) to care for facial volume and skin firmness.
We choose the dilution and injection approach according to whether your goal is to fill hollow areas or improve the firmness of loose skin.
Radiesse is an injectable treatment that uses calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) to care for facial volume and skin firmness. We choose the dilution and injection approach according to whether your goal is to fill hollow areas or improve the firmness of loose skin.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Ingredients | CaHA microspheres and carrier gel |
| Goal | Volume correction and skin elasticity management, depending on treatment purpose and dilution method |
| Treatment plan | 1–2 sessions as a reference; adjusted according to skin condition, purpose, and response |
| Recovery | Swelling, bruising, pain, and nodules possible. Individualized aftercare guidance tailored to Radiesse treatment |
Radiesse is an injectable product composed of CaHA (calcium hydroxylapatite) microspheres and the gel that carries them. It can be used for volume correction, and CaHA also has the characteristic of stimulating collagen production by interacting with fibroblasts in the skin.
Fibroblasts are cells that produce collagen and other components that maintain the skin’s structure. Radiesse can be considered for managing skin elasticity and structure by making use of this cellular response.
The dilution method and injection plan vary depending on the purpose of treatment and skin condition. We first confirm whether volume correction is needed or whether skin elasticity management is the main focus, and proceed with treatment accordingly.
CaHA Microspheres and Carrier Gel
Radiesse has a structure in which CaHA microspheres are dispersed in a gel. Treatment is planned considering both the initial changes that appear after injection and the tissue response that develops over time.
Stimulating Collagen Production
CaHA stimulates fibroblasts in the skin to help produce collagen. The extent and timing of actual skin changes vary by individual.
Treatment Planning According to Purpose
Even with the same product, the goal and course of treatment can differ depending on whether it is diluted, how it is diluted, and the injection volume and site. Planning takes into account the degree of hollowing, skin thickness, and reduced elasticity together.
Radiesse can be used for volume correction, and depending on skin condition and treatment purpose, it may also be diluted for use. The injection plan differs between correcting facial hollowing and managing elasticity over a wide area of skin. The treatment purpose is determined first according to your goals, and the initial changes and subsequent course are explained.
It is not used in thin, highly mobile areas such as the lips or under the eyes. Please inform us of any inflammation or infection at the treatment site, autoimmune disease, history of keloids, or pregnancy/breastfeeding status. If an immediate and finely detailed shape change is the goal, a hyaluronic acid filler may also be considered.
| Product | Composition | Key Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Sculptra | PLLA | Gradual wrinkle and volume change through a collagen response |
| Radiesse | CaHA microspheres and carrier gel | Volume correction and elasticity management planned according to treatment purpose and dilution method |
| Hyaluronic Acid Filler | Hyaluronic acid gel | Shape and volume correction according to the gel’s physical properties and injection plan |
Initial changes vary depending on the treatment purpose — volume correction or skin elasticity management — and the dilution method. Afterward, the tissue response resulting from CaHA’s stimulation of collagen production is observed.
Radiesse is generally planned for 1–2 sessions as a reference, but the plan is adjusted based on whether volume correction or skin elasticity management is the main focus, and on the dilution method and actual response. The number of sessions needed and any additional treatment are determined based on product guidance and consultation findings.
Radiesse differs in composition from hyaluronic acid filler, so it cannot be dissolved in the same way using the enzyme that breaks down hyaluronic acid. Swelling, bruising, pain, and nodules may occur, and although rare, serious complications from intravascular injection are also possible. If severe pain, skin color change, or visual disturbance occurs after treatment, medical evaluation should be sought immediately.
Please do not press or massage the injection site strongly on your own, and follow the individual aftercare instructions provided after treatment. If a hard lump, redness, warmth, or pain develops, please let the clinic know.
They differ in composition, initial volume change, and the collagen response that develops over time. The choice is made by considering the extent of hollowing, skin condition, your goals, and recovery schedule together.
No. Since it is not hyaluronic acid, it cannot be dissolved with the dissolving enzyme. This is why treatment starts with a conservative dose.
Both are possible: Radiesse can correct volume as is, or be diluted for elasticity management depending on skin condition and treatment purpose. Correcting facial hollowing and managing elasticity over a wider area call for different injection plans, so we settle on your goal first and walk you through the initial changes and the course that follows.
As a reference, 1–2 sessions, though the plan shifts depending on whether volume correction or elasticity management is the main focus, the dilution method used, and how your skin actually responds. Product guidance together with your consultation findings determines the session count and whether further treatment is needed.
The course of a nodule varies by type and timing — some resolve on their own, while others require treatment. If a nodule, redness, or pain occurs, please let us know without waiting. We will check the condition and respond accordingly.
