If you would like to get rid of wrinkles and fine lines, a Radiesse® injection is one solution, as this type of injectable filler can typically reduce the appearance of such age-related issues for up to about two years. It can also be used to add volume to lips and cheeks. You can expect to only spend minutes in the doctor's office, as this treatment usually takes about 15 minutes. The substance is typically injected under the skin through at least one injection site, though some doctors choose to inject it into a few areas of the face after dispensing local anesthetic and applying antiseptic to the skin's surface. The results of Radiesse® are usually obvious within a week, during which time you may have about one day of swelling and discomfort.
This treatment is typically used as an alternative to plastic surgery, as it is considered less invasive, but the downside is that the results are not permanent. You will likely have to get the procedure done again about two years after the initial treatment, and you may need touchups in the meantime. Of course, the success rate of this treatment depends on how well your body responds to the gel, as you may need another Radiesse® injection either sooner or later than two years.
Like just about any medical treatment, there are possible complications that may come with this kind of procedure. For example, you may have an allergic reaction to either the gel or the anesthetic. You may also get an infection after the Radiesse® injection, or a scar at the injection site. Additionally, you may notice sudden pain, which is not typically a normal side effect of this procedure. Nodules may also form, especially if you get this filler put into your lips to add volume, with the required treatment of this issue usually being surgery or steroid medications.
There are few side effects that come with a Radiesse® injection, which is partly why it is often preferred over surgery. You will likely notice some swelling and discomfort, though these side effects should disappear within about two days. Some patients also observe bruising, which should go away within days of the treatment in most cases. Though it is often suggested that you avoid sunlight for a few days after the Radiesse® injection, you can typically return to your normal routine directly after the treatment, which means that you do not usually need to take any time off work like you would with a surgical procedure.
