RADIESSE® AT DERMACARE MEDICAL AESTHETICS

As we age, the body’s natural collagen production slows down, leading to visible signs of aging like sagging skin, fine lines, and volume loss in areas that were once full and firm. These changes are often most noticeable in the hands, where thinning skin can make veins and bones more prominent. RADIESSE® is a unique dermal filler that restores lost volume in both the face and hands, helping to smooth wrinkles and create a more youthful, refreshed appearance.

Anyone looking to restore their youth should consider RADIESSE® treatments at Dermacare Medical Aesthetics.

 

Candidates for RADIESSE®

The ideal candidate for Radiesse has visible signs of aging on the lower half of their face and hands. The injectable is used mainly for the reduction of wrinkles and volume replacement in the cheeks and hands, but it can also be used for jawline definition. Men and women with the following symptoms can benefit from RADIESSE®: 

• Marionette lines
• Laugh lines
• Chin wrinkles
• Hollow cheeks
• Jowls
• Crepey hands and volume loss
• Temple hollowing
• Facial sagging

There is no age limit for getting a RADIESSE® treatment, but the ideal patient is in their late 30s or early 40s. At that point, natural collagen and elastin production have decreased significantly. The injectable is recommended for those who have severe facial wrinkles, as it works with the body to create long-term collagen. 

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid getting the treatment. There is not enough research to prove the injectable is safe for pregnant women. Additionally, women and men who have active skin infections should wait until the condition clears, or they should discuss alternative treatments with Dermacare providers.

 
 

How RADIESSE® Works

RADIESSE® uses advanced, calcium-based microsphere technology to deliver soft, natural-looking results you can see immediately. Unlike traditional hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers, RADIESSE® does more than just add volume — it also stimulates your body’s natural collagen production over time. Thanks to this dual action, many patients find that the benefits of RADIESSE® last even longer than those of standard HA fillers.

 

The treatment works in two phases. Once injected, the gel-like formula adds instant volume to the treated area, restoring lost facial structure and smoothing the wrinkles. During the second phase, the body naturally absorbs and eliminates the gel carrier, leaving behind calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres. These microspheres act as a scaffold, encouraging your body to produce new collagen and gradually restore structure and volume from within.

With time, the CaHA microspheres are metabolized, leaving only the newly formed collagen. The microspheres will remain there for around 12 to 16 months, triggering the body’s healing response. This consistently leads to the production of new collagen, which can improve the firmness and smoothness of the skin. 

Most patients find the treatment very tolerable and don’t require any anesthesia. However, for added comfort, ice or a topical numbing cream can be used. The injectable is delivered with a fine needle directly into the target area, and the entire process typically takes just 15 to 20 minutes.