Dr. Ellis has been performing ophthalmic and facial plastic procedures for over thirty years, including eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) , laser skin resurfacing, Botox for wrinkles, and dermal fillers for scars and wrinkles.
RADIESSE dermal filler is used for facial contouring. It can restore a healthy, youthful appearance, enhance your existing features, help you defy age and gravity all without invasive surgery. Radiesse® dermal filler is made of calcium-based microspheres suspended in a water-based gel, and is injected into the skin through a simple and minimally invasive procedure. It continues working over the time stimulating your body to produce new collagen and encouraging collagen to grow around the injection area .Safe and clinically tested, Radiesse ™ is made from a biocompatible substance that’s identical to what’s naturally found in the body.
It has received CE mark certification, two FDA approvals, and a number of FDA clearances. There’s virtually no risk of allergic reaction, and there have been very few side effects reported in clinical trials and actual use. You’ll see the results right away - and these results may last up to a year or more for many patients.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do dermal fillers work?
RADIESSE dermal filler is made of unique, patented, calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a water-based gel carrier.
Once injected, RADIESSE dermal filler starts a process called neo-collagenesis, or the creation of new collagen. It stimulates collagen production in your own body and encourages collagen growth around the injection site. In many cases, results may last up to a year or more.
Upon injection, RADIESSE dermal filler immediately adds volume to facial features. It immediately provides facial volume for a soft, natural look. The transformation is noticeable right away
Fibroblasts form new collagen as normal reaction.
Over time, your body will gradually absorb the gel carrier, but the very tiny, smooth microspheres remain. New resident tissue (collagen) surrounds the CaHA microspheres and remains in the dermis.
Are Radiesse dermal fillers safe?
In years of rigorous clinical testing and use by physicians in hundreds of thousands of patients worldwide, dermal fillers has been proven to be safe and effective.
These products are biocompatible substances that are identical to what’s naturally found in the body. They do not contain any animal- or human-derived components and it has a minimal risk of allergic reaction.
After injection, the filler will not migrate to other parts of the body. Over time, it degrades naturally and is safely metabolized by the body’s own processes.
Have Radiesse dermal fillers been reviewed by a Notified Body?
Yes. Radiesse dermal filler has US FDA approvals.
How is treatment with dermal filler performed?
The dermal filler is injected into the skin through a simple, safe, quick, and minimally invasive outpatient procedure. Treatment typically takes place in a physician’s office with the use of a local anesthetic.
Will I need a skin test?
Dermal fillers are made of a synthetic, biocompatible substance that’s identical to what’s naturally found in the body. They don’t contain any animal- or human-derived components, there’s virtually no risk of an allergic reaction. That means you do not need to undergo skin allergy testing prior to treatment. However, if you believe you are having an allergic reaction to any dermal filler, seek medical attention immediately.
Does it hurt?
Physicians use a variety of pain management techniques during treatment to ensure patient comfort. Please talk to your physician about which techniques are right for you.
Are there any side effects?
There have been very few side effects reported in clinical trials and actual usage. However, you may experience some common injection-related reactions, such as mild irritation, edema, swelling, itching, discoloration, or tenderness at the injection site. These conditions typically resolve themselves within one to two days.
What if I’m taking medication?
Patients may need to refrain from taking some medications and supplements for a few days prior to treatment. If you’re taking medications or supplements, please tell your physician before receiving treatment.
How soon can I expect results?
You’ll see results immediately after treatment. The filler continues to deliver results over time as it stimulates your body to produce new collagen. Results may last up to a year or more in many patients. It depends of the natural and individual response.
How quickly can I return to my normal activities?
Most patients experience little to no downtime and return to normal activities almost immediately after treatment. Other patients may need more time for recovery. By 24 hours after treatment, most swelling and redness will have subsided.
How long will my results last?
Treatment results last up to a year or more for many patients. Individual results may vary, depending on age, skin type, lifestyle, and metabolic rate, so be sure to discuss your expectations with your doctor.
Will the Radiesse dermal filler become hard or noticeable to the touch?
No. The dermal filler stays soft and will take on the characteristics of the surrounding tissue.
Is the dermal filler permanent?
No. Treatment results last a long time, but they are not permanent.
How many treatments will I need?
Manypatients will achieve their desired result after just one treatment. To ensure your satisfaction, your physician may schedule a follow-up visit, where a touchup treatment might be recommended.
How much does the dermal filler cost?
Because treatment is customized for each patient, the cost varies.
Upon injection, RADIESSE dermal filler immediately adds volume to facial features. It immediately provides facial volume for a soft, natural look. The transformation is noticeable right away
Fibroblasts form new collagen as normal reaction.
Over time, your body will gradually absorb the gel carrier, but the very tiny, smooth microspheres remain. New resident tissue (collagen) surrounds the CaHA microspheres and remains in the dermis.
