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Radiesse™
for filling wrinkles
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Radiesse™ for filling wrinkles
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The Procedure Prior to Radiesse™ injection, Dr. Galoob will take a complete medical history and perform a careful examination. He will describe the type of anesthesia to be used, the procedure, what results might realistically be expected and possible risks and complications. Photographs are taken before and after to evaluate the amount of improvement. Patients who have a history of cold sores are sometimes placed on a cold sore prevention medication such as Zovirax or Valtrex before and after the procedure. Most patients will require some form of local anesthetic, either topical numbing cream or injections in the area to be treated. Since Radiesse™ is a natural tissue substance, no skin test is needed prior to treatment. Radiesse™ injections are given in the office. The areas to be treated are confirmed with the patient and consents for treatment are signed. Injections are given very superficially into the wrinkle or scar to be corrected. Some swelling and occasionally bruising may occur and may be covered with make up. Most patients may resume normal activity immediately and are able to be in public with make up by the next day. Radiesse™ is effective and long lasting after a single treatment and can last from 4 to 8 months in most patients. What is Radiesse™? Radiesse™ is an calcium powder solution which has undergone a patented process and is FDA approved for use in the face. It is injected into facial contour defects. The effects of Radiesse™ are temporary and last from 4 to 8 months in most individuals. What types of conditions is Radiesse™ best used for? Radiesse™ can be used for treating facial contour defects. The most common treatments involve: * Nasolabial
folds (sides of the nose) Is Radiesse™ treatment a replacement for laser-skin resurfacing, chemical peels, or dermabrasion? No, but it can be efficacious when used alone or in concert with these procedures for the treatment of facial contour defects. How many treatments are required? Typically a single treatment lasts from 4 to 8 months in most individuals. In addition, studies have shown that new collagen grows into the filled area and provide some permanent improvement in some patients. Are the treatments uncomfortable? Your doctor will inject Radiesse™ with a fine-gauge needle. Some patients have found these injections uncomfortable and prefer some local anesthetic. If this is the case in your situation, ask your physician about the use of local anesthetics. What will I look like immediately after treatment? Most patients can apply makeup immediately. Bruising can occur following the injections and is usually easily covered with makeup. How long has Radiesse™ been used? Radiesse™ was approved by the FDA in December 2006. Since that time, over 100,000 syringes of Radiesse™ have been shipped to physicians in the United States. Are there any medical conditions that preclude the use of Radiesse™? Patients with connective tissue disease or those with severe allergies should avoid the use of Radiesse™. Can I use Radiesse™ if I was allergic to Bovine Collagen? Patients with sensitivity to Bovine Collagen or other fillers may use Radiesse™. No skin test is necessary, but Dr. Galoob will place a test for you if you wish to be absolutely certain. Thousands
of patients who undergo Radiesse™ injections each year are
delighted with the results. Although complications are rare, there
are certain inherent risks connected with every surgical procedure
that should be thoroughly discussed with the physician. Patients
can minimize complications by carefully following directions given
by the physician. If you are interested in learning more about Radiesse™, call or email our office or leave your name and address on this web page and we will be happy to answer your questions. You may also
visit the Radiesse™ web site at www.radiesse.com
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