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What to Expect During Your Radiesse Treatment: Step-by-Step Process

Radiesse Treatment by Sheperd Integrative Dermatology in Mount Pleasant, SC

Feeling like time is taking a toll on your skin? If you’ve been searching for a way to refresh your appearance without surgery, Radiesse might be your solution. This versatile dermal filler restores lost volume and stimulates collagen production, offering long-lasting results. Let’s explore what you can expect during a Radiesse treatment step by step so you can feel confident and informed before scheduling your appointment.

What Is Radiesse?

Radiesse is an FDA-approved dermal filler for moderate to severe wrinkles and facial volume loss. It contains calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres suspended in a gel-like substance. The filler works in two ways: It immediately restores volume and stimulates natural collagen production over time. The result is smoother skin, reduced wrinkles, and a youthful, natural-looking lift.

Radiesse is a powerful option for treating deep nasolabial folds, volume loss in the cheeks, or even aging hands. Full results typically develop within one to two weeks and can last anywhere from 12 to 18 months, depending on the treatment area and individual factors.

Using skincare in your daily routine alongside Radiesse treatments can help maintain the results, ensuring that your skin stays smooth and youthful even longer.

Benefits of Radiesse Dermal Filler

Before we break down the treatment process, let’s take a moment to highlight the benefits of Radiesse for skin rejuvenation:

  • Stimulates natural collagen production.
  • Provides immediate visible results.
  • Long-lasting effects, typically up to 18 months.
  • Smooths have moderate to severe wrinkles and folds.
  • Restores lost volume in the face and hands.
  • FDA-approved for safety and effectiveness.
  • Minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment.
  • Enhances facial contours and skin texture.
  • Biodegradable and naturally absorbed by the body.

Preparing for Your Radiesse Treatment

Like any cosmetic procedure, proper preparation ensures the best possible results. During your initial consultation, your provider will discuss your concerns, assess the areas you want to treat and determine whether Radiesse is the right choice. You’ll also receive detailed pre-treatment instructions, which may include:

  • Avoid certain medications or supplements: Blood thinners like aspirin or ibuprofen can increase the risk of bruising.
  • Skipping alcohol and smoking: These can slow down the healing process.
  • Keeping your skin clean: Arrive at your appointment with a makeup-free face to reduce the risk of infection.

Step 1: Consultation and Treatment Planning

Your Radiesse wrinkle treatment begins with a personalized consultation. This is your opportunity to share your aesthetic goals and ask questions about the treatment. Your healthcare expert will check your skin, evaluate your facial structure, and identify the areas most benefit from Radiesse.

In Mount Pleasant, SC, experts at Sheperd Integrative Dermatology specialize in tailoring treatments to individual needs, ensuring natural-looking results. Based on your goals, they will create a customized treatment plan to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, or enhance facial contours.

Step 2: Preparation on Treatment Day

On the day of your Radiesse treatment, you can expect a relatively quick and straightforward process. Your provider will clean the targeted areas to remove dirt or oil, and a topical numbing cream will be applied to minimize discomfort during the injections.

Radiesse dermal filler already contains lidocaine, a numbing agent, to make the experience as comfortable as possible. However, if you have specific sensitivities, let your provider know so adjustments can be made.

Step 3: The Injection Process

The actual injection process typically takes 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the number of areas being treated. Your provider will carefully inject the Radiesse filler into the areas using a fine needle or cannula. The precision of the injections ensures an even distribution of the filler, creating a smooth and natural-looking result.

You may feel slight pressure or a mild pinching sensation as the filler is injected. Most patients find the procedure tolerable and appreciate its short duration.

Step 4: Post-Treatment Care

Once the injections are complete, your provider gently massages the treated areas to distribute the filler evenly. You’ll be given detailed aftercare instructions to optimize your results and minimize side effects. These may include:

  • Avoid strenuous activities: Skip the gym or other intense activities for 24 to 48 hours.
  • Keeping your skin cool: Use an ice pack to reduce swelling or redness.
  • Avoiding excessive sun exposure: Protect your skin from UV rays to prevent irritation.
  • Refraining from touching your face: Let the filler settle naturally without interference.

Mild swelling, redness, or bruising at the injection sites is normal and should subside within a few days. Most patients can go back to their activities immediately after the procedure.

What to Expect After Radiesse Treatment

One of the standout benefits of Radiesse for facial volume loss and wrinkle treatment is the immediate improvement you’ll notice. Your skin will look smoother, and areas with volume loss will appear plumper. However, the real magic happens in the weeks following your treatment as Radiesse stimulates collagen production. This natural process enhances your results, creating firmer, more youthful skin.

How Long Do Results Last?

Radiesse provides longer-lasting results than other dermal fillers. While individual results vary, most patients enjoy their rejuvenated appearance for 12 to 18 months. Regular maintenance treatments can help you preserve your results and feel confident in your skin.

Is Radiesse Right for You?

Radiesse is an excellent option for individuals seeking a minimally invasive way to address signs of aging. It’s particularly effective for:

  • Smoothing moderate to severe wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds.
  • Restoring lost volume in the cheeks or jawline.
  • Rejuvenating aging hands for a more youthful appearance.

However, Radiesse may not be suitable for everyone. Your provider may recommend alternative treatments if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have certain medical conditions. During your consultation, your provider will assess your medical history and aesthetic goals to determine the best approach.

Why Choose Radiesse in Mount Pleasant, SC?

When considering Radiesse treatments, finding a qualified and experienced provider to achieve safe, natural-looking results is ideal. In Mount Pleasant, SC, Sheperd Integrative Dermatology is known for its expertise in cosmetic dermatology. The team ensures patients receive a personalized experience tailored to their unique needs.

Ready to Rejuvenate Your Skin?

Radiesse offers a safe, non-invasive option for those seeking facial volume loss, wrinkles, and overall skin rejuvenation. With immediate visible results, long-lasting effects, and the added benefit of collagen stimulation, it stands as a powerful alternative to surgery. Whether you wish for a youthful look or facial enhancement, Radiesse provides a customizable solution that works with your natural beauty.

Achieve a Youthful Glow with Radiesse today and experience the confidence that comes with radiant skin!

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Amy brings her whole heart to her role on the Sheperd cosmetic team.  A graduate of Elon College and the Medical College of Virginia, Amy has been a board-certified nurse for over 30 years.  Bringing her skills as an ICU nurse into her role in cosmetic patient care, Amy provides a warm, reassuring presence to all her clients, listening to their concerns and collaborating with them in a plan to bring forth and enhance their natural beauty.  A standing member of the American Association of Plastic Surgery Nurses and a past RN trainer in cosmetic and aesthetic procedures, Amy offers all types of laser treatments, botox and dermal filler injections, and chemical peels.

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