Youthful skin depends on a strong support network beneath the surface. Collagen provides structure and firmness, while elastin allows skin to stretch and return to its original shape. As these proteins decline with age, the skin becomes thinner, your facial contours soften, wrinkles deepen, and volume loss becomes noticeable. Rebuilding this foundation is key to achieving natural-looking rejuvenation.
RADIESSE is an FDA-approved dermal filler made from calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a smooth gel carrier. The gel provides immediate volume and contour while the CaHA particles act as a biostimulatory scaffold. This controlled response activates fibroblasts, encouraging collagen production. As the gel is absorbed, your body’s regenerated structural proteins help maintain smoother, more youthful-looking skin.
Traditional RADIESSE restores volume, defines facial contours, and softens deeper wrinkles and folds. The thicker consistency provides immediate structural support in areas such as the cheeks, jawline, chin, and aging hands while stimulating collagen production. This dual-action approach delivers instant improvement with continued skin remodeling as your body responds to the CaHA microspheres.
Hyperdilute RADIESSE combines CaHA filler with saline and lidocaine, creating a thinner solution that spreads evenly through superficial tissue. Instead of functioning primarily as a dermal filler, it stimulates widespread collagen production to improve thickness, firmness, texture, and elasticity. This is especially effective for areas with crepey or lax skin, including the neck, décolletage, arms, and other regions.
RADIESSE can restore volume, improve skin quality, and stimulate long-term collagen production for a wide range of aesthetic concerns, including:
Your treatment begins with a personalized consultation, during which your master injector evaluates your facial anatomy, skin quality, areas of volume loss, and aesthetic goals. Together, you’ll determine whether traditional or Hyperdilute RADIESSE is the best option for your concerns. Your skin is cleansed, treatment sites are carefully marked, and a topical anesthetic may be applied if appropriate to maximize comfort.
Your injector then precisely places RADIESSE using a fine needle or blunt-tip cannula, depending on the treatment area and technique. Traditional RADIESSE is injected deeper to restore structure and contour, while Hyperdilute RADIESSE is distributed more superficially to stimulate collagen across a broader area. After treatment, the area is gently assessed, post-care instructions are reviewed, and you can return to most normal activities the same day.
RADIESSE is generally well tolerated, but temporary side effects may include:
Most patients return to work and normal daily activities immediately or within 24 hours. Mild swelling and tenderness typically improve over the first few days, while bruising may take up to 2 weeks to resolve. Applying a cold compress intermittently during the first 24 hours can help minimize swelling. Avoid strenuous exercise, excessive heat, and vigorous massage of the treated area for the first day.
Your injector may also recommend taking Arnica the day before treatment and again on the morning of your visit to help minimize bruising and swelling. Arnica is a natural anti-inflammatory supplement that many patients use to support a smoother recovery. We will also review your medications, supplements, and medical history, and advise you of any temporary adjustments that may help optimize results.
You’ll notice an immediate improvement in volume and contour because the gel carrier provides instant structural support. Over the following weeks and months, calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres stimulate your natural collagen and elastin production, allowing your results to continue evolving as your skin becomes firmer and better supported.
The results vary based on the area, your metabolism, and the amount of product. Traditional RADIESSE often provides visible improvement for 12 to 18 months, while collagen stimulated during treatment may continue supporting skin quality over time. Hyperdilute RADIESSE focuses on gradual skin rejuvenation, with improvements continuing to develop over several months.
Whether you’re restoring facial contours, refreshing aging hands, or improving skin laxity on the neck or arms, the right RADIESSE approach depends on your specific concern. At LaVida Medspa, our master injectors evaluate your anatomy, skin quality, and goals to determine whether traditional or Hyperdilute RADIESSE is right for you. Schedule a consultation at our Chandler or Mesa location and see the difference immediate volume and long-term collagen stimulation can make.
