Immediate Volume, Lasting Collagen Support
Volume Now, Collagen Support Over Time
Radiesse® adds volume instantly while stimulating your own collagen for results that keep improving over time.
Trusted Radiesse Providers in Albuquerque
Why Choose Sandia Skin + Face for Radiesse?
- Experience with calcium hydroxylapatite technology, which adds immediate volume while encouraging your own collagen production
- A strong option for patients who want visible results right away, not just gradual improvement
- Treatment plans that include hand rejuvenation, not just facial volume loss
- Honest guidance on whether Radiesse or another biostimulator better fits your goals
Immediate Support and Collagen Stimulation
What Is Radiesse®?
Radiesse® is an FDA-approved injectable filler composed of calcium hydroxylapatite, or CaHA, microspheres suspended within a smooth gel carrier.
The gel provides immediate volume and structural support beneath the skin, helping improve facial folds, contours, and areas of volume loss.
As the gel is gradually absorbed, the CaHA microspheres remain temporarily within the tissue and act as a scaffold that encourages your body to produce new collagen.
This dual-action approach provides visible correction immediately while supporting gradual improvement in firmness, structure, and skin quality.
A Dual-Action Biostimulatory Filler
Immediate Results With Long-Term Support
Radiesse combines the immediate volume associated with a dermal filler with the collagen-building benefits of a biostimulatory treatment.
Your treatment is customized around your facial anatomy, skin quality, volume loss, and desired level of correction.
Request a ConsultationCalcium Hydroxylapatite Technology
How Does Radiesse® Work?
Radiesse is placed beneath the skin using a fine needle or cannula. The gel carrier immediately fills and supports the selected treatment area.
The calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres create a temporary framework within the tissue that encourages new collagen to form.
As the gel and microspheres are gradually metabolized, the newly produced collagen can continue supporting improved skin structure and firmness.
Results are visible immediately and may continue evolving during the weeks and months after treatment.
A Three-Part Rejuvenation Process
What Happens Beneath the Skin?
- Immediate volume: The gel carrier adds support and contour as soon as it is placed.
- Collagen activation: CaHA microspheres encourage the body to produce new collagen.
- Gradual integration: The initial filler material is slowly absorbed while collagen remains.
- Long-lasting correction: Results commonly last approximately 12 to 18 months.
Facial Contouring, Hand Rejuvenation, and Skin Support
What Areas Can Radiesse® Treat?
Radiesse may be used to restore structural support, soften facial folds, improve contours, and rejuvenate areas affected by volume loss.
- Nasolabial folds: Softens deeper folds extending from the nose toward the mouth.
- Marionette lines: Improves folds extending downward from the corners of the mouth.
- Cheeks and midface: Restores structural support and improves facial contour.
- Jawline: May improve lower-face definition and structural balance.
- Chin: Can add projection and improve facial proportions.
- Hands: Restores volume over visible veins and tendons for a smoother appearance.
- Neck and décolletage: Hyperdiluted Radiesse may improve firmness and skin quality.
- Selected body areas: Hyperdiluted treatment may be used to support skin quality in appropriate areas.
Structural Volume and Contouring
Traditional Radiesse®
Traditional Radiesse is placed at its standard concentration to provide immediate volume and structural support.
It may be selected for deeper facial folds, cheek support, chin or jawline contouring, and hand rejuvenation.
- Provides visible volume immediately
- Supports facial contours and structure
- Encourages new collagen formation
- Can improve prominent veins and tendons in the hands
Skin Quality and Firmness
Hyperdiluted Radiesse®
Hyperdiluted Radiesse is mixed with additional sterile solution before treatment so it functions more as a biostimulatory skin treatment than a traditional volumizing filler.
This approach may be used to improve firmness, texture, elasticity, and crepey-looking skin without adding noticeable volume.
- Supports collagen and elastin production
- Improves skin quality without significant fullness
- May be used on the neck, chest, arms, thighs, and hands
- Results develop gradually after treatment
Visible Enhancement With Staying Power
Benefits of Radiesse®
- Dual-action results: Provides immediate correction while stimulating collagen.
- Natural-looking structure: Adds support and definition without a soft gel-like appearance.
- Long-lasting improvement: Results commonly last approximately 12 to 18 months.
- Facial and hand rejuvenation: Can address multiple areas affected by volume loss.
- Skin-quality improvement: Hyperdiluted treatment can improve firmness and elasticity.
- Immediate visibility: Traditional Radiesse results are noticeable at the appointment.
- Minimal downtime: Most patients return to regular activities quickly.
- Biocompatible materials: CaHA is similar to minerals naturally found within the body.
Immediate Volume and Collagen Support
Radiesse®
- Provides immediate structural volume
- Uses calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres
- Encourages collagen production over time
- May be used for facial contouring and hands
- Results commonly last 12 to 18 months
Gradual Collagen Rebuilding
Sculptra®
- Does not provide the same immediate structural correction
- Uses poly-L-lactic acid technology
- Results develop gradually over several months
- Often used for broader areas of facial volume loss
- Results may last up to two years or longer
Learn more about Sculptra or ask your provider which biostimulator better fits your goals.
Personalized Facial and Skin Rejuvenation
Who May Be a Good Candidate for Radiesse?
Radiesse may be appropriate for adults who want to restore facial volume, improve structural definition, soften deeper folds, or rejuvenate the appearance of the hands.
Hyperdiluted Radiesse may also be considered for patients seeking improved firmness, texture, or elasticity without significant added volume.
A consultation is required to review your health history, previous treatments, anatomy, skin quality, and aesthetic goals.
What to Expect Before, During, and After
The Radiesse Treatment Process
Step One
Before Treatment
Your provider will evaluate your concerns, medical history, anatomy, previous treatments, and desired results.
You may be advised to avoid alcohol, certain medications, or supplements that can increase bruising when medically appropriate.
Step Two
During Treatment
The skin is cleansed and may be numbed with a topical anesthetic.
Radiesse is then placed beneath the skin using a fine needle or cannula according to your treatment plan.
Step Three
After Treatment
Immediate volume and contour improvement are generally visible after treatment.
Mild swelling, tenderness, redness, or bruising may occur for several days.
Step Four
Collagen Development
New collagen gradually forms around the CaHA microsphere framework.
Skin support and quality may continue improving during the weeks and months following treatment.
Precise Placement and Personalized Planning
What to Expect at Your Radiesse Appointment
Your appointment begins with an evaluation of your face, hands, or selected treatment areas.
Your provider will determine whether standard or hyperdiluted Radiesse is appropriate and create a placement plan based on the amount of volume, structure, or collagen support needed.
Treatment time varies depending on the number of areas addressed. Many appointments can be completed in less than an hour.
Most patients return to normal activities shortly after treatment, although visible swelling or bruising may temporarily occur.
Treatment Overview
- Treatment time: Often less than one hour
- Results: Visible immediately with standard Radiesse
- Collagen response: Develops gradually
- Downtime: Usually minimal
- Typical duration: Approximately 12 to 18 months
Protect Your Treatment Results
Radiesse Aftercare
Your provider will give you specific instructions based on the formulation, dilution, placement, and areas treated.
Follow the personalized directions provided at your appointment.
- Apply a cool compress gently if recommended to help manage temporary swelling.
- Avoid strenuous activity, excessive heat, and alcohol during the initial recovery period.
- Avoid pressing, rubbing, or aggressively massaging treated areas unless your provider specifically instructs you to do so.
- Use gentle skincare and daily sun protection while the skin remains sensitive.
- Contact the practice promptly for severe pain, unusual skin discoloration, vision changes, or other concerning symptoms.
Careful Planning Matters
Can Radiesse Be Dissolved?
Radiesse is not a hyaluronic acid filler and cannot be dissolved with hyaluronidase.
Its effects gradually decrease as the material is absorbed and metabolized by the body.
This makes experienced provider selection, conservative treatment, and precise placement especially important.
Future Treatment Planning
Can Radiesse Be Combined With Other Procedures?
Radiesse may be combined with neuromodulators, skin treatments, and selected dermal fillers within a comprehensive rejuvenation plan.
You should tell future injectors, dermatologists, and facial surgeons where and when Radiesse was placed.
Your provider will recommend the safest sequence and timing for any additional treatments.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Radiesse different from Sculptra?
Radiesse adds volume immediately using calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres, while Sculptra works more gradually to rebuild collagen over several months. Radiesse still supports long-term collagen production as the gel absorbs, giving you both immediate and lasting benefits.
What areas can Radiesse treat?
Radiesse is commonly used for nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and volume loss in the cheeks and jawline. It's also a popular option for rejuvenating the hands, where it can restore lost volume and improve skin texture.
How long do Radiesse results last?
Most patients see results lasting around a year, with some improvement in skin quality continuing as collagen builds. We'll help you plan any follow-up treatments to maintain your results over time.
When will I see results?
Standard Radiesse provides visible volume and contour improvement immediately. Collagen-related improvements continue developing during the weeks and months after treatment.
Does Radiesse hurt?
Most patients tolerate Radiesse well, especially since it's often mixed with a numbing agent before injection. We can also apply topical numbing cream beforehand if you're sensitive to discomfort.
Is there downtime after Radiesse treatment?
Most patients experience little to no downtime, though mild swelling or bruising at the injection site is possible for a few days. We'll go over aftercare tips to help you heal as smoothly as possible.
Can Radiesse be dissolved?
No. Radiesse is not a hyaluronic acid filler and cannot be dissolved with hyaluronidase. It gradually absorbs and metabolizes over time.
Is Radiesse safe?
Radiesse is FDA-approved and has a long history of clinical use. As with all injectable treatments, risks are possible, making experienced provider selection and proper treatment planning important.
Can Radiesse be used beyond the face?
Yes. Radiesse is commonly used for hand rejuvenation. Hyperdiluted Radiesse may also be used to support collagen, firmness, and skin quality in selected areas such as the neck, chest, arms, and thighs.
How do I request a Radiesse appointment near me?
Requesting your visit is easy! Just use our online appointment request tool to reach out, and our team will follow up to confirm a time that works for you. We can't wait to help you achieve natural, lasting results!