Radiesse (formerly Radiance)
What is Radiesse?
Calcium based microspheres suspended in a natural gel that is injected either just beneath or deep in the dermis
What areas are treated with Radiesse?
For smile lines, Nasolabial folds and deeper creases and wrinkles around the nose and mouth Is also used to sculpt the face. Not intended for high-movement areas like the lips
- Immediate Results
- Requires local anesthesia
- Little to no downtime
- Usually need only one treatment to achieve desired result
- Stimulates your skin to make new collagen
- Possible side effects include clumping and filler migration (may require surgery to correct)
- How long does Radiesse last?
Semipermanent filler: results typically last one year or longer
Restylane
What is Restylane?
A natural hyaluronic acid-based cosmetic dermal filler. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance that already exists in the human body and is used to provide volume and fullness to the skin.
What areas are treated with Restylane?
Decreases appearance of fine lines, creases, Nasolabial folds and depressed scars. Also effective for plumping lips.
- The first non-animal based hyaluronic acid
- No allergy testing required
- Topical anesthetic applied prior to injection
- Post-treatment swelling/bruising is expected and can last for up to a week
How long does Restylane last?
Results last six months or more
Juvederm
What is Juvederm?
A natural hyaluronic acid-based cosmetic dermal filler. Hyaluronic acid is a natural complex sugar found in all living cells, and one of the major components of the dermis along with collagen and elastin.
What areas are treated with Juvederm?
Smile lines, Nasolabial folds and moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. Is also used for facial sculpting and to restore volume. Depending upon your needs and desired result, there are two formulations available:
- Juvederm Ultra
- Juvederm Ultra Plus
- A non-animal based hyaluronic acid
- Smooth consistency injectable gel yields a smooth, natural look
- No allergy testing required
- Topical anesthetic applied prior to injection
- Immediate results
- No downtime
- Multiple treatments may be needed to achieve desired result
How long does Juvederm last?
Results last six months or more
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