Radiesse™ - Related FAQ's

Q: I have a friend who had a very big lump when she came home from her doctor after Radiesse was injected to plump up her cheek. What could this be from?

A: If a lump occurs a while after the injection, it could be a collection of blood around the site of the needle puncture called a hematoma. These can look normal in color or turn very dark blue, red or black. They may be tender to the touch. If the lump occurred immediately during the injection it could be a hematoma or it could have been from overcorrection in one area. There is swelling that does occur after Radiesse and a perfectly filled area can look overcorrected within 15 minutes after the injection but not like a large lump. Usually hematomas go away on their own, but the doctor has means of shrinking it faster. Warm moist compresses tend to help and your friend should ask their doctor to see her and evaluate her condition.

Q: Can Radiesse be placed near the corner of the mouth to lift it up? I understand it shouldn't be used in the lips themselves.

A: Yes, Radiesse is used sparingly in the skin component of the corner of the outer lower lip to raise up the corner. Juvederm and Restylane are also used.

Q: I had Radiesse injected in my cheeks but I left unhappy seeing the doctor had injected it lower than I wanted but she said to give it time. How long will it take to go away?

A: Radiesse causes swelling even during the procedure. I see changes in the one side after injecting it while I inject the other side. Give it time. It may be swelling that is moving down by gravity. Masssage may help. Ask your doctor. The Radiesse may take one year or more to go away.

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