Radiesse

Service Description

WHAT IT IS Radiesse is calcium hydroxyapatite suspended in a gel carrier. It works in two phases: the gel provides immediate volume and lift on the day, and as it is absorbed over the following months the calcium microspheres stimulate your own collagen to take its place. WHY PEOPLE CHOOSE IT It is the biostimulator for patients who do not want to wait three months to see anything. You leave with a visible result, and that result is progressively replaced by your own collagen rather than fading away. WHAT WE AIM FOR Immediate contour and lift — particularly along the jawline, cheeks and hands — followed by genuine collagen-based improvement in skin quality that outlasts the product itself. WHO IT SUITS · Jawline definition and mid-face lift · Wanting to see a result on the day · Hand rejuvenation · Skin laxity alongside volume loss · Preferring a firmer, more structural product TREATMENT DETAILS Appointment: 45–60 minutes Discomfort: Numbing cream applied Downtime: Swelling for 2–3 days; bruising possible First results: Immediate, then builds Full result: 3 months Duration: 12–18 months Note: Not used in the lips FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Can Radiesse be dissolved if I don't like it? No — it is not a hyaluronic acid and hyaluronidase does not affect it. This is an important difference from standard filler and one reason Dr Selvi is conservative with placement and dosing. Can it be used in the lips? No. Radiesse is not suitable for the lips because of the risk of nodule formation in that highly mobile tissue. A hyaluronic acid filler is the correct choice there. Can it be diluted for skin quality? Yes — hyperdilute Radiesse is used specifically to improve skin thickness and crepiness over larger areas such as the neck, décolletage and arms, rather than for contour. Dr Selvi will discuss which approach suits your goal. How is a biostimulator different from filler? Filler adds volume immediately — the gel itself is what you see. A biostimulator adds very little volume at first; it prompts your own body to produce new collagen over the following months. The result builds slowly and is your own tissue, which is why it looks and moves naturally. Why does it take so long to see a result? Because collagen production is a biological process, not a mechanical one. Expect the first visible change at around six to eight weeks and the full result at three to four months. Patience here is not a drawback — it is why nobody can tell you had anything done. Is it reversible? No. Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, biostimulators cannot be dissolved. This is why conservative dosing and an experienced injector matter, and why Dr Selvi will assess carefully whether you are a suitable candidate. Do I need to massage afterwards? For most biostimulators, yes — usually five minutes, five times a day, for five days. Dr Selvi will give you specific aftercare instructions for your product, and following them properly matters for an even result. What are the risks? Swelling, bruising and tenderness are common and settle within days. Nodules under the skin are the main specific risk with this class of product; they are uncommon with correct technique and dosing, and are manageable. All risks will be explained fully before you consent. Who will treat me? All injectable treatments at Dr Selvi Clinic are carried out by a doctor, following a face-to-face consultation and an assessment of your suitability. BOOKING Book online, or start with the free 15-minute initial consultation if you are unsure which treatment is right for you. Prices are a guide and may vary according to your personalised treatment plan.