Radiesse
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Radiesse
Radiesse in Los Angeles
Immediate structure with collagen stimulation over time — a dual-action biostimulator.
Radiesse is a biostimulator made of calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres in a gel. It offers a dual action: immediate structure and lift from the gel, followed by gradual collagen stimulation as the microspheres do their work. It is often chosen for contour and support in the lower face and hands.
Radiesse pairs the instant feedback of a filler with the longer-term collagen benefit of a biostimulator. As with every injectable at Onassis Skin Health, placement is conservative and anatomy-based, with the goal of natural structure rather than overcorrection.
By The Numbers
Part of a Growing Injectable Category
Injectable treatments are among the most popular aesthetic procedures nationally. Biostimulators like Radiesse are a distinct and growing part of this category.
U.S. minimally invasive cosmetic procedures, 2023
Procedures performed nationally, by category
(Botox, Dysport, etc.)
(laser, peels, dermabrasion)
(laser hair removal, IPL, etc.)
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| Category | 2023 procedures | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| Neuromodulators (Botox, Dysport, etc.) | 9,480,949 | +9% |
| Hyaluronic-acid fillers | 5,294,603 | +8% |
| Skin resurfacing (laser, peels, dermabrasion) | 3,501,696 | +5% |
| Skin treatments (laser hair removal, IPL, tattoo/vein) | 3,101,772 | +6% |
Source: American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), 2023 Procedural Statistics Report. National figures shown for context; they reflect U.S. trends, not any individual practice. Biostimulatory injectables such as Radiesse are not broken out as a separate line in this dataset; they fall within the broader injectable-treatment trend.
Best Suited ForWhat Radiesse Can Address
Radiesse is well-suited to structural support and contour, including:
Cheeks & Midface
Immediate lift and contour with collagen support that develops over time.
Jawline & Chin
Definition and structure to the lower face and profile.
Folds
Softening of deeper nasolabial folds and marionette lines where structure is needed.
Hands
Restoring volume to the backs of the hands, a well-established use.
Skin Quality (Hyperdilute)
Hyperdilute or diluted Radiesse can be used to support overall skin quality and firmness.
Lower-Face Contour
Structural balance for patients seeking definition rather than softness.
Radiesse vs. SculptraImmediate Plus Gradual
Both Radiesse and Sculptra are biostimulators, but they behave differently. Radiesse provides immediate structure along with collagen stimulation, while Sculptra is almost entirely gradual. Radiesse is often favored for contour and lift; Sculptra for diffuse, global volume restoration.
Neither is ‘better’ in the abstract — the right choice depends on your anatomy, goals and timeline. Radiesse is not typically used in the lips or the delicate under-eye area.
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How We DecideEvidence-Based Practice
Aesthetic medicine changes rapidly, and novelty alone is not evidence. At Onassis Skin Health, treatment and skincare protocols are developed with reference to peer-reviewed medical literature and respected clinical guidance — then interpreted for the individual in front of us.
Research does not replace clinical judgment. It informs it.
Published evidence is read in the context of your anatomy, skin type, medical history, risk profile, lifestyle and desired outcome. Product and technique selection, dosing or placement, and pre- and post-care all follow from that combination of evidence and individualized assessment — not from what is simply popular or available for purchase.
When AppropriateCombination Treatments
Structure is one component of a natural result. Where appropriate, Radiesse may be combined with:
+ HA Filler
For areas unsuited to Radiesse, such as the lips, where an HA filler is more appropriate.
+ Neuromodulator
To soften dynamic lines alongside structural support.
+ Laser & Skincare
To refine surface texture and tone while Radiesse supports contour and collagen.
Combinations are recommended only when each element contributes meaningfully to your goals. Sometimes the right plan is a single, well-chosen treatment — and sometimes it is choosing not to treat at all.
CandidacyIs It Right For You?
Radiesse suits patients seeking structural contour with both immediate and gradual benefit. It is not used in the lips and is generally avoided in the tear trough. Certain medical conditions, active infection, pregnancy and breastfeeding warrant caution or deferral, and it is not readily reversible. If another product or approach better fits your goal, we’ll recommend it.
QuestionsFrequently Asked
Are results immediate?
There is immediate structure from the gel, followed by gradual collagen-driven improvement over the following months.
How long does it last?
Results commonly last around a year or more, varying by individual and area.
Is it reversible?
Radiesse is not readily reversible like HA fillers, so conservative, well-planned placement is important.
What is hyperdilute Radiesse?
A diluted preparation used to support overall skin quality and firmness rather than to add focal volume.
Can it be used in the lips?
No — Radiesse is not used in the lips; an HA filler is appropriate there.
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