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As you grow older, lines in your face deepen dramtically. Cosmestic procedures, such as Radiesse, are an easy way to cover these signs of aging. It is important to know what you are getting into with a procedure like Radiesse. This guide will walk you through how to prepare for Radiesse.
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Introduction
- Radiesse is a dermal filler used in the facial area to smooth or get rid of wrinkles and other lines, fill in acne scars or plump up your undereye area to make you look younger and less tired. Radiesse is injected further below the skin than other facial fillers and lasts for a year or more. Moreover, Radiesse promotes the growth of your own natural collagen, which helps your skin stay smoother. While Radiesse is a simple out-patient procedure, it will certainly help you prepare for Radiesse if you know what the treatment involves, what medications you might need to avoid, what the possible side effects are and what the recovery process is.
Step 1: What a Treatment Involves
- Radiesse treatments are given in your doctor's office and generally take about 30-40 minutes to administer, depending on how many facial areas are being injected.
- Your doctor may begin by applying a topical anesthetic or numbing solution to help minimize the sting of the needle entry.
- Radiesse will be injected below your skin using a fine needle. It will immediately begin to plump up your face, while staying soft and pliable.
- Your doctor might give you an ice pack to apply to the injected areas to help prevent or minimize swelling.
Step 2: Medicines to Avoid
- You should avoid any medications that can prolong bleeding, including aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDS) for approximately 10 days before and 24 hours after yout treatment to help reduce the risk of bruising and bleeding at the injection site. You should also avoid St. John's Wort and high doses of Vitamin E. If you are on any prescription medications, speak to your doctor to determine if you should continue taking them as normal.
Step 3: Side Effects You May Experience
- Radiesse users have reported some, generally mild, side effects.
- Bruising occurs in 1 out of 10 cases, generally subsiding from 3 weeks to 2 weeks post-treatment.
- There is often swelling in the first 24-48 hours after the treatment. Occasionally it lasts up to a week.
- There is a slight risk of infection due to the needle breaking the skin, but no such occurrences have yet been reported.
Step 4: Recovering from Treatment
- Radiesse does not require extensive downtime; you will be able to return to your normal daily activities the day after treatment. There are some recommendations for the 24 to 48 hours immediately after the treatment:
- Do not massage or touch the injection areas
- Do not apply make-up
- Do not spend prolonged time in sunlight
- Do not perform any extreme facial movements, including strenuous laughing, shouting or chewing gum.
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