The injection process is minimally painful. To ensure you feel comfortable during your Radiesse treatment, your injection specialist at TCPS Med Spa may apply ice or numbing cream upon request. Our providers are highly trained in proper injection techniques to minimize discomfort, so you can look flawless without the pain.
Clinical studies show Radiesse has a low risk of serious side effects with proper injection. Our highly trained injectors at The Clinic for Plastic Surgery Med Spa, led by board-certified Houston plastic surgeon, Dr. Sam Sukkar, complete rigorous training to ensure they inject the filler precisely into the target area using best-in-class techniques. One of the rarest side effects is cellulitis, a bacterial skin infection that occurs in about two percent of people who have fillers. Our injectors can avoid this side effect by carefully swabbing your skin with alcohol prior to injection. At TCPS Med Spa, we take your safety seriously by taking all the necessary precautions.
Radiesse dissolves gradually in about 18 months; however, HA fillers generally last up to 12 months, depending on the product. Only HA fillers such as Juvederm and Restylane can be dissolved sooner with a product called hyaluronidase. Radiesse, on the other hand, can’t be reversed. If this is your first time trying dermal fillers, you may want to try HA fillers initially to get an idea of how the longer-lasting results of Radiesse might look on you before committing to the treatment.
We also offer Sculptra, one of the longest-lasting dermal fillers on the market. Like Radiesse, it restores facial volume to smooth wrinkles and fill hollow areas. It also stimulates new collagen growth like Radiesse. Sculptra is formulated differently. It contains poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), while Radiesse contains calcium hydroxylapatite. Your cosmetic injector at TCPS Med Spa can tell you about the differences between Radiesse and Sculptra, as well as other dermal fillers, during your consultation. Together, they will match you with the best product for your particular aging concerns.
