Radiesse® Dermal Filler – Frequently Asked Questions
- What Is RADIESSE Filler?
- How Does RADIESSE Filler Work?
- Is RADIESSE Filler Safe?
- Is RADIESSE Filler Right for Me?
- What Makes RADIESSE Filler Different?
- How Is a RADIESSE Treatment Performed?
- Where Can I Get a RADIESSE Treatment?
- How Soon Can I Expect Results? How Long Will the Results Last?
- How Many Treatments Will I Need?
- How Much Does It Cost?
- Does BioForm Medical Have a Patient Access Program?
- What Are the Possible Side Effects?
- Could I Have an Allergic Reaction to RADIESSE Filler?
- Is RADIESSE Filler Permanent?
What is RADIESSE Filler?
RADIESSE filler is a safe, FDA-approved dermal filler that gives you both immediate and long-lasting result. RADIESSE filler stimulates the body to produce new collagen and restores a healthy, natural look. This convenient treatment restores and/or corrects the signs of Facial Lipoatrophy, including sunken cheeks and indentations, in some people with the human immunodeficiency virus. RADIESSE filler is made of calcium-based microspheres suspended in a water-based gel and is injected into the skin through a minimally invasive procedure.
How Does RADIESSE Filler Work?
RADIESSE filler works below the skin’s surface, stimulates the body to produce new collagen and creates a natural look that lasts. RADIESSE filler fills in facial indentations. In an FDA clinical study using RADIESSE filler, no serious product related adverse effects, including granulomas or nodules, were reported.
Is RADIESSE Filler Safe?
Yes. RADIESSE filler is the first FDA-approved one-year filler for facial lipoatrophy in patients with HIV. Thousands of physicians have been trained to provide RADIESSE treatment. Through years of rigorous industry research and independent research worldwide, RADIESSE filler has been proven to be safe and effective.
Is RADIESSE Filler Right for Me?
If you are an HIV-positive patient with Facial Lipoatrophy (facial wasting), you may be an excellent candidate for a RADIESSE treatment. Talk to your HIV care physician for more information.
What Makes RADIESSE Filler different?
RADIESSE filler is unlike any other FDA-approved dermal filler. It is a compound comprised of microspheres of calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA), combined with a water-based gel. With RADIESSE filler, the results are immediate and long-lasting – without the need for frequent office visits.
How Is a RADIESSE Treatment Performed?
RADIESSE filler is injected into the skin through a simple, safe, quick, and minimally invasive outpatient procedure. Typically administered in a physician’s office, with the use of a local anesthetic, RADIESSE treatments have little to no downtime, with most patients returning to normal activities soon after treatment.
Where Can I Get a RADIESSE Treatment?
Thousands of physicians have been trained to provide RADIESSE treatments. An increasing number of these have been trained to inject patients with Facial Lipoatrophy. Find a qualified HIV care physician near you, with whom you can schedule a consultation to discuss RADIESSE filler and your treatment options.
How Soon Can I Expect Results? How Long Will the Results Last?
The results are immediate. RADIESSE filler continues to deliver results as it stimulates the body to produce new collagen. Results may last a year or more in many patients, without the need for frequent injection sessions. Since results may vary, be sure to discuss your expectations with your doctor.
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
With RADIESSE filler you achieve immediate results. However, because each patient is different, and to ensure your satisfaction , your physician may recommend a touch-up treatment.
How Much Does It Cost?
RADIESSE filler is long-lasting and does not require frequent injection sessions. The treatment is customized for each patient, so the price varies. In general, the cost of RADIESSE filler is comparable to similar procedures. Consult your HIV care physician for a treatment plan to restore your healthy, natural look.
Does BioForm Medical have a Patient Access Program?
Yes. For more information on our Patient Access Program, click here.
What Are the Possible Side Effects?
Normal, injection-related reactions such as mild irritation, redness, swelling, itching, bruising, or tenderness at the injection site may occur. These conditions typically resolve on their own.
Could I Have an Allergic Reaction to RADIESSE Filler?
RADIESSE filler is biocompatible. You do not need to undergo skin allergy testing prior to treatment. However, if you believe you are having an allergic reaction to RADIESSE filler, seek medical attention immediately.
Is RADIESSE Filler Permanent?
No. Treatment results are relatively long-lasting, but not permanent. Over time the tiny calcium-based microspheres gradually break down into calcium and phosphate ions, which are safely and naturally absorbed into your body, leaving your own collagen in their place.
Contact BioForm Medical – Find a RADIESSE filler Physician in Your Area
For additional RADIESSE filler questions, contact BioForm Medical or arrange a consultation with a RADIESSE filler physician. Find an HIV care physician near you.