Restore natural facial volume and rejuvenate aging skin on the face, neck, and hands with RADIESSE at our San Antonio medspa. These collagen-stimulating treatments deliver results that look beautiful and offer long-lasting benefits. Discover more below.
What Is RADIESSE, and How Does It Work?
RADIESSE is a calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA)–based dermal filler, a biostimulatory gel that provides immediate lift and volume while encouraging your skin to produce new collagen and elastin over time.
Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, which simply add temporary volume, RADIESSE works as a collagen stimulator, improving skin texture, tone, and firmness that lasts well beyond the initial filler effects. It offers:
- Immediate results: Soft lifting and contouring effect
- Long-term benefits: Collagen remodeling that continues for months
- Natural look and feel: Restores youthful structure and firmness without looking “overfilled”
Hyperdilute RADIESSE for Skin Tightening and Rejuvenation
When RADIESSE is diluted with saline and lidocaine, it becomes what’s known as hyperdilute RADIESSE—a technique used for skin rejuvenation rather than volumizing. This approach is ideal for improving crepey, thinning skin on areas such as the:
- Neck and décolletage
- Upper arms
- Buttocks and thighs
- Abdomen
- Hands
By stimulating the production of new collagen and elastin, hyper-dilute RADIESSE helps tighten, smooth, and thicken the skin, resulting in a firmer, more youthful appearance.
Who Is a Good Candidate for RADIESSE?
You may be an excellent candidate if you’re seeking:
- Restoration of lost facial volume (e.g., cheeks, jawline, chin)
- Improved definition and lift in the lower face
- Correction of deep folds such as nasolabial lines or marionette lines
- Rejuvenation of thin, wrinkled, or sagging skin on the neck, chest, or hands
Ideal candidates are in good health, non-smokers, and understand that their results will develop gradually over time.
Treatment Plan and Maintenance
Most patients see improvement after one session, with continued benefits as the collagen develops over the next 3 to 6 months. We recommend:
- For facial volume: Usually 1 treatment per area with maintenance every 12 to 18 months.
- For hyperdilute RADIESSE (skin rejuvenation): Typically 2 to 3 sessions, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart, followed by maintenance every 12 to 18 months.
Your provider at Athena MedSpa will customize your treatment plan based on your goals and skin condition.
Potential Risks and Side Effects
Radiesse is FDA-approved and has an excellent safety record when performed by experienced injectors. Possible side effects are generally mild and temporary, including:
- Redness or swelling at the injection site
- Bruising or tenderness
- Rarely, small nodules or unevenness that can be adjusted by your injector
Choosing a skilled, medically trained injector is key to minimizing risks and ensuring smooth, natural results.
Experience the Power of Collagen Stimulation at Athena MedSpa
At Athena MedSpa, our team specializes in advanced injectables and skin rejuvenation techniques, including RADIESSE and hyperdilute RADIESSE for both volume restoration and collagen stimulation. We take a customized, artistic approach to every treatment, ensuring your results enhance your natural beauty and confidence.
Ready to learn more? Request a consultation using the online form or call Athena MedSpa at (210) 942-6672 to discover how this collagen-boosting treatment can help you look refreshed, lifted, and naturally youthful.
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