Restore youthful volume and stimulate natural collagen with RADIESSE®, an injectable that softens smile lines, restores cheek and neck volume, and rejuvenates aging hands. At Pink Opal Aesthetics, we’ll personalize your treatment to help you look good and feel even better!
Restore Volume While Building Collagen
As you age, your body gradually produces less collagen, the structural protein that acts like your skin’s internal scaffolding. Think of collagen as the structural framework inside a building: it helps support your skin, maintain firmness, and preserve youthful facial contours. As that framework weakens over time, volume loss, wrinkles, and skin laxity become more noticeable.
RADIESSE is a unique dermal filler made with calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a smooth gel. It provides immediate volume while stimulating your body’s natural collagen production for continued improvement over time, making it a versatile option for rejuvenating areas such as the cheeks, jawline, and neck. At Pink Opal, we’ll carefully evaluate your anatomy and goals to determine whether RADIESSE is the right treatment and create a personalized plan that delivers refreshed, natural-looking results.
RADIESSE Treats:
- Moderate to severe smile lines (nasolabial folds)
- Marionette lines
- Pre-jowl folds
- Loss of cheek volume
- Mild jawline definition concerns
- Loss of volume and definition in the neck
- Visible signs of aging and skin laxity in the neck
- Age-related facial volume loss
- Hollow or flattened facial contours
- Volume loss in the backs of the hands
- Thin, aging skin on the hands
- Reduced collagen leading to skin laxity
Benefits of RADIESSE:
- Provides immediate volume restoration
- Stimulates your body’s natural collagen production
- Delivers both immediate and long-term improvement
- Softens moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds
- Improves volume loss in the backs of the hands
- Natural-looking, long-lasting results
- Little to no downtime required
- May last a year or longer in many areas
How RADIESSE Works
RADIESSE contains calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres, tiny mineral particles similar to those found in your bones and teeth, suspended in a smooth gel. The gel provides immediate volume, while the microspheres act like a scaffold beneath your skin to stimulate fibroblasts, the cells responsible for producing collagen. As your body gradually absorbs the gel, newly formed collagen helps maintain structure, firmness, and natural-looking support over time.
FAQs
What Happens During a RADIESSE Treatment?
Your appointment begins with a consultation, during which we’ll evaluate your facial anatomy or hands, discuss your goals, and determine whether RADIESSE is right for you. Once your plan is finalized, we’ll carefully place the product in precise anatomical locations to restore volume while supporting natural-looking contours. Most appointments take about 30 to 60 minutes.
Does RADIESSE Work Differently From Hyaluronic Acid Fillers?
Yes. While hyaluronic acid fillers restore volume by attracting water, RADIESSE works in two ways. It provides immediate support with its gel carrier while CaHA microspheres stimulate your natural collagen production over time. This means your results continue evolving even after the initial treatment.
What Side Effects and Downtime Should I Expect?
Mild swelling, redness, tenderness, bruising, or firmness at the injection sites is common and usually resolves within several days. There is no downtime, and most people return to work and their daily routine the same day. However, we may recommend avoiding strenuous exercise, alcohol, and excessive heat for the first 24 hours to help minimize temporary swelling or bruising.
When Will I See My Results?
You’ll notice improved volume immediately after treatment. Over the following weeks and months, your body gradually produces new collagen, which can further improve firmness and support.
How Long Do RADIESSE Results Last?
Many patients enjoy results for 12 to 18 months, although longevity varies depending on the treatment area, your metabolism, and your body’s collagen response. We’ll recommend a maintenance schedule that fits your specific goals and response.
Look Good, Feel Better!
Schedule Your Consultation for RADIESSE in San Mateo
At Pink Opal Aesthetics, we believe the best results enhance your natural features while supporting your skin’s long-term health. Whether you’re looking to restore volume, rejuvenate aging hands, or stimulate collagen, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your goals. Schedule your consultation for RADIESSE in San Mateo today.
