Radiesse is a next generation cosmetic dermal filler that acts somewhat differently and longer than hyaluronic acids, such as Restylane and Juvederm. Numerous medical studies have shown that Radiesse is a safe, longer lasting treatment to fill and correct smile lines, nasolabial folds and wrinkles around the nose and mouth. With an experienced physician, Radiesse can also be an effective treatment option for sunken areas below the eyes (tear trough), and to augment cheeks, as well as fill in the areas on the sides of the chin (pre-jowl sulcus). Some physicians who are trained in advanced injection techniques use Radiesse to help lift sagging areas of the face, as well.

Radiesse is made of calcium-based microspheres suspended in a natural gel. It is unique in that it works with your body, below the skin's surface, to stimulate the production of collagen and encourage tissue regeneration. Essentially, Radiesse forms a "scaffold", stimulating collagen production and encouraging tissue growth in and around the treatment area. It does more than just temporarily fill facial lines and wrinkles - it helps your skin rebuild its own foundation. Radiesse is similar to Sculptra in this respect; however, Sculptra does not give an immediate result as Radiesse does. The diagrams below help to explain how this occurs.

Radiesse (CaHA+Gel) initially performs as a filler	Macrophages start to degrade gel carrier (2-3 Months)
Macrophages dissolve gel carrieras as new collagen forms "scaffold" around particles. Collagen surrounds microspheres and provides for a long term augmentation (1-2 year augmentation)	CaHA particles start to degrade and are metabolized by macrophages (2-3 years)

Radiesse gives you both immediate and long-lasting results, restoring a healthy natural look. The area treated will be smoother after a period of several months due to the collagen regeneration.

Internationally, Radiesse has been used in cosmetic medical procedures for several years to treat nearly half a million individuals. Radiesse has been FDA-approved in the U.S. for decades for therapeutic uses in the body, such as vocal cord dysfunction and craniofacial augmentation. Radiesse was approved by the FDA in 2006 to treat patients cosmetically. Depending upon the injection technique and your facial attributes, Radiesse will typically last between 9 and 18 months.

Joan M. Hardt, M.D. is among the leading injectors of Radiesse in the United States. Dr. Hardt has refined her technique among thousands of patients to achieve a more natural, youthful look. She is trained in advanced injection techniques to help optimize results of longer lasting dermal fillers like Radiesse. Bioform, makers of Radiesse have designated Dr Hardt as a Premiere Provider.

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