As discussed in my Ezine article, Radiesse is long lasting facial filler composed of calcium hydroxyl apatite. Radiesse does not cause an allergic reaction as do some other facial fillers. You do not need to be skin tested for allergy to Radiesse. In my experience Radiesse is the longest lasting filler I have used. Radiesse filler injections often last over a year, compared to some other fillers which last only 3-4 months.

The technique of using Radiesse injections to rejuvenate the face is called the liquid face lift. The term liquid face lift is used because the Radiesse is in liquid form when it is injected, and a special technique, the liquid face lift, not only plumps the cheek and other depressed facial areas but also lifts the skin.

The Radiesse Liquid Cheek Lift

Because the Radiesse injection adds volume and plumps the cheek, the sagging mid cheek skin is actually pulled up or lifted to create a cheek lift. This lifting also lessens the nose to mouth line or nasal labial fold.

Often after the Radiesse liquid face lift it is not necessary to place the filler into the nasal labial fold as has been done in the past. See the before and after picture of the Radiesse liquid face lift below.

Before and after picture of Radiesse liquid face lift-notice the youthful fullness of the cheeks and how the depressions beneath the eyes and on the sides of the cheeks are improved. Notice how the fuller cheeks make the entire face look younger.

The Radiesse Liquid Lower Face Lift

The area around the mouth and lower face is nearly impossible to rejuvenate with a surgical face lift. A surgical face lift can tighten the cheeks, jaw line and neck beautifully. However, even after the best face lift, in time the skin around the mouth becomes lax and nasal labial folds and mouth to chin lines or marionette lines return. Radiesse can be injected around the mouth to fill the depressions that make the area look tired. In addition Botox can be used to remove the lip wrinkles and lipstick lines. See results of Radiesse liquid lift around the mouth in the photo below:

Before and after picture of Radiesse lift of the mouth area and Botox treatment of lip wrinkles. The fuller mouth makes the face look much more youthful.

The liquid face lift using the soft tissue filler Radiesse is a safe, quick and effective way to achieve significant facial rejuvenation. Our results have been immediate, remarkable, and my patients have been truly thrilled with their results.

The Radiesse liquid face lift technique requires experience skill and knowledge of the technique by your doctor. Injections must be strategically placed to achieve a good result. A knowledge of the anatomy of the underlying facial skeleton and nerves is essential to avoid injury which is why I recommend that you consult a board certified plastic surgeon who is experienced in facial aesthetics and surgery for this procedure.

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Dr. Seckel
Concord, Massachusetts
Boston, Massachusetts