Facial lines and wrinkles are caused by a gradual breakdown of the body's collagen and the elastin fibers in the skin. No one is immune from experiencing this normal aging process. Squinting, frowning and smiling also inflict stress on the underlying collagen in the skin and accelerate the formation of these furrows. Until recently, injectable collagen was the most widely used available cosmetic filler to improve the appearance of these lines.

Radiesse™, produced by BioForm Medical, is a long-lasting cosmetic filler that provides dramatic results for improving the appearance of facial lines, wrinkles and folds. This is a non-surgical solution to soften facial lines and wrinkles, restore volume and fullness to the skin, plump up cheeks, and fill in scars. Radiesse™ injected into nasolabial folds or cheeks can fill wrinkles. The cosmetic results are visible immediately, bestowing you with a more youthful and invigorated look.

How is Radiesse™ different from Collagen?
Radiesse™ has been demonstrated in clinical trials to last much longer than the standard bovine collagen injection. The occurrence of an allergic reaction is extremely rare due to the product's non-animal associated basis. Unlike injectable collagen filler that is made of bovine protein and can cause an allergic reaction in some patients, Radiesse™ is a synthetic injectable implant composed of smooth CaHA microspheres, that have a diameter range of 25µm to 45µm, suspended in an aqueous gel carrier. These consistently shaped and sized particles have proven safe and biocompatible while allowing gradual tissue ingrowth.

How is Radiesse™ different from Restylane and Juvederm?
Radiesse™ has been demonstrated in clinical trials to last much longer than the these hyaluronic acid fillers.  Restylane and Juvederm, however, because of their smooth, honey-like consistency are ideal for adding fullness to the lips and feathery lines around the lips. Clients often request to have both Radiesse plus a hyaluronic acid filler in the same session.  A discount is offered when more than one syringe is used in the same session.

What is the treatment like?
Radiesse™ is injected in small amounts under your skin to fill creases, lines, wrinkles or folds, much like Restylane®. It is also injected around the lip area to lift the drooping corners of the mouth, resulting in a more youthful appearance. In order to optimize your comfort, the treatment area may be anesthetized with a topical cream or anesthetic block. Treatment results are immediately evident.

What can I expect following treatment?
You can resume normal activities following treatment. The most commonly reported side effect has been redness and swelling at the injection site. These effects typically resolve within a few hours or, at most, a day or two. Results are immediately evident. Lines, wrinkles and folds look softer and your skin looks smooth.

How long do the results last?
Depending on many factors, such as your lifestyle, age and skin structure your results may last as long as a year, and some experience results for 18 months or more. You may require a touch up treatment 2 to 4 weeks after the first treatment to achieve your desired result. When the effect of the treatment begins to diminish, you can replenish the area as needed.

What are the benefits of a Radiesse™ treatment?

• Immediately you will discern a smoothing of the wrinkles and folds.
• Radiesse™ will impart lift and add new firmness to your skin.
• It is not necessary for you to be tested for skin sensitivity.
• The cosmetic results are visible immediately, bestowing you with a more youthful and invigorated look.
• When the effect of the treatment begins to diminish, you can replenish the area as needed.

What is the pricing?

Restylane (1.0 ml) is $550/syringe

Juvederm (0.8 ml) is $675/syringe

Radiesse (large 1.5 cc) is $850/syringe

• Miami New Times offer:
  • Take $100 off a large syringe of Radiesse!   Just $750 when you mention the New Times offer.
  • Get 2 large syringes (if you need them), for just $1,250.
  • Add a syringe of Restylane for your lips (during your Radiesse session) for just $349.
  • Offer cannot be combined with other discounts, coupons or promotions.
  • New patients only.
  • Offers expire 09/30/2010.

BONUSES

• Get a free Freeze 24/7 Lip Plumper ($42 value) with any injectable purchase. (While supplies last.)
• Get a free package of 8 GentleWaves LED rejuvenation session with any injectable purchase.
• Free lidocaine application when you show up to your appointment on time.

How should I get ready for my appointment?

Unless a doctor has directed you to do so, please avoid anything that thins the blood for 1 week prior, such as: aspirin, Omega 3, Ginko Biloba, St. John's Wort, garlic, Vitamin E, etc.  Avoiding these will help to minimize bruising.  We will give you a sample of Arnica Montana to use after the injections to help things get back to normal as quickly as possible.  Post-treatment, you may want to gently ice down the areas if you get bruising or swelling; however, take care not to disturb the filler so it does not migrate from the intended area.

Please call us to schedule your appointment... 305.253.4772.