Radiesse Edmonton – Sculpting Youthful Contours at Albany Cosmetic & Laser Centre
Discover how calcium‑hydroxylapatite fillers can refine your features and restore lost volume. At Albany Cosmetic & Laser Centre in Edmonton we specialize in non‑surgical solutions that help our clients feel confident. Radiesse® – a biostimulatory filler – is particularly effective for deeper facial folds and areas that require structural support. In this guide you will learn what makes Radiesse Edmonton unique, who it suits best and what to expect during treatment.
What Is Radiesse?
Radiesse is a sterile, cohesive dermal implant composed of microspheres of synthetic calcium‑hydroxylapatite suspended in a gel carrier. These microspheres are biocompatible and have been used in medicine for decades. The semi‑solid gel is injected beneath the skin, where it provides immediate volume and, over time, the body replaces the gel with natural collagen. Because Radiesse stimulates collagen production, results last longer than most hyaluronic‑acid fillers – often 12 to 18 months or more. Unlike temporary fillers that are quickly absorbed, Radiesse continues to reinforce the treated area while the microspheres gradually biodegrade.
Key points
- Material: Calcium‑hydroxylapatite microspheres in a carboxymethylcellulose gel. The CaHA microspheres act as a scaffold for collagen growth.
- FDA‑approved indications: Correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds and treatment of facial fat loss related to HIV infection.
- Longevity: Effects typically last 12–18 months or longer due to ongoing collagen stimulation.
- Safety: CaHA is biocompatible; clinical studies show minimal inflammatory response and low risk of foreign‑body reaction.
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How Does Radiesse Work?
Radiesse is injected with a fine needle into targeted facial or hand areas. The microspheres provide immediate volume, lifting and smoothing the overlying skin. As the gel carrier dissipates, fibroblasts infiltrate the microsphere scaffold and begin producing new collagen. Over several months the calcium particles are slowly metabolised, leaving behind your own collagen matrix. This dual action – instant volumization plus biostimulation – distinguishes Radiesse from purely volumising fillers.
Benefits of Radiesse
Radiesse offers several advantages for clients seeking a non‑surgical facial rejuvenation:
- Immediate and sustained improvement: Patients see a visible lift right after treatment. Full results appear within about a week, and because collagen continues to build, improvements persist for a year or more.
- Effective for deep folds and structural support: Radiesse is ideal for softening nasolabial folds and marionette lines, and for adding projection to the cheeks and jawline.
- Improves skin quality: By stimulating collagen, Radiesse can enhance the skin’s firmness and elasticity.
- Versatility: Suitable for the lower face, chin, and backs of the hands. It can also fill certain acne or surgical scars.
- Minimal downtime: A typical treatment takes about 15 minutes and requires no recovery time. Patients can return to normal activities the same day with only mild swelling or bruising.
Areas We Treat with Radiesse in Edmonton
| Area | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Nasolabial folds & marionette lines | Fills deep creases around the nose and mouth |
| Cheeks & mid‑face | Restores volume and creates a youthful contour |
| Jawline & chin | Adds definition and addresses pre‑jowl hollows |
| Hands | Replenishes lost volume on the back of the hands, minimizing visible veins and tendons |
| Scars | In selected cases, fills depressed scars for a smoother surface |
Radiesse is not recommended for lip augmentation because its thick gel is better suited to deeper tissues. Hyaluronic‑acid fillers are preferred for the lips.
Your Radiesse Experience at Albany Cosmetic & Laser Centre
Radiesse works by adding volume and smoothness to the skin, effectively reducing the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of aging. The treatment is performed by injecting the gel-like substance beneath the skin’s surface, where it works to fill in the spaces between wrinkles and provide a smooth, youthful appearance. In addition to adding volume, it also stimulates the production of collagen, which is the key protein that helps to keep skin firm, supple, and youthful-looking.
This means that, as your skin begins to produce more collagen, your results will continue to improve over time, for a more natural and long-lasting improvement in your appearance. Whether you’re looking to enhance your cheekbones, smooth out wrinkles, or simply restore your natural beauty, it can help you achieve the look you want.
Your Radiesse Experience at Albany Cosmetic & Laser Centre
- Consultation: We begin with a comprehensive consultation to review your medical history, discuss goals and determine if Radiesse is appropriate. Clients with bleeding disorders, pregnancy, breastfeeding, active skin infection or allergies to lidocaine or CaHA should not receive Radiesse.
- Preparation: Avoid blood‑thinning medications and alcohol for several days prior to treatment to minimise bruising. Our team may apply a topical anaesthetic to maximise comfort.
- Injection: A typical session lasts 15–30 minutes. Using fine needles or cannulas, our clinician carefully places Radiesse beneath the skin in strategic layers to lift and contour.
- Aftercare: You can return to normal activities immediately. Mild swelling, redness or bruising may occur but usually resolves within a few days. Avoid vigorous exercise and excessive heat or sun for the first 24 hours.