Radiesse R adiesse ia another new injectable product used for deep acne scars and lip augmentation. The benefits may last for around one year. radiesse has been in use for a few years in the treatment of medical problems (such as strengthening the bladder neck to prevent leakage from the bladder), has been proven to be safe and received FDA approval for these uses. The benefits of radiesse for medical indications can last as long as five years. FDA approval for cosmetic uses is expected soon. Use of radiesse for cosmetic improvement is presently off-label (simalar to BOTOX ® before it was FDA approved). The cosmetic experience in the U.S. is a 4-5 years and is about 6-7 years in Europe. The substance in radiesse is called calcium hydroxyapatite which is a normal component of the body. radiesse is a synthetic preparation (not of human or animal origin) and does not require skin testing for allergy. After radiesse is injected in the face, new skin cells grow around it. This adds to and helps maintain the improvement obtained from radiesse have the potential for lasting three to five years. The treatment is a 20-minute office procedure. The area to be treated is first numbed with an anesthetic injection with a fine needle so there is no discomfort at all when radiesse is injected under the skin. radiesse lifts depressed areas of skin when placed underneath, helping to achieve a younger apprearance. Recovery is quick with no downtime. radiesse may substitute Collagen for deep creases and scars. For some, a combination of radiesse with Restylane or Collagen may provide optimal results. An individual evaluation will help determine the best treatment for you. Patients treated with radiesse have been pleased with the results. Rqadiance and Restylane are promising new non-animal derived treatment options with longer-lasting benefits and no serious side-effects.