Radiesse
Radiesse in Chicago, IL
Radiesse occupies a unique space in aesthetic medicine, offering the immediate volumizing benefits of a traditional filler alongside the longer-term collagen-building effects of a true biostimulator.
Radiesse contains calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres suspended in a smooth gel carrier. Upon injection, the gel provides immediate volume and contour correction, while the microspheres act as a scaffold that stimulates your body to produce new collagen over time. Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, Radiesse cannot be dissolved with hyaluronidase, which means thoughtful product selection and precise placement by an experienced injector are especially important.
How Radiesse Works
Immediately upon injection, the gel carrier adds volume and corrects contour. Over the following weeks and months, the calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres act as a biostimulatory scaffold, encouraging fibroblasts to produce new collagen.
Your provider evaluates the areas of volume loss or contour irregularity and determines the appropriate amount and placement.
The area is cleansed and prepared. Topical or local anesthetic may be applied depending on the area and your comfort preferences.
Radiesse is injected using a needle or cannula. You may feel pressure, pinching, or tenderness, and your provider may massage or mold the area as needed.
Results are visible immediately, though swelling and bruising can temporarily affect appearance. Collagen stimulation continues over the following weeks and months.
Who Benefits Most from Radiesse
Radiesse is an excellent choice for patients who want both immediate volume correction and longer-term skin quality benefits.
Ideal for patients who:
- Want immediate improvement in volume and contour along with long-term collagen support
- Are experiencing age-related volume loss in the cheeks, jawline, hands, or other treatable areas
- Want a longer-lasting filler option that continues to improve over time
- Have realistic expectations about the permanence of Radiesse, understanding it cannot be dissolved
- Are working with an experienced injector who can plan placement thoughtfully
The Benefits of Radiesse at Therahaus
Radiesse delivers a combination of instant gratification and long-term value that few other treatments can match.
Provides immediate volume and contour correction visible on the same day as treatment.
Stimulates your body's own collagen production for gradual, natural-looking improvement.
Improves overall skin quality and firmness in the treated area, not just volume alone.
Offers longer-lasting results compared to many hyaluronic acid fillers.
Versatile enough to treat the cheeks, jawline, hands, and other areas affected by volume loss.
Backed by a strong, well-established safety profile in aesthetic medicine.
Radiesse Aftercare: What to Know
Mild swelling, bruising, tenderness, firmness, or temporary asymmetry are common and generally improve as the area settles. Your final result should be assessed once swelling has fully resolved.
Any Questions?
No. Radiesse is a calcium-based biostimulatory filler. It provides volume and stimulates collagen, but it cannot be dissolved like hyaluronic acid filler.
Some correction is visible immediately, while collagen stimulation develops gradually over weeks to months.
Longevity varies by patient, area, product amount, and metabolism. Your provider will discuss expected duration and maintenance based on your plan.
Yes, it may be combined with other aesthetic treatments when appropriate, but treatment timing should be guided by your provider.
We have answers. Whether you are new to medical aesthetics or simply want to know more about what to expect at Therahaus Wellness, we are here to make sure you feel informed, comfortable, and completely confident before you ever book your first appointment.
A Full-Spectrum Wellness Experience
At Therahaus Wellness Medspa, you are in the hands of a team led by Dr. Angeline N. Beltsos, a double board-certified physician with decades of specialized expertise in women's health, hormone medicine, and medical aesthetics. Every treatment we offer, from injectables and laser therapies to wellness programs and specialty care, is delivered with the clinical precision and personalized attention that only comes from a team that genuinely invests in your outcomes. We are conveniently located on Michigan Avenue in the South Loop, Chicago, making expert aesthetic and wellness care accessible to patients across the city. When you walk through our doors, you are not just a patient, you are a person, and everything we do is built around helping you look, feel, and live your best.
Ready for Your Transformation?
Schedule a private consultation at our South Loop office to discuss your goals and develop a customized treatment plan with our medical team.
