Radiesse/Sculptra
Radiesse® & Sculptra® in Chicago, IL
Not every injectable is designed to fill. Radiesse® and Sculptra® take a regenerative approach by encouraging your body's natural collagen production, helping restore facial support that gradually changes with age. These treatments are ideal for patients seeking subtle, progressive rejuvenation that continues to evolve after their appointment.
Although both are collagen-stimulating injectables, they work differently.
Radiesse® provides immediate structural support while its calcium-based microspheres promote new collagen formation over time, making it well suited for defining areas such as the jawline, cheeks, and even the hands.
Sculptra® contains poly-L-lactic acid, which gradually stimulates collagen production to rebuild volume over a series of treatments.
During your consultation, we'll determine which treatment best complements your facial anatomy, timeline, and long-term aesthetic goals.
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How Radiesse® & Sculptra® Work
Unlike traditional dermal fillers that primarily replace lost volume, Radiesse® and Sculptra® are designed to encourage your body's natural collagen production.
Your appointment begins with a comprehensive facial assessment to understand your concerns, evaluate your facial structure, and determine whether Radiesse®, Sculptra®, or a combination approach is the most appropriate option.
We create a personalized treatment plan based on the areas being addressed, the level of collagen support desired, and your long-term aesthetic goals. The treatment areas are cleansed, and comfort measures are provided before injections begin.
Using advanced injection techniques, we carefully place the collagen stimulator in targeted areas to support facial structure, restore volume, and encourage your body's natural collagen-building process.
Following treatment, your body gradually produces new collagen around the injected product. Depending on the treatment selected, you may notice immediate structural improvement, progressive enhancement over the following weeks, or a combination of both as collagen continues to develop.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Radiesse® & Sculptra®?
Radiesse® and Sculptra® are ideal for individuals looking to address age-related volume loss while supporting long-term collagen production. During your consultation, we'll evaluate your facial anatomy, discuss your goals, and recommend the collagen-stimulating treatment that best aligns with the results you're hoping to achieve.
Collagen-stimulating injectables may be an excellent option for individuals who:
- Want to restore facial volume with gradual, natural-looking enhancement
- Are noticing reduced facial support or volume associated with aging
- Prefer treatments that encourage the body's natural collagen production
- Would like to improve facial contours without surgery
- Are seeking longer-lasting facial rejuvenation with a personalized treatment plan
- Want a customized approach that enhances their features while maintaining natural facial expression
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Benefits of Radiesse® & Sculptra®
Radiesse® and Sculptra® offer a regenerative approach to facial rejuvenation by encouraging your body's natural collagen production. While each treatment has unique characteristics, both are designed to restore facial support, improve contours, and provide results that continue to evolve long after your appointment.
Helps stimulate your body's natural collagen for gradual, long-term improvement.
Can restore age-related volume while maintaining a natural-looking appearance.
Supports smoother facial contours and improved structural definition.
Offers personalized treatment options based on your anatomy and aesthetic goals.
May provide long-lasting rejuvenation with results that continue to develop over time.
Can be combined with other aesthetic treatments as part of a comprehensive facial rejuvenation plan.
Radiesse® & Sculptra® Aftercare: What to Expect
Following treatment with Radiesse® or Sculptra®, it's common to experience mild swelling, redness, tenderness, or bruising at the injection sites. These temporary effects generally improve within several days. While Radiesse® may provide immediate structural enhancement, Sculptra® works more gradually as your body naturally produces new collagen over the following weeks and months. We'll provide personalized aftercare instructions based on the treatment you receive to help support optimal results. Do
Any Questions?
The number of treatments depends on your facial anatomy, the degree of volume loss, and your aesthetic goals. Some patients achieve their desired results with a single treatment, while others, particularly those choosing Sculptra®, may benefit from a series of sessions for gradual collagen stimulation.
Results vary depending on the treatment selected. Radiesse® provides immediate structural improvement with continued collagen stimulation over time, while Sculptra® develops more gradually as new collagen is produced, with improvements becoming more noticeable over the weeks and months following treatment.
Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, Radiesse® and Sculptra® are not dissolved with hyaluronidase. Because these treatments stimulate your body's natural collagen production, careful treatment planning and experienced injection techniques are important to achieving balanced, natural-looking results.
Yes. Radiesse® and Sculptra® can often be incorporated into a comprehensive treatment plan alongside wrinkle relaxers, hyaluronic acid fillers, or skin rejuvenation treatments to address multiple aspects of facial aging. Your provider will recommend the most appropriate combination for your goals.
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.
