RADIESSE contains calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres in a gel carrier. Treatment considers both tissue support and a collagen response. It is discussed when facial support has decreased or contour and firmness are both concerns, after first clarifying the treatment purpose and skin thickness. Whether contour support or skin firmness comes first changes how it is used.

How does RADIESSE differ from similar treatments?

Undiluted and diluted uses have different goals and must not be presented as equivalent. CaHA is not readily dissolved with an HA-dissolving enzyme. Its ingredient differs from the PLLA in Sculptra, but neither can be reversed with an enzyme the way HA filler can. For that reason, areas such as the eyes and lips are assessed separately.

When can I assess results from RADIESSE?

RADIESSE used for structural support and diluted use for skin quality have different goals. We distinguish early shape from the later collagen response and review the agreed contour or firmness target. At review we also check for lumps or surface unevenness that remain after bruising and swelling have settled.

The area and technique affect pressure or stinging. We explain the selected formulation and comfort measures, and ask about anaesthetic allergy. Pain that continues to intensify needs immediate assessment.

What is recovery and aftercare for RADIESSE?

Monitor bruising, tenderness, persistent lumps and unevenness. CaHA cannot simply be dissolved like HA. Pressure and massage instructions depend on the actual treatment method.

What should I disclose before RADIESSE?

Tell us whether contour support or skin firmness is your priority. Previous CaHA or HA filler, collagen stimulators, thin skin and existing lumps affect selection. Eye and lip areas require separate consideration.

Can I have RADIESSE during a short trip to Seoul, Korea?

We first check whether assessment and any necessary follow-up fit your stay. Share your arrival, departure and important event dates before booking. For this treatment, the expected course is as follows. Undiluted and diluted RADIESSE should not share an automatic session schedule. Purpose, skin thickness, area and the first response guide further treatment. Remaining swelling should settle before judging an apparent shortfall. Avoid strong irritation, overheating and strenuous exercise while the skin settles. Follow your instructions for washing and makeup. Massage and pressure advice differs by product. Follow your clinician’s instructions rather than another product’s routine. Examination may lead to postponement or additional visits. Confirm contact arrangements after returning home and when in-person medical care may be needed. What the doctor checks first for this treatment: “Discuss changes in facial support, contour and firmness. Skin thickness and the specific treatment goal guide the plan”.

RADIESSEin Gangnam, Seoul

Support and contour, planned in balance. RADIESSE contains calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres in a gel carrier. Treatment considers both tissue support and a collagen response. At QD Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea, your goals and skin assessment guide the product, area and recovery plan.

Reference images of products, devices and treatment areas.

Who it’s for

Discuss changes in facial support, contour and firmness. Skin thickness and the specific treatment goal guide the plan.
Undiluted and diluted uses have different goals and must not be presented as equivalent. CaHA is not readily dissolved with an HA-dissolving enzyme.
At QD Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea, your goals and skin assessment guide the product, area and recovery plan.

Suitability requires an examination. Skin thickness, health and previous procedures may make a different approach more appropriate.

How it works

RADIESSE contains calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres in a gel carrier. Treatment considers both tissue support and a collagen response. Undiluted and diluted uses have different goals and must not be presented as equivalent. CaHA is not readily dissolved with an HA-dissolving enzyme.

THE MECHANISM, STEP BY STEP

01The product and material
RADIESSE contains calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres in a gel carrier. Treatment considers both tissue support and a collagen response.
02Your starting point
Discuss changes in facial support, contour and firmness. Skin thickness and the specific treatment goal guide the plan.
03What sets it apart
Undiluted and diluted uses have different goals and must not be presented as equivalent. CaHA is not readily dissolved with an HA-dissolving enzyme.
04Assessing the change
Collagen-stimulating treatments are assessed over weeks to months. Fullness on the treatment day does not establish the final effect.

Treatment areas

Areas to assess: Discuss changes in facial support, contour and firmness. Skin thickness and the specific treatment goal guide the plan.

What the procedure is like

1Tell us whether contour support or skin firmness is your priority. Previous CaHA or HA filler, collagen stimulators, thin skin and existing lumps affect selection. Eye and lip areas require separate consideration.
2Undiluted and diluted uses have different goals and must not be presented as equivalent. CaHA is not readily dissolved with an HA-dissolving enzyme.
3After appropriate comfort measures and cleansing, the doctor treats the agreed areas.
4Monitor bruising, tenderness, persistent lumps and unevenness. CaHA cannot simply be dissolved like HA. Pressure and massage instructions depend on the actual treatment method.

Appointment length depends on consultation, numbing and treatment extent. Tell us your available time and important plans when booking.

Recovery & aftercare

Monitor bruising, tenderness, persistent lumps and unevenness. CaHA cannot simply be dissolved like HA. Pressure and massage instructions depend on the actual treatment method.
Avoid strong irritation, overheating and strenuous exercise while the skin settles. Follow your instructions for washing and makeup.
Massage and pressure advice differs by product. Follow your clinician’s instructions rather than another product’s routine.

What to expect over time

A general guide to how the days and months after treatment usually unfold. Results vary by individual.

Immediately
Initial swelling and fullness are not the final result.
Early recovery
Monitor bruising, tenderness, persistent lumps and unevenness. CaHA cannot simply be dissolved like HA. Pressure and massage instructions depend on the actual treatment method.
Review RADIESSE
RADIESSE used for structural support and diluted use for skin quality have different goals. We distinguish early shape from the later collagen response and review the agreed contour or firmness target. At review we also check for lumps or surface unevenness that remain after bruising and swelling have settled.
Next steps
Undiluted and diluted RADIESSE should not share an automatic session schedule. Purpose, skin thickness, area and the first response guide further treatment. Remaining swelling should settle before judging an apparent shortfall.

Sessions & results

Undiluted and diluted RADIESSE should not share an automatic session schedule. Purpose, skin thickness, area and the first response guide further treatment. Remaining swelling should settle before judging an apparent shortfall.

How it compares

Undiluted and diluted uses have different goals and must not be presented as equivalent. CaHA is not readily dissolved with an HA-dissolving enzyme.

Comparison	RADIESSE	Sculptra
Material	CaHA	PLLA
Selection	Discuss changes in facial support, contour and firmness. Skin thickness and the specific treatment goal guide the plan.	Consider a consultation for facial volume loss or deeper folds when you prefer a gradual change and can return for review.
Progress	Collagen-stimulating treatments are assessed over weeks to months. Fullness on the treatment day does not establish the final effect.	Collagen-stimulating treatments are assessed over weeks to months. Fullness on the treatment day does not establish the final effect.

Neither is “better” — they work differently and suit different goals. The right choice is decided after we assess your skin.

Safety & considerations

Possible reactions

Infection, persistent nodules, unevenness, inflammation or allergic reactions can occur.
Injections carry rare but serious risks including vascular injury or blockage and tissue damage.

When to take extra care

Disclose pregnancy or breastfeeding, allergies, immune conditions, medicines, previous fillers and threads.
Active inflammation or infection at the site needs assessment before treatment is scheduled.

Worsening pain, pale or mottled skin, visual symptoms or breathing difficulty need urgent medical attention. Outcomes and duration vary; a specific result is not guaranteed.

Your care at QD Clinic

Start with the concern
Discuss changes in facial support, contour and firmness. Skin thickness and the specific treatment goal guide the plan.
Understand your product
Undiluted and diluted uses have different goals and must not be presented as equivalent. CaHA is not readily dissolved with an HA-dissolving enzyme.
Plan through recovery
Undiluted and diluted RADIESSE should not share an automatic session schedule. Purpose, skin thickness, area and the first response guide further treatment. Remaining swelling should settle before judging an apparent shortfall.

Frequently asked questions

RADIESSE contains calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres in a gel carrier. Treatment considers both tissue support and a collagen response. It is discussed when facial support has decreased or contour and firmness are both concerns, after first clarifying the treatment purpose and skin thickness. Whether contour support or skin firmness comes first changes how it is used.
Undiluted and diluted uses have different goals and must not be presented as equivalent. CaHA is not readily dissolved with an HA-dissolving enzyme. Its ingredient differs from the PLLA in Sculptra, but neither can be reversed with an enzyme the way HA filler can. For that reason, areas such as the eyes and lips are assessed separately.
RADIESSE used for structural support and diluted use for skin quality have different goals. We distinguish early shape from the later collagen response and review the agreed contour or firmness target. At review we also check for lumps or surface unevenness that remain after bruising and swelling have settled.
Undiluted and diluted RADIESSE should not share an automatic session schedule. Purpose, skin thickness, area and the first response guide further treatment. Remaining swelling should settle before judging an apparent shortfall.
The area and technique affect pressure or stinging. We explain the selected formulation and comfort measures, and ask about anaesthetic allergy. Pain that continues to intensify needs immediate assessment.
Monitor bruising, tenderness, persistent lumps and unevenness. CaHA cannot simply be dissolved like HA. Pressure and massage instructions depend on the actual treatment method.
Tell us whether contour support or skin firmness is your priority. Previous CaHA or HA filler, collagen stimulators, thin skin and existing lumps affect selection. Eye and lip areas require separate consideration.
We first check whether assessment and any necessary follow-up fit your stay. Share your arrival, departure and important event dates before booking. For this treatment, the expected course is as follows. Undiluted and diluted RADIESSE should not share an automatic session schedule. Purpose, skin thickness, area and the first response guide further treatment. Remaining swelling should settle before judging an apparent shortfall. Avoid strong irritation, overheating and strenuous exercise while the skin settles. Follow your instructions for washing and makeup. Massage and pressure advice differs by product. Follow your clinician’s instructions rather than another product’s routine. Examination may lead to postponement or additional visits. Confirm contact arrangements after returning home and when in-person medical care may be needed. What the doctor checks first for this treatment: “Discuss changes in facial support, contour and firmness. Skin thickness and the specific treatment goal guide the plan”.

Often considered together

Treatments that are sometimes planned alongside this one, decided at consultation.

Medical assessment

Discuss changes in facial support, contour and firmness. Skin thickness and the specific treatment goal guide the plan. Suitability requires an examination. Skin thickness, health and previous procedures may make a different approach more appropriate.

For international patients

Consultation in English / 中文 / 日本語 · WhatsApp · WeChat · KakaoTalk · a 4-minute walk from Sinnonhyeon / Nonhyeon Station (hours in KST).

How many days should I stay?

Surgery and course-based treatments need a check-up. We tell you before you book whether that means staying longer or coming back another time.

For International Patients