Post-Treatment Care

Hyperdilute Radiesse works by stimulating your body’s natural collagen production over time. Mild, temporary side effects are expected as your skin heals and remodels.

1 . What to Expect After Treatment

Common and expected reactions include:

• Mild to moderate swelling
• Redness or warmth
• Tenderness or soreness
• Bruising
• Firmness or fullness at injection sites

These effects typically improve within a few days to 1–2 weeks, depending on the treatment area and individual healing response

2. Activity and Movement

• Resume normal daily activities the same day.
• Avoid strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, or intense workouts for 24–48 hours.
• Avoid excessive stretching or pressure on the treated area for 48 hours.

3. Massage and Touching the Area

• Do not massage or manipulate the treated area unless specifically instructed by your provider.
• Avoid tight clothing, shapewear, or compression garments over the area for 24–48 hours, unless otherwise directed.

4. Pain, Swelling, and Bruising Care

• Cold compresses may be applied intermittently for the first 24 hours to reduce swelling or discomfort.
• Bruising is a temporary and typically subsides within 5-7 days depending on the age and health of a patient. Topical arnica ointment or cream and oral Bromelain supplements will assist in breaking up a bruise to dissipate faster.
• Acetaminophen (Tylenol) may be used if needed.
• Avoid NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen) and alcohol for 24–48 hours, unless medically necessary.
• Sleep with the treated area elevated when possible during the first night.

5. Skin Care

• Keep the treated area clean and dry.
• Avoid touching the injected areas or using sponges, makeup brushes, etc., which could harbor bacteria and spread infection, for at least 8 hours after treatment.
• You may shower the same day unless otherwise instructed.
• Avoid hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, or very hot showers for 24–48 hours.
• Avoid exfoliating products, retinoids, or irritating skincare on the treated area for 5–7 days.

6. Sun and Heat Exposure

• Avoid excessive sun exposure and heat for 7 days.
• Use broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30+ or higher) if the treated area is exposed.
• Avoid tanning beds and self-tanners until swelling and redness have resolved.

7. Results Timeline

• Hyperdilute Radiesse does not provide immediate volumizing results.
• Collagen stimulation develops gradually over 6–12 weeks.
• Continued improvement may be seen for several months.
• Multiple treatment sessions may be recommended depending on the treatment area and goals.

8. When to Contact the Office

Please contact the clinic immediately if you experience:

• Increasing pain, swelling, or redness after the first few days
• Signs of infection (warmth, spreading redness, drainage, fever)
• Skin color changes, blanching, or severe tenderness
• Firm nodules, asymmetry, or concerns that do not improve

9. Follow-Up

• Follow-up visits or photos may be scheduled to assess progress
• Your provider will advise when additional sessions can be performed if needed.