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Radiesse: A unique dermal filler

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Radiesse is made from calcium hydroxyapatite. It is FDA approved for the treatment of facial lines and folds, such as nasolabial folds. Radiesse provides one of the best values among dermal filler options. This is because the syringes have 1.5cc of product and it can take as little as one third of the amount of material to get the same cosmetic correction as hyaluronic acid fillers. Radiesse, in my opinion, is a great filler for men and older women because it is stiffer and provides more structural lift than other fillers. It is truly a good “bang for your buck”.

Radiesse is typically injected into the nasolabial folds, the marionette fold (the fold that goes from the mouth corner to the jaw), the pre-jowl sulcus (where the chin meets the lateral jaw line), and along the jaw line to provide lift and definition. In this area, it works well with thermal tightening devices to improve sagging jaw lines. It is very effective to augment cheeks, but should never be injected into the lips. The stiffness of this product makes it a poor choice for lip enhancement. Nodules are very common if it is injected into this area. Radiesse can also be used to smooth out any bumps on the nose non-surgically.

Finally, Radiesse is a superior filler to plump up the backs of aging hands, so the veins and tendons are not so noticeable. Radiesse, when combined with laser to fade brown spots, can easily take 10 years off the perceived age of the hands. Radiesse is not able to be dissolved, so it is important that the injector be experienced with this filler and understand the proper depth for injection as well as the proper injection technique. Dr Lupo mixes anesthetic with this filler to provide greater comfort to her patients.


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Our mission at the Lupo Center is to provide patients with innovative, effective and ethical care to make each person look and feel their personal best. To fulfill our goal, we provide state-of-the-art medical, surgical and cosmetic treatments to all patients.

Board certified dermatologist and clinical professor of dermatology Mary P. Lupo, MD has been a leader in the field of non-surgical rejuvenation since 1983. She travels internationally to teach her innovative techniques, and her reputation brings in patients from around the country. She started the first formal residency training program for injectables and peels in 1983 at Tulane Medical School and served as past president of Women’s Dermatologic Society, adjunct professor of dermatology at Tulane and a founder of Cosmetic Boot Camp. Dr. Lupo holds membership in many prestigious dermatology associations, participates in clinical trials for approval of new drugs and devices and acts as an advisor for numerous aesthetic-minded companies.

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Dr. Lupo is absolutely amazing! I saw her for botox and filler before my wedding and now I am a devotee of her work. She is a master at accomplishing a natural looking and beautiful result. She has an artist's eye and a surgeon's calm hands. She is personable, kind, and funny, and I always find myself 100% at ease in her office. It is easy to be candid with her and ask for exactly what you want. She is honest and takes the time to communicate with you to make sure you're both on the same page, and you don't feel like she is running in and out of the room and rushing off to another appointment. She gives you her full attention and it makes a world of difference. I highly recommend Dr. Lupo to all my friends and family. Wonderful woman and doctor. Couldn't be happier!
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