Tuesday, October 6th 2015
Radiesse is an FDA-approved dermal filler for volume correction on the backs of the hands. Radiesse can help to create more volume in the hands resulting in a more youthful appearance.
The above pictures demonstrate the right hand of a patient before and after a Radiesse treatment. The product can last up to one year and you can see the results almost immediately.
Filler risks and treatment limits
Dermal fillers can cause swelling, bruising, pain, infection, or nodules. Unintended injection into a blood vessel can cause tissue death, vision loss, or stroke. FDA approval is specific to a product and treatment area; it does not cover every facial area or body contouring. Ask which product is proposed, whether the use is approved, and how complications are managed.
Source: FDA dermal filler guidance.
Editorial update, October 2, 2026: AI-assisted edits clarify the safety information above using the linked sources. This update is not a clinician medical review or individual treatment advice.
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