Radiesse in Abu Dhabi at House of Skincare is a calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) dermal filler that provides immediate structural volume alongside a sustained collagen biostimulation effect, making it one of the most versatile injectables for facial rejuvenation and body contouring. Radiesse is unique among dermal fillers because it does two things at once: the gel carrier creates immediate lift and structure in the treated area, while the CaHA microspheres it contains act as a scaffold for new collagen production that continues for twelve to eighteen months after injection. Dr. Khadija Al Zaabi, DOH-licensed Consultant Dermatologist at House of Skincare on Yas Island, uses Radiesse for patients who want both the immediate correction of HA fillers and the longer-term collagen benefit of a biostimulator.

Calcium hydroxylapatite is a mineral compound identical in composition to the mineral component of natural bone and teeth — making it completely biocompatible. The Radiesse formulation suspends CaHA microspheres (25 to 45 microns in diameter) in a carboxymethylcellulose gel carrier. When injected, the gel provides immediate volume. Over the following weeks the gel carrier is gradually absorbed, but the CaHA microspheres remain as a structural scaffold. Fibroblasts are recruited to the microsphere surfaces and produce new collagen around them. As the microspheres themselves are absorbed over twelve to eighteen months, the collagen framework they induced remains in the tissue — maintaining the structural improvement beyond the direct presence of the product.

Why House of Skincare?

House of Skincare is a specialist dermatology and aesthetic clinic on Yas Island, rated 4.9 stars by over 490 patients on Google. Radiesse is a structurally firm filler that is not reversible with hyaluronidase, unlike HA products. This means placement requires precise anatomical knowledge and technical accuracy. Dr. Al Zaabi holds a DOH licence as a Consultant Dermatologist and has the clinical experience to use Radiesse correctly — selecting the right anatomical zones, dilution level, and injection technique for each application. Using Radiesse in the wrong zone (superficial dermis or under-eye area) causes visible lumping; using it at the correct depth in appropriate zones produces natural, long-lasting results.

Treatment Areas

Nasolabial folds: Radiesse is FDA-approved for correction of moderate to severe nasolabial folds. Its firm consistency makes it highly effective for this area, providing structural lift at the base of the fold that a thinner HA product cannot match. Results in the nasolabial folds typically last twelve to eighteen months.

Marionette lines: The downward creases that run from the mouth corners toward the chin are caused by volume loss in the lower face and the descent of the buccal fat pads. Radiesse placed in the pre-jowl area and along the marionette line provides structural support that lifts and fills this area effectively.

Cheeks and mid-face: Deep cheek injection of Radiesse restores mid-face volume and creates structural lift that improves the nasolabial and marionette lines secondarily. The firmness of CaHA provides excellent scaffolding support in the cheek zone.

Jawline and chin: Radiesse is well-suited to jawline augmentation because of its firmness. Placed along the mandible, it creates a defined, structured jawline that looks natural and lasts significantly longer than softer HA products in this zone.

Hands: Radiesse is FDA-approved for hand rejuvenation. Age-related volume loss on the dorsal hand makes veins and tendons more visible. Radiesse injected into the dorsal hand tissue immediately restores a fuller, more youthful appearance and continues to improve hand skin quality through collagen stimulation. Results in the hands last twelve months or longer.

Diluted Radiesse for bio-remodelling: When diluted with normal saline or lidocaine, Radiesse becomes a liquid biostimulator that can be injected across larger surface areas — neck, décolletage, arms, and abdomen — to improve skin quality and laxity without adding structural volume. This “hyperdilute Radiesse” technique is increasingly used for body skin quality improvement where traditional filler volumes are impractical.

The Procedure

A Radiesse session takes thirty to sixty minutes depending on the areas treated. Topical numbing cream is applied before treatment, and lidocaine may be mixed with the Radiesse formulation to improve comfort during injection. A blunt cannula is used for most facial areas to minimise bruising and reduce vascular risk; sharp needles are used for precise point injections. After injection, the area is gently moulded to ensure even product distribution.

Immediate results are visible — the lift and volume correction is apparent from the moment of injection. There is typically mild swelling and occasional bruising that resolves within five to seven days. The full result is seen at two weeks when swelling has completely resolved. The collagen building phase then adds incrementally to the result over the following three to six months.

Results and Longevity

Radiesse provides immediate volume that is maintained as the gel resorbs and replaced by new collagen. Results in the face typically last twelve to eighteen months, and in some patients considerably longer due to the ongoing collagen deposition. Hands results last twelve months. In all areas, the longevity is significantly greater than equivalent HA filler treatments in the same zone. A maintenance session at twelve to eighteen months sustains the result.

Aftercare

For twenty-four hours after treatment: avoid touching, pressing, or massaging treated areas, avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol, and heat exposure. Sleep on your back if treating the face. Apply cold compresses gently to reduce swelling if needed. Avoid blood-thinning medications (aspirin, ibuprofen) for five days before and after treatment. Attend your two-week review appointment to assess the result and make any minor adjustments.

Radiesse vs. Sculptra

Both are collagen biostimulators, but they have different profiles. Radiesse provides immediate visible volume correction alongside collagen stimulation and lasts twelve to eighteen months. Sculptra provides no immediate visible result (results build over three to six months) but its collagen stimulation lasts up to two years. Radiesse is the better choice when both immediate and long-term correction is desired. Sculptra is better for patients who prefer the most gradual result with the longest longevity. Both are used at House of Skincare depending on each patient’s goals and treatment timeline.