Radiesse is an FDA-approved injectable skin treatment that is made from calcium hydroxyapatite or CaHA and it is scientifically proven to restore and build organized collagen type 3 and elastin in the dermis. Hyperdilute Radiesse (HDR) is a formulation derived from Radiesse, lidocaine, saline and may contain growth factors. This reconstituted formula creates a “liquid gold” solution that contains microspheres of calcium hydroxyapatite. HDR is injected in the top layer of the dermis to remodel the skin by creating new collagen and elastin networks to thicken and smooth out wrinkles and crepey skin. The result is very natural and does not appear puffy or unnatural like HA dermal fillers.   HDR can also augment areas of volume deficiency such as the cheeks and buttocks. Several treatments containing multiple syringes are required for volumizing large areas. A butt augmentation treatment can contain 10-20 syringes of Radiesse.   HDR can provide an immediate result that will get better over time as fresh collagen and elastin are created. The product gets absorbed by the body over the next 3 months but you are left with fresh, new collagen that never needs to be dissolved like HA fillers. HDR results are long lasting because it builds fresh collagen. Over time and as we age, the body naturally breaks down collagen, therefore results can last 2 or more years.