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Radiesse

Overview:

Calcium hydroxyapatite is a synthetic compound that serves not only as a filler but also as a volumizer, thereby increasing durability.

Expected results:

Correction of static intermediate and deep lines on the lower and mid face, cheek augmentation, correction of scars, volume replenishment for hand rejuvenation.

Preparations:

Avoidance of aspirin and ibuprofen for 10 days. Local anesthesia by injection makes the procedure more comfortable when used around the mouth and in cheeks.

Post treatment instructions:

Avoidance of aspirin or ibuprofen for 3 days.

Time to desired results:

1-3 days

Duration of desired effects:

12-18 months

Contraindications:

Allergy to calcium hydroxy-apatite (extremely rare)

Downtime:

1-3 days of swelling and erythema, up to 7 days for bruising (may be covered easily).

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Radiesse - Patients ask, Dr. Ringpfeil answers

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2 Responses to “Radiesse”

MelissaW says:

July 15, 2015 at 2:56 pm

Hi Dr. R, I am interested in Radiesse (or any other filler) for my jaw line. It is not very prominent and from the side it appears to disappear into my neck. I am not overweight but it makes me look that way. Can enhancement be done with fillers? If so, which do you recommend best and how many units would be needed (on average)?
- Franziska Ringpfeil MD. says:
  
  July 21, 2015 at 10:54 am
  
  A face must be seen from multiple angles in order to determine what strategy is the best to address a specific concern. Often, lifting and recountouring go hand in hand to achieve this goal. Certain fillers are better for lift others are better for reflation and contouring. Simple recountouring may require 1-2 syringes whereas a liquid face lift easily consumes 1 syringes. In office evaluation is needed for discussion of expectations, side effects and a cost estimate.

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PATIENT RATINGS

Would you recommend us?

definitely: 93.1%
probably: 6.16%
maybe: 0.58%
not likely: 0.08%
no: 0.02%

Compare our service to other similar practices

excellent: 87.9%
very good: 10.1%
good: 1.8%
poor: 0.06%
very poor: 0%

Overall doctor performance

excellent: 94.2%
very good: 4.89%
good: 0.80%
poor: 0.03%
very poor: 0%

The doctor listened to you attentively

excellent: 93.9%
very good: 4.97%
good: 1.05%
poor: 0.05%
very poor: 0%

The doctor took time to answer your questions

excellent: 94.0%
very good: 4.66%
good: 1.27%
poor: 0.02%
very poor: 0%

The doctor explained treatment options

excellent: 94.3%
very good: 4.16%
good: 1.25%
poor: 0.14%
very poor: 0.02%

The doctor explained treatment options

excellent: 92.0%
very good: 5.69%
good: 2.18%
poor: 0.11%
very poor: 0.0%

Front desk performance

excellent: 85.6%
very good: 10.2%
good: 3.66%
poor: 0.31%
very poor: 0.08%

Aesthetician performance

excellent: 88.6%
very good: 7.61%
good: 3.39%
poor: 0.24%
very poor: 0.08%

Office comfort

excellent: 90.9%
very good: 6.93%
good: 2.08%
poor: 0.05%
very poor: 0.05%

Parking

excellent: 66.4%
very good: 14.4%
good: 15.7%
poor: 2.49%
very poor: 0.9%

Friendliness of the staff during appointment

excellent: 90.9%
very good: 7.23%
good: 1.85%
poor: 0.05%
very poor: 0%

What WE DID WELL

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I did not feel rushed. I felt I was Heard and listened to. The exam and explanations were clear .When my visit ended all of my questions,, symptoms, and diseases were addressed extensively.I am thrilled that I have found this office. I intend to refer my husband, son and friends.

#12011-05-26 11:49:32

The doctor's way of explaning everything.

#22025-06-19

politeness

#32025-10-04

I was very please with the service when setting up my appointment, and when I called back with questions concerning my insurance. Very pleasant and accomodating staff!

#42011-01-04 10:23:13

The people are friendly and understand.

#52025-11-11

Everything even your choice of music.

#62026-02-21

No wait time for appointment - attentiveness of PA

#72011-05-04 19:03:57

This is an amazingly professional as well as patient-oriented practice. Thank you! I will highly recommend your practice to everyone.

#82012-08-31 09:32:27

The office ambiance is exceptional! Since I am a musician, I really enjoyed the soothing, classical music playing softly in the background. The fresh flowers also add a nice touch. I was extremely impressed by the cleanliness of the facilities and the professional and thorough treatment I received by Dr. Ringpfeil. The technological efficiency of the office was also very impressive!

#92025-08-05

Alana was wonderful. Her manner of dealing with patients is something to be admired.

#102011-11-30 11:47:43

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What can we do better?

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Everything was very clean and I cannot think of much you could do better.

#12026-04-08

Overall excellent service. Friendly front desk staff. A very small suggestion would be to have someone immediately identify themselves as the person to register a new patient and direct where to go when someone enters the waiting room. With a big waiting room and three people at the front desk, it is a lot to take in and not know to whom to speak. Having had negative experiences with doctors' receptionists where all three of the three people at the front desk have ignored me until I called out and forced a response, I am sensitive to the issue and imagine others have had this experience as well.

#22011-01-31 10:42:48

Keep up the good work!

#32025-05-19

Everything was very clean and I cannot think of much you could do better.

#42025-05-23

I have a suggestion: I noticed that two of the lovely rugs pose hazards to patients using walkers or who may have other mobility issues. The large rug placed at an angle and the narrow rug placed in front of the reception desk leave no room for these individuals to safely manuveur around the reception area and are likely to contribute to fall risks. I would suggest leaving these areas clear.

#52010-10-04 12:14:56

All fine

#62026-02-13

maybe offering a bit more evaluation of options -that I haven't already thought of or asked about- for skin care and amelioration, as I am not certain what exists

#72025-05-30

Ask patient if they have any pain before asking them to waiting three weeks for appointment

#82025-06-16

I'm completely satisfied, thank you.

#92010-11-09 11:24:08

Completely satisfied

#102010-10-20 09:59:20

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