Lost volume and youthfulness can be easily obtained again with the use of dermal fillers. At Thrive, we provide many different types of injectables, which can be used to fight the signs of aging. Dr. Maddox uses FDA-approved dermal fillers such as Radiesse® to soften fine lines, wrinkles, and volume loss with immediate results.

Radiesse® is a dermal filler that can be used on many different parts of the face. It is typically used as a way of addressing nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and areas around the jaw and jowl.

Radiesse® is made with calcium hydroxyapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in an aqueous gel carrier. Following treatment with Radiesse®, immediate improvement and volume is seen with the added benefit of stimulating your own natural collagen over time. This makes it one of the longer lasting dermal fillers with a 12 or more month life expectancy.

Dr. Maddox of Thrive in Portland, Oregon is excited to offer Radiesse® along with many other fillers and injectables including Botox Cosmetic®, Juvéderm® XC, Restylane®. Some of these are better used on mild lines and wrinkles, while others are perfect for moderate to severe folds. It is common for patients to combine different dermal fillers to enjoy a complete “liquid face lift” that provides immediate and long-term results.

An appointment for Radiesse® injections is fast and simple. Patients are made comfortable in the treatment chair as Dr. Maddox determines the best areas of injection. This occurs during the initial examination and consultation appointment, and then patients are ready for treatment once deemed appropriate candidates for injections. Dr. Maddox uses a gentle, steady hand to administer the injections to augment areas of the face in a safe manner.

Radiesse® is an FDA-approved injectable dermal filler for cosmetic use, and can be used on areas of the face and even on the backs of hands. It is important for patients to discuss their skin concerns with Dr. Maddox to find out if Radiesse® is the best method of improvement. Call Thrive of Portland, Oregon today to schedule an initial appointment and learn more about the ways in which Radiesse® can transform the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Radiesse?

Radiesse is a cosmetic injectable dermal filler that is used to smooth out wrinkles and reduce the signs of aging in both the face and the hands. It is made from a synthetic molecule called calcium hydroxylapatite that is suspended in a gel.

How does Radiesse work?

Radiesse works by filling in areas where volume has been lost, wrinkles have formed, or you simply don’t have a lot of natural volume due to genetics. The calcium hydroxyapatite microspheres are injected into targeted areas to immediately boost volume and smooth out wrinkles. It also serves a dual anti-aging benefit by stimulating your skin’s natural collagen production, providing long-lasting results.

Where can Radiesse be injected?

Radiesse can be used in a variety of locations:

Nasolabial folds
Vertical lip lines around the mouth
Marionette lines
Areas where fat has been lost in the face
The backs of the hands
Places on the face where scars have created depressions in the skin

How is Radiesse different from other fillers?

One of the key differences between Radiesse and other fillers is the molecule it is made from. Most dermal fillers are hyaluronic acid-based, which is naturally absorbed by your body and therefore doesn’t provide as long-lasting of results. Radiesse is made from calcium hydroxylapatite, which lasts longer – up to a year or even two years in some patients. Radiesse is also the first FDA-approved dermal filler for both the face and the back of the hands.

How long is the treatment time?

Radiesse treatment is quick! In fact, in most cases, it only takes about 15 minutes or less to complete the procedure and you can resume your normal daily activities right away.

How long does Radiesse last?

Individual results will vary, but some patients can maintain their beautiful Radiesse results for up to two years before they need a touch-up treatment.

Who can benefit from treatment with Radiesse?

People who have wrinkles, folds, or volume loss in their face or the backs of their hands can benefit from Radiesse treatment. In addition, it can be used to boost volume in the cheeks.

Am I eligible for Radiesse?

Many patients who are interested in smoothing out wrinkles on their face or hands are eligible to use Radiesse to combat the signs of aging. We can help you determine whether you are a good candidate in a thorough consultation and evaluation.

Is there anyone that should not use Radiesse?

People who are allergic to lidocaine or any of the components of Radiesse should not be treated, nor should patients who have a history of severe allergic reactions to other substances. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding or have a bleeding disorder, you should not use Radiesse.

What if I am taking medication?

The risk of bleeding and bruising at the site of Radiesse injections increases with certain medications, such as aspirin, blood thinners, and warfarin. It is important to inform us about any medications you are taking in advance of your procedure so that we can help you determine whether Radiesse is right for you or if there are any precautions you need to take.

What should I tell my doctor before using Radiesse?

Certain medications and diseases can affect how your body reacts to Radiesse injections, so it is important that you tell your Thrive practitioner about any medications that you are taking, as well as any diseases or injuries that you currently have. It is also important for your Radiesse treatment provider to know whether you have recently had any other facial treatments or therapies, such as chemical peels.

Has Radiesse been tested and certified?

Yes. Radiesse is the first dermal filler that has been approved by the US FDA for use on both the face and the hands. Radiesse is safe but does have a risk of some side effects that we will discuss with you prior to your treatment so you are fully informed.

Where can I find out more about Radiesse?

If you are wondering, “How can I learn more about Radiesse?”, we encourage you to call Thrive Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Center in Portland, OR to schedule your personalized consultation. We are here to answer all your questions and help you find a treatment plan that is right for you!

Dr. Adam Maddox – Medical Director

A graduate from Northern Arizona University and the National College of Naturopathic Medicine, Dr. Adam Maddox is a very established professional in the field of integrative anti-aging and aesthetic medicine with a special interest in Botox, Restylane and Testosterone Replacement therapy for men to name a few.

As a board-certified physician, he has a passion to help people with their health especially as they get older. Dr. Maddox believes in maintaining a strong sense of empathy in order to better serve his patients whilst ensuring his care is personalized. In addition to practicing medicine, Dr. Maddox uses his time to train other medical professionals on various effective medical techniques used in the anti-ageing medical sphere such as injectable techniques. He is also the founder and medical director of Thrive Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Center in Portland, OR.

Tried Several Treatments With Thrive and Its Perfect

Rachel has been coming to Thrive for a few years and has always enjoyed her visits. She finds her treatments comfortable, the staff super-friendly, and her overall experience amazing. Want a similar experience? Call 503-928-6505 and schedule your consultation.

Hi, I’m Rachel Stahl. I’ve been coming to thrive for about five years. I definitely started on the lower end, just like a little bit of Botox a little bit of preventative ageing treatments and have always felt really, really comfortable. I felt that I can get an honest answer if I need a little more of a treatment, but I’ve also definitely had the experience feeling self-conscious and having the staff here totally put me at ease of like you look great. You don’t need to do a tonne more. I feel like I can really trust their opinion because I’ve been given positive feedback the whole time I’ve been coming here. I’ve recommended a tonne of friends because of that and I have never heard a negative review of the clinic. I’ve just always felt really, really comfortable. I got comfortable enough to start doing a little bit of laser therapy and I also got to do Miradry on my armpits and I’ve just never really been disappointed by anything. I feel like they make really solid recommendations and everybody is super friendly. It’s always been really easy to schedule, which is huge for me to working in the area. It’s just an amazing place. Everybody is really great.

Tried Miradry on My Armpits and Its Working - Highly satisfied patient

Listen to Sarah’s testimonial to understand how miraDry can save your day and bring you relief and comfort which may have been eluding you for years due to underarm sweating and odor. Head over to Thrive and see how the experience can change your life.

Hi, my name is Sarah and I’ve had hyperhidrosis for the past 17 years and I’ve tried many forms of treatment. I’ve done medications under the arms. I’ve switched medications that maybe would cause extra sweating under the arms. I’ve even tried Botox and I went as far as I was looking into treatment during surgery which I found to be very risky for myself with not very many good outcomes, and with the hyperhidrosis, it is a very embarrassing condition. It can affect relationships; it can ruin a lot of clothes. It has ruined a lot of clothes and it’s something that I’ve had to live with for So, long. I wanted to be able to have something done to be able to help with the effects of this and I was on the internet one day. It was actually on Facebook and I was going through, I was just scrolling through and I found an ad and it was talking about, do you have access sweating and I had clicked on it and was looking around and I found that there was a procedure for Miradry, and I was looking around trying to find a place that was near my area and I happened to find thrive, and I wanted to see that that it was a, a, good clinic with good ratings. A clinic that people have known about. I didn’t want to just go anywhere to be able to get this procedure done. So, I did my research and I decided to go ahead and book an appointment. I knew it was going to be less invasive than going through with the surgery, plus I couldn’t find a provider that was willing to send me for the surgery because of all the risks that could happen with me and not such a great outcome. So, I went ahead and I booked my appointment and I got to meet Tristan. I actually had every intention to listen to my music during the procedure because I knew it was going to be super nervous and I ended up not being able to find my headphones but Tristan was very personable. Great bedside manners and it was just like I was there talking to a friend and then I got to meet doctor Maddox who was able to do all the numbing under the arms. That’s the only part of the procedure that I actually felt was just the injections for the numbing. And then there’s a grid. It looks like a tattoo that goes on the arm, and then that is where the laser is on the arm and it just moves all around to the areas where I have all the excessive sweating. I don’t feel anything during the entire process. I was relaxed. I wasn’t nervous once I got in there and was able to talk to Tristan. She was able to explain everything, step by step, and I pretty much knew since my condition was severe and I’d had it for So, long I expected to have to have at least a second treatment, maybe even a touch up.
I knew that I wasn’t going to just need one treatment. I knew that going in there So, it was extremely grateful to be able to try this procedure to see if it would work and so, once I got done with the procedure, I, I, still didn’t feel any pain, just very I felt like my arms were pretty swollen. I was able to get myself ready to leave. I was given ice packs, So, I just continuously iced my arms. I wanted to follow all the instructions, exact because I wanted to be sure that this was going to work for me. I had invested my time everything into this procedure to ensure that it was going to work for me. I wanted this to be the most permanent. I didn’t want to have to keep dealing with this, 17 years is a really long time to have to deal with all of this and when I got home, I noticed, you know, I still had the swelling, which is expected you know, it can go on for several weeks. I continuously iced my arms. I noticed some bruising that was happening, which I was already warned about and I felt for the procedure that just having the bruising and the swelling, knowing that it was going to be going down, I was noticing improvement within the next couple of days as the swelling was going down. I would still have wetness under the arms but it was still healing, and it does take time to heal. It could take several weeks to heal and actually be able to see the full effect. So, I ended up doing a second treatment, which I’m glad I did because I knew that I was going to need a second treatment and everything was exactly the same process and making sure that I did all the icing and I followed all the instructions and now I can say since I’ve completed the second session, in that the underarm sweating has really diminished. I would say that I’m closer to a 75 80 percent. So, coming from someone who from the morning, I from the moment I would wake up in the morning to go into bed, I always had the underarm sweating. It never went away. There’s no on and off switch. There was nothing I could do. Even changing the environment being either in a warm environment, cold environment, calming environment, stressful. This was something that would never go away. I couldn’t, I couldn’t adjust but I’ve dealt with it for So, long and I know that the Miradry is working because I have proof of it. I have my pictures. I know how severe this was and I’m really grateful to be able to come here to the thrive clinic to be able to do this near dry and I would recommend it to any of my friends and family. Anybody who has this excessive sweating that is too embarrassed to come forward. Give it a try because I know that it’ll help change your life.

VanquishME and Cellutone

Tia is one happy patient of Thrive. She wanted to get rid of the extra fat she had gained around the mid-section after having two kids. Vanquish helped her do just that and now she sees a drastic change in her body which she is extremely satisfied with.

Hi, my name is Tia Sanders. I’m a mother of two very beautiful but large children. Um, let’s see. I thought I’d try this because. Uhm, after having kids I had a little extra in the mid-section and I was dieting and just starting to get back into working out. And you know this came along and I thought I’d give it a go. And the vanquished treatments were a little toasty. It definitely warmed you up, and luckily, we had a fan going to kind of keep me cool, and you can feel like little tingles. And definitely some warm, warm, throughout your whole midsection throughout your whole treatment. It was super. Easy come. The seller tone helps, like break up everything afterwards and I kind of made up the transitions a little bit smoother and it was. It was really relaxing to an extent after dealing with kids all day, I was able to lay down and just kind of get those extra little areas taken care of.

I was a little nervous about my results at first. But then luckily everyone took photos before and after and I there was a drastic change between the first time I was in here and the last time I was in here and doctor Maddox was telling me that I will continue to see results like the little back fat. Kind of like lifted and kind of started to like disappear. And that was huge for me and you could see like my belly that was, you know, post baby belly was starting to lift again and that was such a huge encouragement to like want to keep going. So, my clothes are definitely fitting a lot better around the waistline. I’m not to wear. My goal is, but it’s definitely I’m able to those pants that I have that many will put on for a couple of months. So, I’m definitely excited. And yeah, I’m happy. I would definitely. Recommend trying thrive or working with right because they are super personable, they’re. They’re very warm when it comes in it. Sometimes you’re worried about like a very clinical setting inside outpatient type doctors’ offices, it seems, but everyone kind of put you at ease and relaxed and, and, yeah, it just felt very comfortable.

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