Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 12 hours ago
In this video, Dr. David Rapaport, board-certified plastic surgeon with over 30 years of experience and founder of Aethos New York, breaks down how and when he uses Radiesse (calcium hydroxyapatite filler) in modern aesthetic practice.
As part of his injectable series, Dr. Rapaport explains how Radiesse differs from hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers, and why—despite certain limitations—it still holds an important role in select patients.
Key topics include:
• What Radiesse is and how it differs from traditional HA fillers
• Why Radiesse does not have a dissolving agent, and how that impacts safety and decision-making
• The risks of lumps and intravascular injection, and why technique matters
• Why Radiesse offers excellent longevity and value compared to other fillers
• Ideal use cases, including chin augmentation and midface support
• How Dr. Rapaport uses Radiesse strategically on bone for predictable results
• The role of hyperdilute Radiesse for collagen stimulation, including body treatments like the buttocks
Dr. Rapaport emphasizes that while Radiesse is not as forgiving as hyaluronic acid fillers, in experienced hands it can be a powerful, cost-effective tool for structural enhancement and collagen stimulation.
This video provides a clear, experience-driven perspective on where Radiesse fits — and where it doesn’t — in modern facial aesthetics.
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🔹 Contact Aethos NYC for a personalized consultation
In this video, Dr. David Rapaport, board-certified plastic surgeon with over 30 years of experience and founder of Aethos New York, breaks down how and when he uses Radiesse (calcium hydroxyapatite filler) in modern aesthetic practice.
As part of his injectable series, Dr. Rapaport explains how Radiesse differs from hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers, and why—despite certain limitations—it still holds an important role in select patients.
Key topics include:
• What Radiesse is and how it differs from traditional HA fillers
• Why Radiesse does not have a dissolving agent, and how that impacts safety and decision-making
• The risks of lumps and intravascular injection, and why technique matters
• Why Radiesse offers excellent longevity and value compared to other fillers
• Ideal use cases, including chin augmentation and midface support
• How Dr. Rapaport uses Radiesse strategically on bone for predictable results
• The role of hyperdilute Radiesse for collagen stimulation, including body treatments like the buttocks
Dr. Rapaport emphasizes that while Radiesse is not as forgiving as hyaluronic acid fillers, in experienced hands it can be a powerful, cost-effective tool for structural enhancement and collagen stimulation.
This video provides a clear, experience-driven perspective on where Radiesse fits — and where it doesn’t — in modern facial aesthetics.
🔹 Subscribe for expert insights on injectables and facial rejuvenation
🔹 Contact Aethos NYC for a personalized consultation
