YAAN Clinic · Gangnam, Seoul, Korea Radiesse Filler in Gangnam, Seoul, Korea

A calcium-based filler that adds structure immediately and stimulates collagen over time. Planned and injected by physicians in Gangnam, explained in English, with a written quote in Korean won.

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Radiesse filler at YAAN Clinic, Gangnam, Seoul
  • 15–30 min Treatment
  • 1–3 days Swelling
  • Immediate Results
  • 12–18 months Typical duration
  • CaHA Collagen-stimulating
The short answer

What is Radiesse, and is it right for you?

Radiesse is a filler made of calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres in a gel. It gives immediate lift and structure, then stimulates collagen; it is not dissolvable like hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers.

At YAAN Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, Radiesse is used mainly for the jawline, chin, cheeks and hands, and typically lasts 12–18 months. You receive a written quote in won at consultation.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Choi Won-Tak, Director of YAAN Clinic Updated October 2026 Meet our doctors
Radiesse at a glance
What it is Calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres, about 25–45 μm, in a gel carrier
Does Immediate structure and lift, then collagen stimulation
Common areas Jawline, chin, cheeks, nasolabial folds, backs of the hands
Not used for Lips and under-eyes
Treatment time About 15–30 minutes after numbing
Downtime Swelling or bruising for 1–3 days
Duration Often 12–18 months
Reversible? No; it cannot be dissolved with hyaluronidase
Where YAAN Clinic, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Bongeunsa Station, Exit 7)
How it works

Structure now, collagen later

Day of treatment: scaffold. The gel carries tiny, smooth calcium microspheres into the tissue. Together they give immediate support and contour.

Following weeks: stimulation. As the gel is gradually absorbed, the microspheres remain as a scaffold and prompt the skin to produce its own collagen around them.

Over time: natural breakdown. The calcium particles are slowly broken down by the body into calcium and phosphate, leaving the new collagen behind.

Non-reversible. Radiesse cannot be dissolved with hyaluronidase, so the product, amount and placement are agreed carefully before injection. Compare with Sculptra, another collagen stimulator.

How Radiesse works in three stages Three panels: first, calcium microspheres in gel give immediate volume; second, the gel is absorbed and collagen fibres form around the microspheres; third, the microspheres break down and the new collagen remains. 1 · Day 0 2 · Weeks to months 3 · Over time Gel + microspheres immediate structure Gel absorbed collagen forms around CaHA CaHA breaks down new collagen remains
How a calcium hydroxylapatite filler works. Illustration: YAAN Clinic.
Honest suitability

Who Radiesse suits, and who it doesn't

We would rather tell you what you don't need. These are general guides; your doctor confirms suitability after examining you.

Often a good fit

  • Jawline and chin structure
  • Cheek support
  • Hand rejuvenation
  • Collagen stimulation
  • Longer-lasting results
  • People who want contour on the day, not weeks later

Probably not the first choice

  • Lips or under-eyes, where HA is safer
  • First-time filler patients who want a reversible option
  • Very fine, superficial lines
  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • Active infection or cold sores in the area
Side profile showing jawline, chin and cheek contour
Radiesse is chosen for structure: the line of the jaw, the chin and the cheek.
Treatment areas

Where Radiesse works best

Radiesse is a firm filler placed deep, so it is used where support matters more than softness.

Jawline

Definition

Sharpens the line from chin to angle of the jaw and helps disguise early jowls.

Chin

Projection

Adds length or forward projection to balance the profile. See chin fillers.

Cheeks

Support

Restores mid-face support and softens folds beside the mouth. See cheek fillers.

Hands

Rejuvenation

Replaces lost volume on the backs of the hands so veins and tendons show less.

For lips, see lip fillers; for the eye area, under-eye filler; for the nose, nose fillers; for hollow temples, temple fillers; for smile folds, nasolabial fillers.

Compare

Radiesse vs HA fillers vs Sculptra

Radiesse HA fillers Sculptra
Material Calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) Hyaluronic acid Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA)
Result on the day Yes, immediate structure Yes, immediate volume No, builds gradually
Collagen stimulation Yes Minimal Yes, main effect
Feel Firm, supportive Soft to firm by product No gel; your own collagen
Best for Jawline, chin, cheeks, hands Lips, under-eyes, nose, fine shaping Global, gradual volume
Reversible No Yes, with hyaluronidase No
Typical duration 12–18 months About 6–18 months by product and area Up to about 2 years
Learn more You are here Dermal fillers Sculptra

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Restylane

₩390,000 per cc. Restylane fillers

Juvederm hyaluronic acid filler boxes
HA · Allergan

Juvéderm

₩490,000–₩690,000 per cc. Juvéderm fillers

Bellast Korean hyaluronic acid filler boxes
HA · Korea

Korean HA filler

₩290,000 per cc. All filler options

Your visit

The Radiesse procedure step by step

Filler consultation at YAAN Clinic
Step 1

Consultation

Shape, product and cc agreed in English.

Infrared vein finder used before filler injection
Step 2

Vein mapping

An infrared vein finder is used to plan safe placement.

Doctor preparing a filler treatment at YAAN Clinic
Step 3

Numbing

Numbing cream; the filler can be used with lidocaine.

Doctor injecting filler at YAAN Clinic
Step 4

Injection

Needle or cannula placement, then ice and written aftercare.

Recovery and results

  • Day 0–2

    Swelling, tenderness and possible bruising. Contour is visible straight away.

  • Day 3–7

    Swelling settles; shape refines.

  • Week 2

    Settled result; review and touch-up if needed.

  • Month 2–3

    Collagen stimulation adds firmness as the gel is absorbed.

  • 12–18 months

    Gradual absorption; repeat when you and your doctor feel it is needed.

Aftercare

  • Avoid pressing or massaging the area unless your doctor shows you how.
  • Avoid saunas, alcohol and intense exercise for 1–2 days.
  • Use ice briefly for swelling; sleep with your head slightly raised the first night.
  • Contact the clinic at once for severe pain, blanching or mottled skin, or changes in vision.
Transparent pricing

Radiesse cost in Seoul, Korea

Radiesse is quoted in Korean won at consultation, once your doctor has agreed the area and amount with you. Published YAAN prices for hyaluronic acid fillers are shown for reference.

Korean HA

Korean filler · per cc

₩290,000

Hyaluronic acid.

Restylane

Restylane · per cc

₩390,000

Hyaluronic acid.

Juvéderm

Juvéderm · per cc

₩490,000+

₩490,000–₩690,000 depending on the product.

Confirm the total, VAT and treatment area at consultation. See the complete YAAN price list and the filler price guide.

What changes the price

  • Amount. Filler is priced by syringe or cc; a jawline needs more than a chin.
  • Area. Face, hands or a combination.
  • Product. Radiesse, HA filler or a collagen stimulator such as Sculptra.
Safety

Side effects and risks

Radiesse is approved by the US FDA and has been used for many years. Because it cannot be dissolved, who injects it and how it is placed matter more than with HA fillers.

At YAAN Clinic, filler is planned and injected by physicians, with vein mapping and blunt-tipped cannulas where appropriate.

Infrared vein detector showing veins before filler injection
Infrared vein detector.
Comparison of a normal needle and a rounded-tip cannula
Normal needle vs rounded-tip cannula.

Common and temporary

  • Swelling and tenderness for 1–3 days
  • Bruising or redness

Less common

  • Lumps or nodules
  • Asymmetry needing a touch-up
  • Infection

Rare but serious

  • Blockage of a blood vessel, which can damage skin or, very rarely, vision. This needs immediate treatment.

Not suitable

  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • Active infection or cold sores in the area
  • Lips and under-eyes
Why YAAN

Filler experience you can check

YAAN Clinic doctor giving a live filler demonstration, with key doctor certificates
01

Certified key doctor

Our medical staff hold key-doctor certification from global filler brands Restylane and Radiesse.

Published monograph featuring YAAN Clinic in non-surgical procedures
02

Published in the field

Featured in a published monograph on Korean aesthetic procedures, in the non-surgical category.

YAAN Clinic doctor lecturing on filler technique
03

Filler practice since 2011

Extensive case experience, with teaching and lectures for other physicians.

Who treats you

Physician-led care in Gangnam

Every Radiesse plan at YAAN Clinic is set by a licensed physician, not a sales consultant. Our medical team has more than 14 years of experience in lifting, laser and petite procedures. See the full medical team.

Medical reviewer
Dr. Choi Won-Tak
Director, YAAN Clinic
  • Master's programme, Seoul National University College of Medicine
  • Former Clinical Instructor, Seoul National University Hospital
  • Former Visiting Professor, Hanyang University College of Medicine
  • Former Academic Director of Petite Procedures, Korean Society for Laser, Dermatology and Trichology
  • Laser education instructor, Korean Association of Private Practice Physicians
Dr. Choi Won-Tak, physician at YAAN Clinic Gangnam
Dr. Choi Won-Tak
Dr. Giyong Byeon, physician at YAAN Clinic Gangnam
Dr. Giyong Byeon
Dr. Seonggeun Hwang, physician at YAAN Clinic Gangnam
Dr. Seonggeun Hwang
Dr. Dajeong Hyeon, physician at YAAN Clinic Gangnam
Dr. Dajeong Hyeon
Dr. Yoonsik Sung, physician at YAAN Clinic Gangnam
Dr. Yoonsik Sung
For international patients

Planning Radiesse on a trip to Seoul

Book in English

Send your concerns, photos and travel dates through our consultation form, WhatsApp or Instagram. We reply in English and confirm prices in Korean won before you arrive.

Time it around your trip

Have filler at least 3–5 days before photos or flights so swelling settles, and ideally allow a review visit.

Aftercare while travelling

Avoid pressing or massaging the area, saunas, alcohol and intense exercise for 1–2 days.

Reception lounge at YAAN Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul

YAAN Clinic, Gangnam

5 Deokbong Building, Bongeunsa-ro 82-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Bongeunsa Station (Line 9), Exit 7.

Private treatment room at YAAN Clinic, Gangnam

Private treatment rooms

Consultation and treatment take place in private rooms, with English support throughout.

10:00–21:00 Monday & Friday
10:00–19:00 Tuesday to Thursday
10:00–16:00 Saturday
Closed Sunday & public holidays · Lunch 13:00–14:00

See our Gangnam clinic, why patients choose YAAN and the foreigner's guide to skin clinics in Seoul.

FAQ

Radiesse questions, answered

What is Radiesse?
Radiesse is an injectable filler made of calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a gel. It gives immediate lift and structure, then stimulates the skin's own collagen as the gel is absorbed.
How long does Radiesse last?
Often 12 to 18 months, depending on the area treated, the amount used and how your body metabolises it.
How much does Radiesse cost in Seoul?
YAAN Clinic gives a written quote in Korean won at consultation, based on the area and the amount needed. For reference, hyaluronic acid fillers at YAAN are ₩290,000 per cc for Korean filler, ₩390,000 for Restylane and ₩490,000 to ₩690,000 for Juvéderm.
Can Radiesse be dissolved?
No. Radiesse cannot be dissolved with hyaluronidase. Only hyaluronic acid fillers can be reversed that way, which is why Radiesse is placed conservatively by an experienced physician and is avoided in the lips and under-eyes.
Radiesse or hyaluronic acid filler: which is better?
They suit different jobs. Radiesse is firmer and stimulates collagen, so it suits the jawline, chin, cheeks and hands. Hyaluronic acid fillers are softer and reversible, so they suit the lips, under-eyes and fine adjustments.
Radiesse or Sculptra?
Both stimulate collagen. Radiesse also gives immediate structure on the day. Sculptra gives no instant volume and builds gradually over a series of sessions. Your doctor recommends one based on whether you need contour now or gradual, global volume.
Where can Radiesse be used?
Most often the jawline, chin, cheeks, nasolabial folds and the backs of the hands. It is not used in the lips or under the eyes.
Does Radiesse hurt?
Numbing cream is applied first, and the product can be used with lidocaine. Most people describe pressure and brief stinging. A cannula may be used to reduce bruising.
Is there downtime after Radiesse?
Swelling, tenderness and possible bruising usually last 1 to 3 days. Most people return to normal activities the same day.
What are the risks of Radiesse?
Common effects are swelling, bruising, redness and tenderness. Less common are lumps or nodules. Rarely, any filler can block a blood vessel, which is a medical emergency; physician-led injection, vein mapping and cannulas are used to reduce this risk.
Will Radiesse show on X-rays or scans?
Yes. The calcium-based particles can be visible on X-ray and CT. It is harmless, but tell your doctor or dentist that you have had Radiesse.
When should I have Radiesse before an event or flight?
Have filler at least 3 to 5 days before photos or flights so swelling settles, and ideally 2 to 3 weeks before an important event.
Will filler make my face look bigger or stiff?
Not when it is planned well. The aim is balance and proportion, adding structure only where it is needed, so natural expression is preserved.
Do the doctors at YAAN Clinic speak English?
Yes. Consultations, treatment plans, prices and aftercare are provided in English at YAAN Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul. You can send questions in advance through the consultation form.
Related treatments

Often considered with Radiesse

Overview

Dermal Fillers

All filler options.

 Collagen

Sculptra

Gradual collagen stimulator.

 Chin

Chin Fillers

Profile balance.

 Cheeks

Cheek Fillers

Midface volume.

 Lips

Lip Fillers

Volbella ₩490,000 / cc.

 Eyes

Under-Eye Filler

₩590,000 / cc.

 Nose

Nose Fillers

Package ₩790,000.

 Temples

Temple Fillers

Hollow temples.

 Folds

Nasolabial Fillers

Smile folds.

 Brand

Juvéderm

Voluma, Volux, Volbella.

 Brand

Restylane

₩390,000 / cc.

 Correction

Filler Dissolving

Reverse HA filler.

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YAAN Clinic · Gangnam, Seoul

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This page is general information, not medical advice. Results vary between individuals, and side effects are possible. Suitability is decided by a physician at consultation.