Radiesse Body Contouring & Non-Surgical BBL in Newport Beach
Radiesse does what most fillers cannot — it builds structural collagen in addition to adding immediate volume. For body contouring, this distinction matters enormously. The lift and shape it creates is supported by the patient’s own tissue as it develops, producing results that improve over months and last significantly longer than HA filler alone.
Radiesse (calcium hydroxylapatite, or CaHA) is a collagen biostimulator and structural filler in one. Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers that simply occupy space, Radiesse microspheres trigger collagen synthesis in the surrounding tissue as they are gradually absorbed. The result is both immediate volume and progressive structural improvement over 3 to 6 months — making it particularly well-suited to body areas where significant, durable volume and lift are needed.
At Plump Medical Spa in Newport Beach, Dr. Amir Mortazavi, MD uses Radiesse across a broad range of body and facial areas — from non-surgical buttock lift and hip dip filling to hand rejuvenation, neck tightening, knee and elbow skin improvement, and loose posterior arm skin. The versatility of Radiesse as both a volumizer and biostimulator makes it the workhorse of body contouring at Plump.
Radiesse is not reversible. Unlike HA fillers, calcium hydroxylapatite cannot be dissolved with hyaluronidase. This is an important consideration for new patients — the commitment is longer-term. Dr. Mortazavi discusses this clearly at consultation and does not recommend Radiesse for patients who are uncertain about the treatment or result.
Treatment areas
Radiesse vs. Sculptra — why Radiesse for body
Immediate volume + collagen stimulation
Radiesse provides both immediate structural volume and long-term collagen stimulation. The calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres create instant lift and shape while simultaneously triggering collagen synthesis as they are absorbed. For body areas requiring significant immediate volume — buttocks, hip dips — this dual action makes it the more efficient choice per syringe.
Gradual collagen only — no immediate volume
Sculptra produces no immediate volume — results develop entirely through collagen stimulation over 3 to 6 months. It requires more sessions and more patience but produces very natural gradual improvement. For patients wanting subtle progressive results without immediate change, Sculptra may be preferred. For patients wanting both immediate and progressive results, Radiesse is typically the stronger choice for body contouring.
Pricing
Radiesse is priced per syringe at $799. Volume discount packages are available for larger body treatments where multiple syringes are required — making comprehensive body contouring significantly more accessible.
What to expect
Consultation
Dr. Mortazavi evaluates the treatment area, assesses skin quality and tissue laxity, and determines how many syringes are needed to achieve a meaningful result. For buttock enhancement and hip dips, he discusses realistic expectations for non-surgical volume — Radiesse can produce meaningful lift and improved contour, but the volume achievable without surgery has limits. Patients wanting dramatic surgical-level change are counseled accordingly.
Treatment
Topical numbing is applied before treatment. For larger body areas, local anesthesia is used for comfort. Radiesse is injected using a cannula for body areas to minimize bruising and ensure even distribution across larger volumes. Treatment time varies by area and volume — a full BBL session takes 45 to 90 minutes.
After treatment
Swelling and bruising are expected, particularly for larger body treatments. Most swelling resolves within 1 to 2 weeks. Patients are advised to avoid sitting directly on the treated area for 24 to 48 hours after buttock treatment. Final results are assessed at 4 to 6 weeks once swelling has fully resolved, with progressive collagen improvement continuing for 3 to 6 months.
Duration
Radiesse in body areas typically lasts 12 to 18 months for the immediate volumizing effect, with the collagen stimulation benefit persisting longer as the patient’s own tissue provides ongoing structural support. Patients who maintain regular treatment find the baseline quality of their body skin improves progressively with each session.
Radiesse for body contouring is one of the most underappreciated tools in non-surgical aesthetics — its dual action as both an immediate volumizer and a collagen stimulator makes it uniquely suited to body areas where significant, durable results are needed. Dr. Mortazavi uses it across a broader range of body areas than most practices, from the hands and neck to the buttocks and posterior arms. All treatments performed personally.
Frequently asked questions
What is Radiesse and how is it different from HA filler?
Radiesse is calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) — a collagen biostimulator and structural filler. Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers that simply add volume, Radiesse microspheres trigger collagen synthesis in the surrounding tissue as they are absorbed, producing both immediate volume and progressive structural improvement. It cannot be dissolved with hyaluronidase, which is an important distinction from HA fillers.
Can Radiesse replace a surgical BBL?
No — but it can produce meaningful, natural-looking lift and improved contour without surgery, downtime, or the risks of fat transfer. Patients wanting surgical-level volume change or dramatic reshaping are better served by a consultation with a plastic surgeon. Patients wanting improved shape, lift, and skin quality with a non-surgical approach can achieve excellent results with Radiesse. Dr. Mortazavi is direct about what is and is not achievable at consultation.
Is Radiesse reversible?
No. Unlike HA fillers, calcium hydroxylapatite cannot be dissolved. This is an important consideration before treatment — the commitment is longer-term. Radiesse is gradually absorbed by the body over 12 to 18 months, so results are not permanent, but there is no dissolving option if the result is unsatisfactory. Dr. Mortazavi discusses this clearly at every Radiesse consultation.
How many syringes do I need for a non-surgical BBL?
Most patients need a minimum of 8 syringes for meaningful buttock enhancement — which is why the body package of 8 syringes at $4,800 is offered. Patients wanting more significant volume or who are larger in frame may need more, discussed at consultation. One or two syringes in the buttock area will not produce a noticeable result and is not recommended for this area.
How long does Radiesse last in body areas?
The immediate volumizing effect typically lasts 12 to 18 months. The collagen stimulation benefit persists longer as the patient’s own tissue provides ongoing structural support. Patients who maintain regular treatment often find the quality of their body skin improves progressively with each session as cumulative collagen is built.
How much does Radiesse cost at Plump?
Radiesse at Plump Medical Spa in Newport Beach is $799 per syringe. A body package of 8 syringes is available for $4,800 — a volume discount rate of $600 per syringe. For larger body sessions requiring more than 8 syringes, pricing is discussed at consultation with volume pricing applied.
Related treatments
Radiesse is often compared to or combined with these treatments for body and facial contouring.
Schedule a consultation
Radiesse body contouring is available at Plump Medical Spa in Newport Beach, serving patients throughout Orange County and Southern California.
4667 MacArthur Blvd, Suite 310 — Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 568-7544 — info@plumpmedicalspa.com
Tuesday – Saturday, 10am – 6pm — By Appointment Only