Biostimulators: Radiesse® & HArmonyCa™

What Are Biostimulators? 

Unlike traditional dermal fillers that primarily replace lost volume, biostimulators work by encouraging your body to gradually produce new collagen and elastin. As we age, collagen and elastin levels decline, contributing to skin laxity, hollowing, wrinkles, and loss of facial support. 

Biostimulators help address these changes by triggering collagen renewal beneath the skin’s surface. Depending on the product used, treatment can provide immediate improvement while also encouraging longer-term skin rejuvenation over the following months. 

At Heights Laser Centre, we offer two advanced biostimulator options: 

• HArmonyCa
• Radiesse

At the Forefront of Biostimulator Treatments in Canada

Dr. Perhez Jaffer and Dr. Femida Kherani are pioneers in using HArmonyCA, being among the first injectors in the Burnaby and Vancouver area to offer the product. They trained personally with Dr. André Braz, renowned as one of the world’s leading authorities on HArmonyCa. With more than 20 years of experience performing cosmetic injections, Dr. Jaffer and Dr. Kherani’s expertise enables patients to benefit from some of the latest innovations in aesthetic medicine. 

What Is HArmonyCa? 

HArmonyCa is an innovative hybrid injectable that combines hyaluronic acid (HA) with calcium hydroxyapatite (CaHA) technology in a single treatment and is one of the next-generation collagen-stimulating injectables available in Canada. Unlike traditional dermal fillers that rely solely on volume replacement, HArmonyCa represents a new category of “hybrid” injectables that has redefined how we approach facial aging and marks a significant shift toward regenerative treatments.

This dual-action approach allows HArmonyCa to provide: 

• Immediate lift and contouring from hyaluronic acid 
• Long-term collagen stimulation from calcium hydroxyapatite 
• Improved skin quality and elasticity 
• Natural-looking facial rejuvenation 

Because it combines both lifting and collagen stimulation, HArmonyCa can be an excellent option for patients seeking a refreshed appearance without looking “overfilled.” 

What Is Radiesse? 

Radiesse is a cosmetic injectable treatment that provides immediate structural support while stimulating your body’s natural collagen production over time. Its active ingredient, calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA), is a mineral form of calcium phosphate that is naturally found in your body.

In addition to restoring volume, Radiesse helps improve the skin’s texture, firmness, and elasticity as new collagen develops in the treated areas. Many patients appreciate that Radiesse results look especially natural because the treatment supports the skin’s own regenerative processes rather than simply adding volume alone. 

Why Choose Heights Laser Centre for Biostimulators? 

At Heights Laser Centre, injectable treatments are performed by experienced physicians with advanced training in facial anatomy, safety, and natural-looking aesthetic outcomes. With more than 20 years of experience as expert injectors, Dr. Jaffer and Dr. Kherani remain at the forefront of advanced injectable techniques. 

Our approach prioritizes: 

• Natural-looking enhancement 
• Facial harmony and balance 
• Patient safety 
• Conservative, customized treatment plans 
• Evidence-based aesthetic medicine 

Whether you’re seeking preventative rejuvenation or more comprehensive facial restoration, our team provides expert care tailored to your goals. 

What Concerns Can Biostimulators Treat?

Rather than simply filling individual lines, biostimulators strengthen the skin’s underlying support structure by stimulating your body’s natural collagen production. This makes them an excellent option for patients experiencing early to moderate facial aging who want gradual, natural-looking improvement in skin quality, firmness, and facial definition.

Depending on the product selected, biostimulators can address concerns such as:

• Loss of facial volume and structural support
• Mild skin laxity and early sagging
• Softening of the jawline and early jowls
• Hollow or flattened cheeks
• Nasolabial folds and marionette lines
• Crepey or thinning skin
• Loss of skin firmness and elasticity
• Aging hands and décolletage

What Does HArmonyCa Treat?

HArmonyCa restores both support and skin quality by combining immediate volumization with long-term collagen stimulation. It is particularly effective for treating the lateral mid-face and lower face, where age-related structural changes first become noticeable.

Common treatment areas include:

• Cheeks: Restores subtle volume while improving firmness and lift.
• Jawline: Enhances definition and minimizes the appearance of mild jowling.
• Lateral face and in front of the ears: Improves skin laxity and creates smoother facial contours.
• Skin texture: Encourages collagen remodeling to improve firmness, resilience, and overall skin quality.

HArmonyCa™ is often an excellent choice for patients who are noticing facial sagging or a loss of youthful “bounce” but are not yet ready for surgical rejuvenation.

What Does RADIESSE Treat?

RADIESSE provides excellent structural support in areas where you want more definition. Because it does not contain hyaluronic acid, its primary benefit is restoring support and stimulating collagen rather than providing immediate volume.

RADIESSE is commonly used to improve:

• Jawline: Creates sharper, more defined facial contours.
• Cheeks: Restores structural support in carefully selected patients.
• Hands: Replenishes age-related volume loss while improving skin quality.
• Décolletage: Helps improve the appearance of thinning, crepey skin.

RADIESSE is particularly well suited for patients seeking long-lasting structural enhancement and collagen stimulation in areas where firmness and definition are the primary goals. During your consultation, your provider will recommend the most appropriate biostimulator based on your anatomy, skin quality, and aesthetic goals.

Benefits of Biostimulators 

Patients in Burnaby and throughout Metro Vancouver choose HArmonyCa and Radiesse because they offer several unique advantages: 

• Stimulate natural collagen production 
• Improve skin firmness and elasticity 
• Provide gradual, natural-looking enhancement 
• Restore facial support and contour 
• Offer long-lasting rejuvenation 
• Minimal downtime 
• Can complement other injectable and laser treatments 

Biostimulators are also commonly combined with treatments such as BOTOX COSMETIC®, dermal fillers, laser resurfacing, and skin tightening procedures as part of a comprehensive facial rejuvenation plan. 

Are You a Good Candidate for Biostimulators? 

You may be a good candidate for HArmonyCa or Radiesse if you: 

• Notice mild to moderate facial volume loss 
• Are developing skin laxity or sagging 
• Want to improve skin quality naturally 
• Prefer gradual, subtle enhancement 
• Want longer-lasting rejuvenation 
• Are seeking alternatives to surgery or traditional fillers alone 

Ideal candidates are generally healthy and have realistic expectations regarding treatment outcomes. 

Your Biostimulator Consultation 

Your consultation at Heights Laser Centre is designed to be highly personalized. Dr. Jaffer or Dr. Kherani will assess your facial structure, skin quality, and areas of volume loss to determine whether HArmonyCa, Radiesse, or another injectable treatment is best suited for your needs. 

Using advanced facial assessment techniques, we will develop a customized treatment plan designed to restore balance, structure, and natural-looking rejuvenation. 

Your Biostimulator Treatment 

Biostimulator injections are performed comfortably in our Burnaby office using techniques designed to minimize discomfort and downtime. 

Treatments typically take less than an hour. Depending on the product and treatment areas, your physician may use a cannula or fine needle to strategically place the injectable beneath the skin. 

Most patients experience only mild swelling, redness, or tenderness following treatment and are able to resume most normal activities shortly afterward. 

Recovery & Aftercare 

Downtime after a HArmonyCa or Radiesse treatment is generally minimal. 

You may experience: 

• Mild swelling
• Temporary redness
• Tenderness
• Minor bruising

These effects typically resolve within several days. 

Patients are generally advised to: 

• Avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours.
• Avoid excessive heat exposure initially.
• Refrain from massaging treated areas unless instructed.
• Follow all personalized aftercare instructions provided by your physician.  

With proper aftercare, most patients feel comfortable returning to their routine within a day or two.

When Will I See Results? 

Many patients notice immediate improvement in facial contour and support after treatment, particularly with HArmonyCa. 

However, one of the greatest benefits of biostimulators is the gradual collagen stimulation that continues to improve the skin over time. Results often continue developing over several weeks to months as collagen production increases. Depending on the product used, treatment area, and individual metabolism, results may last a year or longer.

Biostimulator Frequently Asked Questions 

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