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Long term side effects of Sculptra 3 answers

I like the volume I've gained with three sessions of Sculptra but now I'm really scared about the long-term side effects. How long has Sculptra been...


Sculptra for under eye circles

I have been recomended sculptra to fill large circles under my eyes, does anyone have any experiance with the product for this purpose, good/bad...

Did you like Sculptra for wrinkles or sunken cheeks?

Is sculptra the best choice for deep wrinkles and sunken cheeks or is it overkill?  sculptra is soooo expensive and appears to require lots of...

How to avoid Sculptra bumps? 6 answers

I had Sculptra injected under my eyes yesterday.  Is there anything I can do to ensure no bumps will form?  If they do, is therea way to get...

What can I do about Sculptra lumps? 1 answer

Some 5 years ago I had NewFill (Sculptra) for smile lines and hyaluronic for my lip line. Some 2 months after, I started to get hard painful lumps,...

Are Sculptra injections permanent? 6 answers

Unlike other dermal fillers like juvaderm, i beleive its true that some injections dont ever go away. the one i know about is called "Sculpta"

What are good Sculptra alternatives? 5 answers

I like the idea of filling of my marionete lines and cheeks. but don't know about sculpta injections are best.  can u recomend alternatives

Large lump with ingrown hair post-Sculptra and face peel 1 answer

I had an xo Peel performed in the south of France to remove acne scars. The doctor also gave me Sculptra (NewFill) in each cheek. Four years, later...

How can I prevent the delayed side effects of Sculptra? 1 answer

Is there a way to remove a delayed side effect of Sculptra that I may be experiencing? It is like a grain of sand or medium size drive-way rocks under...

Sculptra vs Radiesse: what is the difference? 3 answers

Please compare Radiesse and Sculptra

What is Sculptra used to treat? 5 answers

I thought Sculptra was for people with HIV. My doctor said it could help me look younger, that I have fat wasting in my face. I don't have HIV, I...

Sculptra lips 5 answers

I want perma improvment in my lips.  can i do lip enhancement with sculpta?

Is sculptura good for sagging skin around the mouth and jaw line? 6 answers

I had a facelift 7 years ago, but the lower part of my face has fallen and crumpled. Would I be better off with a mid-lift?

How many treatments of Sculptra are needed? 2 answers

I was told by the doctor who injected me that this product would work with my natural collagen, and when injected, after 3 to 6 weeks it would cause...

Distorted facial shape after jawline Sculptra injections 5 answers

I had my first (and last) experience with Sculptra 48 hours ago. Despite my very specific, repeated, clear, request for the plastic surgeon to please...

Is Sculptra recommended for hollow eyes? 3 answers

I am interested in sculpra to fill in the hollowness of the eyes do you recommend this? Are there creams that can work for hollowness and tightness of...

How long do Sculptra results last? 3 answers

Do Sculptra results look better or last longer compared to laser treatments? My main concern are sagging skin and jowls.

Should I wait for my face to adjust after weight loss before I go through Affirm Laser and Sculptra? 2 answers

I just lost 30 lbs, and I'd like to know, are there any advantages to waiting for the face to adjust before going through Affirm Laser and Sculptra...

Does Sculptra need to be diluted before it is injected into my face? 4 answers

I read a comment by someone who complained because Sculptra was injected under her eye undiluted.  I don't understand this.  Wouldn't it be...

Eyelid trouble after Sculptra on cheeks and temples 3 answers

I had Sculptra done on my cheeks and temples almost three weeks ago. While the doctor was doing the procedure, she hit a nerve under my eye and I...

How can I get rid of Sculptra? 2 answers

I had two sessions of Sculptra in my lower face over a year ago, and I hate it so much. Is there anything I can do to get rid of it faster?

Dangerous to remove granuloma from Newfill and Restylane? 8 answers

Hi i have a question my aunt has a medium sized granuloma on her lips caused by newfill,and another 2 medium sized ones on both cheeks caused by...

How long does Sculptra last? 4 answers

My plastic surgeon says that sculptra lasts 5 to 7 years. Everything I've read says 18 months to 2 years. Why is there a discrepancy?

Who is qualified to inject Sculptra? 3 answers

Who is qualified to do Sculptra injections?  Are doctors required to meet any sort of standards, requirements or complete any training before...

Will these Sculptra lumps be permanent? 3 answers

I had 2 vials of Sculptura injected 5 weeks ago. I have developed a lump between the corner of my mouth and jawline (giving me a 'jowl' on that side)...

What happens when you have Sculptra many months apart? 3 answers

I had Sculptra 11 months ago and then again 3 months ago. Will the first set of implants dissapate earlier than the second?

When should I start seeing results from Sculptra? 2 answers

I had 3 sessions of Sculptra done over the space of 3 months, with 2 vials used each time. I don't really see a significant difference, and no one...

How long does Sculptra last in the hands? 5 answers

How long does Sculptra last when injected into the hands? Also, does some build over time or become permanent? I want to do something to improve the...

Why are Sculptra results seemingly so different in each person? 6 answers

I have read many of the comments posted on this site and other sites and it seems Sculptra is dramatically different for each person. How can that...

Sculptra - who is qualified to give me injections? 3 answers

The doctor I usually go to for Sculptra suddenly stopped offering it because the company that makes Scupltra says he isn't qualified. What...

Sculptra for under eye bags and wrinkles? 3 answers

My doctor said I would benefit from using Sculptra for the little criss cross wrinkles and bagging under my eyes. I haven't read much on Sculptra...


Will Prednisone help with swelling and pain from Sculptra? 1 answer

I have been experiencing a lot of pain and swelling on one side of my face for three weeks after Sculptra. Would a course of Prednisone help?

Hard bumps after Sculptra on forehead 2 answers

I had the injection done on my temples and forehead about 11 days ago. After the swelling and bruising went away, I was left with two very hard and...

Are there currently any trial studies on PLA (Poly-L-Lactic Acid) removal? 1 answer

I am interested in studies, if any exist, pertaining to dissolving PLA lumps, nodules, and fbo's without surgery. Surgery to rid yourself of these...

Fractional CO2 Laser after Restylane and Sculptra? 2 answers

Can you have Fractionated CO2 Laser after Restylane and Sculptra injections?

Sculptra for a young person with facial fat loss? 2 answers

I am a young person who suffers from facial fat loss due to trauma. Is it okay to get injected with Sculptra now or should I wait until I'm older? In...

Why was Sculptra injected directly into bone? 1 answer

I had Sculptra injected under my eyes 6 weeks ago to plump up my sinking tear troughs. A bean size lump has developed ON the bone of my eye socket,...

Sculptra lumps: need help 1 answer

The use of Sculptra was suggested to me at a reputable clinic where I went to ask about correction of my drawn looking face. I have very thin cheeks...

What makeup techniques can I use to cover up Sculptra lumps? 1 answer

My body had a reaction to the Sculptra. Under my left eye are now three large visible bumps and the thin skin in between the lumps now has large...

Has anyone sued Sculptra or the doctor who injected it?

Sculptra frequently causes permanent, hideous lumps (much worse than granulomas) and Dermik, the company that makes it, is well aware of it. Why then,...

Statistics on developing Sculptra side effects? 1 answer

After reading so many people complain of lumps after Sculptra injections, I'm now frankly terrified of Sculptra. Are there any statistics or research...

Fraxel Laser and Sculptra at the same time? 4 answers

I read a response that it's ok to use Fraxel after Sculptra. What is Sculptra encapsulated in? If Fraxel removes tattoo ink by causing your body to...

Sculptra for hollowed cheeks and under eye hollows? 4 answers

Sculptra was suggested to me by a surgeon at a recent consultation.  Is this safe to use for loss of volume on the cheeks and hollowed out look...

Does Sculptra have special programs for HIV+ patients? 2 answers

I am a 45 year old male who who diagnosed as HIV+ in 1993. The toll on my face because of the medications has left me with sunken cheeks and temples....

Sculptra for sagging skin around jaw? 3 answers

Someone asked if Sculptra would be good for sagging skin around the jaw. How could injections do this? Wouldn't that be a face lift?

Titan laser after Sculptra? 1 answer

About three months ago I've had Sculptra injected into my cheeks as a filler. Now I'm considering Titan laser treatment. Will this laser interfere...


What are other treatments for sunken cheeks aside from Sculptra? 3 answers

What is the best tx for adding volume to sunken cheeks for a female with a smaller face (delicate features, slender frame)? I have had one session...

Advantages of Sculptra over Fat injection? 5 answers

What are the advantages/disadvantages of using Sculptra versus fat for facial filler?

When is it safe to receive Juvaderm injections after Sculptra? 2 answers

Im interested in getting Juvaderm injections to restore sunken cheeks to obtain fullness/volume. I had one session of Sculptra 6.5 weeks ago. I have...

Endermologie or facial massage for Sculptra lumps? 1 answer

I had Sculptra injections on my nasolabial folds, acne scars on cheek, and near the mouth. Near my mouth (below nasolabial folds), I now have a bump....

Blurry vision while wearing contacts after Sculptra 1 answer

Will it go away? I had Sculptra injected under my eyes approximately 3 weeks ago. I swelled up very bad for almost a week (even the inner part of my...

Cracked lips and lumps after Sculptra lip injections 2 answers

I had Sculptra put into my lips 30 months ago. I thought the doctor was putting in a normal lip voluminizer and she told me that the results would...

Solutions to deep eye undereye creases and puffiness from Sculptra?

Are there any solutions for restoring deeply creased, loose-skinned, and puffy under eye area after Sculptra? The nodules have decreased a bit over...

Is Sculptra ok to use in someone who has a tendency to hypertrophic scars? 2 answers

And also had roaccutane due to cystic acne (now clear). I have had Juvederm twice with no problems.

Are Sculptra bumps permanent?

I have bumps under both eyes, with a lot of granulomas. Are these permanent, or is there any treatment that might help dissolve/minimize...

Fat Transfer vs Sculptra for cheeks? 3 answers

Does Fat Transfer work better for small loss of volume in cheeks for a 44 year old or Sculptra injections?

Scultpra for thin face with high cheekbones? 5 answers

I have started getting a little bit of jowls. I have a thin face with high cheekbones. Can you tell me if Sculptra is the right choice for me?

New deep smile lines on lower face after Scupltra 1 answer

A month ago, I had Sculptra performed as my face has become very thin with age. I only had one vial mainly into the cheeks. My cheeks look a lot...

Radiesse vs. Sculptra for droopy mouth and chin? 3 answers

Hi. I am 40 years old and started getting a droopy mouth and loss of volume in my chin area below the outer part of lips. Is it best to get Radiesse...

When is it appropriate to use Scupltra vs. other fillers? 1 answer

Would be very useful to get some direction as to when its appropriate to use Sculptra versus other "fillers",  and in which areas of...

Sculptra migration? 1 answer

I had some Sculptra injections recently, and because I have been working hard (had my head down writing) for about 8 -10 hours a day, I appear to have...

What can I expect with Sculptra years later? 1 answer

I had a second set of sculptra injections almost four months ago and have had quite a lot of volume increase. Personally, I do not want more. Will it...

Hyperpigmented marks from Sculptra injections 1 answer

How do I get rid of hyperpigmentation caused by needle marks left by Sculptra injections around the eyes? I loved the Sculptra results except for...

Pitted skin after Sculptra? 2 answers

Five years after having some Sculptra injections in cheek wrinkles my skin looks somewhat pitted. The surgeon who used the Sculptra say is looks more...

Spacing Sculptra treatments? 5 answers

I had Sculptra 5 weeks ago (2 vials), and can see positive changes in my face. Should I wait a little longer before my next treatment? How do I know...

Sculptra or fat transfer for deep lines on face? 9 answers

What is best for deep lines in the face? I am thinking Sculptra, but are fat injections better?

Sculptra for loose neck skin? 3 answers

I have jowls and the skin under my neck is very loose. The doctor wants to use Sculptra on me, including lifting the jowls and the loose skin under...

Will asymmetric results from Sculptura even out on its own? 1 answer

Hi. I had Sculptra in October, November and December. I feel like the right hand side is much more noticeably fuller than the left hand side. I have...

When to have sterile water injections to remove Sculptra? 2 answers

Is there a timeline or window to have sterile water injections to attempt to remove Sculptra? Will it work? I had Sculptra 3 days ago and hate the...

Should patients be informed if a doctor is inexperienced in a certain procedure? 2 answers

For example - If you injected Sculptra for the first time into a patient's face, would you inform them they were the very first, in writing?

Feedback on Sculptra lumps or granules 1 answer

I would appreciate some feedback about the reports of "granules" forming in patients treated with Sculptra. On this site, there have been...

Should I continue with Sculptra considering the appearance of a lump in my left cheek (somewhat visible)? 1 answer

I am HIV+ for 12 years now and my face started looking horrible about 2-3 years ago (I'm on HIV meds). I went for my first Sculptra injections in...

Help with Sculptra bumps and skin wrinkling 1 answer

I had Sculptra injected 5 months ago. I have bumps with wrinkling and scarring on the surface of my skin. It gets worse every day, and even manifests...

Will Sculptra do anything for loose neck bands and loose skin? 3 answers

Will Sculptra help loose neck bands and loose skin, or is there something I can do to temporarily help the appearance while I wait to get a Neck Lift...

How can I correct uneven results from Sculptra? 1 answer

I had Sculptra injections in October. An experienced physician did one side of my face and then taught others on the other side of my face. On that...


Nashville or Atlanta Sculptra Doctor Recommendations

I am trying to find a doctor who specializes in Sculptra around my area. Have read of so many disappointing results with such an expense. How do you...


Lump and itchy spots from Sculptra 1 answer

I had Sculptra 2 months ago. Everything seemed fine until 2 weeks ago. I noticed a small, protruding oval shape on my left cheek. Now, itchy spots are...

Sculptra for sunken cheeks? 6 answers

I am 70 years old and I've had two facelifts previously. My cheeks are sunken, as my skin is very thin. I am very healthy, but my cheeks look damaged....

Nasal dripping after Sculptra in cheeks 2 answers

I had Sculptra last week, with only 2 ccs in each cheek. That night I had the worst post-op nasal drip of my life. Also I felt like my sinuses were...

Was I given saline instead of Sculptra? 2 answers

Is it possible that saline instead of Sculptra was injected on me during my second session and I was scammed? I feel I may have been cheated but don't...

How to find the best Sculptra injector in Ottawa? 2 answers

I tried Sculptra and was very, very pleased, however, I do not like the bumps it has left on my chin. I have been told by the dermatologist who did...

Pain relief for chronic nerve pain caused by Sculptra? 1 answer

I have been trying to deal with chronic nerve pain from Sculptra injections. This surgeon, I could feel was wrestling to get the needle out by my...

Active FX and Sculptra compatible? 1 answer

I'm considering having both Active FX and Sculptra to fix the deep lines around my eyes. Are they compatible? Which procedure should be done first?

Sculptra nodules got bigger after massage 3 answers

I would like to know what to do about the nodules that appeared 2 weeks after my second Sculptra treatment. I was told to do vigorous massage, and it...

Should I worry about sculptra side effects now? 1 answer

I had a couple treatments of Sculptra about a year ago. The results have been good. Should I worry about any side effects now? Likewise, is it...

Will not pre-mixing Sculptra cause problems? 1 answer

I would like to know if not pre-mixing the Sculptra powder 2 hours prior can cause problems down the road for me?I also expected it to be painful as I...

Best ways to get rid of lumps under eyes from Sculptra? 2 answers

I have several noticeable lumps under my eyes left from Sculptra. What are the best ways to get rid of these?

Bad side effects from Sculptra? 1 answer

My mom is starting new treatment with the Sculptra; she is 54 years old. She will go back for another sitting, the doctor says about 1 or 3 sitting. I...

How long does Sculptra remain in the body? 1 answer

How long will it take for Sculptra to break down in the body? How long can one expect lumps to continue to arrive after one injection appointment? Do...

Will Sculptra make a difference for depressed acne scars? 2 answers

My dermatologist recommended Sculptra for my depressed acne scars. I've already had Total FX in December, and had improvements in texture, but the...

Getting Sculptra in between Fraxel treatments? 1 answer

I am thinking of Sculptra as an adjuct treatment with Fraxel Re:store. However, which treatment should come first and how far apart in time between...

Are there permanent fillers in development that works like Sculptra? 3 answers

Are there any permanent volume injectable fillers on the horizon? I use Sculptra and love it but wish it was permanent. I am hoping a Sculptra like...

Fat transfer or Sculptra to hide under eye veins? 4 answers

Something strange and unexpected happened after my under eye CO2 Resurfacing at age 37: Several large purple veins are now apparent under the eyes...

Juvederm or Sculptra injections while on Roaccutane? 1 answer

Is it safe to have Sculptra or Juvederm while on a low dose of Roaccatane (10 mg a day)? If not, how long do you have to wait before having filler...

Facial volume loss, granules, and line after Sculptra 1 answer

Lately, I am noticing volume loss in my face, especially in the eye area. They look deeper than before after Sculptra injections in my face and...

Nigeria Sculptra Doctor Recommendations 1 answer

There are millions of people living with HIV in Nigeria and many of us suffer from facial and body wastage from the drugs we've been taking. I need...

Is Sculptra safe for under eye bags? 3 answers

I had a Facelift with great results and my upper eyes done-also great. But they used Restylane under my eyes which I had remove about a year ago. Now...

EU screening regulations for Sculptra? 1 answer

I would like to know more about the screening regulations which cosmetic treatments, particularly Sculptra, have to go through. There is alot of...

How many Sculptra treatments are usually needed? 2 answers

How many injections are typically needed for Sculptra, and how often are they done?

Achieve a good brow lift from Sculptra over Botox? 1 answer

Can I get Sculptra to improve results of my Botox brow lift? I have had some Sculptra in my cheeks.

Sculptra for minor cheek hollowing without wrinkles? 1 answer

I'm considering Sculptra on the face. It's not too bad, no wrinkles, but my cheeks are a bit hollow. Please advise.

Has anyone ever had or used Sculptress injections?

It's supposed to last a year or more. A friend of mine has those injections, but I cannot find any info on it.

Is Sculptra recommended as filler for all areas of the face? 2 answers

I'm considering Sculptra. A recently FDA approved dermal filler. Have you heard of this and do you recommend it? I have used Juvederm in the past for...


Does Dermik offer Sculptra programs? 2 answers

I had four Sculptra treatments and they worked very well. It has been a little over three years since my last treatment and my cheeks have sunk back...

Safer option for sunken under eyes other than Sculptra? 4 answers

I'm concerned about Sculptra bumps/lumps under my eyes. I'm scheduled to have Sculptra done on the 3rd. I'm concerned about the horror stories,...

Sculptra as a soft or hard filler? 4 answers

How is Sculptra in terms of being a hard or soft filler? Is the texture similar to Juvederm? I'm wondering because I've heard that of all...

Can Sculptra be injected above the top lip? 5 answers

Can I have Sculptra injected above my top lip? If not, why?  I want to make the fine lines go away.