Sculptra

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Sculptra is a cosmetic injection containing poly-L-lactic acid, a long-lasting dermal filler approved by the FDA for cosmetic use facial rejuvenation. Typically used to add volume to the face.

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Average Price: $1,775

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spent $850 in Dr. Suman Khulbe Updated 1 day ago

After years of competitive bodybuilding I noticed my face has become gaunt looking, even after putting in body fat everywhere else. My body metabolised other fillers within weeks, so my doctor suggested Sculptra. We used one vial and focused mostly on the temples and cheeks, with a... Read more

23 comments | 5 Thank Yous

spent $10,000 in Cape Cod, MA Updated 18 days ago

Must list price by vial. I have had 2 sessions. 2 vials per session. so $500 per vial. Supposed to go one more time may be 1 or 2 more vials. I have never had a treatment like this before. No botox etc. Found it to be quite painful but you can get through it. I bruised alot. More the first time.... Read more

spent $1,500 in Fairfield, CA Updated 1 month ago

I'm 47 and have always been thin. Within the last 3 years have noticed that my face seems to be melting away! Everything is starting to slide south. I notice some wrinkles on my cheeks which got progressively worse. After a consultation with a plastic surgeon for a mini facelift, he recommended... Read more

17 comments | 2 Thank Yous

spent $675 in columbus, ohio Updated 2 months ago

I had sculptra injected 6 weeks ago and in my 5 week i noticed my face filling out nicely,But now in my 6 week my face has lost all the collagen that sculptra created and my cheeks are back like they were in my 1 week. I dont understand i thought once your bodie started creating collagen you... Read more

44 comments | 3 Thank Yous

spent $2,000 in Solana Beach, CA Updated 3 months ago

I was numbed up by cream and then waited on hour. I hate pain and usually use a dental block for restalyne in that area.-but only need numbing cream for this. Pain was tolerable a 4 , much less so than I thought it would be. HOwever, the aftermath is what hurt most, Massaging my sore swollen... Read more

48 comments | 6 Thank Yous

spent $5,200 in Westerville, OH Updated 3 months ago

After my last 6 vile sculptra treatment in october of 2011 i felt now year n half later that i was loosing the great amount of volume i had n 2012. Just yesterday march 1 2013 i had 1 vile for a touch up which i hope will bring back all the volume i had after my sixth treatment. I will post the... Read more

16 comments | 4 Thank Yous

spent $2,500 in Columbus, OH Updated 4 months ago

Received three treatments with no issues at all. I lost weight and as a result fullness in my cheeks. Additionally I use Vivite products by allergan and a peel every couple months.  I chose to get sculpura as I lost fullness in my cheeks due to weight loss. I received a series... Read more

3 comments | 1 Thank You

spent $1,500 in Bedminster, NJ Updated 9 months ago

I recently turned 50 and it was the best birthday I ever had! At a dinner party my husband threw to celebrate, comments abounded with surprised whispers of "I can't believe she's 50!" I was glowing! My face plump and youthful. This was only after 2 Sculptra treatments! The first treatment left... Read more

5 comments | 2 Thank Yous

spent $800 in Birmingham, AL Updated 9 months ago

I have tried fillers and botox/dysport and good results with both. I am 57 and not ready for a face lift, so I tried Sculptra. I have had only one treatment, but I definitely think that I look better. I did freak out after having the treatment, after reading others experiences, but my experience... Read more

3 comments | 1 Thank You

from Alabama, AL Created 10 months ago

I got Sculptra Nov 2011, I had immediate lumps, that I was told would go down, then I got a parotid gland infection one month later. No lumps went down, but swelling did. I now have many lumps coming up and they are tender and you can see them in certain light, but most people dont see them. THe... Read more

25 comments | 5 Thank Yous

spent $4,000 in Las Vegas, NV Created 11 months ago

I looked in the mirror one day and realized that I was showing my age! My cheeks were sinking; my face looked thin and long. Our daughter was getting married and I wanted to improve my appearance. I was seeking a nonsurgical solution to firm and tighten my skin along with an increase in volume... Read more

10 comments | 2 Thank Yous

spent $2,200 in Norwalk, Connecticut Updated 11 months ago

I just finished my second Sculptra session. About eight weeks after my first treatment I did notice a difference. I had it injected primarily in my temple region...but also cheeks and jawline. My face feels firmer...not like it's hanging off my face. Al tho I have had botox and Juvederm as... Read more

9 comments | 1 Thank You

spent $3,800 in Kentucky Updated 1 year ago

Pros: -My very dark purple/black Dark Circles and hollows are gone! I am so happy! :)Cons:- Injections were very painful - Swelling/bruising was so bad I missed a week of work for each session attended (3 sessions total over 4 months) - Makeup does not cover the bruising/swelling - Expensive - I... Read more

5 comments | 5 Thank Yous

spent $25,000 in Atlanta, GA Updated 1 year ago

For a quick touch up under my eyes for Bags supposedly a better otion than surgery, It has been over 2 years and my Eyes look like crap. I had to have surgery to remove the sculptra because it hardened and turned into lumpy nodules. My eyes uses to be my best feature and now my worst. I am a... Read more

179 comments | 85 Thank Yous

spent $1,000 in Larchmont Village, CA Created 1 year ago

Cons - none really, except some swelling that takes a good 5 or so days to go down. No one noticed until I pointed it out, but I was aware of it and wouldn't do it less than a week before I had to do anything special. Pros - it's so subtle no one notices except you. It also last much... Read more

6 comments | 4 Thank Yous

spent $800 in Bakersfield, California Updated 1 year ago

I wish I would have seen this website prior to getting my Sculptra injections. I had injections done under both eyes. First in November 2007 and again in January 2008. After the first injection, I developed a pea sized lump under my left eye. My dermatologist told me it would go away. I had the... Read more

28 comments | 47 Thank Yous

spent $270 in Rome, GA Updated 2 years ago

As to pain, it for sure hurt. I've had botox, Ultra Light Therapy, Microdermabrasion, and 3 root canals with crowns, and this hurt the most! But next time, I'll insist on a Lortab before the treatment, if my doctor will do it. I will see. If not, I'll still endure it. I've... Read more

spent $4,000 in Los Angeles, CA Updated 2 years ago

{edited} {by Britt user asked to fix misspellings} Like most women who are at the crux of baby boomer land where you start to disappear (meaning no one notices you much anymore), I wasn’t ready to give up and get in the rocker. My appearance was always something I sort of relied... Read more

13 comments | 2 Thank Yous

spent $1,500 in La Jolla, CA Updated 2 years ago

No one ever informs you of the true cost or pain involved. Many shots in my temple, chin & nose areas. Thought I was having a root canal and the shots became so painful I tried to get out of my chair but they would not let me. I said to stop: "it is too painful", but the doctor just said, "I... Read more

13 comments | 5 Thank Yous

spent $3,000 in Beverly Hills, CA Created 2 years ago

I am 43 and I looked tired, sculptra gave me volume in the right place,now I look ealthy and more rested , it looks very naturale and is perfectly done! Read more

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