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Is 66 Years Too Old for Sculptra?

asked 2 years ago by luigi in Beverly Hills, Ca.
Latest answer by Chris Thiagarajah, MD
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Tags: age 65-74, purple

I am purple after treatment with Sculptra. The doctor used two vials at once - is this unusual?

4 answers to Is 66 Years Too Old for Sculptra?

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Sculptra two vials

Two vials at the intial treatment is completely appropriate. You have some bruising which will go away over the next several weeks. 
Chris Thiagarajah, MD

Washington DC Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Two vials 1st visit are necessary on older patients

In my practice, the average 60+ year old needs 6-8 vials over 12 months. Of course, everyone is different. I do think 2 vials to start was CORRECT. The effect (which takes several months to be appreciated) lasts 2 years or more.
Mary Lupo, MD

New Orleans Dermatologist
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Anatomy rather than age determines if you are a good Sculptra candidate

Sculptra Aesthetic is now approved in the USA for cosmetic use in adult patients of all ages. However it is best suited for patients who have volumn loss with good skin elasticity. If a face really needs a face-lift, it usually is not the right way to go. However in patients who have had a prior lift, it will often do more for them than another lift because it can be used to correct the loss of fat in the central portion of the face.
Nathan Mayl, MD

Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgeon
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Sculptra can be used on patients who are 66+

Bruising for up to two weeks can occur after volume augmentation. Sculptra can be used on patients 66 and older provided their medical condition does not pose a concern.
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist

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