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Best Ways to Get Rid of Lumps Under Eyes from Sculptra?

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

Asked 29 months ago by marggiebush in Denver, CO
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Most reliable way is simple excision

The problem with Sculptra becoming visible in the lids and lips has been so well recognized now that Sculptra Esthetic now comes with a warning that it not be used in the lids or lips. If you have a papule (an area less than 1/2 cm. in size) or a nodule (an area larger than 1 cm in size) that is visible, the most reliable way to improve the area is a tiny incision placed in a wrinkle over the area. This allows the surgeon to usually pop it out through a tiny area that heals very quickly. I... more
Nathan Mayl, MD
Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgeon
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There is no reliable way

Lumps from Sculptra can be from over-injection, insufficient post injection massage, inadequate product dilution, and too superficial of injection. Unfortunately, unlike HA fillers, Sculptra cannot be dissolved. They often resolve over time, but can take years. See an expert in Sculptra in your area. I have had some success with diluting with corticosteroid and saline, breaking up the nodule with a large bore needle, excising, and some anti-inflammatory meds. Good luck
Mary Lupo, MD
New Orleans Dermatologist
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