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How Long Do Sculptra Results Last?
Do Sculptra results look better or last longer compared to laser treatments? My main concern are sagging skin and jowls.
Asked 38 months ago by
anartife in san josé, costa rica
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Sculptra is an injectable filler, the results of which normally last about 2-3 years
Sculptra is not a treatment that would normally be used in a similar fashion as laser treatments. These two treatments have different goals. Sculptra is an injectable filler which is placed into the deeper areas of the skin or soft tissues to help create volume or skin thickening. Sometimes, this can help smooth out some of the surface lines, but the main effect is for a restoration of volume. One thing to know in advance is that Sculptra does require multiple treatment sessions to...
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Combinations work well
These two treatments are not mutually exclusive and sometimes compliment each other very well. Sculptra, or PLLA, is an injectable agent that targets the loss of volume that occurs with aging. This includes thinning of the skin and loss of fat under the skin. By thickening the skin there is also some effect on skin laxity. Rejuvenating lasers generally target skin for tightening, as well as, thickening. It sounds as if you are experiencing the typical signs of aging, with both volume...
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