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.

3 answers to “How long do Sculptra results last?”

A: Sculptra is an injectable filler, the results of which normally last about 2-3 years

Brian S. Glatt, MD

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,... more

A: Combinations work well

Kenneth R. Francis, MD

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... more

A: Sculptra may last up to 2 years

Ronald Shelton, MD

After several treatments, usually done about six weeks apart, many patients have up to 2 years or more of  benefit.

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