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How Many Treatments of Sculptra Are Needed?

I was told by the doctor who injected me that this product would work with my natural collagen, and when injected, after 3 to 6 weeks it would cause the reaction of 'new collagen' to form! I was also advised that one treatment (2 viles) would do the trick at the cost of $3000, a once in a decade gift I was giving myself, and No Results, or so slight they were only noticed by the doctor who injected. The problem I was told, was that he under-estimated the number of treatments needed. My question finally, is there a way, by looking at a patient, a doctor can accurately tell a potential patient, how many treatments are needed?

Asked 40 months ago by ms-lead in LA

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Determing how many Sculptra sessions and vials are needed

The variables on deciding how much Sculptra a patient needs include a number of factors. It is not always possible to give an exact estimate, but rarely does one treatment session provide the level of results most patients need (or want) The variables include Patient age - the younger you are, the more collagen making ability your skin still has, so younger patients generally get more results and get them faster than those in their 50's or beyond. Injection location - knowing where... more

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Rebecca Fitzgerald, MD

Los Angeles Dermatologist

Product selection is critical to success.

In general, Sculptra is best for patients with very thin faces who have little facial fat. It is a very good product to soften the gaunt, tired expression of this type of patient. The results are very gradual and can take up to 6 months to be appreciated. Once achieved, the results last for years. I was on the original advisory board back in 2003 for this product, and have been a trainer for Dermik for years. I can attest to the fact that very few people EVER need only 2 vials. 4-6 is... more

Mary Lupo, MD

New Orleans Dermatologist

Estimating the number of Sculptra treatments

I have been using Sculptra since it was first introduced to this country in 2004 and have publsihed several articles on the subject. In my experience, 1 treatment is never adequate. Most people with mild to moderate facial wasting require 1-2 vials per treatment, and a total of 3 sessions. More severe wasting requires 2 vials per treatment, and a total of 4-6 sessions. This is just a guide because everyone will respond differently. I find that the greatest improvement is seen after the... more