How Long Does Sculptra Take to Work?

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11 answers to How Long Does Sculptra Take to Work?

Sculptra

Sculptra is a long lasting soft tissue injectable that triggers the body to produce its own collagen to fill lines and wrinkles and restore facial volume. Sculptra injections look very natural due to its natural collagen building activity, and has longevity between 2-3 years. Typical treatment consists of 3 sessions over several months, and are excellent for younger patients that feel that they are looking hollow, and older patients that would like to regain the voluptuousness of youth.... more

Daniel Shapiro, MD
Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

Sculptra for Increasing Collagen Tissue Production

Sculptra is not actually a filler, but rather a catalyst that causes the growth of your own tissue (collagen). Because of this, the amount of collagen production and longevity of results will vary from one patient to another. The results from Sculptra® can last up to two years. You may see immediate results after the first Sculptra treatment and notice some volume immediately after injection, however, rejuvenation will come as time passes and you continue to perform the Sculptra... more

Amiya Prasad, MD
New York Oculoplastic Surgeon

Sculptra - Subtle results over time

If you are looking for a quick fix or to see results overnight, Sculptra may not be right for you. Sculptra is known for subtle results over time, giving you that natural, youthful look. Sculptra works by replacing lost collagen and fills in shallow to deep facial folds and wrinkles. It is recommended that you have three injectable sessions over a few month period. These injections will give you a gradual result that can last up to 2 years. It is very important to research and... more

Ross A. Clevens, MD
Melbourne Facial Plastic Surgeon

Sculptra Injections...

Everyone is different. It is a volumizer, not a filler so you will need a series of treatments. I always recommend, depending on the patient, 3 to 4 treatments, typically 4 to 6 weeks apart for the first 3 treatments and then 3 months after the third treatment. Patients can typically start seeing result after the first treatment however optimal results, depending on volume of Sculptra place will take place after their third treatment. Good luck. Hope this helps. Dr.... more

Grant Stevens, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Onset of Sculptra results

Initially you will see immediate results due to the volume of fluid injected. That will dissipate over a couple of days, and then you will see results at about 6 weeks. It will take about 3 treatments to get the best result, and treatments can occur 6-8 weeks apart, longer is fine.

Michele A. Shermak, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

How long before sculptra works...

Sculptra is an excellent procedure becuase it gradually replaces lost collagen over a series of injections, giving your face a more youthful apperance. On average, three injection sessions are needed over three months. After the injections, the results can continue to improve over the next few months. The end result of the Sculptra injections can last for years with an occasional touch up procedure needed. To find out how many injections you may need,... more

Andrew Miller, MD
Edison Facial Plastic Surgeon

Sculptra results slow but worth the wait

Sculptra is a unique way to add volume to the facial contour, but it does require patience to see results. Initial treatment can result in some very slight improvement within six weeks. However, it is very important to plan on having at least 3 treatments, sometimes 4, each done four to six weeks apart. Several weeks after each treatment there will be further gradual enhancement. Maximum improvement is visible within 4 to 6 months, and will last up to two years.... more

Pamela B. Rosen, MD
Coral Springs Plastic Surgeon

Usually start seeing some results at 6 wks

Sculptra works by voluminzing and generating collagen from the injections. Most patients can see some result by about 6 wks after the first treatment, but I recommend at least 2-3 treatment sessions. The collagen that is generated can continue to provide volumization for up to 24 months.

Jason D. Bloom, MD
Philadelphia Facial Plastic Surgeon

Length of time for Sculptra to work

Sculptra injections cause an increase in volume that is extremely gradual, starting 3 months after the first injection and achieving a maximum effect at approximately 5 to 6 months post injection. Sculptra is gradually degraded into water and carbon dioxide over approximately 9 to 24 months. Newly formed collagen remains and the cosmetic augmentation has been noted to last up to at least 24 months. For best results, I typically recommend a series of three treatment sessions four to six... more

Mitchell Schwartz, MD
South Burlington Dermatologic Surgeon

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Sculptra

Sculptra is best for treating overall facial wasting that occurs with age due to loss of fat and other supporting tissue. It's an interesting product because unlike other fillers such as Juvederm, Sculptura itself fills, and its presence also motivates the body to produce collagen encasing substance, similar to seeding a pearl. The body slowly digests the stimulus and only the new collagen remains. And the nice thing is there's really no down time to this quick fix treatment,... more

Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Sculptra injections take 4-6 months to demonstrate the results

Sculptra injections are not a filler so the results of the treatment are not immediate. It is important to understand that Sculptra works by stimulating your collagen to grow thereby creating volume restoration. Loss of facial volume creates sagging around the nose, mouth and jawline.