Is Sculptra the Best Filler to Help Produce Your Own Collagen?

Our faces often have areas where there is a deficiency of tissue, either from heredity, trauma and/or aging.  With time we do lose fat, bone, skin thickness and the face can begin to sink in. This is particularly true of the lower 1/3 of the face near the mouth and jawline. (But it can occur anywhere.).  We have many good FDA approved injectable fillers to help soften these unwanted changes: Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse, Perlane, Belotero and others. These typically are  "what you see is what you get" events.  There is some collagen buildup over time, especially with  Radiesse. But the "A-team" collagen builder is Sculptra. It is best injected in deeper areas and best avoided near the eyelids and in the lips. Sculptra slowly stimulates the sub-cutaneous tissue  to build collagen and the effects can last 18-24 months and a number of sessions are needed. Not every patient is a suitable candidate for Sculptra and it is more of a deferred gratification "journey",  not a single event.  The best 1st step is a consultation with a board-certified specialty appropriate physician who is experienced in administering Sculptra. Then weigh the pros and cons, including costs.  Good luck!

The best fillers for promoting collagen production are Sculptra and Radiesse. When working with Sculptra, it is important to be aware of the following:

1) You will need multiple treatments. Each physician may have their own guidelines they follow with Sculptra where they obtain the best results.  In general, Sculptra provides the most benefits when injected over multiple treatments, and the treatment sessions are generally spaced four weeks apart. It really depends on the areas addressed, the amount of volume loss, and the patient's individual goals.

2) The results will last much longer. Sculptra has the longest lasting affect of any filler.

Sculptra can be used to enhance the jawline, and can also be used to restore volume in the following hollow areas:

1) Temples
2) Cheeks
3) Chin

Cost will depend on how much of the product is necessary to obtain your desired result, and how many treatments you have. From here, I would recommend a consult with a qualified physician, as he/she will be able to assess your needs. Thanks and good luck!