Is Sculptra permanent?

My partner and I have worked with Sculptra for nine years and did the inital FDA study on it as well as the follow up study. It is a common misconception that Sculptra lasts two years.  The initial study was only two years long and at the end of the study there was a three fold increase in dermal thickness.  We then followed up with the same patients for a total of an additional 36 months.  Of note is that there were some patients in the follow up study ( 10%) that still needed no additional treatment.

The most accurate answer is that the product is metabolized to lactic acid and blown off as Co2 and glucose at 18 months.  However the product acts as a collagen stimulant and each patient forms their own collagen.  This is the part that is long lasting.  How long varies on the individual and the life style.  Remember that each individual losses facial volume yearly due to osteoporosis of facial bones, loss of facial fat loss, muscle atrophy and dermal thinning.

Good luck

Gail Humble MD

The results of Sculptra last for about 2 years before your body breaks it down and reabsorbs the material. In some people, the results may last longer, and in others, touch up treatments may be required to maintain the effect that long.

Remember, though, that the results of Sculptra are not visible right away. It takes several weeks to see the results of each treatment and, depending on how much correction you need/want, 2 to 6 treatments spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart will be necessary.