Are Sculptra injections permanent?

unlike other dermal fillers like juvaderm, i beleive its true that some injections dont ever go away. the one i know about is called "Sculpta"

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7 answers to “Are Sculptra injections permanent?”

A: Sculptra results last about 2 years

Jonathan Hoenig, 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... more

A: How Long Does Sculptra Last: Facial Filler Longevity

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

How Long Does Sculptra Last? Sculptra is in a class of its own in terms of facial injectables.  The product induces a proliferative response and stimulates collagen production.  After a short period, the injected sculptra is gone, only to be left behind by your own collagen. How long your own... more

A: Sculptra breaks down after 12-18 months

Steven H. Williams, MD

The Sculptura itself is broken down in 12 - 18 months. They key with Sculptura is that it stimulates your own collagen. This effect can be permanent but typically requires several treatments to get significant effects. I hope this helps.

A: How long does Sculptra last

Ross Clevens, MD

In my experience, Sculptra lasts about 2-3 years if a proper and full correction is acheived with a set of injections. Most patients require a series of 3-4 treatments spaced out at monthly intervals to achieve their desired result.  Once this is accomplished, many patients return for an annual touch up... more

A: Sculptra Injections are Long Lasting, but not Permanent

Kent V. Hasen, MD

Sculptra aesthetic is a novel type of non-surgical facial rejuvenation injectable product that is unlike the facial fillers that have been available before.  Sculptra is a stimulatory agent that gradual makes your body lay in new collagen to give the desired effect.  Sculptra is made of poly-L-lactic... more

A: Longevity of Sculptra injections

Scott Trimas, MD

Longevity of Sculptra injections is dependent upon the number or series of injections you receive. Typically, after a session of three to four treatments the results last many years. In fact, in my patient that I have used to correct facial atrophy I've seen the improvement last over three years. I believe the... more

A: Sculptra known as a bio-stimulatory filler, lasting 18-24 months

William Ting, MD

Sculptra is known as a bio-stimulatory filler injected over a series of 3 sessions, 4-6 weeks apart. as Sculptra stimulates collagen production and replenish volume that you may have lost over the years due to prior sun exposure, smoking and/or natural aging process. Longevity of Sculptra ranges from 18-24... more

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