Is Sculptra Safe?

I am travelling to the united states for 12 weeks. I have lost over 3 stone in weight. my face has become full on wrinkles and would like to have Sculptra done when Im in US. Is Sculptra safe and what is the cost of the treatment per session?

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Yes, and effective if you go to a trained physician

Sculptra is safe and extremely effective for long-term contouring and filling of the face. However, it is extremely important that the physician you choose to inject this product is well trained. This is because the product is unlike other dermal fillers and therefore an untrained physician injecting it could cause irreversible damage to your face. The good news is the company that makes Sculptra is great about training physicians on the specificities of injecting the product and they are... more

Sculptra for facial filling

Sculptra is different from fillers. It is a volumizer that works as a seed. We implant the Sculptra and watch your body's response by it developing your own natural collagen. Most patients will need between one and two vials injected, and repeated in six weeks for a second treatment and a third treatment often six weeks after the second. The price can range considerably depending on the city in which the physician is located, and the amount of the Sculptra used.

Sculptra is relatively safe, but requires multiple sessions

Sculptra is a relatively safe injectable when performed correctly by an experienced practitioner using limited volumes per session. Of course, any injectable carries risks such as bruising, slight pain, and a small chance of infection. Sculptra carries the additional risk of nodule formation, so it's important to see an experienced injecting physician. Sculptra is a great filler for facial volume loss, and will ultimately obtain better results for pan-facial volume restoration than... more

Sculptra is Safe for injections

I would love to have seen your photo to see how your facial "stone" loss. If there is a great deal of extra skin you might require a face lift to correct your facial wrinkles. If the main problem is the loss of volume, then Sculptra is the ideal product. You will need at least two injections, spaced 6 weeks apart to maximize your results. One to two vials will need to be injected into each side of your face. After 6 weeks, Sculptra will produce collagen in your... more

Sculptra safety

Isabell, I think that Sculptra is safe enough to have it in my own face and highly recommend it for others that can benefit from it. As discussed, it is a process and not a one time deal so be prepared to have someone at home continue your treatment unless you travel to USA frequently. It is very important that whoever you choose is well trained as this product takes more skill than do some and lasts a lot longer.

Sculptra Safety in Ireland

Isabell, You can have Sculptra in Ireland. It is called NewFill. The safety of the material has been assured by the CE mark in Europe and The FDA in the USA.

Scultpra treatments in the USA for sunken and hollow cheeks

Sculptra has generally been shown to be safe and is approved by the FDA for conditions similar to yours. However, it generally requires several treatments and you should be prepared to idnetify a practitioner who is willing to continue your treatments if necessary upon your return to Ireland.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

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Dru11 8 Jan 2013

No it is NOT Safe! google up FDA MAUDE database ten place sculptra in the product name and look at the thousands of adverse reports about people just like me.

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