Is Scupltra Safe to Augment Bridge of Nose and Does It Delay Opportunity for Revision Surgery?

There are risks with using filler to augment the nose. Instead of using Sculptra, it may be better to use a hyaluronic acid filler (Juvederm, Restylane) to achieve the desired results.

Using filler to augment the nasal dorsum can be dangerous for the following reasons: 1) There is risk of infection 2) There may be asymmetry 3) There may be rejection by the body. 4) Necrosis can take place, where there is death of tissue. Many surgeons do successfully use filler to augment the nasal dorsum, which is referred to as a non-surgical rhinoplasty. However, it is important to understand the risks that are associated. In general, Sculptra is a... more

Although it is safe to use Sculptra for nasal augmentation it is not the best choice. Sculptra stimulates the body to make new collagen. This process is not predictable enough to provide the level of precision necessary for the nose. Furthermore, although it is difficult to say exactly how long the effect of Sculptra lasts, the lifespan of normal collagen is 10-15 years. Juvederm or Restylane would be a better choice. They can be used very precisely, would not... more