I'm 28, male seriously considering sculptra. I want very subtle results so don't think I'll get more than one session. I understand that side effects like lumps and over fill can be avoided by a skilled surgeon. But I'm reading stories of people developing systemic inflammatory response to sculptra. What are the chances of developing such systemic reaction? Why don't we need allergy testing for sculptra? Should I go for ultherapy instead? Where does ultherapy stand in comparison to sculptra?
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Sculptra is a deep facial injection and is indicated in the mid face, temples, and jowls. Sculptra is not indicated i the tear trough or under eye area where the skin is very thin. For the best results please find a board certified dermatologist with a great deal of experience in cosmetic i...
Sculptra is an amazing product and the full effect of each injection takes 4 to 6 weeks to determine. After 19 days you may still be somewhat swollen although this would be unusual. I would return to the treating physician for examination but I have not seen full correction or o...
Sculptra is injected as a water based injection. That is why some doctors refer to Sculptra as a "liquid face lift". Since it is water based, within a day or two you should look as if nothing has happened. Over the next four to six weeks, Sculptra will allow your body to produce new co...
