What are good Sculptra alternatives?

Sculptra and Radiesse restore volume to the cheeks and mid face. This helps to pull hanging skin folds at the nose and mouth back up in a very satisfying way. The other fillers are much better at treating the symptoms by filling in lines and wrinkles, but are not actually addressing the cause of the problem in... more

Other good alternatives to restore volume and fullness to the face include the following: Juvederm Perlane Restylane Prevelle Silk Radiesse Elevess All dermal fillers have unique properties that define how they are best used in the face. None are fully interchangeable, meaning you may get a similar, but not... more

Fat transfer, as mentioned, is a reasonable alternative to Sculptra as a long term solution for larger volume corrections. Many other long term (so called permanent) fillers are currently under evaluation of the FDA and will be available in the near future. But their long term efficacy and safety are to be... more

As Dr. Hoenig mentioned, fat transfer is a permanent option for filling the face. For patients who are looking for a temporary solution, injectible fillers such as hyaluronic acid and others can be used. Though these last anywhere from 3 months to a year, it can allow a patient to see if they like the look... more

For those with signicant fat loss in the face, fat transfer is a good option. Fat Transfer, also known as Fat Injections or Fat Grafting, is the technique of moving fat from one area of the body to another to improve contour, correct defects, or enhance features. Unlike Sculptra, which lasts up to 2 years, the... more