Should I wait for my face to adjust after weight loss before I go through Affirm Laser and Sculptra?

I just lost 30 lbs, and I'd like to know, are there any advantages to waiting for the face to adjust before going through Affirm Laser and Sculptra procedures?

2 answers to “Should I wait for my face to adjust...”

A: Weight loss can create more facial laxity

Ran Y. Rubinstein, MD

Diane I would not wait as you will see that you will probably notice additional facial volume loss with your weight loss. This is a good thing under chin but not in your cheeks, temples, and lower eyelids which may appear more volume depleted. I would recommend starting your injections with the understanding... more

A: Weight Loss is Great Except for The Face

Mark Berkowitz, MD

Congratulations on your weight loss.  This is hard work but a worthwhile endeavor.  Unfortunately we cannot always choose where the weight loss will come from.  Many of us  end up looking older when we lose weight in our face.  We need to replace this volume (fat, muscle, bone) in our... more

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