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It Takes Time to Work - Ventura, CA

UPDATED FROM flute6
11 months post

It takes Time To Work

flute6July 23, 2013
WORTH IT$2,400

Replies (5)

Cream maker
July 25, 2013
Yes, it can take time, but my skin texture is ruined by Sculptra.
Nicole65
September 18, 2013
What happened to your skin texture? I had radiesse and juvi done a few months ago and voila..I now have horrendous wrinkles on my cheeks when I smile..not good!..and now they're recommending sculptra to smooth out..
Cream maker
September 18, 2013
Sculptra does nothing for skin texture who ever said that is out if there mind . Sculptra supposed to bring voulem back. When a reaction happens you get inflammation that gives you mouldy skin texture.
Cream maker
September 18, 2013
Derma roller or Titan helps your skin texture or TCA peel
Nicole65
September 18, 2013
Thank you for the advice..I have a derma roller sitting in my drawer still in its package...maybe time to break it open!
thethingswedo
August 24, 2014
That's interesting. I think it gives the injected area, over time, a production of new collegen to growth. The loss of fat and collagen makes your skin sag and wrinkles are made. Volume fills up that area giving your skin a smoother tighter look and a more youthful, fuller face. I've had it once so far and the sweeling was gone in two days. I think if it's done correctly your skin shouldn't look " mouldy " Maybe a face lift was needed too?
Kelsey1
July 30, 2013
Excellent results! I don't think radiesse or juvi would give the same nice results. With slow growth, comes longer lasting product longevity.
valioso
August 17, 2013

I am in my early 70's, and have had 2 injections so far, I do not see any change at all. Nothing,zero. I am very disappointed. Next visit to the dr, is at the end of the month.

ndufcat
November 23, 2013
I think the collagen takes longer to form because of your age. It should be comforting that the reviewer above thought it did not work like you but saw results after 8 months and she is in her 70's like you. So try and be patient.
dianainboston
November 25, 2013
I would love to hear how things are going for you now that it has been a while....any improvements?
Nicole65
September 18, 2013
The results are fantastic! Congrats! I worry that I lack patience for sculptra...sigh...the need for instant results! :)
dianainboston
November 25, 2013
nice to hear that you got results...I have been told it takes a while and can take at least three vials at an older age to make a difference..thank you for this, keep us all informed!
ORIGINAL POST

I am a 72 year old woman and it was suggested by...

flute6July 19, 2013
I am a 72 year old woman and it was suggested by my dermatologist that I try Sculptra for the lines on my chin and the hollows of my cheeks. I had three injections over four months.It was very discouraging because I did not see any results. I thought I had just thrown $2400 down the drain. It took about eight months before the my body started to react with the Sculptra. The skin on my chin is much firmer and the line along my jaw is gone. I am so happy with the results. I will have the procedure done again when this effect goes away.

It may have taken longer for Scultra to take effect because of my age.

Replies (4)

Megan P
July 19, 2013

Its great to hear that it did work, even if it took longer than expected. Was there a reason you opted for Sculptra over the fillers where you see more immediate changes, such as Juvederm or Restylane?

flute6
July 20, 2013
I did not know it would take so long. It was recommended by my dermatologist since Juvederm and Restylane would not have filled in my chin and reduced the lines as sculptra.
Megan P
July 22, 2013

I see. Well if you get to a place where you feel like you need more filler, but don't want to have the wait time you might ask them if Radiesse would work for the area.

thethingswedo
August 24, 2014
My Dr. and others feel the radiesse doesn't last very long and it would take soooo much the price isn't practicle. You would just have too keep doing it and doing it.
thethingswedo
August 24, 2014
They say 18 months. I did my cheek hallows now at 48 because the results would take longer as time went by where as now maybe a tune up time to time after all three original are done. I'd like to know when you can judge if it will work for you at all. Some people it just doesn't. Have you heard that?
Kathie27
February 5, 2015
I have been looking for anyone 80 yrs + who tried it. This 72 yrs gave me some hope, but still looking for older.
Kathie27
February 5, 2015
I have been looking for someone in their 80s to have done it. I finally decided this is optimistic enough, so I am going to start the procedure.
Amy Williams 69
February 5, 2015
I had it done twice with 2 Vivals each time. It helped a little but not much. I'm 45 and had it done 9 months ago. Still holding got for hope that it might kick in some more.
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