Sculptra

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Sculptra for Lips 28 answers

I want perma improvment in my lips.  can i do lip enhancement with sculpta?

What is the Recovery Time from Sculptra? 23 answers

What is the average recovery from Sculptra?

Sculptra Injections for Undereye Hollows 20 answers

Hi, My Dr Recomended I Get Sculptra Injectable Filler for Undereye Hollows? Plz Advice


Sculptra for Sunken Cheeks 19 answers

I am 70 years old and I've had two facelifts previously. My cheeks are sunken, as my skin is very thin. I am very healthy, but my cheeks look...

Are Sculptra Injections Permanent? 15 answers

Unlike other dermal fillers like juvaderm, i beleive its true that some injections dont ever go away. the one i know about is called "Sculpta"

How Does Sculptra Work? 13 answers

I thought Sculptra was for people with HIV. My doctor said it could help me look younger, that I have fat wasting in my face. I don't have HIV, I...
HIV

Sculptra Under Eyes 12 answers

My doctor said I would benefit from using Sculptra for the little criss cross wrinkles and bagging under my eyes. I haven't read much on Sculptra...


Age Limit for Sculptra? 12 answers

I Am 68 Years of Age Can I Still Use Sculptura?

Sculptra in Hands 12 answers

Hi, I am considering in having Sculptra in my hands, due to my veins showing, I have very Very thin skin, and in the summer its worse. I am very...

Who Should Perform Sculptra - Doctor or Nurse? 11 answers

The R.N. at the clinic has given me all info on Sculptra and she would perform the 4 proceedures I will need. Would her qualifications be enough to...

Combining Fraxel Restore and Sculptra 11 answers

I am considering Fraxel Restore to eliminate age spots, remove minor acne scaring and minimize fine lines and pores. I am also undergoing Sculptra to...

Sculptura Alternatives 10 answers

For filling marionete lines and cheeks what are alternatives to sculptura injections

Sculptra or Fat Transfer for Deep Lines on Face? 10 answers

What is best for deep lines in the face? I am thinking Sculptra, but are fat injections better?

Sculptra Side Effects 9 answers

I like the volume I've gained with three sessions of Sculptra but now I'm really scared about the long-term side effects. How long has...

Sculptra Vs Radiesse: What is the Difference? 9 answers

Please compare Radiesse and Sculptra

Is Sculptra Recommended for Hollow Eyes? 9 answers

I am interested in sculpra to fill in the hollowness of the eyes do you recommend this? Are there creams that can work for hollowness and tightness of...

Does Sculptra Need to Be Diluted Before It is Injected into my Face? 9 answers

I read a comment by someone who complained because Sculptra was injected under her eye undiluted.  I don't understand this.  Wouldn't it be...

Can I Have Hyaluronic Acid and Sculptra at the Same Time? 9 answers

I won a free session of Sculptra at a plastic surgery seminar. The doctor said he would like to inject along my cheekbones. However its been 8 months...

Sculptra for Breast Implant Rippling 9 answers

A cosmetic surgeon suggested Sculptra or Artefill for breast implant rippling. I am 4 wks post op with revision surgery. Subglandular saline implants...

Is Sculptura Good for Sagging Skin Around the Mouth and Jaw Line? 8 answers

I had a facelift 7 years ago, but the lower part of my face has fallen and crumpled. Would I be better off with a mid-lift?

Sculptra for Laugh Lines and Hollow Under Eyes? 8 answers

Is Sculptra the best thing for laugh lines and hollow under eyes, to eliminate that tired and a bit sunken look?

Recommended Downtime for Sculptra? 8 answers

How much vacation time do you advise workers to take for Sculptra injections? My boss does not allow "bruised and swollen" employees to work...

Deep Line Treatment if Sculptra Fails to Work 8 answers

Hello. i have deep lines around my mouth and up to my nose. i have had sculptra on my face, but this does nothing for my problem, which i was told it...

Does Sculptra Help Reduce Sagging Skin Around the Chin? 8 answers

Will sculptra for the chin be needed again in the future?

Am I a Good Candidate for Sculptra? 8 answers

MY face getting thinner and hollower from the last 3 years ago and I would like to have fresher and fuller face,specially around cheek and jaw and...


How Much Does Sculptra Cost? 7 answers

What's the average price/cost

How Long Does Sculptra Last? 7 answers

My plastic surgeon says that sculptra lasts 5 to 7 years. Everything I've read says 18 months to 2 years. Why is there a discrepancy?

Better to Start with One Vial of Sculptra? 7 answers

I'm considering Sculptra. My dermatologist recommended 2 vials for the first treatment. My face is thin but I don't want to over do it, is it better...

Sculptra in my Hands 7 answers

Hi, I am considering in having Sculptra in my hands, due to my veins showing, I have very thin skin, and in the summer its worse. I am very concern...

Sculptra for Cheek Asymmetry? 7 answers

I'm 20 years old and have one cheek slightly fuller than the other (behind the apple of my cheek). It's not a huge difference but I feel it totally...

Besides Sunken Cheeks, What Other Areas Respond Best to Sculptra? 7 answers

I understand that sunken cheeks respond very well to Sculptra, what other areas respond well to Sculptra? I specifically want to use it on nasiolabial...

Am I A Candidate For Sculptra at Young Age? I Have A Naturally Skinny Face I'd Like To Plump. 7 answers

I am a 25-year-old skinny girl who would like to have a chubbier face and therefore intend to have Sculptra injected. However, I heard that Sculptra...

Do Sculptra Injections Work for a Deep Facial Scar 7 answers

I have a facial scar from a accident which is depressed. I have tried chemical peels, fractional co2 lasers and surgical scar revision. But the scar...

Sculptra for the Temple Area? 7 answers

Has Sculptra been evaluated for safe and effective use in the temple area?

Does Watering Down Sculptra Decrease a Lot of the Risks? 7 answers

I had a consultation regarding "Sculptra" . I brought up the fact I was scared it could block an artery or go into an artery causing...

How Long Does Sculptra Take to Work? 7 answers

How Long Does Sculptra Take to Work?

Can I Get Scupltra 1 Month After Radiesse To Add Volume To Face? 7 answers

At my consultation my dermatologist wanted to use sculptra to restore volume to my face. I wanted more immediate results, so I chose radiesse instead....

Sculptra Complications 6 answers

Is there a way to remove a delayed side effect of Sculptra that I may be experiencing? It is like a grain of sand or medium size drive-way rocks under...

Sculptra for Acne Scars 6 answers

I have used others fillers for my severe acne scars, but want something more long term. I've already had dermabrasion, laser, and fat injections....

How Long Does Sculptra Last in the Hands? 6 answers

How long does Sculptra last when injected into the hands? Also, does some build over time or become permanent? I want to do something to improve the...

Why Are Sculptra Results So Different in Each Person? 6 answers

I have read many of the comments posted on this site and other sites and it seems Sculptra is dramatically different for each person. How can that...

Training and Qualifications to Give Sculptra Injections 6 answers

The doctor I usually go to for Sculptra suddenly stopped offering it because the company that makes Scupltra says he isn't qualified. What...

Is Sculptra Safe? 6 answers

I am travelling to the united states for 12 weeks. I have lost over 3 stone in weight. my face has become full on wrinkles and would like to have...

Can Sculptra Improve the Appearance of Shallow Acne Scarring? 6 answers

I'm gonna have the sculptra done on my face, specifically on cheeks in order to improve my skin surface which has been damaged by acne ten years ago....

Is It Pretty Standard for 40 Year Olds to Spend $3,000 for the First Year of Sculptra Treatments? 6 answers

It is correct to assume that the industry standard cost is $1,000 per vial and first time patients need about 3 injections (1 vial/injection) during...


Can Sculptura Be Injected into the Naso Labial Folds and Will It Help Get Rid of the Lines? 6 answers

Can Sculptura Be Injected into the Naso Labial Folds and Will It Help Get Rid of the Lines? ive had 2 treatments of sculptra in the cheek area i...

Scultpra for Thin Face with High Cheekbones? 5 answers

I have started getting a little bit of jowls. I have a thin face with high cheekbones. Can you tell me if Sculptra is the right choice for me?

Sculptra for a Young Person with Facial Fat Loss? 5 answers

I am a young person who suffers from facial fat loss due to trauma. Is it okay to get injected with Sculptra now or should I wait until I'm older? In...

Advantages of Sculptra over Fat Injection? 5 answers

What are the advantages/disadvantages of using Sculptra versus fat for facial filler?

Are Granulomas a Common Side Effect of Sculptra? 5 answers

I was amazed at the prospect of permanent disfiguration from granulomas due to Sculptra. I assume that technique (dilution, placement, etc) play an...

Safer Option for Sunken Under Eyes Other Than Sculptra? 5 answers

I'm concerned about Sculptra bumps/lumps under my eyes. I'm scheduled to have Sculptra done on the 3rd. I'm concerned about the horror stories,...

Why is Sculptra So Expensive? 5 answers

Sculptra is advertised from medical supply companies at about US$700 for two vials. A dermatologist charges $2000-$2500 to inject two vials which...

Will One Treatment of Sculptra Give Me Fuller Cheeks? 5 answers

I am young and want fuller cheeks, is one treatment enough? I do not have any wrinkles to fill but have fairly flat cheeks, always have, and would...

What Questions Should I Ask Before Getting Sculptra? 5 answers

What are your views on Sculptra - is it a treatment you would recommend? I am fifty, ex model, who wants boost her looks again - I've been looking at...

Can Sculptra Be Injected Above the Top Lip? 5 answers

Can I have Sculptra injected above my top lip? If not, why?  I want to make the fine lines go away.

Sculptra As a Soft or Hard Filler? 5 answers

How is Sculptra in terms of being a hard or soft filler? Is the texture similar to Juvederm? I'm wondering because I've heard that of all...

Sculptra FDA Approval 5 answers

What has the US FDA Approved for Sculptra Use

Is Doing About "90" Sculptra Patients in an Office, Enough Experience? 5 answers

I am wondering if this is considered a lot of sculptra injections. I keep seeing how you want to get someone who really knows how to administer the...


Considering Sculptra: Worried About Overcorrection and Being Unable to Reverse Results 5 answers

Is it possible to do 1/2 vial of sculptra on the first treatment? I'd like to minimize the risk of overcorrection, i.e. i'd rather do 5...


Can Sculptra Be Injected Along the Lateral Side of the Face/cheeks? Is It Too Superficial to Inject There? 5 answers

Why do some doctors only inject sculptra at the front of the face and not at the sides? Is it because this would involved superficial injections that...

Who is Qualified to Inject Sculptra? 4 answers

Who is qualified to do Sculptra injections?  Are doctors required to meet any sort of standards, requirements or complete any training before...

Is Sculptra Safe for Under Eye Bags? 4 answers

I had a Facelift with great results and my upper eyes done-also great. But they used Restylane under my eyes which I had remove about a year ago. Now...

Pre-test for Sculptra Not Possible? 4 answers

Instead of playing Russian Roulette with Sculptra and ending up in the 'most unlucky' category, why cannot a test be done on a less conspicuous area...

Can ArteFill or Sculptra be used to Fill in Irregularities in the Neck After Liposuction? 4 answers

Can Artfill or Sculptra be used successfully in filling in indentations from over zealous liposuction in the neck region? And if so what are your...

Can I Have Scuptra and Botox Done at the Same Time? 4 answers

I have had the first lot of sculptra and due my second in two weeks time, i was wondering if i could also have botox done at the same time?

Is There a Higher Risk of Lumps Showing if Sculptra is Injected in the Upper Lateral Parts of the Face? 4 answers

Is There a Higher Risk of Lumps Showing if Sculptra is Injected in the Upper Lateral Parts of the Face?

Why Does my Face Keep Getting Flatter? Considering Sculptra. 4 answers

I had buccal fat removed 10 years ago. Within the last 3mos my face keeps losing an inordinate amount of vol. I got Radiesse a month ago, it helped a...

How Many Treatments of Sculptra Are Needed? 3 answers

I was told by the doctor who injected me that this product would work with my natural collagen, and when injected, after 3 to 6 weeks it would cause...

How Long Do Sculptra Results Last? 3 answers

Do Sculptra results look better or last longer compared to laser treatments? My main concern are sagging skin and jowls.


Sculptra for Sagging Skin Around Jaw? 3 answers

Someone asked if Sculptra would be good for sagging skin around the jaw. How could injections do this? Wouldn't that be a face lift?

Sculptra for Loose Neck Skin? 3 answers

I have jowls and the skin under my neck is very loose. The doctor wants to use Sculptra on me, including lifting the jowls and the loose skin under...

Will Sculptra Do Anything for Loose Neck Bands and Loose Skin? 3 answers

Will Sculptra help loose neck bands and loose skin, or is there something I can do to temporarily help the appearance while I wait to get a Neck Lift...

Is Sculptra Ok to Use in Someone Who Has a Tendency to Hypertrophic Scars? 3 answers

And also had roaccutane due to cystic acne (now clear). I have had Juvederm twice with no problems.

Is Fat or Sculptra a Better Medium to Replace Large Volume Loss? 3 answers

Knowing there is a correlation between facial fat and aging, is it possible to have an amount of fat or sculptra injected that is equivalent to the...

Does Medicaid Pay for Sculptra Injections in Patients with HIV? 3 answers

We have been told that there are doctors taht will bill Medicaid or get approval from Medicaid before doing the Sculptra procedure, but Medicaid will...
HIV

Are There Permanent Fillers in Development That Works Like Sculptra? 3 answers

Are there any permanent volume injectable fillers on the horizon? I use Sculptra and love it but wish it was permanent. I am hoping a Sculptra like...

Sculptra Pain Medication? 3 answers

I am considering 2 vials of Sculptra to my cheeks and jawline for my inital treatment. What is the best pain med. that could be taken to endure the...

I Had Ulthera a Week Ago. How Long Should I Wait Before I Get Sculptra? 3 answers

I had ulthera last week and was wondering how long I should wait to get sculptra injection? Is it better to wait 1-2 months or can I have it done soon.

Why Do Doctors Differ over Longevity Of Sculptra? 3 answers

1. Why do some doctors say that the effect of sculptra can last 5 years without top-up, while other say it lasts 2-3 years and needs annual or...

Can I Have Sculptra Right After Laser Genesis Treatment? 3 answers

And if not how long should I wait?

Any Experience Mixing Sculptra with Own Body Fat? 3 answers

My derm is recommending mixing one vial of Sculptra with my own body fat. Is this recommended over two vials of sculptra? Will my own body fat last...


Will Sculptra Make a Difference for Depressed Acne Scars? 2 answers

My dermatologist recommended Sculptra for my depressed acne scars. I've already had Total FX in December, and had improvements in texture, but the...

Best Ways to Get Rid of Lumps Under Eyes from Sculptra? 2 answers

I have several noticeable lumps under my eyes left from Sculptra. What are the best ways to get rid of these?

Sculptra for Minor Cheek Hollowing Without Wrinkles? 2 answers

I'm considering Sculptra on the face. It's not too bad, no wrinkles, but my cheeks are a bit hollow. Please advise.

How to Find the Best Sculptra Injector in Ottawa? 2 answers

I tried Sculptra and was very, very pleased, however, I do not like the bumps it has left on my chin. I have been told by the dermatologist who did...

Is Sculptra Recommended As Filler for All Areas of the Face? 2 answers

I'm considering Sculptra. A recently FDA approved dermal filler. Have you heard of this and do you recommend it? I have used Juvederm in the past for...

How Many Sculptra Treatments Are Usually Needed? 2 answers

How many injections are typically needed for Sculptra, and how often are they done?

Safe to Have Sculptra in Same Areas That Have Aquamid? 2 answers

I have had aquamid injected into my face one year ago which I very much regret now. As I was not informed that it is a permanent filler, I am very...

Does Dermik Offer Sculptra Programs? 2 answers

I had four Sculptra treatments and they worked very well. It has been a little over three years since my last treatment and my cheeks have sunk back...




Should I Wait Until I Lose All of the Volume in my Cheeks Before Using Sculptra? 2 answers

I had buccal fat pads removed 10 years ago. Ever since then I can literally feel when I'm burning through the fat. My cheeks feel hot and I have...

Do Deeper Injections of Sculptra Take Longer to Show Effect Than the Less Deep Injections of Sculptra? 2 answers

Or perhaps do deeper troughs take longer for Sculptra to fill than less deep troughs? For example, someone has Sculptra deep under the eye muscle to...

Can I Get Sculptra While Also Getting Ematrix? 2 answers

I was wondering if I can get sculptra while also getting ematrix. Not necessarily during the same treatment session, but maybe a week apart. Thanks.

Is It Safe To Have Sculptra While Using Walfrain? 2 answers

I would like to have sculptra but will be starting coumadin would it be ok thank you

Statistics on Developing Sculptra Side Effects? 1 answer

After reading so many people complain of lumps after Sculptra injections, I'm now frankly terrified of Sculptra. Are there any statistics or...

Bad Side Effects from Sculptra? 1 answer

My mom is starting new treatment with the Sculptra; she is 54 years old. She will go back for another sitting, the doctor says about 1 or 3 sitting. I...

Feedback on Sculptra Lumps or Granules 1 answer

I would appreciate some feedback about the reports of "granules" forming in patients treated with Sculptra. On this site, there have been...

When is It Appropriate to Use Scupltra Vs. Other Fillers? 1 answer

Would be very useful to get some direction as to when its appropriate to use Sculptra versus other "fillers",  and in which areas of...

Juvederm or Sculptra Injections While on Roaccutane? 1 answer

Is it safe to have Sculptra or Juvederm while on a low dose of Roaccatane (10 mg a day)? If not, how long do you have to wait before having filler...

Achieve a Good Brow Lift from Sculptra over Botox? 1 answer

Can I get Sculptra to improve results of my Botox brow lift? I have had some Sculptra in my cheeks.

Getting Sculptra in Between Fraxel Treatments? 1 answer

I am thinking of Sculptra as an adjuct treatment with Fraxel Re:store. However, which treatment should come first and how far apart in time between...

Can Pulsed LED Light or Electronic Muscle Stimulator Devices Be Used in Sculptra Areas? 1 answer

I used a handheld pulsed led device to improve skin collegen (marvel mini) and electronic muscle stimulator (tua viso) to tone facial muscles. Can I...

How Can a Single Touch Up of Sculptra Be Enough to Maintain Results? 1 answer

If Sculptra and/or the collagen created by it, last up to two years before completely breaking down, why do many surgeons insist that a touch up of...

Which is the Safest: Sculptra or LaViv or Juvederm? 1 answer

Which is safer but at the same time, effective - juvederm or sculptra or la viv? My board certified surgeon has recommended sculptra but I have heard...

Nigeria Sculptra Doctor Recommendations 1 answer

There are millions of people living with HIV in Nigeria and many of us suffer from facial and body wastage from the drugs we've been taking. I need...

EU Screening Regulations for Sculptra? 1 answer

I would like to know more about the screening regulations which cosmetic treatments, particularly Sculptra, have to go through. There is alot of...
FDA

ERP Needle Face Firming Treatment In-between Scupltra 1 answer

Can I do the ERP needle face fimring treatment 1-week prior to sculptra treatment?

Can I Have Sculptra Injections with Fibromyalgia and Psoriasis Arthritis? 1 answer

I have both Fibromyalgia and Psoriasis Arthritis. Am I a poor candidate for Sculptra? My cheek and temple area are hollow. Thanks so much.

Do 'Depot' Injections of Sculptra Cause Lumps and 'Tracking' Techniques Almost Eliminate Such Risks? 1 answer

As the tracking technique produces much better results and also doesn't cause lumps as depot injections do, then why is the tracking technique not...
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