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Two vials for the initial treatment is fine. It sounds like you have some bruising from the injections which are common and will go away over the next few weeks. Hopefully a little make-up can help to minimize the appearance of the bruising.
Bruising for up to two weeks can occur after volume augmentation. Sculptra can be used on patients 66 and older provided their medical condition does not pose a concern.
Two vials at the intial treatment is completely appropriate. You have some bruising which will go away over the next several weeks.
In my practice, the average 60+ year old needs 6-8 vials over 12 months. Of course, everyone is different. I do think 2 vials to start was CORRECT. The effect (which takes several months to be appreciated) lasts 2 years or more.
Sculptra Aesthetic is now approved in the USA for cosmetic use in adult patients of all ages.However it is best suited for patients who have volumn loss with good skin elasticity.If a face really needs a face-lift, it usually is not the right way to go.However in patients who have had a prior lift, it will often do more for them than another lift because it can be used to correct the loss of fat in the central portion of the face.
The purpose of massaging the Sculptra is to distribute the product evenly and prevent clumping of the product that might create an irregular result or promote nodule formation. Many injectors recommend post-injection care of massaging for five days after injection, but continued gentle...
Thank you for your question! The best amount to start with is two. You can always leave it at that or build from there depending on what your personal goal is. The first dose (usually on patients over 30) I like to refer to as the 'skin tightening dose.' This dose helps prevent sagging and gives...
It is very unusual to see prolonged numbness of the face after Sculptra injections. You should see a physician or preferably a neurologist to make sure you are not sufferinng from a neurological condition. Regards
I would not worry yet. It takes a few weeks for the swelling to subside and the reaction of the tissues to the Sculptra to take place. After 4 weeks dilute steroid injection can help remodel the results but hold tight.
I recommend fillers to soften the nasolabial folds themselves and also lift around the mouth and cheeks to build underlying anatomical support. In our practice we combine Sculptra with other fillers "layered" on top and lasers, skin tightening treatments such as Thermage, Fractora, and Renuvion...
With any injection, there is a risk of bleeding and bruising. I advice that you discontinue any aspirin, fish oil, prior to the Sculptra injections. If there is bruising, it may last up to a week or longer.
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