I have seen doctors recommend Sculptra for loose skin on arms and thighs. I understand it is a collagen stimulator and of course a volumizer for the face. I am having a hard time understanding how it could help loose skin on arms or legs. Why would that work? Wouldn't it take huge amounts ($$$$) How long would it last? Would it require a re-do every 6 months, 2 years? How much would it take for say arms vs thighs? And cost? Thanks!
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Answer: Sculptra for saggy skin on thighs and around knees
Sculptra may be injected 2 weeks following Voluma, as to wait for the inflammatory process to resolve. Each of these products are injected into a different plane of the skin. Voluma provides more localized volume, whereas Sculptra is a global treatment stimulating collagen production. I recom...
Thank you for your question and for sharing your concerns. Very few physicians do Sculptra to begin with as this is a much more nuanced injectable product compared to the traditional dermal fillers such as Restylane and Juvederm. Even fewer will consider Sculptra for body contouring...
I would definitely return to your treating physician or an experienced dermatologist for consultation. Facial unevenness from fillers or injections can be corrected and in the right hands you will be happy with the results. Best, Dr. Green
