Do Sculptra lumps go away?

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I got sculptra injections in April 2016. I noticed lumps in the inside of my cheeks a few months after my last vial and the Dr told me they would go away. 12 months later and the lumps are still there and I'm finding a lot more little ones forming. They aren't visible from the outside yet but I do worry that they soon will. Has anyone found that they do eventually go away? Is there anything I can do to get rid of them?

Bruce E. Katz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Sculptra lumps generally go away. If you are still experiencing lumps one year later I recommend going back to your provider for further evaluation. Please make sure you seek treatment from a board-certified dermatologist.

Faiyaaz Kalimullah, MD, FAAD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  I'm sorry to hear that you are experiencing lumps after your Sculptra treatment.  In most cases, these lumps are not permanent, and should gradually resolve on their own.  If you are still concerned, it may be worthwhile to schedule a second opinion with a cosmetic dermatologist or plastic surgeon with extensive experience in Sculptra injections.  In some cases, these lumps be injected with steroids and other medications to help them resolve sooner.  Best of luck!

Anthony J. Wilson, MD · Answer

Hello - thank you for your question. Sculptra lumps do eventually go away. I have found it helpful to inject saline into the spots that are trouble some and if they are visible to try a very small amount of steroid. Radio frequency such as pelleve may also help but this is theoretical... good luck!

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