My temples have sunken (35+old) and am considering fillers for the temple areas. I’ve read some articles saying that temple injections are risky due to the blood vessels in that area, and the risks include blindness. I understand that unlike HA fillers, Sculptra cannot be dissolved, but in terms of potential risks, is Sculptra safer than the HA fillers? Also should Sculptra be injected deeply in the temple areas? Can a blunt cannular be used?
January 6, 2019
Answer: Sculptra for augmentation of the temples Thanks for the question. Sculptra is an excellent option for augmentation of the temples. The safest depth at which to inject it is quite deep, right at the level of the bone. Pulling back on the syringe prior to injection helps to ensure that the tip of the needle is not inside a blood vessel. With proper technique, the risk of side effects is extremely low. While it’s possible to use a cannula, a needle is just as safe at this depth. Sculptra provides the most cost effective filler choice for the temples, as 1-2 vials may provide as much correction as several syringes of a HA filler, with greater duration. The results should last 2+ years, though I’ve personally seen correction lasting 5 years in some cases. Be sure to visit an experienced injector. Kind regards,Dr. Mehta
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January 6, 2019
Answer: Sculptra for augmentation of the temples Thanks for the question. Sculptra is an excellent option for augmentation of the temples. The safest depth at which to inject it is quite deep, right at the level of the bone. Pulling back on the syringe prior to injection helps to ensure that the tip of the needle is not inside a blood vessel. With proper technique, the risk of side effects is extremely low. While it’s possible to use a cannula, a needle is just as safe at this depth. Sculptra provides the most cost effective filler choice for the temples, as 1-2 vials may provide as much correction as several syringes of a HA filler, with greater duration. The results should last 2+ years, though I’ve personally seen correction lasting 5 years in some cases. Be sure to visit an experienced injector. Kind regards,Dr. Mehta
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Answer: Sculptra to the temples Thank you for your question. Sculptra is a filler designed to last 2+ years and gives the appearance of naturally enhanced volume to the full face. It is common practice to treat the temple area with Sculptra and has show to correct the hollowing quite nicely. Be sure to schedule a consultation with an individual who is well trained in Sculptra injections such as a board certified plastic surgeon.
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Answer: Sculptra to the temples Thank you for your question. Sculptra is a filler designed to last 2+ years and gives the appearance of naturally enhanced volume to the full face. It is common practice to treat the temple area with Sculptra and has show to correct the hollowing quite nicely. Be sure to schedule a consultation with an individual who is well trained in Sculptra injections such as a board certified plastic surgeon.
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