Am I a good candidate for Sculptra? (Photo)

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I’m 34 and would love to get ahead of collagen production before I start to try to get pregnant next year. Wondering if I’m currently a good candidate for sculptra or if I should wait until I’m older/post pregnancy/breastfeeding?

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin in Winnetka and Chicago. This is a great question. Starting collagen-boosting treatments like Sculptra at 34 is a proactive approach to maintaining youthful skin and addressing volume loss before pregnancy. Sculptra is effective for stimulating your body's natural collagen production, leading to gradual and natural-looking improvements in facial volume and skin texture. Given your age, it can be a good time to begin such treatments if you're already noticing early signs of volume loss or want to enhance your skin's resilience. There is no medical reason to wait until after pregnancy or breastfeeding to start Sculptra treatments, as the procedure is generally safe and well-tolerated. I hope this helps and best of luck!

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

At 34, you can be a good candidate for Sculptra if your goal is to stimulate collagen production and maintain skin firmness over time. Starting earlier can help with prevention, but given your plans to try for pregnancy next year, it’s generally best to complete any Sculptra treatments before conception, as it’s not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. This allows enough time for your treatment series to take effect and for your skin to benefit from the collagen stimulation before any hormonal changes occur.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Just based on your photos, I would say that Sculptra could provide some rejuvenation to your face.  Normally, more than one session would be needed to give you the best results.

Viva Eve Dermatology - New York · Answer

Hi!
This is a great question! Sculptra is a great option for those looking to preserve and maintain youthful skin and underlying support, as well as correct any areas of concern. Collagen production decreases as we approach our 4th decade, and also breaks down at a faster rate. From the photos provided, it appears that Sculptra would be a great treatment option for you. As always, an in depth, in person consultation is required to really evaluate and discuss in depth treatment options that are right for you and your areas of concern.
Best,Eleni SgantzosBoard-Certified Dermatology PAViva Eve

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