I got significant volume growth after 4 weeks of Sculptra (1 vial on cheeks, smile lines and jaw line), and that was my first treatment. The peak time of volume growing was in week 6. I'm 10 weeks out of the injection now. But It says that the result of Sculptra will not be noticeable until 3 to 6 months, and continue adding volume for the next couple of mont hs. Does it mean I will get much more volume growth after 3 months? Could Kenalog or 5fu help stop the growth?
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February 15, 2016
Answer: Sculptra timeline
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Kyle Coleman, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Collagenase should not be injected into the face as it can destroy the integrity of vascular structures, i.e. arteries, arteriles, capillaries, veins, venules and capillaries. It is FDA approved for Depuytren's contractures. Dr Karamanoukian
I would definitely look into Thermage to tighten the skin. The new Thermage FLX works faster and even better for your areas of concern on the arms and legs. Sculptra would be a waste of time and money and not tighten the skin in that area. Best, Dr. Green
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...