Help my face is too full after sculptra injections? I realize that this is most likely due to swelling. However most people say that once the Sulptra takes effect it is usually on par with the way they looked directly after treatment. Please tell me i'm wrong.
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February 21, 2018
Answer: Sculptra results take a few weeks to settlte
I recommend fillers to soften the nasolabial folds themselves and also lift around the mouth and cheeks to build underlying anatomical support. In our practice we combine Sculptra with other fillers "layered" on top and lasers, skin tightening treatments such as Thermage, Fractora, and Renuvion...
The recommended downtime after Sculptra injections is typically minimal. You may experience some swelling, redness, or bruising at the injection site, but these effects usually resolve within a few days. It’s advisable to follow any post-procedure care instruction provided by your healthcare p...
The normal collagen will continue to breakdown and as it does it needs to be replaced...that's the theory of why Sculptra needs to be supplemented every once in awhile...