Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

Posted under Sculptra q&a

Hard Bumps After Sculptra on Forehead

JennyM
I had the injection done on my temples and forehead about 11 days ago. After the swelling and bruising went away, I was left with two very hard and large bumps. I have been massaging to try to break them up but they have not gone away and one of them has gotten bigger. They are very noticeable and painful. I have read that these can be permanent and get even worse. Is this true? Is there anything I can do?

Answers (6)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Matthew Richardson, MD profile photo
Dr. Matthew Richardson, MD
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
5.0 | 175 Reviews
Answer
1 person found this helpful
Sam Naficy, MD, FACS profile photo
Dr. Sam Naficy, MD, FACS
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
4.7 | 281 Reviews
Answer
William Ting, MD profile photo
Dr. William Ting, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
4.5 | 15 Reviews
Answer
Dr. Cameron Rokhsar, MD, FAAD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answer
Dr. Chris Thiagarajah, MD
Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
Answer
Dr. Nathan Mayl, MD (retired)
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answer