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There is no known contraindication of Sculptra and Rosacea. As Rosacea is a complex dermatologic disorder and can be influenced by many environmental factors, pay close attention to your skin condition afterwards to see if any outward inflammation is noted. Since Sculptra is typically injected into the subcutaneous layer and deeper, its effects on exacerbating Rosacea would appear to be limited though.
Sculptra is an excellent volume filler for the face and can be used in patients with active rosacea. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Sculptra is a dermal fillerformulated with poly-L-lactic acid which is meant to stimulate collagenproduction and provide long-lasting volume from deep within the dermis. Rosaceais a condition which will not be affected by dermal fillers, so it should besafe to have Sculptra. If you are looking for a rosacea treatment, a laser or IPL maybe the way to go. I recommend having an in-person consultation with aboard-certified dermatologist to assess your skin and options.
I do not believe that a Sculptra treatment would affect Rosacea. The treatments should neither improve or worsen the Rosacea.
Yes, it is a filler that isinjected into the dermis and subdermal region to help your own cells make morecollagen and is independent of rosacea - doesn't make it better or worse...
Thanks for yourquestion, and I would recommend that you have a consultation with a board-certifieddermatologist or plastic surgeon before embarking on your treatment. Thereshould be no bad effects on your rosacea with Sculptra injections.
There should be no problem getting sculptra if you have rosacea. I've seen no adverse effects in my experience.
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...
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