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Vitamin C can help improve Sculptra results, but Alcohol alone will likely not affect the outcome if your nutrition is normal. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Drinking alcohol should not affect your sculptra results. You may want to refrain from drinking for a day or two prior to your injections as it can affect healing, but that is really up to you. Best, Dr. Nazarian
Consuming alcohol will not affect the results of a Sculptra treatment. Of course, not more than moderate consumption is recommended for overall heath.
alcohol should not effect your sculptra results other than increase bruising. it is suggested to try to avoid alcohol for 48 hours before the injection.
There are no known interactions with Sculptraand alcohol. Avoid drinking alcohol 48 prior to injections with Sculptra to decrease the risk of bruising.
Not sure what 16 units of alcohol is, but I'm sure that in Australia, that is quite a lot, mate! The biggest secondary effect with alcohol is it increases bruising by decreasing the number of and the activity of platelets which are a very important component of the clotting mechanism. So take it down some units on the weeks your are getting your Scultpra injections. Avoid aspirin and all NSAIDs too if you can.
Our office specializes in facial filler complications including those from Sculptra and silicone. I would suggest sending photos or an in person consultation if you have any issues. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Where sculptra is injected is where it works best. Massaging only prevents clumping. If you want more under the eye or upper cheek then have more injected in that area. But do it conservatively there. Best, Dr. Emer.
Your assessment is valid. I would massage the area twice daily with Plato's Bruise Balm to help smooth out the bruise and possible hematoma. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
There should be no issues here with Sculptra. I have found that patients on steroids likely need more Sculptra than usual. Best, DR. KaramanoukianLos Angeles
Our office specializes in filler complications including those from Sculptra. I would use non surgical options first to dissolve the lumps. In addition, begin by massaging the area with Plato's Scar Serum. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Sculptra is what we call a “biostimulatory” filler in that its main capability is to stimulate a collagen response in the skin which then fills in the treated areas over time. It is prepared as a liquid suspension and so although it doesn’t necessarily “travel”, it does spread from the site ...
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