Does all the Scuptra and newly-stimulated collagen growth ever disappear completely from your face..or are some of the rresults permanent? My doctor over-injected on the right side of my face and even Iinjected some Sculptra into my rt. cheek face muscle rsther than UNDER the dkin. My face is still noticeably uneven. asymmetrical and puffier on the rt. side 6 and 1/2 years later after Sculptra injections for lipoatrophy. Will my face even out and become symmetrical again on its own?
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January 5, 2015
Answer: Sculptra and Collagen Production, Will It Ever Even Out?
Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Sculptra is not commonly used in the forehead but if you had a good result in the past then it can be done. I've used it in the upper chest, temple, and through the face with good results.
Sculptra is a great option as it replaces lost collagen and gradually gives you a more youthful and natural look without making it obvious you’ve had any work done. It provides a natural-looking appearance subtly over time for the patients that want to restore volume to the face, sunken cheeks a...
We surmise that smoking limits the amount of neocollagenesis after stimulatory fillers. Try to minimize the amount of nicotine used and this may further enhance your ability to build collagen. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
