How Long Does Sculptra Take to Work?
How Long Does Sculptra Take to Work?
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It can take 2-3 Sculptra treatment sessions over several months to see the effects. The effects then should last a few years. The results are not immediate. If you are looking for immediate volume restoration, there are fillers such as Radiesse, Juvederm, and Restylane that may be able to acheive this, however their longevity is not the same as with Sculptra.
If you are looking for a quick fix or to see results overnight, Sculptra may not be right for you. Sculptra is known for subtle results over time, giving you that natural, youthful look. Sculptra works by replacing lost collagen and fills in shallow to deep facial folds and wrinkles. It is recommended that you have three injectable sessions over a few month period. These injections will give you a gradual result that can last up to 2 years. It is very important to research and make sure you find a Sculptra trained Physician.
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Sculptra is not actually a filler, but rather a catalyst that causes the growth of your own tissue (collagen). Because of this, the amount of collagen production and longevity of results will vary from one patient to another. The results from Sculptra® can last up to two years. You may see immediate results after the first Sculptra treatment and notice some volume immediately after injection, however, rejuvenation will come as time passes and you continue to perform the Sculptra treatments (minimum of 3 - 4 treatments is recommended over at least 4- 6 weeks apart).
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Sculptra injections cause an increase in volume that is extremely gradual, starting 3 months after the first injection and achieving a maximum effect at approximately 5 to 6 months post injection. Sculptra is gradually degraded into water and carbon dioxide over approximately 9 to 24 months. Newly formed collagen remains and the cosmetic augmentation has been noted to last up to at least 24 months. For best results, I typically recommend a series of three treatment sessions four to six weeks apart.
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Sculptra injections are not a filler so the results of the treatment are not immediate. It is important to understand that Sculptra works by stimulating your collagen to grow thereby creating volume restoration. Loss of facial volume creates sagging around the nose, mouth and jawline.
Web reference: http://www.casas.md/sculptra/
Treatment with Sculptra usually takes 4-6 weeks to
see desired results. The average number of treatments is 1 to 6 depending
on the degree of correction desired and the rapidity of results. Touch-up
treatments may be needed to maintain the desired effect. Results can last
for up to 2 years.
Sculptra is a medication used to stimulate your body to produce more collagen. This process takes a couple of months to show a result. Generally, 2-3 sessions of Sculptra over 2-3 months are needed to get a good result and the first signs of a result show up 6-8 weeks after the first session. The final result can usually take 3-4 months to realize. Despite the time investment up front, it is a great medication for achieving volumization throughout the face.
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Sculptra helps promote your own body's production of collagen. Results can start to show at 3 months. Average time to take effect within a 3 treatment series is 6 months.
Initially you will see immediate results due to the volume of fluid injected. That will dissipate over a couple of days, and then you will see results at about 6 weeks. It will take about 3 treatments to get the best result, and treatments can occur 6-8 weeks apart, longer is fine.
Web reference: http://www.drshermak.com/minimally-invasive-procedures-baltimore/sculptra/
Sculptra is an excellent procedure becuase it gradually replaces lost collagen over a series of injections, giving your face a more youthful apperance. On average, three injection sessions are needed over three months. After the injections, the results can continue to improve over the next few months. The end result of the Sculptra injections can last for years with an occasional touch up procedure needed. To find out how many injections you may need, you should see an experienced injector because the number of sessions can vary from person to person.
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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