What is the difference between Restylane Lyft and Sculptra?

Restylane Lyft formally known as Perlane is an FDA-
approved hyaluronic acid filler with a large particle size that treats midface
contour deficiencies when injected into the deep dermis. The correction of
sagging cheeks and mid-face helps to decrease the appearance of nasolabial
folds, marionette lines and jowls. Restylane lasts about 8 months to 1 year. Sculptra™ is an FDA-approved injectable product that
restores and corrects the signs of facial fat loss by replacing lost volume. Sculptra
is composed of poly-L-lactic acidwhich is a similar substance used in
dissolvable stitches and various soft tissue implants. Sculptra works by filling in hollow areas and
by stimulating the body to produce collagen and underlying tissue for a
long-lasting, natural and youthful look. By filling out the deflated skin, the
sagging face appears tighter. Sculptra can last up to 2 years. Sculptra is different than Restyalne in that it is a bio-stimulant
to produce your own collagen so it will take a few months to see the results. Restylane is a Hyaluronic acid which gives
you immediate results. They are both
great products. An in person
consultation with your plastic surgeon is necessary to determine which product
is right for you.

Thank you for this question.  I often combine these products to when I plan a more lholistic approach to non-surgical facial rejuvenation.  Restylane Lyft is ideal for lifting the cheeks and helping to soft the nasolabial folds and the marrionette region.  It is a hyaluronic acid based filler and can last a good year depending on the amount used.  Sculptra is also used to help restore volume along the sides of the face and along the jawline.   I would recommend visiting with a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist who specializes in Sculptra and the Restylane portfolio of products.

Now Restylane Lyft joins the group of fillers that the FDA has -approved for mid-face volumizing. More commonly known as Perlane , this hyaluronic acid is the most recently approved dermal filler that effectively lifts the mid-face to contour the changes that occur with aging . It is known to last 12 - 18 months and offers an effective alternative to Juvaderm, but is similar to Voluma in terms of how long it lasts.Sculptra stimulates your own collagen production, it takes a lot longer for the results to be seen and typically we inject in 2-3 sessions every 6 wks. Over months your body makes collagen which slowly plumps up the cheeks. The product lasts approximately 1 1/2-2 years.