Is There a Benefit to Getting Sculptra when Young?

Thank you for your question. Aging is related to UV exposure and the level of protection you have, genetics, and various other factors.  Some can be controlled, others can't.  Sculptra will diminish the signs of aging from volume depletion, but not generate more collagen on the skin surface.  This is done with a CO2 laser or other semi-ablative fractional laser or other devices.  Use a retinoid, sunscreen are critical to keep the skin healthy as long as one can. I hope this helps.

You are correct, Sculptra does stimulate collagen growth. This is why it can take months to see the final result of your treatment. Starting at a young age may help prevent obvious signs of aging in the future. However, if there are no immediate issues that need attention, I may not advise early treatment. There are no other benefits to starting at a young age other than the immediate aesthetic results. In your case, since you have a hollow and flat midface as you describe, it may not hurt to have a treatment. In general, a good sculptra candidate will:

1) Have current issues that need improvement
2) Have realistic expectations of the final outcome

From here, I would recommend a consult with a board certified and experienced provider. They will be able to assess your needs in person and provide you with advice. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.

Absolutely! When you are younger, you may not need the recommended 4 treatments because you are still producing your own collagen . The collagen that is produced from Sculptra is type 4 . This is the kind of collagen that is found in babies. Sculptra in younger patients can often help prolong and prevent wrinkles and facial aging.

I like to use Sculptra to more naturally volumize the face, and commonly do use it for mid face atrophy and overall hallowness. Unfortunately nothing can really "prevent" aging if you will, as aging is something that is both intrinsically (ie: genetics) and extrinsically (ie: smoking, sun exposure) determined, but all of these treatments will help minimize the signs of aging.

Sculptra will not prevent aging, but it can help to maintain the volume in your face that gives the appearance of youth and attractiveness.  Especially for patients with negative vector (sunken in cheeks) Sculptra is terrific for restoring a fuller cheek contour.