Does cigarette smoking affect Sculptra Aesthetic injections to the face and Juvederm injections for my upper lip?

Cigarette smoking always causes more bruising and delayed healing of the skin.  It can also cause some fillers to metabolize more quickly.  It is best to decrease or stop cigarette smoking since your skin will improve and the lines will diminish.  Smoking is one of the most aging things we can do to our skin in addition to sitting in the sun.  Best, Dr. Green

The goal of Sculptra treatment is to stimulate collagen production and restore lost facial volume. Smoking and sun exposure lead to poor skin quality, facial volume loss, and lower levels of collagen. Stopping smoking will optimize your Sculptra treatment results.