Probability of Sculptra Lumps?

Thank you for your question. The newer mixing formulas, and mixing 48 hours before injection seem to have all but eliminated the lumps. We see virtually zero lumps, and we mix each bottle with 10cc of saline and lidocaine. We educate about massage, and proper care. The Sculptra has a high satisfaction rate, but in the early days 4-5 years ago, the lumps were more of an issue. Mixing too close to the injection and with too little dilutent seemed to be the cause of the early problems. Now, we feel it is completely safe. I hope this helps.

I would recommend that you see an experienced provider.  It is important for Sculptra to be injected properly.  It is also very important to massage the treated areas to minimize the risk of developing lumps.  

In general, the side effects of Sculptra may include the following:

1) Lumps, or "nodules."
2) Redness or swelling at the injection site
3) Bruising
4) Itching

With use of proper technique and an experienced injector, the likelihood of lumps appearing is small. It is best to do your homework before having Sculptra, and choose a board certified physician to perform your treatment, ideally a plastic surgeon or dermatologist. I hope this helps, and good luck to you.

With good technique and proper massage after treatment,  the chance of lumps is minimal.  Make sure you find an expert injector when choosing a doctor for facial filler.

The risk of nodules has decreased with Sculptra because many practioners were diluting the product with greater than the 5cc’s that the manufacturer recommends.  Many of the reports on nodules were reported at the lower dilutions. I do a great deal of Sculptra in my practice and have not had a patient experience a nodule thus far.