Sculptra after 60 and before I get a facelift?

Sculptra is an excellent choice for building up your midface, temples and cheekbones to create a mini lift. It also stimulates the production of new collagen, which will revitalize your skin. If you can’t afford the downtime of a facelift, there are many nonsurgical options to improve your face. Many patients are so happy with their results, that they forget about surgery. Consulting with a board-certified dermatologist will let you explore options in addition to Sculptra, such as laser resurfacing, Ultherapy, ThermiTight, and Silhouette InstaLift thread lifts.

Sculptra can be used to add volume to the face and in doing so, can create some degree of lifting.  A facelift can still be performed after someone has had Sculptra.  An examination, or at least photographs of you would be needed to determine if you might be a good candidate for Sculptra.  

Thank you for your questions. Without an in-person consultation, it can be very hard to give specific advice. If you have concerns and areas that you are considering surgery for, then I am going to presume those areas are significant and your goals are surgical improvement. That being said, non-surgical options are likely not going to give you significant clinical improvement. If you are wanting to proceed with surgery in the future, you would be better off to save your money for the definitive procedure.Hope this helps!

Thank you for sharing your question.  Because Sculptra often takes months to reach its long-term results it is safe to have it performed prior to your facelift, but if your plans are to have the procedure within a year's time I would save the money on your surgery.  Hope this helps.

Yes, you can have Sculptra. Sculptra is a great product for improving facial volume and collagen building, but results build over time. For best results, I recommend using it in a combination depending on desired results. I combine Sculptra with other fillers, lasers, toxins and skin care to give immediate results. Cost will vary. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Sculptra will not affect whether you are able to have a face or neck lift in the future.  Until then, you may want to consider treatment with a non-invasive radiofrequency device, such as Thermage, for mild-to-moderate tightening of the neck and jawline.  Sculptra in combination with HA injectable fillers can add definition to your jaw and chin.  It is difficult to describe what the best option would be for you without an in-person consultation.  An appointment with a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon will help clarify the best options for you.  Best of luck!

Sculptra is a great option to help boost the skin, give you some more volume and smooth some lines.  Of course, no injectable will give the results that a surgical lift can give, but I've had many patients who are very satisfied with their sculptra results!It can be injected into the cheeks, nasolabial folds, chin and jawline in front of the ears and give a boost to all of those areas.   Sculptra is a biostimulant which helps your body increase its own collagen production.  The treatment is an injection of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) which works deep within the skin to stimulate collagen production and create a framework that restores facial volume.  With a new supportive framework, the skin is able to regain elasticity and hold moisture. 
          Remember, the treatments are administered in at least three sessions, usually spaced 4-6 weeks apart.  The results appear gradually and naturally.  Because the result is your own improved tissue, patients do not look “overfilled” or un natural.   Best of all, the results are long lasting!  In one major clinical study patients were still showing improvement 25 months after the last injection.
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I have seen very nice results with Sculptra in the lower face to address jowls and sagging skin. Given that the downtime from surgery is not feasible for you right now, Sculptra may be an option that can help give you a little boost! It shouldn't interfere with any more invasive procedures you may consider down the road. However, I have had many patients who find they are happy with the results of less invasive procedures, like injections with Sculptra, so they don't feel the need for surgery. However, this feeling may vary from person to person, depending on their ultimate cosmetic goals. There are also treatments for the neck that may help give you a similar boost. RF microneedling treatments can result in an improvement in skin laxity and texture in the neck. At our office, we utilize the Vivace device for this purpose. This procedure also has no downtime, which would seem to fit your busy lifestyle. Keep in mind that with treatments like Sculptra or Vivace, results are not immediate but take a few months to see the full effects. As such, you should manage your expectations in terms of time to see full results. I would suggest scheduling an appointment with a dermatologist in the area to discuss your concerns.  Good luck!

Thank you for your question. It is very difficult to give you a good response without a formal consultation. Sculptra Aesthetic is comprised of micro-particles of poly-L-Lactic Acid which promote collagen production in your skin. There should not be a problem with having this procedure performed now and then a necklift/facelift at a later date. The only question is whether it will address your concerns. I suggest seeking a formal consultation with an experienced physician.I hope this was helpful - Dr. Moore.