Eye bag after Sculptra? I need help (Photo)

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I just done sculptra(1vial) with under eyes and cheek a weeks ago. This's my 1st time for sculptra. But i noticed the tear trough is showing after injection. I look older after injection!!! Doc said eye bag will go back to normal after 5 days. Its been 8 days, it still there. Should I live with this eye bag for the rest of my life? :( What should I do ?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This is most likely due to swelling from the injections and will take 1-2 weeks to resolve.  You can get RF treatments like venus legacy or thermi 250 to help give improvement. Keep in mind, Sculptra is a great product for improving facial volume and collagen building, but 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. See an expert for a formal evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer

Faiyaaz Kalimullah, MD, FAAD · Answer

Thank you for your question and for submitting your photo.  It's difficult to make exact recommendations without assessing you in-person.  That said, the tear troughs and under eyes are a particularly sensitive area, and are prone to swelling for up to 2 weeks after filler injections.  Sculptra treatments also typically involve injecting a large volume of fluid into the face, which can cause swelling as well.  Gently applying ice or cool compresses to the area can help the swelling resolve sooner.  I would recommend following-up with your injector if the swelling persists.  Best of luck!

Beverly Johnson, MD (retired) · Answer

Thank you for writing. The product  that I use around the eye is almost exclusively belotero. Sculptra can be tricky unless it is deeply injected ( think just over the bone). I think you would be best served by discussing your options with the Doctor who did the injections.Hope this helps,Dr Beverly Johnson

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