Suppose that a full-face Sculptra session is planned but during the session it becomes apparent that the patient will need more than the maximum number of vials (i.e. 3) that can safely be applied in 1 session. So the doctor basically runs out of Sculptra and says to come back in some weeks (i.e. 2wks) to finish up the untreated area. Right side is 100% done, the other side is only 50% done. How does the doctor know where to resume without overfilling?
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July 17, 2023
Answer: How does doctor know where to inject Sculptra where they left off from previous session?
Sculptra is a dermal filler that works by stimulating your body’s own collagen production to gradually restore volume. The Sculptra particles themselves are made of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), which is biocompatible and biodegradable. These particles do not disappear in a few weeks; instead, t...
Your photo looks beautiful. Can you please explain or circle on the photo what exactly you are not happy with? What do YOU see when you look at your photo?How long ago these treatment were performed? Where were the PDO threads placed? What type of Threads were used: Smooth or Barbed ?
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When it comes to evaluating Sculptra (poly-L-lactic acid or PLLA) on an ultrasound, it's important to understand how this filler behaves in the body and what can be expected in imaging:
Appearance on Ultrasound:
Sculptra injections are designed to stimulate collagen production over time, and...
