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Age 64, 4 vials of Sculptra a year ago & don't like the result. Will it take up to 5 years to go away & can I get rid of it?

Persistent757699Mar 9, 2023
I’m 64 and got 4 vials sculptra a year ago for hollows + saggy jowls due to weight loss. The experienced Dr extended my jaw. I thought Sculptra was subtle but I now have a square face + broad, sculptured jaw and I look like I've had a face lift and grind my teeth. And it did nothing for the hollows and saggy jowls. I'm so depressed. I hate how I look now. I don't want more sculptra. Can I get rid of it? I read it could last 5-7 years in the jaw. Is that correct? Most doctors say sculptra lasts 2 years, some 2-3, and a few say 5-7 years. What is your personal experience please of how long Sculptra lasts in someone age 63/64.? Thank you

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