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Why Are Sculptra Inections Spaced 6-8 Weeks Apart?

If it takes sculptra 4-6 months to peak why are injections spaced 6-8 weeks apart, would it not be better to wait 6 months before next injection so not to overfill

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Sculptra

January 24th, 2013
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Unlike the hyaluronic acid fillers and Radiesse, the effects of Sculptra are gradual.  It takes about 6-8 weeks for the results to show, allowing the injector to see what areas need to be further treated.

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS


Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
4.8 out of 5 stars 206 reviews

Sculptra takes time to work

December 29th, 2011
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Sculptra, unlike other fillers such as Juvederm or Restylane, produces gradual improvement through the stimulation of collagen production in your skin.  This process takes time and injecting Sculptra every 6-8 weeks allows the physician to see the changes and add more to areas that need it, or less to areas that do not.  Waiting longer will usually not effect the ultimate results.  

Timothy G. Rodgers, MD, FAAD

Timothy G. Rodgers, MD, FAAD
Frisco Dermatologist
4.8 out of 5 stars 4 reviews

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