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Can Sculptra Results Show After Only 5 Days?

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I had 1 vial of Sculptra done 5 days ago. I know the swelling is to last for days but, though my face was swollen right after, it was back to my pre-treatment face two hours later. I did ice it. As of yesterday my face has become slightly but visibly fuller. My tear troughs are less visible and my nasolabial folds are much smoother. I've checked this in every type of light. Could this simply be delayed swelling or swelling from massaging it? I metabolize quickly. Will results be shorter?

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