At the age of 60 one side of my face has started to sink in & I have several "ripples" across that cheek. They look like the undulations left on the sand when the tide goes out. They are not lines. I've had 5 rounds of Sculptra injections & although my cheek is now fuller the "undulations" are still there although not so noticeable. Any advice on what can/could be done. Also can Sculptra be used to lift the drooping sides of my mouth?
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October 23, 2013
Answer: Can Sculptra Get Rid of "Ripples" on my Cheek?
Honestly, I ask myself the same question every day. Sculptra is made of poly-L lactic acid, the same substance that Vicryl sutures are made of. Vicryl sutures are great, they handle extremely well , hold a knot phenomenally and absorb over an appropriate period of time. The...
Sculptra is a wonderful volumizing agent that has a very low side-effect profile. The most important thing for the patient is for proper massage of the area-- it is important to massage all areas with all 4 fingers, 5 minutes, 5x/day for 5 days.
For the physician, proper preparation of...
Thank you for your question. I have never heard of this occurring to anyone with Sculptra injected. This is not to say your situation is not related, but if it is, it is very rare. You should see your doctor who injected you, and also an immunologist and Internal medicine doctor to manage your...