I had a terrible experience with Sculptura. What can I do to look more like my old self? (Photos)

I'm sorry to hear about your experience. It's important to approach this situation with care and a focus on your well-being. Here are some steps that might help you move forward:

Consult with a Board-Certified Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon: Seek a professional who specializes in facial aesthetics and has experience with Sculptra and corrective procedures. They can assess your current situation and provide personalized advice.

Consider Hyaluronic Acid Fillers: These can sometimes be used to adjust facial contours and restore volume in areas affected by previous treatments, depending on your specific needs.

Explore Fat Grafting: This procedure can restore volume and improve contour, potentially helping to achieve a more natural appearance.

Laser or Ultrasound Treatments: Technologies like Ultherapy or laser resurfacing might help improve skin texture and elasticity, contributing to a more youthful appearance.

Therapeutic Support: Considering the emotional impact of your experience, speaking with a therapist or counselor could be beneficial as you navigate this process.

Follow-Up Procedures: Depending on your consultation results, additional procedures might be recommended to further refine and improve your facial appearance.

Each case is unique, and a comprehensive evaluation by a qualified professional will guide you toward the best course of action.

Tissue augmentation with Sculptra is always temporary. It is unfortunate that you got scammed into Sculptra and then got scammed into surgery in a foreign country. Small aliquots of 5-FU could have hastened the resorption of the Sculptra. Liposuction is always permanent. I recommend small fractionated fat injections to smooth the irregularities and provide your own stem cells into the area. You will not be truly augmented, but instead softened.

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin - Winnetka & Chicago. I'm really sorry you're going through this—what you're feeling is valid, and you're not alone. When procedures like Sculptra or liposuction don’t turn out as expected, especially in such a personal and visible area like the face, it can have a profound emotional impact. The sense of loss you're describing—feeling like you no longer recognize yourself—is something many people experience after cosmetic interventions that don’t align with their expectations. The first and most important step is to seek support, both medically and emotionally. I strongly encourage you to consult with a board-certified facial plastic surgeon or dermatologist who has experience managing complications or revisions from fillers and fat modification procedures. They can help assess your current condition and guide you on possible treatment options, whether it's correction, restoration, or a path toward healing. I hope this helps and best of luck!