59 years old - Does Sculptra work on crepey arms from weight loss? How soon till it works/how long lasting? (Photos)

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59 years old, petite. Lost about 7 lbs on small frame. Possibly sun damage too. Cost in Van BC, # of treatments?

Martie Gidon, MD, FRCPC, FAAD · Answer

A biostimulatory product such as Sculptra or Radiesse can promote collagen production to thicken the skin. At least three treatments done monthly are required and it takes several months to see the benefit. Radio frequency skin tightening with Thermage helps tighten the skin and resurfacing lasers such as Fraxel DUAL can stimulate collagen and help reverse sun damage. A combination of treatments gives the best results. Please consult a cosmetic dermatologist who offers all of these treatments and use sun protection.

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

There are many reasons as to why the skin becomes crepey on an individual. Aging, smoking, excessive sun exposure and most importantly, weight loss. Most individuals lose fat and muscle mass everywhere from head to toe as they age. That results in a deflated balloon like appearance making the skin which is now in excess look creepy. In order to restore the volume in your arms you would probably need quite a bit of Sculptra, but it can be done effectively. The Creepyness will go away once the arms have restored the volume for
before the crepeyness appeared. No one knows exactly how many vials of the product it will take. You can also start using a derma roller on regular basis which will stimulate collagen production in the skin itself. I hope this helps and good luck from New York City plastic surgery

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