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Just Had It Done, So No Comments on End Result, Just Comments on What to Expect - Solana Beach, CA
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I was numbed up by cream and then waited on hour....
embeauDecember 5, 2012
WORTH IT$2,000
I was numbed up by cream and then waited on hour. I hate pain and usually use a dental block for restalyne in that area.-but only need numbing cream for this. Pain was tolerable a 4 , much less so than I thought it would be. HOwever, the aftermath is what hurt most, Massaging my sore swollen face five times a day was miserable and I broke down and took pain pills...The massaging would leave my face bright red for hours also-not a good look at work. I hope it goes well and that I keep up my end of bargain, Will update as I go along..FYI I am 51 and holding,,or trying to!!
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December 8, 2012
Sculptra has caused me nothing but heartache. I have had lumps bumps and chronic infection and inflammation. I hope you are on antibiotics because once a biofilm sets in and they start injecting steroids and giving you prednisone you have been cast adrift in a sea of misery. I hope you will be OK and not have to go through what so many of us have because Sculptra is very dangerous.
December 11, 2012
you look gorgeous! i concur with megan that you look younger than 35. i want some filler. i'm also 51, but because of heredity and a sleep disorder, i look much older. i just want to look my age. i have a question for you- why did you go with sculptra as opposed to perlane or restalyne? cheers!
December 17, 2012
Embeau, I also cannot believe that you are 51! Looking at the fullness added to your face even by the swelling immediately after the injections, I can see that Sculptra was a great decision for you. I took pills of Arnica montana immidiately before and after my Sculptra injections and massaged with vitamin K cream - this seemed to really help with the bruising. I did not take any antibiotics and have had no problems and only fabulous results for the past 16 months. Best of luck to you!
December 17, 2012
on second thought, I am not sure if I was on antibiotics or not at the time of the injections: I take low-dose of doxycycline for occasional acne flare ups, but do not remember if I was on doxycycline 16 months ago...may be worth considering as a prophylactic.
March 13, 2013
hey you guys worried about bruising, arnica is a good thing but also, my RN who i found not long ago and does way better on lips than any doctor I ever went to (and I thought they were good, too) gives with each injection these pills called SineCCh (I have no idea if I am spelling that correctly or even got the name right) which really reduce and shorten bruising time. I think they do work. You take one right at the time, then the three others every four hours I think it was. I think that what was in them was all natural, but I no longer have the package so not sure. If someone finds the name for sure, I say mention it to any and all docs who do injections because I think they all should be giving us these automatically so we don't have to walk around looking all bruised. Why not? Also, to jenna2345, thanks for liking the mesh idea, but you know what;s funny is that it was my THERAPIST who asked me if they had invented this yet, because I was telling her how much my drawn face made me feel like crap. But she's right....you would think they would have invented this by now!
December 18, 2012
I agree, you look amazing! Can you give us an update.I am thinking of getting this done in January. I have read such mixed reviews about Sculptra that I am curious how predictable it is. I know I have a very qualified and highly regarded Dr in this area. I wonder of having an expert is the key to minimizing undesirable outcomes, or if bad outcomes can happen even with a highly trained expert. Just putting those questions out there.
Embeau, I hope you are really happy with your results!
UPDATED FROM embeau
It has been roughly two months since the initial...
embeauFebruary 16, 2013
It has been roughly two months since the initial procedure and 1 month since the secondary follow up. I have to say that I am not noticing much difference. I think maybe it needs more time, but as of today there is not much to cheer about. The second procedure was similar to the first except I did not have the soreness afterward and was able to massage face much more easily. I will wait one month and post pictures. I was hoping for something more dramatic I guess. Not disappointed, but not impressed either.
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February 23, 2013
You mentioned that you haven't seen results yet. I just want you to know that it will take a little longer, maybe a month or 2 more. I'm in my early 20s and only needed 2 treatments, but I've read that younger people need less treatments because their bodies grow collagen/fat at a faster and more robust pace, the sculptra definitely stimulated enough fat for me but it did take 4 months since the 1st treatment to notice results. However a year later, it's still going strong. I would suggest you get a third treatment since you are a little older. (Even though you look like a teenager ;) Sculptra truly is amazing because its natural and long lasting! Good luck and be patient, a voluminous, radiant face awaits you!
UPDATED FROM embeau
Today is march 10. So about 3 months out and I am...
embeauMarch 10, 2013
Today is march 10. So about 3 months out and I am noticing a difference. Subtle, but I can see a fullness that was not present in November. This is not a huge difference, but it is one I notice and even my husband noticed. Friends have said to me ( who do not know backstory), " have you changed your makeup?you look good.". This may or may not be all the change I get, and if it is, I think money would be better spent on Restalyne Volume' or just go all out and get a fat transfer. I will keep updating as time goes on. If I get a little more volume I will be pleased, but at $1000 a vial ( I had 2) I think bang for the buck may lie elsewhere . will add photo later today..IPAD giving mr difficulties....To be continued....
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March 23, 2013
You look fantastik!!! I have had over a gradual period,,,4 vials of sculptra. What I have noticed,/// is a diminishment in hollows, the darker areas that were casting an unflattering look to my face. My skin feels firmer and more youthful. Friends and family have not noticed any specific difference in my face, however overall have said I look more vibrant and pretty. I honestly want to just be the best I can be. I see a difference from your photos and I think you will continue to see very small differences over time that add up!
April 3, 2013
Over the last few years I've had several Sculptra treatments with 2 different doctors. Both were highly skilled, the last one I used was just cheaper ....
the first few treatments with the first dr. produced rather bloated effects on my cheeks (think I did a total of two vials with her) I asked the next dr. to focus on uplifiting my jowls by adding volume to my temples instead of my cheeks. This worked much better as I no longer resemble a chipmunk but still benefit (around the mouth and jowls) from the Sculptra. I'll continue doing this treatment until I'm brave enough to do a facelift! If only it could be used on my neck, I'd never have to consider surgery :) BTW, I'm almost 60.
How are things looking and feeling today?
You look amazing for 51 btw. I'm 35 and would have said you were my age or a few years younger if I was just looking at the pictures.