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Sculptra Aesthetic filler stimulates new collagen growth to sculpt, smooth, and volumize, with longer-lasting results than HA formulas.
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Sculptra can be used off-label (beyond its FDA approval) to add volume to the thighs, arms, and pecs, as well as the butt.
I have had four vials of Sculptra now, and I'm loving the results!! My skin glows, and I no longer have hollow cheeks or jowls. People always ask what I use on my skin because it has made such a difference. I will definitely continue to get Sculptra in the future.Updated on 20 Feb 2025:My results continue to...
Left: 2007 Right: 2016 Being 40 years old and in the beauty industry, the mirror is a constant companion in your life and a reminder that you're getting older. I am not ashamed to tell people my age or to tell them that I have had a little help along the way. Sculptra is the secret! It's not a filler but act...


I had all the plastic surgery thinking it would solve my gaunt face.. I did feel better about myself but still had a masculine looking face..The final photo is after 10 1/2 vials of sculptra.I still get botoxAnd lip injections also..I want at least 1 more vial of sculptra because my temples are still a little...
Hello Remy, I prefer to initially treat my patients with 1 vial of Sculptra on each side of their face at their first visit which in a 36 year old female will give subtle yet refreshing noticeable natural results over the course of 2-3 months. You can begin with 1 vial at a time but may not notice much of a change at all. I certainly would not recommend 3 to 4 vials of Sculptra at your initial treatment , that would be asking for a robust response and not what you desire. As with any...
+1 answersAge alone does not necessarily make Sculptra ineffective. Sculptra works by stimulating your own collagen production, so the more important considerations are your degree of facial volume loss, skin quality and laxity, overall health, and what you are hoping to improve. If Sculptra previously improved your cheek fullness, you may still be a good candidate. It can be particularly helpful for restoring gradual volume through the cheeks and improving overall facial support and skin quality....
+1 answersThank you for your thoughtful question. At 33, you're in a unique position because you're noticing early structural changes rather than significant volume loss. That often means treatments can be more subtle and preventive, which is where Sculptra can be very effective when used strategically. Based on your description, your injector's plan appears focused on restoring support in the temples, preauricular (in front of the ears) region, and midface rather than simply adding volume directly...
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