The main difference between Sculptra and Fillers is the production of collagen. Fillers do not elicit a natural response in your body to produce collagen, unlike Sculptra. Fillers, like Versa, are made with hyaluronic acid and designed to immediately fill in wrinkled areas to improve volume.

Sculptra injections are very tolerable. The injections cause mild, very temporary discomfort, and feel similar to a slight pinching sensation. A “pushing and pulling” sensation with some pressure is typically felt. Sculptra is pre-mixed with lidocaine. However, a topical numbing agent can be applied prior to injections, to ease any discomfort.

The general guideline in the aesthetic industry is to use one vial of Sculptra® per decade of life. For instance, if you are in your 30s, three vials would be the starting point, while someone in their 50s might start with five vials. This rule provides a baseline for achieving noticeable yet subtle improvements.Generally, two vials of Sculptra are injected per session with sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart. The exact amount of Sculptra® required depends on how much volume you want to add and the areas you have treated. Medical Aesthetics by Lacey will assess your needs and determine how many vials of Sculptra® you may need for treatment.

You may see immediate results for 24 hours after being injected with Sculptra; however, these results are temporary. Sculptra does not provide a filling action. Rather, as Sculptra stimulates collagen results will gradually be seen over a few months.

After your Sculptra injections, mild swelling, soreness, red bumps or bruising may appear after injections. Any redness tends to dissipate shortly after treatment and makeup can be gently applied. Bruising and swelling may last up to 48-72 hours after injections. You may experience tenderness at the injection site for a few days after your treatment.

You must massage each treated area, FIVE minutes, FIVE times each day, for FIVE days. Arnica gel may be used for massage to help reduce bruising, pain and swelling. Massage may be easiest when you are cleansing or moisturizing your face.