Problems with being overfilled with Scuptra.
Lisa – I see this more with HAs like Juvederm, Voluma, Restylane etc., but it can definately happen with Sculptra if too much was used. I’m wondering if your doctor...
Problems with silicone injections years later and are other fillers safe?
I’m very sad this happened to you. It’s a known complication of both silicone (a permanent filler) and Artefill (also a permanent filler) that bumps can show up years later...
When is exercise safe with Juvederm, fillers and Botox/Dysport??
Generally, here are some conservative, careful guidelines regarding all exercise, except walking (heart rate under 100): More on filler problems here. Botox/Dysport – 6-24 hours. It binds to the tissue...
Does Sculptra still work as we get older? What about Voluma?
You’re welcome! I’m glad you asked these questions. There are no studies on this, but after many years of working with Sculptra, my observation is that as we get older,...
How likely are Sculptra bumps? Also consider Voluma.
I can understand your cautiousness on this, because the web tends to foster fear-based thinking, some justified and some not. Sculptra bumps are extremely rare, if the doctor providing the...
Autoimmune diseases and Sculptra.
There are definately differing opinions on this in the medical community. But…… in general, if you have certain autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren’s syndrome, sarcoid, an unexplained high ANA,...
Too much collagen after Sculptra – what now???
In my opinion, if there is a discreet product bump that is visible, the best remedy is to use a combination of sterile water with a particular needle technique and...
During chemotherapy, can I use Sculptra?
In general, Sculptra during chemotherapy is not a good idea because it works by stimulating your own cells (fibroblasts) to make collagen. During chemo, the cells all over your body...
Volumetrics – why they are important! Also Voluma.
I’m glad you wrote because I think many women start to see this effect around the age of 50ish. And, I’m happy that you’ve found someone good to work with...
Sculptra bumps around the eyes (or anywhere else) – is there a way to fix…
Like the last post, I’m so sad that this happened to you. It’s very frustrating and difficult to live with some of these problems. As you probably know now, several...
