Is Sculptra® Better Than Other Fillers?

Is Sculptra® Better Than Other Fillers?

While many people might list Sculptra® as their favorite filler, it is not right for everyone. Sculptra® is not for all facial concerns or individual needs. These factors will affect whether Sculptra® is better for your needs than other dermal fillers. 

What Sculptra® Treats

Sculptra® treats many areas, including:

• Nasolabial folds and marionette lines
• Chin lines
• Sunken cheeks
• Hollow temples

It can also be used to provide a Sculptra® butt lift. It is the only dermal filler widely used for this purpose due to its natural-looking enhancement. Sculptra® is not designed for use as a lip filler or for use under the eyes. Other types of fillers, particularly hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm® or Restylane®, are designed for highly mobile and flexible areas like your lips. 

Sculptra® Pros and Cons

Pros:

• Lasts twice as long as most other fillers (two to three years)
• Can be used in areas like the buttocks
• Improves the appearance and condition of your skin
• Provides a naturally youthful look

Cons:

• Full results can take several months to appear as new collagen forms
• Not suitable for some areas

Other Filler Options

The most commonly used dermal filler material is hyaluronic acid. Filler brands that use this material include Belotero®, Restylane®, and Juvederm®. Fillers that use other materials include Radiesse®, which uses calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres, and Bellafill®, which uses polymethyl methacrylate. This variety lets your expert injector choose the right ones for you.