Sculptra Aftercare Guide

Steps to ensure smooth recovery and long-lasting results.

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Congratulations on Your Treatment

Sculptra stimulates your body’s natural collagen to restore volume gradually. Your post-treatment care impacts comfort and outcome

Why Aftercare Matters

Proper care minimizes side effects, supports collagen formation, and prevents lumps or unevenness.

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Healing

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Massage

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Collagen Support

What to Expect

Mild swelling, tenderness, redness, or small bumps

Possible bruising.

Subtle soreness in treated areas.

First 5 Days – Massage & Protect

  • Follow the 5-5-5 massage rule (5 times per day, 5 minutes each, for 5 days).
  • Avoid heavy lifting, straining, alcohol, or extreme temperatures.
  • Apply cold packs to help reduce swelling.
  • Avoid makeup for 24 hours; resume gentle skincare afterward.

Weeks 2–4

  • Monitor for small bumps; contact the clinic if they persist.
  • Resume normal skincare gradually.
  • Avoid dental work, vaccines, surgeries, or tattoos for 4 weeks; avoid other fillers for 3 months.

Long-Term Care

Results appear gradually over several months. Maintain with follow-up appointments and medical-grade skincare

Skincare

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Follow-up

Red Flags

Seek care if you experience intense pain, unusual bruising, or hard lumps not resolving.

Professional Note

Your dedication to aftercare enhances the rejuvenating benefits of microneedling.

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