Both restore a more youthful look, but they work differently. Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers like Juvederm and Restylane add volume right away, while Sculptra is a collagen stimulator that helps your skin rebuild its own collagen gradually. Back to 30 offers both.
Dermal fillers: immediate volume
Hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm and Restylane add volume to the treated area right away. The hyaluronic acid binds to water in the skin to fill lines and wrinkles and restore a plumper, more youthful look, with results that typically last from about six months to two years or more depending on the product.
Sculptra: gradual collagen
Sculptra is an FDA-approved collagen stimulator that helps replenish lost collagen for subtle, natural rejuvenation. Results are both immediate and gradual, with the full effect building over the following weeks as your collagen rebuilds, and can last up to about two years. The average cost is $700 to $800 per vial, and your provider recommends how many vials fit your goals.
How to choose
If you want immediate volume in a specific area, a hyaluronic acid filler is built for that. If you want a gradual, natural rebuild of collagen across an area, Sculptra works over time. Some plans combine both. Your provider recommends the right approach at a free consultation.
- Dermal fillers: hyaluronic acid, immediate volume, last about six months to two years or more
- Sculptra: collagen stimulator, gradual results that build over weeks and can last up to two years
- Both: FDA-approved injectables offered at Back to 30
- Both: performed under medical direction by a top 1% Allergan provider
Is Sculptra better than filler?
They do different things. Fillers add immediate volume, while Sculptra stimulates your own collagen for gradual results. The best choice depends on your goals, which your provider reviews at a consultation.
How long does Sculptra last?
Sculptra results build over the weeks after treatment as your collagen rebuilds and can last up to about two years. Your provider can recommend how many vials and sessions fit your goals.
Where can I get Sculptra or fillers in the Upstate?
Back to 30 offers both across four Upstate studios. Book a free consultation or call (864) 372-3003.
This guide is general information, not medical advice. Treatments are performed under medical direction; individual results vary and are not guaranteed, and some images may be of models. Talk with our medical team about what is right for you.