Sculptra Bangkok
Rebuild your own collagen

Sculptra works by stimulating your own collagen production, which takes time. The product itself does not provide the volume — your collagen does. This is why results are gradual and look natural.

Most patients need 2–3 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart, depending on the degree of volume loss.

Sculptra has been FDA-approved since 2004 and has a long clinical track record. The active ingredient (PLLA) is fully resorbed by the body.

Sculptra stimulates your own collagen response — so if your immune system is suppressed (active autoimmune flare, recent chemotherapy, current systemic steroids) you won't get the expected response. Patients with a history of keloid scarring or active skin infections at planned injection sites are also not ideal. The consult is specifically for this conversation — we'd rather decline and refer than start a series that won't work.

Month 1: temporary swelling from the diluent resolves in 72 hours — the visible change is mostly hydration. Month 3: PLLA microparticles start being replaced by your own collagen; you'll see a subtle volume return in temples and mid-face. Month 6: peak collagen rebuild — this is the photo most patients forward to friends. The full series is 2–3 sessions spaced 6 weeks apart, with results lasting 2–3 years.

The most common Sculptra side effects: bruising or tenderness at injection sites (3-7 days), mild swelling resolving in 72 hours. The uncommon-but-important risk is granuloma/nodule formation under the skin, prevented by: (1) correct diluent ratio and rest-time per Galderma protocol, (2) the 5-5-5 massage regimen (5 minutes × 5 times/day × 5 days post-treatment), (3) injecting at the correct depth by an experienced physician. At Waleerat we follow Galderma's clinical protocol strictly — nodule incidence in our patient cohort is < 0.5%. Other downsides to know: results take 3-6 months to appear (not immediate like HA filler), and the full series requires 2-3 sessions plus a financial commitment of ฿50K-฿75K total.

Yes — Sculptra is manufactured by Galderma (Switzerland/France) and the SAME formulation is shipped to authorised distributors worldwide. The product at Waleerat Clinic Bangkok is identical to Sculptra sold at clinics in Seoul, Singapore, or Dubai. The clinical difference between countries comes from PHYSICIAN technique, not product. At Waleerat we use the Galderma-certified injection protocol that's also taught in Korean training centres. Pricing in Thailand (฿25,000/vial) is typically 30-40% lower than equivalent Sculptra in Singapore or Hong Kong while using the same product — a key reason GCC + East-Asian medical tourists choose Bangkok for their Sculptra program.

Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) — fully synthetic biostimulator. No animal-derived components. If you avoid animal-derived materials, this treatment is open to you. Tell the physician at consultation and the specific product and lot used on the day can be confirmed with you. This reflects the ingredients used, not a halal certification.