Injectables · Apple Valley, MN
Sculptra vs. Dermal Filler: What Is the Difference?
Both restore volume, but one works right away and the other rebuilds collagen over time. Here is how to choose.
By Nikita Musta, RN · 5 min read · Injectables
Sculptra and dermal filler both restore lost volume, but they work in very different ways. Here is how to tell which one fits your goals.
Dermal filler (hyaluronic acid)
- Adds volume right away in areas like the lips, cheeks and chin.
- Results usually last from several months to over a year, depending on the area.
- Can be dissolved if needed.
See all our dermal filler options.
Sculptra (poly-L-lactic acid)
- A collagen stimulator that helps your skin rebuild its own collagen over time.
- Results build gradually over a few months, usually after 2 to 3 sessions.
- Once you reach your goal, results can last 2 years or more.
- Cannot be dissolved, so it is best for overall firmness rather than precise shaping.
Learn more on our Sculptra page or read what to expect with Sculptra.
Which one is right for you?
- Want fuller lips or more cheek or chin definition now: filler.
- Want overall firmness and to slowly rebuild lost volume: Sculptra.
- Want both: many clients combine them, using filler for shape and Sculptra for skin quality.
Current offers: filler from $700 per syringe (regularly $750) and Sculptra 2 vials for $1,500 (regularly $1,800). See current specials.
Sculptra and filler near you in Apple Valley
Aesthetic Beauty Lab is a nurse-led med spa at 15875 Emperor Ave Suite 120 in Apple Valley, serving Lakeville, Burnsville, Eagan, Rosemount and Farmington. Payment plans are available through Cherry, CareCredit, PatientFi, Affirm and Klarna.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sculptra better than filler?
Neither is better. They do different jobs. Filler adds volume right away in a specific area, while Sculptra rebuilds collagen gradually for overall firmness. Many clients use both.
How long does Sculptra last compared to filler?
Once you reach your goal, Sculptra results can last 2 years or more. Hyaluronic acid filler usually lasts from several months to over a year, depending on the area.
How much is Sculptra at ABL?
Sculptra is $899 per vial, and right now 2 vials are $1,500, regularly $1,800.
Can Sculptra be dissolved?
No. Unlike hyaluronic acid filler, Sculptra cannot be dissolved, which is why it is used for gradual, overall improvement.
Current Offer
Sculptra: 2 vials for $1,500
Regularly $1,800. Filler from $700 per syringe.
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