Sculptra vs Radiesse vs Filler in Toronto: Which One Is Right for You?

Losing volume is a normal part of ageing. Collagen production slows down from our mid-twenties, and over time the face can look flatter, more tired or less defined. Sculptra, Radiesse and hyaluronic acid (HA) filler all help, but they are not interchangeable. Here is how to tell them apart.

Hyaluronic acid filler: instant and precise

HA filler is a gel that adds volume exactly where it is placed. It is the go-to for lips, under-eyes, chin and fine contouring.

• Results: immediate.
• Lasts: roughly 6 to 18 months depending on the area and product.
• Bonus: HA filler can be dissolved if needed.

See our lip and dermal filler page.

Sculptra: collagen that builds over time

Sculptra (poly-L-lactic acid) is a collagen stimulator. Instead of filling, it prompts your skin to rebuild its own collagen gradually.

• Results: appear slowly over a few months, so changes look natural.
• Typical plan: a series of sessions spaced weeks apart.
• Lasts: results can last up to about two years.
• Good for: overall facial volume loss, temples and skin quality.

Radiesse: lift now, collagen later

Radiesse (calcium hydroxylapatite) gives some immediate lift and structure, and also stimulates collagen over the following months. It can be used as is, or diluted (“hyperdilute”) to improve skin firmness.

• Results: some right away, more over time.
• Lasts: often around a year or more.
• Good for: jawline and cheek structure, and crepey skin.

How to choose

• Want an instant change in one spot, like lips? HA filler.
• Want a gradual, natural refresh nobody can pinpoint? Sculptra.
• Want structure plus firmer skin? Radiesse.

Many treatment plans combine them. A nurse will look at how your face has changed and recommend the right mix at your consultation. Read more on our Sculptra and Radiesse page.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Sculptra and filler?

Hyaluronic filler adds volume instantly where it is placed. Sculptra stimulates your own collagen, so results build gradually over a few months.

How long does Sculptra last?

Results from a full Sculptra series can last up to about two years.

Is Radiesse a filler?

Radiesse gives some immediate lift like a filler and also stimulates collagen over time. Diluted, it can be used to firm the skin.

Where can I get Sculptra in Toronto?

SSKN Firm offers Sculptra and Radiesse at 2310 Bloor St W, Toronto, starting with a nurse consultation.

Ready to talk it through? Every treatment at SSKN Firm starts with a consultation with one of our nurses at 2310 Bloor St W, Toronto. We are steps from Runnymede station on Line 2, about 20 minutes by subway from Yorkville, and easy to reach from anywhere in the GTA. Book a consultation online or call 416 537 3333.

Related: Dermal filler in Toronto at SSKN Firm.

This article is general information, not medical advice. Your nurse will recommend what is right for you at your consultation.