SCULPTRA
What You Need To Know
What is Sculptra?
Sculptra is a unique injectable treatment that works by stimulating your body’s natural production of collagen, rather than adding immediate volume like traditional fillers. The key ingredient in Sculptra is poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biocompatible and biodegradable substance that promotes collagen production over time. This process helps restore skin’s inner structure, reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of volume, resulting in a more youthful and firmer complexion.
Where Can It Be Used?
Sculptra is ideal for addressing volume loss and signs of aging in several key areas:
- Face: Reduces wrinkles and fine lines, particularly around the cheeks, temples, and nasolabial folds (smile lines).
- Body: Sculptra can also be used to treat areas with deeper wrinkles or volume loss, such as:
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Buttocks: For a natural lift and contour.
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Upper arms: To address skin laxity and improve firmness.
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Thighs and abdomen: Ideal for enhancing skin texture and reducing the appearance of crepey skin in areas affected by aging or weight loss.
How Does It Work?
Sculptra is different from traditional fillers because it doesn’t provide immediate volume. Instead, the PLLA particles in Sculptra stimulate the skin’s fibroblasts to gradually produce more collagen. This collagen production continues over time, improving the skin’s structure and appearance from within. Results appear subtly and can last up to two years with a series of treatments.
- Treatment Plan: On average, 2-3 treatment sessions spaced about 3-4 weeks apart are recommended for optimal results.
What to Expect During a Session
Treatment Time: Each session typically lasts 30-60 minutes, depending on the areas being treated.
Comfort: The procedure involves injecting Sculptra into the deeper layers of the skin using a fine needle. A numbing cream is often applied to ensure comfort during the treatment.
Process: After the injection, your provider will gently massage the treated areas to evenly distribute the product and ensure optimal results. Following the 5-5-5 rule (massage for 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days) at home helps maintain even distribution of Sculptra
Results
Visible Improvements: Initial results are typically seen about a month after the first session, with continued improvement over the following months as collagen production increases.
Long-Lasting Effects: Results can last up to two years or longer, as the increased collagen improves the skin's firmness and smooths out wrinkles
Who is it For?
Sculptra is an excellent choice for individuals looking for a gradual enhancement rather than immediate volume. It's especially beneficial for those experiencing facial volume loss due to aging or other conditions and for anyone seeking a long-term solution to improve skin firmness and elasticity.