SCULPTRA®

Sculptra® is a unique product that stimulates collagen production, rather than just filling wrinkles and lines. As its name suggests, Sculptra® restores skin volume and creates lift to the face. It also corrects the signs of facial fat loss and helps to achieve a more youthful and natural look.

Sculptra® is made of a synthetic injectable material known as “poly-L-lactic acid” which has been safely used outside the U.S. since late 90’s. This product is biocompatible (a material that does not harm the body) and biodegradable (able to be broken down by the body). Poly-L-lactic acid has been widely used for many years in dis-solvable stitches, soft tissue implants, and other types of implants. Sculptra® was finally FDA approved in the U.S. for medical use as of August of 2004 and for cosmetic use in July of 2009.

Sculptra® is injected under the skin providing a gradual increase in the thickness of the skin and underlying tissue.  This results in diminishing of the wrinkles by gradual reshaping and lifting of the face. Sculptra® is not derived from any animal or human source and therefore requires no allergy screening prior to use. Because it is a stimulating agent, the skin needs some time for natural collagen formation and rejuvenation. Therefore the results are noticeable 4 to 6 weeks after the injection. In general, Sculptra® treatment is recommended to be repeated after 4 to 6 week period so that skin restoration continues. Two to three treatment sessions are usually required to achieve the desired effect, which occurs gradually and could last up to two years. Depending on the severity of fat loss and depth of the wrinkles you may need some touch-up visits to obtain the best results.  During your visit, the doctor will decide the appropriate number of treatment sessions and the amount of Sculptra you will need.

The most common unwanted effects of Sculptra® injection include those associated with any injection procedures: temporary bruising, swelling, redness, infection, and tenderness.  Sculptra® should not be used around the lips and the eyes. Delayed appearance of small bumps under skin are extremely rare in the hand of expert injector. Generally, these bumps are not visible and may only be noticed when pressing on the treated area. Call today for your free consultation. View before/after pictures