AREA OF TREATMENTS:

Sculptra can be used to correct the early signs of aging throughout the face. The areas of the face that can be treated with this injectable include:
⦁    Deep Nasolabial Folds
⦁    Forehead Lines
⦁    Add Volume to Hollowing Temples
⦁    Hollow Cheeks/Cheekbones
⦁    Thin Chin
⦁    Define Jawline
⦁    Fill Hollowing Under Eyes
⦁    Volumize Per- Jowl Depression
⦁    Smooth Dimpling & Creases on Chin

 Depending on the patient’s particular concerns, they may require injections in one or more of these areas to receive their desired results. Injecting Sculptra into these areas helps to volumize and soften the face for a rejuvenated, younger-looking appearance. During the consultation, an evaluation will be performed to determine what areas of the face can best benefit from these injections. Patients who are interested in obtaining more information are encouraged to speak with one of our friendly medical staff to set up a consultation.

BENEFITS

Sculptra is used to restore volume in areas of the face where there has been significant fat loss. This injectable is a safe, synthetic, and biocompatible material that aids in the rebuilding of skin structure. Sculptra is the injectable form of polylactic acid or PLLA. Polylactic acid is synthesized from lactic acid, a component that is found naturally within the body, making it biocompatible and requiring no allergy pre-testing.
When Sculptra is injected into the skin, its “jump-starts” the body’s production of collagen. Through these injections, more collagen is naturally produced which adds volume in the face to correct indentations, wrinkles, and folds. An additional benefit to these injections is how long the material lasts, Sculptra is a relatively thick substance. The plumping effect can last up to two years! This is significantly longer than most other dermal fillers.

GOOD CANDIDATES

Both men and women who struggle with a loss in facial volume can experience dramatic results through Sculptra injections. Patients who are looking to restore volume loss and correct wrinkles and lines through non-invasive measures will find that Sculptra can restore a more youthful aesthetic with little to no downtime at all. “Patients considering this treatment should have no skin conditions that can pose a risk to the results or their health”.
We ask that patients maintain realistic expectations for the results of this treatment, understanding that it is best used to correct the early signs of aging. For more severe cases, a more invasive option may be better suited to provide the desired results, such as one of our laser treatments. During the consultation, our board-certified aesthetics practitioner can make their recommendations for the best treatment route.

CONSULTATION

The first step when considering Sculptra treatments is to come into our medical aesthetics spa for a consultation. During this time, our medical practitioner will ask the patient about their concerns and what they are looking to improve through Sculptra. Next, the practitioner will briefly review the patient’s medical background to ensure they have no underlying conditions that could negatively impact the results of the treatment. Lastly, the skin practitioner will examine the facial skin and determine where the best sites for injection will be. If deemed fit, patients will be able to receive their Sculptra treatment on the same day.

SCULPTRA TREATMENT

The Sculptra treatment will take less than an hour to complete. To provide comfort during the injections, your practitioner can mix Sculptra with Lidocaine, an anesthetic. “That is optional,” or, a topical anesthetic can be applied to numb the treatment area to enhance a patient’s comfort level further. Before performing the treatment, the provider will locate the best sites to administer the injections. The injections will then be strategically placed deep into the dermis until the desired aesthetic has been achieved.
Immediately after the treatment is completed, patients might experience mild pinpoint bleeding, but it will go away shortly after. The long-term results from Sculptra are not immediate. Right after the injections, the face will appear more voluminous. However, as stated previously, there will be a subtle relapse in volume after the swelling dissipates and the new collagen has yet to rebuild the skin’s structure.
Over the next several months, as the body’s collagen supply is replenished, patients will see a gradual improvement in their skin’s texture. Sculptra injections help keep facial skin looking natural, smooth, and rejuvenated. Typically, three Sculptra treatments are all that is needed to achieve the desired results. These treatments should be performed over the course of three months, receiving injections about once every four weeks. After this series of treatments has been completed, patients will be able to enjoy their results for up to two years before another set of injections are necessary.