Sculptra

Collagen is one of two proteins that make up connective tissues in the body it supports and strengthens the skin, hair, nails, bones, and muscles. Collagen is responsible for giving your skin structure and keeping it plump, which also helps you look younger.

Although it can be used to fill facial folds around the lips, Sculptra should not be used as a lip filler.

After a few years, the effects of Sculptra will begin to fade and volume in the treated area will decrease. Facial folds and signs of volume loss will begin to show again.

Try to sleep on your side for a couple of days after Sculptra to prevent the filler from shifting. If you do shift to your side, this is not a cause for concern.

Sculptra is generally a very safe procedure. It is approved by the FDA and works by stimulating your body’s natural collagen production.

Sculptra has no serious risks, but some patients do experience bruising, swelling, tenderness, injection site pain, or itching for a few days after their procedure.

Sculptra works by filling in facial folds and restoring areas of volume loss. Over time, this can create a slightly lifted effect.

Yes. Small lumps after your injections are possible side effects but they almost always resolve on their own.

Sculptra and fillers both have their benefits but one unique thing about Sculptra is that it stimulates natural collagen production over time. This is sometimes preferred for patients who do not want anyone to know that had work done.

It is not always recommended to use Sculptra for non-surgical breast augmentation since it can get too firm, but it can be used to smooth stretch marks around the breasts.

Sculptra can improve the appearance of old acne scars by stimulating the development of collagen and a new layer of skin to cover the previously damaged surface.

It will take about 4-6 weeks before you will see your results since this is the amount of time it takes for new collagen to develop.

After your provider injects the formula, they will gently massage the injection site to prevent small lumps or nodules from forming. Try not to rub your face too hard or massage it more since this could shift the filler.

Three treatments scheduled a few weeks apart are recommended for your first round of Sculptra treatments. After this series of injections, your results will last up to two years. After this time, you can receive maintenance injections.

For facial rejuvenation, Sculptra is used to treat smile lines, marionette lines, chin wrinkles, sagging jowls, and hollow areas on the forehead or cheeks.

There is not much preparation needed before your Sculptra injections. Make sure your skin is not sunburned for the day of your appointment and arrive without any makeup or perfume.

As your skin ages, collagen breaks down and production slows. Without the underlying support, your skin begins to “sink” and develop folds or hollowed areas.

Yes! Sculptra can fill in cellulite dimples and smooth wavy cellulite lines.

Sculptra can be used to treat sunken under eyes but must be injected very carefully since the risk of developing nodules is higher in this thin area of skin. Hyaluronic acid fillers are usually the safer option.