Sculptra
What is Sculptra Aesthetic?
Looking for a treatment plan that will give you a more natural looking appearance with a long lasting effect? Sculptra Aesthetic is just what you need! Sculptra Aesthetic is the first injectable filler that provides very subtle results over the duration of the treatment and aims to replace the collagen that our skin loses as we age.
A full treatment of Sculptra Aesthetic will require about three injections with a 3 week interval in between but the effects can last for as long as up to 2 years or more. It’s an FDA-approved facial injectable that is made from poly-L-lactic acid that aids in replacing the skins collagen to correct shallow and deep facial wrinkles, as well as facial folds. Sculptra Aesthetic is biocompatible, does not harm the body and is naturally broken down by the body over time. These properties make it a popular choice among our patients.
Sculptra Aesthetic is recommended for deep folds in between the nose and the mouth, and can also be used to smooth the lines that are framing your mouth or marionette lines as well as chin wrinkles.
How does Sculptra Aesthetic work?
As we age the production of collagen in our body decreases resulting in the appearance of wrinkles and lines. Sculptra Aesthetic works by replacing the lost collagen in the skin resulting in a smoother and younger looking you. Collagen is an important factor in keeping the skin smooth and youthful-looking.
Once it is injected into the skin, it will provide a gradual increase in the thickness of your skin and noticeable results can already be appreciated after the first few treatments with Sculptra Aesthetic. After a series of treatments, it is able to replace the collagen. Over time, it reinforces the skin’s structure within the dermis to provide a foundation that will later restore the look of fullness or plumpness in the shallow areas created by your facial wrinkles and folds.
What Can I Expect After a Sculptra Aesthetic treatment?
Most patients report mild to moderate discomfort after their Sculptra Aesthetic treatment. These can include pain in the area of the injection, redness, bruising, slight bleeding, itchiness, and swelling. These should subside after a few days but could linger for as many as 15 days after the treatment.
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