Skin That Feels Like You Again
“I felt like my results from Sculptra treatments with Annette were amazing. It was like skin had this beautiful tightness to it AND glow. I had so many compliments about how beautiful my skin looked. Results were long lasting, too!”
What is Sculptra®
Did you know that by age 40, most of us have lost up to 20% of our natural collagen? Collagen is a fibrous protein that helps maintain your skin’s shape and structure. The skin needs collagen to resist signs of aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging. Sculptra is a unique dermal filler composed of poly-L-lactic acid, a biocompatible synthetic material. Unlike traditional fillers that primarily add volume by using hyaluronic acid, Sculptra stimulates the body's natural collagen production. It is commonly used to restore facial volume, diminish wrinkles, and improve skin texture gradually over time. This injectable treatment offers long-lasting results, aiding in the restoration of a more youthful appearance by addressing signs of aging in a subtle and natural way. Sculptra's innovative approach makes it a popular choice for individuals seeking gradual and enduring enhancements to their facial contours.
How does Sculptra®work ?
Sculptra works through its active ingredient, poly-L-lactic acid, which stimulates the body's collagen production. When injected into targeted areas of the face, Sculptra triggers a natural response, prompting the skin's collagen production to increase over time. Collagen is a vital protein that provides structure and firmness to the skin. As Sculptra encourages collagen synthesis, it helps restore lost volume, smooth out wrinkles, and improve skin texture. The gradual buildup of collagen leads to long-lasting results, creating a more youthful and rejuvenated appearance that develops progressively over several months after the treatment sessions. This mechanism distinguishes Sculptra from traditional fillers, offering a natural-looking enhancement by leveraging the body's own regenerative processes.
FAQs
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As the first—and original—injectable collagen stimulator containing microparticles of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA-SCA), Sculptra helps restore facial skin structure, which may provide long-lasting skin improvement.
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On average, you will have 2 to 3 treatment sessions over the course of a few months. The number of injections at each session will vary based on the treatment plan determined by you and your aesthetic professional.
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Most clinical study participants saw results as soon as 1 month, with sustained results for up to 2 years. Work with your aesthetics professional on a treatment plan. Typical treatment is 3 sessions spaced at least 3 to 4 weeks apart.
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Sculptra is used to correct shallow-to-deep wrinkles and folds on the face. Administered with the appropriate injection technique, Sculptra is clinically approved for:
Cheek wrinkles
Deep folds between the nose and mouth (nasolabial folds), also called “smile lines”
Lines framing the mouth (marionette lines)
Chin wrinkles
