Sculptra
Sculptra, the amazing breakthrough injectable for facial volume restoration and lifting.
Originally approved by FDA for restoration and correction of the signs of facial fat loss (lipoatrophy) in people with human immunodeficiency virus. Today Sculptra has become an effective tool in facial contouring and lifting. As shown in the before and after pictures, Sculptra effectively corrects the sunken facial areas, eliminates lines and wrinkles and restores a more youthful, healthy looking contour to the face.
FAQs
What is Sculptra?
Sculptra is a synthetic injectable material known as “poly-L-lactic" acid. The same material has been used as dissolvable sutures for many years safely. It is biocompatible and biodegradable, so it does not require any kind of allergy testing before treatment.
Is Sculptra right for me?
Sculptra is the treatment of choice for patients with HIV facial lipoatrophy (fat lose from antiretroviral drugs). If you suffer from this condition and meet certain income requirement, you may qualify for financial assistance (please contact our office for details).
Sculptra is also great for age related facial volume loss. Volume restoration with Sculptra will eliminate sunken areas, smooth out wrinkles and lines, also give a lifting effect. Sculptra is safe, effective, well-tolerated, and has long lasting results!
How does Sculptra work?
Sculptra is injected into the deep part of the skin or just under the skin; it simulates the growth of collagen and results in a gradual increase in skin thickness. The effects of Sculptra treatments take a few to several weeks to appreciate. The results can last 2-3 years.
What are the side effects of Sculptra treatment?
Like any other injections, Sculptra injection can cause pain, bleeding, swelling and possibly bruising in the local areas. Typically these side effects are mild and resolve within a few hours to a few days.
How are Sculptra treatments performed?
Sculptra is mixed with sterile water and the numbing medicine lidocaine, the suspension is injected with a small needle under local anesthesia. Each injection session may take 15 to 45 minutes depending on areas treated. Patients can expect to return to regular activity shortly after treatment. Patients should avoid aspirin or other anti-inflammatory medicine a day or two before and the day of treatment, this will help minimize bruising.
What are the after cares for Sculptra treatment?
Patients should avoid sun exposure within the first a few days after treatment. Icing down the injected areas helps to bring swelling and bruising under control. Firm massage in the treated areas will help to distribute Sculptra evenly, also stimulate tissue growth.
