WALNUT CREEKLines, wrinkles, and volume loss occur naturally with aging. Collagen loss causes the skin to lose fullness and strength. Unlike most dermal fillers, Sculptra® restores your collagen to restore youthful smoothness. This unique filler smooths wrinkles and replaces lost volume with long-lasting results.
What is Sculptra® for Wrinkles and Volume Loss?
Dermal fillers come in a wide variety of materials. Sculptra® is a filler that uses poly-lactic acid (PLLA) to stimulate collagen development. While popular fillers like Juvederm® use hyaluronic acid, which adds volume, Sculptra® also smooths and strengthens the skin for more natural-looking effects. Sculptra® is FDA-approved for wrinkles, volume loss, and other facial concerns. It is also used off-label for various purposes, such as buttock augmentation.
What Can Sculptra® Treat?
When compared to many dermal fillers, Sculptra® results are subtle but powerful. Your expert injector may recommend Sculptra® to add collagen to areas including:
- Marionette lines
- Nasolabial folds
- Chin wrinkles
- Cheekbones
- Lost cheek volume
- Thin skin
- Hollow-looking areas
Many people love Sculptra® because the results develop over time and look naturally youthful. Because it restores collagen production in the skin, Sculptra® also improves your skin’s overall strength and firmness and a more refreshed appearance.
How Does Sculptra® Work?
Most dermal fillers add immediate volume, but Sculptra® results take time to develop. Sculptra® works by triggering your skin to produce more collagen. This vital structural protein gives youthful skin its firmness and tone.
By restoring collagen to more youthful levels, Sculptra® helps you achieve natural-looking results that last longer than traditional fillers. PLLA acts as a signal for cells called fibroblasts to increase their collagen production. As this new collagen is incorporated into the protein scaffolding of your skin, your results continue to improve.
What Results Will I See With Sculptra®?
You will not see immediate results with Sculptra®, although you may notice a minor volume increase for a few days due to swelling. You may start to notice Sculptra® results within a few weeks, with full results after several months. Most people benefit from two to three Sculptra® injections to achieve the desired level of collagen production. Results can last up to two years. You can keep your rejuvenated look with occasional maintenance treatments.
Is There Any Downtime With Sculptra®?
Most people have no downtime with Sculptra®. You can return to your usual activities immediately. Some people notice minor swelling, bruising, or sensitivity in the treated area that fades within a few days. We recommend consistent sun protection and avoiding excess exposure to protect your developing collagen from UV damage.
I finally had coolsculpting on my tummy and what a surprisingly easy treatment it was. Ashley the nurse was fantastic and she used the new hand piece that is smaller and faster. It was painless except for the 2-minute massage after the treatment but not bad at all. I’m a little sore today but this was easy-breezy and I can’t wait to see my results. I highly recommend it.
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