Imagine a treatment that revitalizes your skin by working with your body’s natural processes. Sculptra® Aesthetic is a biostimulatory injectable that stimulates collagen production, gradually restoring facial volume and enhancing skin firmness. Unlike traditional fillers, Sculptra works deep within your skin, helping to build your own natural collagen over time. This treatment offers subtle, long-lasting improvements that continue to evolve even after your sessions are complete.
If you are interested in exploring what Scupltra can do for you, schedule a free consultation.
How does Sculptra work?
Sculptra is formulated with poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biodegradable compound that stimulates collagen growth. When injected into the skin, Sculptra triggers fibroblasts—special cells responsible for collagen production. Over the next few months, collagen builds up, gradually restoring volume, smoothing wrinkles, and tightening your skin for a natural look that can last up to two years.
Treatment Timeline:
Most people undergo 2-3 sessions, spaced about 4-6 weeks apart, with results appearing gradually over a few months. This slow build ensures that your skin gains strength and resilience, allowing for more organic-looking results compared to traditional fillers.
The Benefits of Sculptra: Why Choose This Biostimulator?
Sculptra’s unique mechanism provides multiple benefits:
Natural-Looking Results: Unlike traditional fillers, Sculptra’s gradual approach means you’ll never look like you “had work done.” Instead, you’ll enjoy a subtle enhancement that improves over time.
Long-Lasting Effects: Thanks to PLLA’s ability to stimulate collagen, Sculptra offers results that can last over two years—significantly longer than most fillers.
Versatility: Sculptra is ideal for enhancing facial volume and reducing deep wrinkles. It’s also commonly used for non-surgical butt lifts and can even improve the appearance of cellulite.
Where is Sculptra injected?
Sculptra is most commonly injected into:
- Cheeks
- Nasolabial folds
- Chin
- Marionette lines
- Temples
- Buttocks
Sculptra is a versatile treatment ideal for enhancing any area where increased volume is desired. Notably, it offers a non-surgical option for a butt lift, effectively enhancing curves, volume, and tightness in the buttocks. This treatment is also excellent for reducing the appearance of cellulite. If you’re interested in these benefits, explore the Sculptra butt lift treatments available at Revive Med Spa in San Diego.
Who is a candidate for Sculptra?
Sculptra is suitable for individuals in good health who want to restore lost volume and improve skin elasticity. Here’s who might benefit from Sculptra:
- Busy Professionals Seeking Low Maintenance: With minimal downtime and long-lasting results, Sculptra fits seamlessly into hectic schedules.
- Fitness Enthusiasts Looking to Restore Facial Volume: Regular exercise can contribute to facial volume loss. Sculptra helps counteract these effects, offering a fuller, refreshed look.
- Anyone Experiencing Age-Related Volume Loss: If you’ve noticed your skin becoming thinner or your face looking gaunt, Sculptra can restore youthful contours without surgery.
Not Ideal Candidates:
- Those with a history of keloid scars or hypertrophic scarring.
- Pregnant or nursing individuals.
- People with inflamed or infected skin at the treatment site.
How to prepare for Sculptra
Before your Sculptra treatment, you’ll have a consultation at Revive Med Spa to discuss your goals and determine if this treatment is right for you. To prepare for the procedure, stay well-hydrated, avoid sunburn, and refrain from taking blood thinners or smoking for 24 hours before your appointment. On the day of your treatment, come with a clean face, free of makeup or lotion.
What to expect during Sculptra treatments
Sculptra is a safe, non-surgical cosmetic treatment performed in-office. The injection process involves several steps:
- Cleansing the injection site.
- Injecting Sculptra under the skin.
- Massaging the skin to ensure even distribution of the poly-L-lactic acid.
Side effects are typically minimal and may include bruising, swelling, redness, pain at the injection site, and non-visible bumps under the skin.
What should I do after treatment?
The makers of Sculptra recommend 5-5-5: Message the injected area for 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days in a row. Avoid exercise and strenuous activities for the first 24 hours, but you can resume your normal activities otherwise. At Revive Med Spa, we recommend resuming exercise the day after the procedure to enhance the product’s response. If you experience pain or swelling, you may take an over-the-counter NSAID as advised by your provider.
FAQs:
What is the difference between Sculptra and other dermal fillers?
Traditional dermal fillers, made of hyaluronic acid, provide instant volume restoration with results lasting 10 to 12 months. In contrast, Sculptra stimulates the body to produce collagen, leading to results that last twice as long, but take longer to have noticeable results.
How many Sculptra Treatments are needed?
Typically, people receive a series of three treatments spaced about one month apart. However, the number of treatments may vary depending on individual concerns and aesthetic goals. Schedule a consultation to determine your own treatment plan.
How do you know Sculptra is working?
Collagen rebuilding with Sculptra takes time. To monitor progress, take pictures before your treatment and two to four weeks after the last treatment. If you do not see results, contact your provider for a follow-up appointment.
