Sculptra is an effective anti-aging treatment that addresses a range of facial skin issues and builds facial volume, adding youthfulness and vivacity to your face. The FDA-approved non-surgical procedure activates collagen gradually and provides a natural look, making it hard to notice that you’ve had work done!
The FDA originally approved Sculptra in 2004 as a treatment for facial wasting in HIV patients. Five years later, it was approved as a cosmetic treatment for facial wrinkles and folds.
Sculptra is an injectable liquid made of poly -l- lactic acid, an absorbable implant that restores volume and stimulates collagen production. It is not a dermal filler in the classic sense and can be best described as a collagen bio-stimulator.
The Sculptra gel is injected into the lower layers of the skin to produce a matrix that encourages collagen production. Six months after your treatment, the collagen formed creates volume and smoothness, replacing the skin components lost due to aging, illness, and other factors.
Sculptra is effective in treating the following skin issues:
• Facial wrinkles, folds, and fine lines
• Nasolabial folds (smile and laugh lines)
• Marionette lines (lines extending from the corner of the mouth to the chin)
• Sunken cheeks
• Hollow temples
• Wrinkles around the cheeks and chin
• Jowls
During your initial consultation with our aesthetic professional, you will be asked to provide your medical history. On the day of your appointment, the injection areas will be cleansed and disinfected. A topical anesthetic may be applied to ensure a more comfortable treatment experience. The collagen-boosting filler is then injected into targeted areas of your face.
You will feel a bit of discomfort at the time of the injection. A stinging sensation is common and can be alleviated with ice packs. You can resume your regular activities immediately following your treatment.
As with any facial rejuvenation procedure, you can expect swelling and bruising. Other side-effects include redness, tenderness, bleeding, and itching at the treated sites, which go away within 2 to 6 days. Rarely, small bumps can appear under the injection sites, which you can dissolve by pressing on the treated areas. In this case, inform your provider immediately.
Our trained professionals administer the proper dosage and use the right techniques to keep side-effects to a minimum.
After the treatment, massage the treated sites for five minutes, five times a day for five days. This is to prevent the gel from accumulating and forming lumps under the skin. Swelling and redness can remain for up to six days. Avoid going out in the sun too much and stay away from tanning beds during this time.
How many treatments do you need?
On average, three treatment sessions are required over a few months. Treatments are generally performed at 4-weeks intervals. You should wait for a minimum of two weeks between treatments.
How long do results from Sculptra last?
Sculptra will last two years or more. It is the longest-lasting non-surgical filler currently available, renewing aging skin gradually and offering natural-looking results.
What else should you know about Sculptra?
Sculptra is delivered to the deep layers beneath the skin surface. This supports and reinforces your skin structure, achieving a youthful and vibrant appearance. By stimulating collagen deep within the dermis, Sculptra not only plumps and volumizes your skin but also imparts radiance and a smooth texture.
Ready for a facial enhancement using Sculptra?
Want an alternative to classic dermal fillers? Make your skin “grow” collagen and transform your appearance!
Although Sculptra was initially formulated to eradicate fine lines and wrinkles, its use has evolved beyond that of merely addressing facial concerns. Sculptra has proven effective in treating lost volume in the pectoral region, hips, and buttocks. Sculptra, a powerful bio-stimulator, is injected around the hips and buttocks to sculpt, contour, and fill areas of depletion.
At Beautifully New, we use Sculptra to create a fuller, more voluminous butt without invasive surgery and downtime. This treatment is ideal for those seeking an alternative to other surgical procedures requiring an extended recovery time. Four vials of Sculptra are packaged at the bundled price of $2900 ($300 savings). (Must be used at time of service)
Come experience beautifully natural results for yourself. Visit us at our convenient Park Ridge location for all your aesthetic needs. We can’t wait to meet you!
