Do you have lines, wrinkles, sagging skin, or skin that’s lost its volume? Are you looking for something that will make a significant difference, but provide natural-looking results?
Although these concerns are often a result of the normal aging process, it doesn’t mean you have to live with them. Sculptra is a revolutionary treatment that reverses these signs of aging, leaving you feeling younger, revitalized, and more confident.
Keep reading to learn more about Sculptra and how it’s different from other fillers.
What Is Sculptra?
Sculptra is an FDA-approved injectable filler made from poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biodegradable and biocompatible synthetic material. Poly-L-lactic acid is injected deep within the layers of the skin, where it activates new collagen production in the treatment area.
Increasing collagen production adds definition and volume, delivers a subtle lift, and smooths wrinkles and lines. Sculptra offers excellent outcomes when used to treat:
- Chin creases
- Temple hollows
- Skin depressions
- Loss of volume in the face
- Sagging around the jawline and chin
- Marionette lines, which are wrinkles at the corners of the mouth
- Smile lines or nasolabial folds, which are deep creases that extend from the nose to the mouth
How Does Sculptra Work?
Sculptra addresses the root cause of aging skin: a loss of collagen. Once your provider at Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery injects Sculptra into the dermis or the middle layer of skin, microparticles of poly-L-lactic acid stimulate collagen production.
Collagen then gradually tightens the skin, softening the appearance of wrinkles and lines and restoring lost volume.
Meghan Hession, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in the Golden State Dermatology network explains:
“What many patients don’t realize is that Sculptra’s effects can be customized through injection technique. By adjusting the dilution and placement of the product, we can target specific concerns like deep folds or overall facial volume. This flexibility allows us to create a tailored treatment plan that evolves with a patient’s needs over time.”
When Can You Expect Results with Sculptra?
Sculptra works slowly over several treatments. After receiving Sculptra injections, your body requires time to create new collagen in the treatment area.
Most patients require three injections to achieve optimal results. However, how many sessions you need will vary depending on your age and desired aesthetic goals.
Sculptra results begin deep in the dermis, where collagen starts to disappear, resulting in sagging or drooping skin, wrinkles, and fine lines. As the body creates more collagen, the new collagen gradually firms the skin and fills in any wrinkles and lines.
This process takes place slowly, naturally correcting the signs of aging. Collagen production can take about four to six months, but patients often notice improvements in their appearance sooner, usually within six weeks.
What Is the Difference Between Sculptra and Other Fillers?
The primary differences between Sculptra and commonly used and known fillers include:
Composition
Sculptra is made of poly-L-lactic acid, a bio-stimulator that naturally increases collagen production. The most common ingredient in other dermal fillers is hyaluronic acid, which adds volume to the skin and helps retain moisture.
Fillers using hyaluronic acid provide immediate volume because they attract volume where the filler is injected. However, fillers with poly-L-lactic acid like Sculptra stimulate your body’s ability to produce collagen over time, giving you more gradual and longer-lasting effects.
Action
Sculptra’s collagen-stimulating capabilities are what set it apart from other fillers. Sculptra activates the body’s natural production of collagen.
High collagen output gives the skin a smooth, firm, and youthful appearance. Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers temporarily replace lost volume, making the face look fresher and younger.
Results
The effects of Sculptra are gradual and progressive because it takes time for the body to produce collagen. Patients experience a natural, gradual transformation over several weeks that complements their unique facial features.
The results from Sculptra will last two years or more after finishing your final treatment. The volumizing or lifting effects of dermal fillers are visible immediately and fade over time, with results lasting between 6 to 12 months.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Sculptra?
If you love the idea of looking your best thanks to Sculptra, you may be wondering if you could be a good candidate. Most people are candidates for Sculptra.
Good candidates should:
- Be in good health
- Want to achieve natural-looking results that outlast most conventional fillers
- Not have a history of keloid scars
- Have realistic expectations about what Sculptra can achieve
- Understand that Sculptra takes time to achieve final results because they are not immediate like other fillers
Dr. Hession advises,
“In my experience, Sculptra is particularly beneficial for patients in their late 30s to early 50s who are starting to notice a loss of volume in their face but aren’t ready for more invasive procedures. It’s also an excellent option for those who prefer a gradual, subtle change rather than an immediate, dramatic difference. However, it’s crucial to discuss your skincare routine and health during the consultation, as these factors can influence the treatment’s effectiveness.”
Why Should You Consider Sculptra?
Sculptra offers many benefits, including:
Comprehensive Rejuvenation
Sculptra is a versatile solution offered at Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery that addresses various concerns, from sunken cheeks and marionette lines to nasolabial folds, chin creases, and more. The treatment promotes collagen production, which improves skin tone and elasticity and significantly diminishes fine lines, folds, and wrinkles.
Collagen also restores youthful contours in the face in areas that have started to thin and become hollow.
Natural-Looking Results
You don’t have to worry if you don’t want anyone to know you’ve had fillers or other procedures. After Sculptra, the body gradually produces more collagen over time.
The slow onset of the effects of Sculptra will make you look completely natural compared to many other fillers. You’ll have a refreshed and glowing complexion without looking like you had any work done. Instead, you’ll still look like you, just better.
Lasting Beauty
The effects of Sculptra don’t wear off after a short time. Sculptra revitalizes collagen production for longer-lasting results.
Collagen gradually improves the skin from the inside out. It works from deep within to restore the skin’s inner structure, promoting lasting firmness, elasticity, and a radiant, younger complexion.
The remarkable results of Sculptra will stand the test of time, with many patients noticing results lasting two years or more before you need filler again to maintain your results and keep you looking young and radiant.
Experience the Sculptra Difference
Sculptra at Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery allows you to shave years off your appearance and achieve stunning, natural-looking results. Our experienced dermatologists will customize your treatment based on your desired results for personalized outcomes.
Are you ready to look and feel more beautiful? It’s time to book your appointment at Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery and restore your youthful, natural beauty.
