Sculptra
Average Treatment Time
45 minutes
Results Visible
Within 2-3 Months
- Restore
Improve skin quality and restore youthful firmness
- Smooth
Smooth facial wrinkles and folds
- Contour
Enhance facial contours and tighten skin
Treatment Overview
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Why We Love It?
Benefits
- It's Natural
The main ingredient in Sculptra is poly-L-lactic acid, a synthetic material that is gradually and naturally absorbed by the body and helps stimulate natural collagen production.
- Hydro-Boost
Sculptra contains sodium carboxymethylcellulose, which acts as a hydrating agent, drawing moisture into the skin.
- Born This Way
Sculptra has a soft and pliable texture, making it easier to achieve natural-looking results.
- Easy-Peasy
The Sculptra procedure is safe, minimally invasive, and requires only a short recovery time.
Treatable Areas
- Mid Face
Lift and contour cheeks, fill tear troughs, and restore mid-face volume loss.
- Lower Face
Sculpt the jawline, define the chin, and minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
- Nasolabial Folds
Correct shallow to deep nasolabial fold contour deficiencies
Why Choose Us for Sculptra?
curious about what to expect?
Read our Pre and Post Treatment instructions.
- Sculptra Pre-Care Instructions
- Avoid Aspirin, NSAIDs, Garlic Supplements, Flax Oil, Vitamins A and E, and essential fatty acids for 1 week before and after injection to reduce bruising risk.
- Do not drink alcoholic beverages 24-48 hours before (or after) treatment to avoid extra bruising.
- Do not apply potentially irritating products like tretinoin/retin-a, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, hydroquinone for 2-3 days before and after treatment.
- Inform your provider if you have a history of cold sores to receive antiviral therapy advice prior to treatment.
- Discontinue products containing retinols 3 days prior to avoid increased redness and irritation.
- Avoid vaccines, dental work, surgery, tattoos, permanent makeup for 2-4 weeks before treatment.
- Avoid facial treatments like laser, ultrasound, peels, facials, microneedling for 2 weeks before.
- Consult your doctor before stopping blood thinners if you have a cardiovascular history.
- Avoid herbal supplements like Ginkgo Biloba, St. John’s Wort, Omega-3 capsules before treatment.
- Do not use the above if pregnant, breastfeeding, or allergic to ingredients.
- Arrive with a clean face, without makeup.
- Sculptra Post-Care Instructions
- You may take Acetaminophen/Tylenol for mild tenderness or discomfort.
- Massage the treated areas 3-5 times daily for 3-5 minutes each time for 3-5 days after treatment.
- Expect moderate swelling, redness, and possible bruising for 7 days. Apply ice/cold packs to reduce swelling and bruising.
- Avoid extended UV exposure until redness/swelling subsides. Apply SPF 30 or higher.
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours to reduce bruising.
- You may resume other normal activities immediately.
- Avoid facials, massage, laser, IPL, or skin tightening treatments for 2-3 weeks.
- You may apply makeup a few hours after treatment.
- Contact your provider if you develop signs of infection, severe swelling, redness, bruising, or significant pain.
- Follow up 4-6 weeks after each treatment for potential additional sessions.
FAQs
Still not sure? We got you...
Sculptra works gradually by stimulating your own collagen production. Results are typically visible around 4-6 weeks after the first treatment session, with optimal results seen after a series of 2-3 treatment sessions spaced about 4-6 weeks apart.
The results from Sculptra can last up to 2 years, as the stimulated collagen production continues over time. Touch-up treatments may be needed to maintain desired results.
There is minimal to no downtime required after Sculptra treatments. You may experience some swelling, redness, and bruising for the first week which can be covered with makeup.
Sculptra is commonly used to add volume and lift to the mid-face area like the cheeks, temples, nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and chin.
Avoid blood thinners like aspirin, NSAIDs, alcohol, and certain supplements for 1 week before treatment to minimize bruising risk. Reschedule if you have an active cold sore, infection or illness.
Massage the treated areas 5 times daily for 5 minutes over 5 days. Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours and extended sun exposure until swelling subsides. Apply cold compresses and take acetaminophen as needed for discomfort.
Common side effects include swelling, redness, bruising, tenderness at injection sites which typically resolve within 1-2 weeks. Rare but serious side effects like nodules, granulomas or allergic reactions can occur.
