FAQs
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Fillers give instant gel-based volume. Sculptra acts as a collagen factory: it provides subtle, long-term volumetric restoration that builds over 6 months. It does not plateau but still has an upward trajectory at a year and at year 2.
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Results appear gradually over 2 to 6 months as new collagen forms, and outcomes typically last up to 2 years or longer.
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A standard regimen usually requires 2 to 3 treatment sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart, tailored to your aesthetic goals, age and volume loss.
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To insure the collagen stimulating particle are evenly distributed and to prevent nodules, we instruct patients to massage the treated areas for 1 minute, 5 times a day, for 5 days. It’s a self care moment that is easily done.
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No, Sculptra is not recommended for areas with much movement like blinking around the eyes or around the lips were one is smiling, laughing, talking, chewing and grinding teeth at night. It is best suited for the mid-face, temples, jawline, and smile lines.
Sculptra (Poly-L-Lactic Acid)
Achieve long-lasting results with a natural collagen stimulator. Sculptra is a unique injectable treatment that works by stimulating your body's natural collagen production. Unlike traditional hyaluronic acid fillers which provide immediate volume, Sculptra delivers gradual, structural improvement over time, promoting a more natural-looking, youthful appearance from the inside out.
What Does Sculptra Do?
Sculptra is highly effective for patients looking to revitalize their skin's underlying support structure. It helps to:
Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Restore lost facial volume and definition
Improve overall skin texture and elasticity
Create a subtle, youthful glow
How Does Sculptra Work?
Sculptra works by stimulating your body to produce its own natural collagen—the vital protein that provides structure and support to the skin. Because it addresses the underlying causes of facial aging, this gradual approach offers exceptionally long-lasting results, typically maintaining improvements for up to 24 months.
What Are the Benefits of Sculptra?
Patients love Sculptra for its unique regenerative properties:
Natural-looking, long-lasting results
Promotes long-term skin health and vibrancy
Gradual improvement, allowing your results to unfold discreetly over time
Ideal for patients seeking a subtle, non-surgical approach to facial rejuvenation
The Treatment Process
Consultation: We schedule a consultation with our experienced practitioner to discuss your goals and determine if Sculptra is the right treatment for you.
Injection: During the appointment, Sculptra is injected strategically into targeted areas to trigger your body's collagen production cascade.
Comfort: You may experience some mild, temporary discomfort, but most patients tolerate the procedure incredibly well.
Recovery and Cost
What to Expect: Minor swelling is possible immediately following the treatment, but it usually resolves completely within a few days.
Cost: Sculptra treatments are $900 per vial.
