Sculptra
Sculptra® Aesthetic injectable is used to reverse the signs of facial fat loss that occur with aging. Unlike hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers, Sculptra Aesthetic helps stimulate skin’s own natural collagen production to help restore its inner structure and increase facial volume that has been lost to aging or illness. It is not appropriate for use around the eye and lip areas.
Sculptra Aesthetic’s main component is an alpha hydroxy acid called poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), which is a safe and long-lasting synthetic (artificially created), biocompatible (can be used harmlessly in the body), biodegradable (able to be broken down by the body) substance. PLLA has been used for more than 20 years in many surgical products, including dissolvable sutures and soft-tissue implants.
Benefits Of Sculptra Aesthetic Facial Injectable
U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved for the treatment of nasolabial folds, Sculptra Aesthetic is considered safe and effective for most patients. Because it works gradually, patients achieve a more youthful, natural-looking appearance with subtle, yet noticeable, results. Although not FDA-approved to treat them, Sculptra Aesthetic can be used on hollow temples, cheeks, certain areas of the lower face and various areas of the body, including elbows, above the knees, buttocks to even texture and add contour, and cellulite. Because it contains no animal, human or bacterial components, allergy testing is not necessary prior to treatment. There is little-to-no downtime after receiving Sculptra injections; most patients return to their normal activities immediately.
Treatment And Results Of Sculptra Aesthetic Facial Injectable
Sculptra Aesthetic injection results are designed to be longer lasting, as they stimulate the skins own collagen production. Treatment can require several injection sessions spread 1-2 months apart, depending on the area treated and desired result. When injected into shallow-to-deep folds and lines, the additional collagen that is produced smooths them out, and adds volume to the skin. Results of Sculptra injections vary but, in a clinical study, their effects were shown to last for up to 2 years or more in most patients.
Potential Side Effects Of Sculptra Aesthetic Facial Injectable
Potential side effects include bruising, swelling, redness or discoloration at injection site, and skin infection. Rare side effects may include small lumps under the skin that are sometimes noticeable when pressing on the treated area, some with delayed onset with or without inflammation or skin discoloration. At your treatment, information on potential side effects will be provided for you.
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