Sculptra

Sculptra, manufactured by Dermik, is Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLA). PLA has been safely used in orthopedics since the mid 90s and in Europe since 1999 for cosmetic correction of scars and wrinkles

Sculptra is used for restoring volume and improving facial contours. Sculptra works differently from injected products such as botox, collagen and restylane injections. With Sculptra, tiny particles of PLA are diluted in a suspension of sterile water which is then carefully implanted in the skin and then molded for optimal results. The particles of PLA stimulate the formation of new collagen in the skin adding volume over time.

Sculptra may require a series of three to five treatments every four to six weeks. Improvement in contour occurs gradually over two to six months, an advantage for those people wishing to avoid the odious tell-tale overnight change in appearance of cosmetic surgery.

There is no downtime with Sculptra treatments however, temporary bruising and swelling may occur but typically resolve over a few days. Sculptra can also be combined with Botox cosmetic injections, temporary injected fillers such as Restylane, FotoFacial®, and FotoLift procedures in addition to people who have had facelifts and need a restoration of facial volume. Sculptra can also be implanted into the back of hands for ageing, the upper chest for deep lines and areas of depressions that may occur after liposuction. Proper use of Scultpra produces a more youthful, pleasing facial contour in people with facial ageing, wrinkling and loss of facial fat. This comprehensive non-surgical facial rejuvenation program may in fact replace surgery altogether for some people.

Disclaimer:
This information is intended only as an introduction to this procedure. This information should not be used to determine whether you will have the procedure performed nor does it guarantee results of your elective surgery. Further details regarding surgical standards and procedures should be discussed with your physician