What is Sculptra®?
Sculptra® Aesthetic contains a synthetic material called poly-L-lactic acid, which is a biocompatible, biodegradable substance that is commonly found in dissolvable stitches. Sculptra® is gradually and naturally absorbed by the body over time.
In clients with healthy immune systems Sculptra® works by stimulating collagen production which allows tissue to volumize and wrinkles and lines to be smoothed out. Over time, the Poly-L-Lactic Acid in Sculptra dissipates as the client’s own tissue takes its place.
This depends on the needs of individual clients but typically a treatment regime of up to four injection sessions (one or two vials per treatment session) four to six weeks apart may be necessary to achieve optimal results.
Sculptra® is designed to give noticeable results that emerge gradually and can last in some cases for more than two years. Sculptra treatment delivers its full effects with an average of three treatment sessions over the course of a few months. Because results happen gradually, clients can expect to see subtle, yet noticeable, results within a couple of months following treatment.
Sculptra® can be used for the following purposes:
A cannula is used to inject Sculptra® to minimise discomfort during the procedure and reduce possible side effects such as bruising and swelling. It is normal for the treatment area to appear bruised and slightly swollen however such side effects are typically resolved within a few days post treatment and clients can normally return to normal activity the next day.
Sculptra® is not suitable for forehead, neck and tear trough correction. However, Sculptra® treatment in the cheeks can improve the appearance of tear troughs.
Dr Baba, a highly trained and experienced aesthetic doctor who is also a senior trainer for this procedure at London Aesthetic Academy (www.londonaestheticacademy.co.uk) will perform your procedure.