Sculptra treatment is a form of facial rejuvenation. It is a wonderful way to restore facial contours, remove lines and wrinkles, lift jowls, tighten skin and stimulate natural collagen growth.

It can be used to treat people with:
" Loose skin
" Elasticity problems
" Deep folds between the nose and the mouth and folds around the corners of the mouth
" Sunken cheeks
" Wrinkles and signs of ageing

What is Sculptra?

Sculptra is a synthetic injectable material known as "Poly-L-Lactic." It is a collagen stimulant that causes the skin cells to produce more natural collagen. It is the ideal solution for people considering non-surgical facial rejuvenation. It provides gradual, natural-looking results through non invasive procedures; reducing wrinkles and creases over the long-term.

How does Sculptra treatment work?

Unlike other dermal fillers, Sculptra works by stimulating the skin cells to produce more natural collagen. Sculptra is injected topically below the surface of the skin to restore the volume in a specific area. Sculptra provides a gradual increase in skin thickness; giving a firmer, more youthful look. It is a painless treatment that should take around 30 minutes. As it is fast and pain-free, normal activities can be resumed immediately.

The Results

The results of Sculptra treatment are not immediate. At your first treatment, it may appear that Sculptra worked immediately because of the swelling from the injections and the water used to dilute Sculptra. In a few days, when the swelling goes down and the water is absorbed by your body you may look as you did before the treatment. Sculptra takes time to work and results should be noticeable after approximately 6 weeks and can last for up to 2 years.

The number of Sculptra treatments required for maximum results is determined by a dermatology specialist such as Jan Birch of Blemish Clinic at our Dermatology Clinic on a case by case basis. Typically, a series of three to five treatments over a period of two to six months are required in order to see the maximum results of the Sculptra treatment program.