Sculptra

Overview: Collagen is deposited around a backbone of polylactic acid that is injected in areas of volume loss and remains for a minimum of 2 years. This treatment is not for someone who desires immediate results.

Expected Results: Volume correction on the lower and mid face, elimination of intermediate and deep lines.

Preparations: Avoidance of aspirin and ibuprofen for 10 days. Topical anesthetic is applied in the office prior to the procedure.

Post treatment instructions: Avoidance of aspirin or ibuprofen for 3 days.

Time to desired results: 2-4 injections are usually necessary to achieve desired results spaced 4-6 weeks apart.

Duration of desired effects:  2 years or longer.

Contraindications: Allergy to polylactic acid (extremely rare)

Downtime: 1-2 days of swelling, up to 7 days for bruising (may be covered easily).