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What is a Sculptra treatment?
Sculptra has been on the market for decades and has been used with a new formula for several years, with excellent results. It is a biostimulator, or rather a collagen stimulator, which prompts the skin itself to produce more collagen. This makes it a powerful treatment for addressing skin laxity and improving overall skin quality.
How does Sculptra work?
Sculptra targets the underlying causes of skin ageing due to collagen loss. After injection into the face (or other areas such as the neck, arms, abdomen, or buttocks), Sculptra stimulates the natural growth of new collagen. This process leads to the restoration of facial volume and a significant improvement in skin texture. The results are natural and become noticeable after 2-4 sessions, with effects that last up to 25 months.
Preparation and treatment
Before you start the treatment, you will discuss with the doctor whether Sculptra is suitable for you and how many sessions will be necessary. On the day of the treatment, the skin is thoroughly disinfected and you receive numbing injections. The Sculptra is then placed under the skin with a cannula, which makes the treatment almost painless and minimizes the risk of small bruises. After the treatment, the skin is massaged, and the entire procedure takes about 20 minutes.
What to expect after the treatment?
After the Sculptra treatment, you can expect mild pain and swelling at the injection sites, which can persist for a few days. Bruises can sometimes occur, but this risk is minimized by the use of cannulas. The results of the treatment are usually visible within a few months and continue to build up over 9 to 12 months.
Sculptra versus fillers
Discuss during a consultation whether this treatment suits you. differs from fillers because it is an injectable biostimulator made of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA). While fillers, made of hyaluronic acid, add immediate volume and retain their shape in a gel-like substance, Sculptra stimulates your body's natural collagen production. As a result, the effects of Sculptra occur gradually and are more long-lasting. Both treatments focus on addressing volume loss, fine lines, and wrinkles, but Sculptra offers a more durable solution by stimulating the body's natural processes.
Is there any downtime?
The downtime after a Sculptra treatment is minimal. Although you may experience mild pain and swelling, these symptoms usually disappear quickly. It is important to arrive at the appointment well-hydrated and not to wear make-up on the day of the treatment.