Sculptra
Restore volume naturally!
Looking for a subtle, natural-looking way to restore facial volume and smooth out fine lines? Sculptra is a unique injectable that works gradually by stimulating your body’s own collagen production. Unlike traditional fillers that offer instant results, Sculptra builds volume over time—leaving you with a refreshed, youthful look that can last up to two years. It’s perfect for softening smile lines, lifting the cheeks, and restoring facial structure without looking “done.” Think of it as a long-term investment in your skin’s glow.
So, we've got you on the books...
Now what?
Before & After
Common Questions
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What is Sculptra?
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Sculptra is an injectable collagen stimulator containing microparticles of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA-SCA). Sculptra helps restore facial skin structure by stimulating the body's inflammatory response system, triggering natural growth of collagen.
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How many vials will I need?
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Will I require any downtime?
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​We recommend getting Sculptra done during a week where you will have no important events occurring. You can expect some swelling and bruising from this treatment, as well as some lumpiness the first 24 hours from the volume of the injection fluid.
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How many treatments will I need?
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This differs from client to client but we tend to find that the best results occur in clients who have 2 to 3 treatment sessions over the course of a few months. A common treatment plan is 3 sessions spaced at least 3 to 4 weeks apart.
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When will results be visible?
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You will likely start to see results as soon as 1 month after your treatment, with sustained results for up to 2 years.
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What areas can I treat?
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Sculptra is injected across various areas of the face. Most commonly, we see the most benefit when injected in:
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Cheek wrinkles
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Deep folds between the nose and mouth (nasolabial folds), also called “smile lines”
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Lines framing the mouth (marionette lines)
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Chin wrinkles
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What are the side effects?
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Side effects reported include injection site pain, redness, bruising, tenderness, itching and lumps, bleeding, and swelling. Small bumps under the skin can sometimes be noticeable when pressing on the treated area. Larger lumps, with or without inflammation, have also been reported. These do not occur in all clients though you should monitor for signs of these side effects.
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What kind of aftercare should I expect?
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Sculptra is needy! It likes to be massaged frequently after injected. We ask clients to follow the 5-5-5 Rule in order to evenly distribute Sculptra.
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5-5-5: Massage the injected area for 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days in a row. When in doubt, more is more! Please do not skip this part!
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We like clients to use an ice roller or something cool for massage over the first few days to help with the bruising and swelling. This is not necessary though--fingers work just fine!
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