What is Sculptra?

Sculptra: It is a safe and effective non-surgical technique. It is done by injecting a substance consisting of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) into the skin to perform its mission by penetrating into the deeper skin layers and stimulating the collagen-producing cells. It is then decomposed and absorbed, which does not pose any harm to the body. .

Sculptra first appeared in 1999 AD and was approved for the first time by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2004 AD to treat lipoatrophy in people infected with HIV, as lipoatrophy causes a loss of facial fat, leading to a sunken appearance of the cheeks and a Deep wrinkles. In 2009, Sculptra Aesthetic was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a cosmetic procedure to treat facial wrinkles and rejuvenate the skin for a more youthful appearance.

The skin begins to produce a smaller amount of collagen starting in the late twenties, and by the age of forty, many people lose 20% of their natural collagen. Therefore, cosmetic doctors have recently resorted to using materials that replace collagen, such as fillers, Botox, and other techniques, in addition to the Sculptra technique, which can Considered as a natural collagen stimulating injection, the reconstructed collagen gradually begins to help restore facial volume, reduce wrinkles and rejuvenate the skin.

Get ready to catch Sculptra

Sculptra is considered a biocompatible synthetic material made from lactic acid, which is a natural substance found in the human body. Therefore, there is no need to conduct a prior allergy test before treatment with Sculptra. However, to reduce the risk of bleeding, you should stop taking anti-inflammatory and analgesics such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen several days before treatment. It is allowed to use acetaminophen because it is safe, while not drinking caffeinated beverages because the medicine contains caffeine, which may cause high blood pressure.

The method of work

First, the areas for Sculptra injection are identified and then cleaned well and sterilized. After that, a local anesthetic is applied to ensure the patient’s comfort and not feeling any pain during the injection, and then Sculptra is injected into the targeted areas.

Advantages of Sculptra injections

Sculptra injection is considered very safe.

Natural-looking, long-term results.

Results last for long periods of time, up to two years.

Sculptra injection does not cause allergies because it is a substance present in the body.

The face appears bright after the pale appearance disappears.

Return to daily activities immediately.

Provides skin improvements of up to 80%.

Appearance changes are gradual and natural.

It is used effectively by both sexes and is suitable for all skin types.

Contraindications for Sculptra injections

It is prohibited for use by pregnant and breastfeeding women, and it is not recommended for those suffering from heart disease. It is not used for those under 18 years of age or those with immune diseases.

Number of sessions for the patient

To achieve the desired aesthetic goals, the patient may need approximately one to three sessions, and in some cases up to 6 sessions.

The number of sessions is determined by verifying the achievement of aesthetic goals and assessing the health condition of the skin during the treatment period.

A Sculptra injection session usually takes 15-30 minutes, as the duration of the session depends on the size of the areas and the number of injections used. For example, treating lines in the area between the nose and mouth takes about 15 minutes, while if the patient needs 6 doses of injections to treat very thin cheeks, it may take The session is 40 minutes, and if more than one area is injected, such as the forehead, cheeks, and jawline, the session may take up to an hour.

What dose will I need?

Determining the dose depends on the age and condition of the patient. Usually, the patient needs one injection of Sculptra, depending on the machine, but 60-year-old women may need 6 injections to correct the health of hollow cheeks or severe volume loss in the chin area, and 45-year-old women may need 5 -4 injections of lactic acid to get rid of deep wrinkles in the face.

After injection with Sculptra

This technique is characterized by a return to normal activities immediately after the injection with Sculptra. The swelling, bruising, and side effects are usually mild and disappear within a few days. To help speed recovery, the following instructions can be followed:

Apply cold compresses to the injected area for a few minutes at a time for the first 24 hours.

Massage the area for five minutes at a time, five times daily for five days.

Avoid sunlight or tanning sessions until the redness and swelling disappear, use sunscreen with a protection rate of at least 30%, and follow a healthy diet to increase the effectiveness of the results.

Avoid applying cosmetics for the first four hours.

Results

The final results of treatment with Sculptra appear no more than three weeks after the final treatment session. As for patients who need one session, the results will appear two to three weeks after the session.

However, if the patient needs 6 treatment sessions, it may take up to 7 months to see the desired results, as the treatment period reaches six months, or approximately 24 weeks.

Impressive results appear gradually without the patient having to use any technique or procedure. The results usually last from two to five years, similar to other techniques that usually only last for several months.

To maintain the results for a long time, Sculptra can be injected once a year, which provides an effective way to maintain the appearance at the lowest costs.

Sculptra injection areas

Getting rid of smile lines.

Marionette lines are vertical lines between the nose and mouth that cause wrinkles to the lower part of the face.

Sculptra is injected into chin wrinkles to increase lost volume.

It is used to fill and modify nasolabial folds.

It is used in cases of skin laxity.

Sunken areas of the face except the eyes