Sculptra

Sculptra is a type of injectable filler used in cosmetic surgery to add volume to areas of the face. It is made from poly-L-lactic acid, a synthetic material that stimulates the body's own collagen production.

Uses

Sculptra is primarily used to treat shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds. It is also used to increase the volume of depressed areas, particularly to correct skin depressions, such as indentations, skin aging and scarring.

Procedure

The procedure involves injecting Sculptra into the deeper layers of the skin where it helps stimulate the body's production of collagen. This results in a gradual increase in skin thickness, improving the appearance of folds and wrinkles. The number of injection sessions and the number of injections per session vary from person to person, depending on the degree of correction needed.

Side Effects

Like all procedures, Sculptra has potential side effects. These can include injection site pain, redness, bruising, tenderness, itching and lumps, small bumps or nodules under the skin. Most side effects are mild and resolve on their own.

Precautions

Patients should not use Sculptra if they are allergic to any of its ingredients. It should not be used by patients with a history of keloid formation or hypertrophic scarring. It is also not recommended for use in the lips.

See Also

• Dermal Fillers
• Cosmetic Surgery
• Collagen
• Facial Wrinkles

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