Sculptra

Sculptra (brand name) is an injectable dermal filler primarily used to address facial volume loss, enhance skin structure, and specifically stimulate collagen production over time. It works with your body’s natural processes to rebuild and maintain facial volume by stimulating collagen growth, offering a more sustainable enhancement as opposed to temporary fillers that simply add volume without stimulating the underlying skin structure.

What is a Sculptra?

What to expect at your appointment?

Generally, several treatment sessions are needed to achieve optimal results, often spaced 4-6 weeks apart. Unlike traditional fillers, which provide immediate results, Sculptra's results develop over a few months and can last 2-3 years, with some patients experiencing even longer-lasting improvements. This makes it a good option for people seeking more long-term solutions to volume loss.

As with all of our treatments, you and your injection will consult and address all of your questions before proceeding. Numbing cream and ice are typically used for this series of injections to minimize discomfort.

Make sure to prepare appropriately for your appointment to maximize effectiveness and minimize potential side effects.

  • Avoid aspirin, vitamin E, St. John’s Wort, fish oil and other dietary supplements including: ginkgo, evening primrose oil, garlic, feverfew, and ginseng for 1-2 weeks.  These have a blood thinning effect and increase the risk of bruising.

  • Avoid ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and alcohol for 2 days.

  • Take oral Arnica Montana tablets and bromelain (pineapple enzyme), 5 days prior to injections to minimize the risk of bruising.  We have Silagen available which is a capsule containing both arnica and bromelain.  Continue taking these supplements for +/-3 days after injections to aid in the healing process.

  • If possible, come to your appointment with a cleanly washed face without makeup.

  • Stay relaxed. While some anxiety is natural, know that you are in skilled hands and trust the process!

precare information

aftercare information

  • Massage the treated areas 5 times a day for about 5 minutes for 5 days after treatment.

  • Gentle hold ice packs on the treated areas gently for about 3-5 minutes a few times that day.

  • Avoid strenuous workouts and alcohol for 24 hours if possible.

  • Avoid facials or massages for 2 weeks after your filler procedure.

  • If bruising occurs, continue oral Arnica Montana tablets and bromelain (pineapple enzyme)

  • A few days after treatment, you will look as you did before treatment. This is normal, over time, Sculptra will replace lost collagen.