SCULPTRA® ,also known as the “liquid facelift”, works by stimulating the body to produce new collagen and underlying tissue, thereby creating a fuller, more youthful appearance.  SCULPTRA™ is a synthetic injectable material known as “poly-L-lactic acid” which is biocompatible (a material that does not harm the body) and biodegradable (able to be broken down by the body). Though only FDA approved in the United States to correct facial wasting, Sculptra™ can be used “off-label” for “Facial Rejuvenation” to restore the fullness of your temples, cheeks, chin, glabella, eye areas, and hands.  Poly-L-lactic acid has been widely used for many years in dissolvable stitches, soft tissue implants, and other types of implants.

Do I need a skin test before being treated with Sculptra®?
No skin testing is required prior to use. You should notify your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to dissolvable stitches or the material used in Sculptra. 

Are the results from Sculptra® immediate?
No. At your first treatment visit, it may appear that Sculptra® worked immediately because of swelling from the injections and the water used to dilute Sculptra®. In a few days, when the swelling goes down and the water is absorbed by your body, you may look as you did before your treatment. Sculptra® takes time to gradually restore volume.   .

How many treatments are required?
Multiple sessions are often required and patients with severe facial fat loss may require 3 to 6 treatment sessions

How long do treatment results last?
Treatment results will differ for each person. In a clinical study, the treatment results lasted for up to 2 years after the first treatment session, in most patients. Touch-up treatments may be needed to maintain the desired effect.

Do injections of Sculptra® hurt?
As with any injection, injections with Sculptra® may hurt. Sculptra® is injected in small amounts using a very fine needle. Your doctor may apply a topical or local anesthetic.

What can I expect to happen at a treatment session?
Your doctor will answer all of your questions and prepare you for the treatment.

• Make-up should be removed.
• The area where the injections will be given will be cleaned with an antiseptic.
• You and your doctor will determine if a topical or local anesthetic is needed.
• Sculptra® will be injected in small amounts into the skin using a very fine needle. Multiple injections will be needed.
• An ice pack should be applied to the treatment area to help reduce swelling.

Please note:  The results of Sculptra™ are not immediate.  At your first treatment visit, it may appear that Sculptra worked immediately because of swelling from the injections and the water used to dilute Sculptra.  A few days following the treatment, when the swelling goes down and the water is absorbed by your body, you may look as you did before your treatment.  Sculptra takes time to gradually restore volume.

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