Are you searching for a method to recover your youthful look and have a better skin quality? If this is you, Sculptra injections may be the right choice. This is a sculptra injections services in Florida that is available in the market. Sculptra is a biostimulator, a type of injectable that promotes your body’s natural production of collagen that provides the skin with its structure, elasticity, and volume. Different from dermal fillers that just fill up the wrinkles and folds for a short period, Sculptra gradually works and lasts longer, and thus you get a natural and lasting result. This blog post will be all about Sculptra: what it is, how it works, who can benefit from it, and what one can expect from the treatment.

What is Sculptra and why should Sculptra be chosen instead of dermal filler?

Sculptra is a biostimulator injectable product that is made poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biodegradable and bio-compatible synthetic material. Sculptra is a liquid-consistency product, which is injected underneath the skin. There, it mixes with the tissues and causes collagen production. Collagen, a fibrous protein in the deep dermis, is the groundwork of our skin, and supports its shape, moisture, and elasticity. A lot of collagen is the main foundation of the skin being smooth and the look of youthfulness.

While dermal fillers are based on hyaluronic acid, which is a substance that is naturally found in the skin and other tissues, botox is a toxin that is used to paralyze muscles. Dermal fillers consist of gel-like substances that are created to hold their shapes. Dermal fillers are non-stimulant and act as volumizers that replace the lost volume. The positive results from the use of dermal fillers show from the start, but they fail to last for long, anywhere between 6 months to 18 months.

Both dermal filler and Sculptra are meant for a similar purpose of loss of volume and adding volume to the face to get rid of fine lines, folds, and wrinkles. The aging process, environmental factors, and our genetic heritage make us lose collagen at the rate of 1% annually after we have turned 20. The loss of collagen causes a thin skin which can be manifested in the formation of wrinkles and folds. However, Sculptra has some advantages over dermal filler, such as:

• Sculptra works gradually and subtly, giving you a natural and refined look that does not look overdone or artificial.

• Sculptra lasts longer than dermal filler, up to 25 months, as it stimulates your own collagen production, which is more durable and resilient than synthetic fillers.

• Sculptra can treat more areas than dermal filler, such as the temples, cheeks, jawline, chin, and even the buttocks, as it can create more volume and lift than dermal filler.

How does Sculptra work?

Sculptra is a bio-stimulating treatment that works by addressing the underlying cause of aging skin: loss of collagen. Once injected in the face (or buttocks), Sculptra stimulates the natural growth of new collagen, which leads to the restoration of facial volume over time and a dramatic improvement of the skin texture. Results are natural and become noticeable after 2-4 sessions (based on individual concerns). The effects of Sculptra can last up to 25 months.

Am I a good candidate for Sculptra?

Good candidates for Sculptra should have healthy immune systems and no history of keloid scars. Also, you should not have a medical condition that requires you to take blood thinners. Sculptra is a professional skin treatment for women of all skin types and ages who want to improve their skin quality and restore their youthful appearance. Sculptra can help you if you have:

• Hollow or sunken cheeks

• Deep nasolabial folds or smile lines

• Marionette lines or wrinkles around the mouth

• Sagging or drooping jawline

• Loss of chin definition

• Flat or deflated buttocks

What will happen with the Sculptra treatment?

Your provider will be taking necessary precautions such as using sterile precautions and numbing agents to make you feel comfortable and painless. Sculptra is a non-invasive injectable that is delivered in the face under ultrasound guidance (to prevent any complications) with the use of a microcannula. At first, we create an opening with the trocar needle, and then move the blunt cannula which is similar to the IV catheter into the target site to fill it with the product. Massage the treated area for 5 minutes, five times a day for 5 days after the treatment. This step should be the mandatory one to make the microparticles dispersed uniformly and to start the collagen.

What have I to do to be ready for Sculptra?

We suggest that you stay well hydrated by drinking at least eight glasses of water every 24 hours before the day of treatment. I kindly request that you refrain from applying make-up on the day of the procedure. We will perform a deep cleaning of your skin to avoid contamination. In addition, you are advised to abstain from any anti-inflammatory drugs, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen, at least one week before the treatment, as they may increase the risk of bruising or bleeding.

Is there any free time after the procedure of Sculptra?

Your injection sites will be mild but will heal in a week or so because the Sculptra will be fully integrated into your tissues. You may have some bruising, redness or itching after the procedure too, though these are temporary and normal. You need to perform cold treatments such as ice packs or cold compresses on the treated areas in order to reduce swelling and pain. Also, you should not overdo it with sun, heat and alcohol for 24 hours after the treatment because they can make your swelling and inflammation worse. You will be ready to go back to your routine and makeup the very next day. However, you should refrain from heavy exercise or facial massages for at least a whole week.