Sculptra

Sculptra®

An Injectable Biostimulator in Lakeway, TX

In the world of dermal fillers, Sculptra® Aesthetic stands out as a product that stimulates rejuvenation from within. Normally, fillers diminish wrinkles and restore volume by directly plumping up the skin. Sculptra® Aesthetic is different. As a type of biostimulatory injectable, it doesn’t just fill — it triggers collagen production in your skin to give you a naturally youthful look.

One of the primary causes of facial wrinkles and sagging skin is the loss of collagen, the skin’s structural protein. It’s normal for collagen production to decline with age, but there are also ways to slow down and offset this process. One way is with cosmetic treatments like Sculptra® Aesthetic, available at Wink Medical Aesthetics in Lakeway, TX.

What Is Sculptra® Aesthetic?

Sculptra® Aesthetic is a long-lasting and semi-permanent biostimulatory filler developed to restore facial fullness and create smooth, wrinkle-free skin.

This FDA-approved product works with your skin’s natural collagen production process. By evenly injecting Sculptra® Aesthetic into different areas of the face, we can counteract global volume loss, treat widespread skin laxity and diminish prominent wrinkling. It is an ideal choice for patients who have lost volume in the lower third of their face or around the temples.

The Sculptra® Aesthetic treatment takes place over several sessions, and the results come on gradually over six to twelve weeks. Although patience is needed with this treatment, the wait is worthwhile because you will enjoy your results for two to four years.

What Makes Sculptra® Aesthetic Different?

Many injectable fillers work by literally filling up crevices and hollows with hydrating ingredients. Sculptra® Aesthetic, on the other hand, creates a smoother and fuller appearance by boosting the body’s natural production of skin-tightening collagen.

Because it rejuvenates using the body’s natural processes, the results last much longer than with other popular fillers — two to four years instead of six to 12 months.

The Science

The active ingredient in Sculptra® Aesthetic is poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA). It is a synthetic polymer, similar in structure to absorbable sutures.

When injected into the skin, PLLA initially triggers an inflammatory response that prompts the body to break it down and absorb it. Because of its large molecular size, its breakdown is slow and gradual, occurring over several months. This, in turn, stimulates the body’s healing response, including the production of new collagen. New collagen means tighter, smoother and younger-looking skin.

Although poly-L-lactic acid is a synthetic material, it is biocompatible, biodegradable and does not cause an immunological reaction. It has been tested thoroughly in clinical trials for safety and efficiency.

The Results

Sculptra® Aesthetic can correct global volume loss, especially in the lower third of the face. More specifically, it can help improve:

• Smile lines
• Marionette lines
• Cheek wrinkles
• Hollowed cheeks
• Hollowed temples
• Chin wrinkles
• Mild jowls
• Uneven skin texture
• Dull skin tone

You may notice greater fullness two to three days post-treatment, but this is primarily due to your body’s inflammatory response to the product. Full results appear gradually over several weeks and can last for many years.

Request a Sculptra® Aesthetic Consultation

What do we do when Botox® and dermal fillers aren’t enough? Sculptra® Aesthetic is the answer. Whether it’s a result of dramatic weight loss or just getting older, Sculptra® Aesthetic can produce beautiful results for patients who lack the facial structure, support and volume necessary for other injectables to make a significant difference.

Find out if Sculptra® Aesthetic is right for you by visiting Wink Medical Aesthetics for a consultation. We look forward to seeing you soon!