Sculptra Aesthetic - Collagen Replacement in Santa Barabara

SCULPTRA AESTHETIC IN SANTA BARBARA

Sculptra Aesthetic is a new type of facial injectable which helps to replace lost collagen (a key structural component that helps keep your skin youthful-looking and smooth). The additional collagen helps to correct the shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds that appear with aging.  The main ingredient of Sculptra is poly-L-lactic acid, a biocompatible, biodegradable synthetic material that has been used by physicians for decades. Results from Sculptra are seen gradually over 3 – 6 months and typically last over 2 years. It is an excellent option for clients who don’t need an immediate correction and are looking for longe lasting results than what is available with traditional dermal fillers. The following section answers some of the frequently asked questions about Sculptra. If you are interested in finding out more, please call us at 805-687-0212 to book a complimentary consultation. If you prefer, you may also fill out an online request form. One of our Spa Coordinators will then get in touch with you.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sculptra

Sculptra Aesthetic is a collagen stimulator. Collagen is a key structural component of your skin. As we age, our bodies tend to produce less collagen, which helps lead to wrinkles and older-looking faces.

The main ingredient of Sculptra is poly-L-lactic acid, a biocompatible, biodegradable synthetic material that has been used by physicians for decades. Once injected, Sculptra stimulates your body to produce more of its own collagen. Because of this, the results are not seen immediately, but gradually over a 3 to 6 month time period.

Most dermal fillers are liquid or gel substances such as hyaluronic acid. The results in filling wrinkles and contouring the skin with traditional fillers are immediate. The results last anywhere from 6 to 12 months or more, depending on the type of filler used and where it is placed. Sculptra works in a different way. The product does not provide any “filling” by itself. It works by stimulating the body to produce more of its own collagen. Though the results of Sculptra are not immediate, they last much longer (2 years or more).

Sculptra Aesthetic - Collagen Replacement in Santa Barabara

You are likely to be a good candidate for Sculptra if you:

• A) are experiencing a loss in facial collagen due to age and other environmental factors
• B) would like a product that produces long term results (2 years or more)
• C) are willing to commit to a series of treatment sessions (3 is average) and are okay with waiting 3 – 6 months to see final results

People who are not good candidates for Sculptra include those who are pregnant, nursing an infant, have a history of a bleeding disorder, have an autoimmune disease, or experience abnormal scarring.

Sculptra begins to work within the deep dermis, where the collagen that is stimulated to be produced helps to reinforce your skin’s structure. This reinforced collagen structure provides a foundation that gradually restores the look of fullness in facial wrinkles, folds, and depressions that have developed over time.

Final results are typically seen in 3 – 6 months and will usually last for more than 2 years.

In order to achieve the desired results, it is necessary to come in for a series of treatments that are usually performed 4 to 6 weeks apart. The number of treatments required can be anywhere from 2 to 4 treatments, but the average is 3.

Treatment time for each session is usually only about 30 minutes.

At Evolutions, we take great care to make our clients as comfortable as possible during all of our treatments. The clinician will use a very small needle to put a numbing agent into the areas where Sculptra will be injected. Consequently, most people consider the procedure to have a highly tolerable level of discomfort. You should not have to miss any work. There will likely be some minor initial swelling and pinkness in the areas where the product was injected, but for most people, this is not substantial enough to miss work. If there is any bruising, it should be able to be covered up with make-up by the next day.

Sculptra is FDA approved in the United States and has been used in over 30 countries around the world since 1999. The main ingredient in Sculptra, poly-L-lactic acid, has been used for years in dissolvable stitches and is naturally and safely absorbed by the body.

Sculptra Aesthetic - Collagen Replacement in Santa Barabara

The most commonly reported side effects are redness, swelling, tenderness, injection site pain or itching, bruising, and bleeding. In almost all cases any side effects are temporary.

Yes! Sculptra is used very effectively in combination with dermal fillers such as Restylane or Perlane and neuromodulators such as Dysport or Botox. Sculptra helps to stimulate long-lasting collagen production that supports the underlying skin structure. Other dermal fillers can fine-tune the shapes and contours of the face and lips. Neuromodulators work on dynamic wrinkles in areas such as the “frown lines”, “crow’s feet”, and forehead lines. In the hands of skilled injectors like those at Evolutions, all three treatment types can be used synergistically to create a natural and more youthful look.

Dr. Perkins has over 30 years of experience as a cosmetic surgeon and has performed tens of thousands of injection procedures during that time. As a surgeon, he has a complete understanding of facial anatomy, which is critical in knowing the best places for injections. Evolutions are also able to provide clients with numerous alternatives to meet their aesthetic goals, whether it is Sculptra, traditional dermal fillers, neuromodulators (Dysport or Botox), laser procedures, a surgical procedure (at Dr. Perkins’ surgical office), or some combination of this group. We will work with you to find the best option for your unique situation. Additionally, we put a premium on customer service and making our clients feel completely comfortable from the moment they walk in the door through any post-procedure follow-up. For these reasons, we have won “Best Medical Spa” in local polls every year since 2007.