Sculptra Injection, Packaging Type : Box

Sculptra is an injectable dermal filler made from poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a synthetic, biocompatible material that stimulates your body's own collagen production to restore volume and correct wrinkles. It is different from other fillers because it provides gradual, natural-looking results over time, rather than immediate plumping, and the effects can last for two years or more. The product comes as a sterile powder that is reconstituted with sterile water before injection and is used to treat deep wrinkles, folds, and volume loss in areas like the face, buttocks, and hips. 

Product composition and preparation

Key ingredient: The primary active ingredient is poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA).

Other components: It also contains carboxymethylcellulose and non-pyrogenic mannitol, and is mixed with sterile water for injection before use.

Preparation: The sterile dry powder is reconstituted by adding sterile water to create a suspension for injection. 

How it works

Collagen stimulator: Sculptra is a biostimulator, meaning it doesn't provide immediate volume like a hyaluronic acid filler. Instead, it prompts the fibroblasts in your skin to produce new collagen.

Gradual results: The PLLA particles are gradually absorbed by the body over time, leaving behind the newly generated collagen, which restores fullness and structure to the skin.

Treatment process: The results are gradual, appearing over several weeks to months and typically requiring two to three sessions spaced about four to six weeks apart. 

What it treats

Facial wrinkles and folds: Deep wrinkles, nasolabial folds, and marionette lines.

Volume loss: Sunken cheeks, temples, and other facial areas.

Contouring: Can be used to redefine contours of the face.

Body areas: Can be used in areas such as the buttocks, hips, décolletage, and dorsal hand to correct volume deficiencies and improve contours. 

Important considerations

FDA approved: Sculptra Aesthetic was approved by the FDA for treating deep wrinkles and folds in individuals with healthy immune systems.

Side effects: Possible side effects include swelling, redness, pain, and bruising at the injection site. Lumps and discoloration have also been reported.

Downtime: Typically, minimal downtime is required, and patients can resume normal activities soon after.

Longevity: Results are long-lasting, with effects potentially lasting for two years or more after treatment is completed.