Our faces naturally lose fullness as we age. The cheeks may appear flatter, the skin might start to sag, and fine lines begin to deepen.
If you’re looking for a subtle, long-lasting way to restore youthful contours, you may want to give Sculptra® a try. At Southlake Plastic Surgery, our licensed medical aestheticians offer this injectable treatment to stimulate collagen and gradually rebuild lost facial volume.
What Is Sculptra?
Sculptra is an FDA-approved injectable made from poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA). PLLA is a biocompatible substance that has been safely used in dissolvable stitches and medical implants for decades.
Traditional dermal fillers like JUVÉDERM® immediately add fullness under the skin. Sculptra, on the other hand, promotes the body’s production of collagen – a protein and building block of the skin, muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments – over time.
How Sculptra Works
Once injected, Sculptra acts as a scaffold beneath the skin. It kickstarts collagen regeneration, increasing volume and improving skin firmness over several weeks to months.
Most patients need a series of 2-3 sessions, each spaced a few weeks apart, for optimal outcomes. While the changes are not instant, they are long-lasting. They often endure for up to two years or more.
What Areas Can Sculptra Treat?
Patients most frequently use Sculptra to target:
- Hollow cheeks and temples
- Smile lines and nasolabial folds
- Jawline definition
- General facial laxity due to aging
- Acne scars and skin texture irregularities
Because Sculptra works gradually, it’s ideal for those who want results that develop subtly over time.
What to Expect After Treatment
Sculptra injections are performed in-office with minimal downtime. You may have some mild swelling, bruising, or tenderness for a few days. Massaging the treated areas as directed helps with even distribution and prevents nodules.
Visible improvements are usually noticeable around 4–6 weeks after your session and will become more apparent as collagen production increases.
Schedule Your Sculptra Consultation in Southlake, TX
Are you interested in restoring facial volume with a natural look and lasting results? Contact Southlake Plastic Surgery in Southlake, Texas, to find out if Sculptra is right for you. Call 817-442-8900 or schedule your consultation online today.
