Sculptra Treatments and All They Entail

No one likes the physical changes that accompany getting older. As you grow older, your body produces fewer and fewer cells; therefore, your skin may begin to sag or wrinkle. This is where cosmetic procedures come in handy. They enable you to get rid of unwanted features from your face and other body parts, giving a fresher appearance. An example of such a procedure is Kingwood Sculptra. More about this cosmetic technique and its benefits are discussed below.

What is Sculptra?

Sculptra is a dermal filler used as an injectable for the past twenty years. The FDA first accredited it as a solution to lipoatrophy, which affects persons with HIV. This condition causes significant fat loss in your face, leading to deep folds, indentations, and sunken cheeks. It has since been approved as an effective and safe way for dermatologists to treat folds and wrinkles on the face.

Sculptra is primarily made up of poly-L-lactic acid responsible for stimulating collagen production, giving natural-looking, long-lasting results for at least two years.

People with medical issues that result in irregular scarring or those allergic to any of its constituents are not recommended to undergo this treatment as it may be ineffective or unsafe.

Sculptra Treatment

The first consultation with a qualified physician involves the patient providing information on their entire medical history, including allergies and underlying medical issues.

The procedure begins with your physician mapping out places for injection on your skin and cleaning them. A topical anesthetic eliminates any discomfort. Multiple tiny injections are then applied to your skin. Normal activities may be resumed after treatment but only with your physician’s approval.

Areas that get Sculptra treatment

Sculptra can clinically treat wrinkles around the nose and mouth, smile lines, chin wrinkles, and eliminate facial wrinkles. Other off-label uses of Sculptra include:

·         Cellulite correction

·         Nonsurgical buttock augmentation or butt lift

·         Correction of elbow, chest, and knee wrinkles

For people looking to bulk up their bodies, Sculptra is known to be effective. It creates the look of definition and extra muscle mass on the:

·         Thighs

·         Glutes

·         Triceps

·         Biceps

·         Pectorals

This treatment is not advisable to be used on your lips or eyes.

Side effects and Risks

It is typical for the injected area to experience some bruising and swelling. Other common side effects include:

·         Tenderness

·         Redness

·         Bleeding

·         Pain

·         Bumps

·         Itching

Bruising and swelling side effects can be alleviated by applying a cold pack to the affected area. Other rare but possible side effects include skin discoloration and lumps beneath the skin. This effect is associated with the depth in which the injection is performed. This further enhances the need for a qualified physician to determine the depth in which the least amount of side effects may occur.

Unlike other cosmetic procedures, Sculptra treatment has many uses other than aesthetic reasons. This makes it a multipurpose procedure and its results have been proven for some time now. For any Sculptra inquiries, visit us online, or call our offices in Kingwood, TX.