How Long Does Sculptra Fillers Last

Whether we like it or not aging is a must and with it comes fine lines, wrinkles and loose skin. This is because the body is losing its elasticity caused by the dropping levels of collagen in the skin.

Accompanying this for most people is a wrinkled chest, sagging jawline and neck. Lucky for us we are in the age where technology is picking up fast. There are various treatments and products that you can use to slow down the aging process but most of them the results are short lived.

Then there are sculptra fillers which not only address the issues on the surface of the skin but also the underlying issues too.

What is Sculptra fillers?

Sculptra fillers are different and unique from other dermal fillers which are made from hyaluronic acid and are typically used to treat one area only. The results are immediate but they only last at most for several months.

Sculptra is an injectable liquid made from synthetic lactic acid. The body produces lactic acid when you exercise. It helps in stimulating collagen production hence restoring the natural facial volume.

How does Sculptra work?

Sculptra is a powerful collagen stimulator which triggers your body to build its own collagen thus aiding tissue to volumize gradually. Since it helps the body to build its own collagen the results will start being visible from 4-6 months. 3-4 treatments are done every 6 weeks in order to achieve full facial rejuvenation. Sculptra needs patience and it is not for people who need instant gratification. After seeing the results you will definitely agree that the wait was worth it.

Which areas are treated?

The most common areas treated are the temple and sunken cheeks. Sculptra is also injected in the chest folds and chest wrinkles as well as on the jawline and the chin.

How long does Sculptra last?

Once the series or treatments are completed sculptra will last anywhere between 2-3 years. After this most patients only need one treatment a year. The sculptra results last way more than other fillers in the market today.

Who is the ideal candidate for Sculptra?

Sculptra treatments are mostly for middle aged men and women who are concerned about showing signs of aging or loss of volume due to weight loss.

What is the downtime?

The procedure takes about an hour to do and there no downtime as the patients can resume their normal activities immediately after the treatment.

What are the side effects?

There may be some swelling and possible but moderate bruising at the injection site but these normal subside within a week. There may also be itching, tenderness and redness. Those are the most common side effects but not every patient experiences them.

The best thing about sculptra is that most people won’t even know that you have had some work done but they will definitely say that you look different. This is because the optimal results of sculptra show up gradually rather than once.

Consult a qualified professional before embarking on the above treatment.