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Sculptra

Sculptra

Sculptra® is a biostimulatory filler based on poly-L-lactic acid, designed to naturally stimulate collagen production and visibly improve skin structure. Unlike traditional fillers, it works deep within the skin by activating fibroblasts, delivering gradual, natural, and long-lasting results. Recommended for those seeking firmer, more compact, and elastic skin, Sculptra is one of the most advanced facial aesthetic treatments available in Milan. Ideal for progressive rejuvenation, without drastic changes and with results that improve over time.

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Treatment Overview

Appropriate for

For those who desire rejuvenation that evolves over time, gradually stimulating collagen to improve skin naturally.

Related to

Golden Age: Non-Surgical Lift, Hand Rejuvenation, Aging Skin Revitalization, Chest Rejuvenation

Age

30+

Procedure Details

30-45 minutes per session

Sessions and frequency

Multiple sessions typically required, spaced 4-6 weeks apart

Precautions

Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or those with active skin infections

Plan Your Treatment

Select your preferred time and date

About the Treatment

SCULPTRA: GRADUAL RESTORATION OF FACIAL VOLUME

Sculptra is an innovative injectable treatment designed to address facial volume loss and restore a more youthful appearance. Unlike traditional dermal fillers, Sculptra works by stimulating the body's natural collagen production, providing long-lasting and natural-looking results. This advanced treatment is particularly effective for treating deep facial wrinkles, folds, and areas of volume loss.

How Sculptra Works

The main component of Sculptra is poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biocompatible and biodegradable substance used in medical applications for decades. When injected into targeted facial areas, Sculptra acts as a collagen stimulator, gradually promoting new collagen production by the body. This helps restore volume and improve skin texture over time, achieving progressive improvement that can last up to two years and beyond.

Treatment Areas

Sculptra is versatile and can be used to address various areas of facial volume loss, including:

  • Nasolabial folds (smile lines)
  • Marionette lines (lines running from mouth corners to chin)
  • Chin wrinkles
  • Temples
  • Cheeks
  • Jawline

The Treatment

A Sculptra treatment session typically lasts about 30-45 minutes. The procedure involves a series of small injections in targeted areas. To ensure patient comfort, a topical anesthetic may be applied before treatment. Most patients require a series of treatments, usually spaced about 4-6 weeks apart, to achieve optimal results. The number of sessions needed can vary depending on individual factors and the extent of volume loss.

Results and Recovery

One of Sculptra's unique aspects is its gradual action. While some improvements may be noticed immediately after treatment due to the initial volume of the injected solution, true results develop over several months as new collagen is produced. This gradual improvement contributes to a natural-looking result. There is minimal recovery time associated with Sculptra treatments. Patients may experience slight swelling, redness, or bruising at injection sites, but these effects typically subside within a few days. Most individuals can return to normal activities immediately after the procedure.

Long-lasting Results

Sculptra results can last up to two years or more, making it a long-term solution for facial rejuvenation. Since the treatment stimulates the body's own collagen production, effects tend to be more lasting than traditional hyaluronic acid-based fillers. To maintain optimal results, touch-up treatments may be recommended every 1-2 years.

Ideal Candidates

Sculptra is suitable for both men and women experiencing facial volume loss and seeking a more youthful appearance without surgery. It's particularly effective for individuals from their 30s onward who notice signs of facial aging such as hollowing in the cheeks, temples, or under-eye areas. A consultation with a qualified professional is essential to determine if Sculptra is the right treatment option based on individual needs and goals.

Plan Your Treatment

Select your preferred time and date

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the result times compared to other treatments?

Traditional fillers offer immediate but temporary results, while Sculptra works over time, with results gradually visible in the following weeks and can last up to 24 months or more.

How is Sculptra different from traditional fillers?

Unlike fillers that immediately fill treated areas with substances like hyaluronic acid, Sculptra acts as a biostimulator, stimulating natural collagen for progressive and lasting rejuvenation.

Why is Sculptra more expensive than other injectable treatments?

It may be more expensive than traditional fillers, but its price is justified by long-term benefits. Thanks to its ability to stimulate natural collagen, Sculptra offers gradual and lasting results, with effects that can persist up to 24 months or more, surpassing fillers in terms of longevity. Although the initial investment is higher, the duration and quality of results make Sculptra a highly cost-effective option for those seeking natural and progressive rejuvenation.

Does Sculptra replace traditional fillers?

No, it serves a different purpose. Sculptra doesn’t provide immediate volume; instead, it regenerates tissue from within, delivering more natural and progressive results.

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