SCULPTRA
WHAT IS SCULPTRA?
SCULPTRA is a sterile, injectable, biocompatible, biodegradable material that is made of very small particles of a synthetic polymer named “poly-L-lactic acid” (PLLA), carboxymethylcellulose (USP), non-pyrogenic mannitol (USP) and sterile water for injection (USP). While the time needed for SCULPTRA to resorb in humans is not known, in rabbits, particles were visible over one year after injection.
WHO MIGHT BENEFIT FROM TREATMENT WITH SCULPTRA?
SCULPTRA is intended for use in people with healthy immune systems. SCULPTRA is injected in or under the facial skin through a small needle. SCULPTRA may be used to correct shallow to deep nasolabial fold contour deficiencies and other facial wrinkles. It is also used to correct fine lines and wrinkles in the cheek region.
A treatment regimen of SCULPTRA varies on the needs of the patient. SCULPTRA may provide cosmetic correction of fold contour deficiencies, facial wrinkles, and fine lines.
HOW DOES SCULPTRA WORK?
Collagen production in the body decreases as you get older and/or are exposed to the sun.
Wrinkles are one of the first visible signs of this. SCULPTRA is injected into the deep layer of the skin where collagen naturally exists and is made. SCULPTRA works by initially filling a wrinkle with small PLLA beads. As the beads biodegrade, the body may produce new collagen where SCULPTRA is injected.
WHERE CAN SCULPTRA BE INJECTED?
Sculptra can be injected in different areas such as the neck and face among others. For more information, please consult with your provider.
