SculptraŽ
SculptraŽ is different than other fillers in that it is felt to recruit your own tissue buildup over months. A minimum of three treatments is usually recommended to fill areas where the skin has thinned and fat has been lost. Where the fillers above are good for deep creases like the folds on the sides of your nose and mouth, Sculptra is best for sunken cheeks, building cheekbones and larger area hollows.
SculptraŽ is poly-L-lactic acid, a synthetic substance. It is not made from human or animal sources and does not have a significant degree of allergy associated with it so a skin test is not required. Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) is a biocompatible (does not harm the body), biodegradable (able to be broken down by the body) material that has been widely used for many years in surgical products. The effects were shown in a clinical study to last for up to 2 years after the first treatment. These treatments are usually done once a month for three months and then once a year thereafter.
While SculptraŽ is long lasting, a small negative is that in some people small bumps can be felt under the skin. Most people, however, appreciate its ability to restore areas where skin thinning and fat loss are unsightly such as the backs of the hands.
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