Sculptra™:

Sculptra™ is a synthetic injectable material known as “poly-L-lactic acid.” Poly-L-lactic acid is biocompatible (a material that does not harm the body) and biodegradable (able to be broken down by the body). Poly-L-lactic acid has been widely used for many years in dissolvable stitches, soft tissue implants, and other types of implants.

• Sculptra™ is injected below the surface of the skin in the area of fat loss.
• Sculptra™ provides a gradual increase in skin thickness. Visible results appear within the first few treatment sessions.
• Sculptra™ has been clinically proven to be an effective, well-tolerated, and long-lasting treatment for the signs of facial volume loss.

FAQ

Q: Do I need a skin test before being treated with Sculptra™?
A: No skin testing is required prior to use.

Q: Are the results from Sculptra™ immediate?
A: No. At your first treatment visit, it may appear that Sculptra™ worked immediately because of swelling from the injections and the water used to dilute Sculptra™. In a few days, when the swelling goes down and the water is absorbed by your body, you may look as you did before your treatment. Sculptra™ takes time to gradually correct the depression in your skin. Your health care provider will see you again in a few weeks to decide if you need more Sculptra™ injections.

Q: How many treatments are required?
A: Your healthcare provider will decide the appropriate number of treatment sessions and the amount of Sculptra™ you will need at each session. Patients with severe facial fat loss may require 3 to 6 treatment sessions.

Q: How long do treatment results last?
A: Treatment results will differ for each person. In a clinical study, the treatment results lasted for up to 2 years after the first treatment session, in most patients. Touch-up treatments may be needed to maintain the desired effect.