Orlando Plastic Surgery & Botox
Orlando / Lake Mary

The thinning of skin happens as we age. When we lose this tissue our skin will appear to have sunken areas and folds. Sculptra® [poly-L-lactic acid] is a safe, synthetic and biocompatible material related to alpha hydroxyl acids [fruit acids]. I inject this biocompatible material below the surface of the skin in areas that have suffered fat loss. Usually this happens in the cheeks and temples.

“I usually see a significant increase in skin thickness because your body is stimulated to produce collagen after an injection. This will improve sunken areas and folds in the skin,” says Dr. Gross.

Many results can last up to 2 years. This is a very safe procedure and has been used by more thank 150,000 patients in over 30 countries worldwide. It was approved in 2004 for use within the United States for the treatment of skin wrinkling and volume loss of the face.

• What is Sculptra Aesthetic?
  Sculptra Aesthetic is the first facial injectable that can give you noticeable results that emerge subtly. It replaces lost collagen to give you a more natural-looking appearance without giving you away. A full treatment of Sculptra Aesthetic — on average, 3 injection sessions over a few months, can last up to 2 years.*
• How long has Sculptra Aesthetic been on the market?
  Sculptra Aesthetic has been used worldwide since 1999, in over 150,000 women, under the trade names New-Fill^™ and Sculptra. In 2009, the FDA granted approval in the U.S. for the correction of shallow to deep nasolabial fold (smile lines) contour deficiencies and other facial wrinkles, which are treated with the appropriate injection technique in healthy people.
• How does Sculptra Aesthetic work?
  Sculptra Aesthetic works to target the underlying causes of the signs of aging such as collagen loss. Sculptra Aesthetic is a facial injectable that works gradually in a series of treatments — an average of 3 injection sessions over a period of a few months — to produce a refined, more youthful-looking appearance. During the course of your Sculptra Aesthetic treatments, collagen is replaced. Over time, you’ll notice changes to your face that can last up to 2 years.* Learn more.
• What is Sculptra Aesthetic made of?
  Sculptra Aesthetic is made of a synthetic material called poly-L-lactic acid, which works to replace lost collagen. Poly-L-lactic acid is safe — absorbed naturally by the body — and has been used for years in dissolvable stitches.
• What parts of the face does Sculptra Aesthetic treat?
  Sculptra Aesthetic replaces lost collagen in the mid to lower face and chin area. It treats these 3 areas:
  • — Deep folds between the nose and the mouth (nasolabial folds)
  • — The lines framing your mouth (marionette lines)
  • — Chin wrinkles and jawline weakness
  • –  Sunken cheekbones and mid-face volume loss

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• How long does Sculptra Aesthetic treatment last?
  Sculptra Aesthetic is the first facial injectable with results that can last up to 2 years* after your last treatment.
• Are the results from Sculptra Aesthetic immediate?
  No. Because Sculptra Aesthetic targets the underlying causes of the signs of facial aging, it can give you noticeable results that emerge subtly and can last for up to 2 years.* Some visible improvements can be seen within the first few weeks of treatment, but the Sculptra Aesthetic regimen is designed to deliver its unique effects, with an average of 3 treatment sessions, over the course of a few months. And because results happen gradually, you’ll see subtle yet noticeable results in the appearance of facial wrinkles and folds.**
• How do I know if Sculptra Aesthetic is right for me?
  If you want subtle yet noticeable results, Sculptra Aesthetic may be right for you. Sculptra Aesthetic is injected beneath the skin and works to gradually replace lost collagen, targeting the underlying cause of the signs of facial aging, for results that can last up to 2 years.*

To learn more about Sculptra in Orlando, call Primera Plastic Surgery 407.333.3040 and speak to one of our helpful professionals. You may be a candidate for Sculptra® aesthetic in Orlando.

What are possible effects of Sculptra®?
The main side effect of Sculptra is the development of small bumps in the skin. These bumps are generally not visible but can be felt as small pea sized bumps when the skin is pressed. Much less frequent is the development of visual bumps at injection sites. Other side effects related to injections such as swelling, infection and tenderness can occur.

How is Sculptra® different from other products I have heard of?
Traditional injectable fillers typically contain hyaluronic acid or collagen. They fill in lines and fill spaces. Sculptra® actually thickens the skin and subcutaneous tissues by stimulating the growth of the body’s own collagen. Sculptra® is  poly- L- galactic acid,  a natuarally occurring substance in the body.

How many treatments of Sculptra® are needed? When will the improvement begin?
Most patients require 4 or more treatments. After each monthly treatment treatment there is immediate improvement that is related to swelling. This goes down after a few days. There is then a gradual improvement seen as your system is stimulated to produce collagen Each additional treatment will result in further, gradual improvement.

How long do Sculptra® results last?
The results vary from patient to patient but many report improvements with Sculptra lasting 2 years or longer.

Are the treatments with Sculptra® painful?
No. There is some minor discomfort with the injections. However, there is anesthetic mixed in with the Sculptra® that numbs the areas that are being treated. We also use a topical numbing cream and ice pack on the skin to minmize discomfort. Most patients tolerate the procedure very well.

What will happen after Sculptra® treatment? Will I need time off work?
There will be some redness and swelling after the treatment. This will require some treatment with an ice pack for few minutes and will last a few days. As with any procedure where there are multiple injections, there is a risk of bruising. This may last for a day or two. Following Sculptra treatments, the patient  must thoroughly massage the area for 5 minutes five times per day for ~5 days. This is done to spread the injected medication evenly and minimze nodules formation – rare. Dr. Gross performs Sculptra® in our Orlando Lake Mary office daily. Sculptra® is used to add volume to the cheeks and face for patients in the Orlando area.

Sculptra has really made a big difference for me. My face is fuller and my cheeks look better. I just like the natural results and I’m glad I met Dr. Gross. The best. Primera staff is very helpful too.

Thanks for my younger face,

Scott