Biostimulator Services In Barrie
Biostimulators are injectable treatments that work with your body rather than simply filling in volume. During our youth, our bodies naturally produce high levels of collagen and hyaluronic acid resulting in smooth and supple skin. However, as time passes and natural aging processes occur, these components decrease, leading to aging skin and decreased definition. This can result in the loss of structure and volume, leading to unwelcome lines and deep wrinkles. Our Biostimulator services in Barrie work gradually, stimulating your body's own collagen production to support volume and skin quality over time.
Biostimulators At A Glance
Procedure Length
60 - 90 minutes
Technique
Injection
Permanence
Results develop over 3 - 6 months; can last 2+ years
Pain Level
Minimal
Recovery Time
Minimal
Anesthesia
Numbing Cream
What Are Biostimulators?
Biostimulators are injectable treatments that stimulate your body's own collagen production rather than adding volume directly, so results build gradually over several months. They are used to address volume loss, fine lines, skin laxity and overall skin quality, and their results last significantly longer than those of hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers. Biostimulators we offer include Sculptra (poly-L-lactic acid), Radiesse (calcium hydroxylapatite) and HarmonyCa.
After a consultation with the practitioner, a numbing cream or injectable freezing will be offered to help you stay as comfortable as possible. Appointments take about 60–90 minutes, depending on the area treated. Your practitioner injects the product beneath the skin. Results develop gradually over 3–6 months as your body produces new collagen, and most people need 2–4 sessions for their initial course, followed by annual maintenance.
What Biostimulators Help With:
- Volume loss due to aging
- Fine lines
- Skin laxity
- Overall skin quality
Post-Treatment Care - Biostimulators
Following the treatment, patients can expect minor swelling or bruising around the treatment area. With that being said, most people are able to return to normal daily routines immediately afterwards.
After treatments, we advise our patients to:
- Keep the treatment area clean and avoid putting on makeup for at least 6 hours to guard against infection
- Avoid alcohol, Advil, aspirin, & physical activity for 24 hours after injection
Frequently Asked Questions On Biostimulators
Biostimulators are injectables that stimulate your body's own collagen production rather than adding volume directly. They work gradually over months, and their results last significantly longer than those of HA fillers.
We offer Sculptra, Radiesse and HarmonyCa. Your provider will recommend the right option for your goals at your consultation.
Most people have 2–4 sessions for their initial course, followed by annual maintenance. Your provider will recommend a plan at your consultation.
Results develop gradually over about 3–6 months as your body builds new collagen. Biostimulators aren't designed for immediate results.
Results can last more than two years. Many patients have annual maintenance, and your provider will advise on timing.
Downtime is minimal. Minor swelling or bruising around the treatment area is possible, and most people return to their normal routine right away. Please avoid makeup for at least 6 hours, and avoid alcohol, Advil, aspirin and physical activity for 24 hours afterwards.
Biostimulators may not be suitable if you have an active skin infection at the injection site, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have an allergy to the product's components (PLLA or CaHA). They also aren't the right choice if you want immediate results, as the response is gradual. Your provider will review this with you at your consultation.
