Sculptra Services In Barrie
Sculptra filler is an injectable cosmetic filler, a longer lasting alternative to traditional dermal fillers. 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 Sculptra treatments in Barrie work gradually, stimulating your body's own collagen production to support volume and skin quality over time.
Sculptra 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 is Sculptra?
Sculptra is an injectable made from poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a synthetic, biocompatible material. Rather than adding volume directly, it stimulates your body's own collagen production, so results build gradually over several months. It is used to address volume loss, fine lines, skin laxity and overall skin quality, and its results last significantly longer than those of hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers.
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. Sculptra is injected beneath the skin with a very fine needle. 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 Sculptra Helps With:
- Volume loss due to aging
- Fine lines
- Skin laxity
- Overall skin quality
In addition, specialized techniques can be done with Sculptra such as:
- Contouring of the face (focusing on adding volume to the cheeks)
- Soft Lift
Post-Treatment Care - Sculptra
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
- Avoid excessive rubbing or manipulation of the skin as the gel is quite moveable for the first few days after treatment
Frequently Asked Questions On Sculptra
Sculptra is an injectable made from poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) that stimulates your body's own collagen production rather than adding volume directly. It works gradually over months, and its results last significantly longer than those of HA fillers.
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. Sculptra isn'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.
Sculptra may not be suitable if you have an active skin infection at the injection site, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have an allergy to PLLA or any of its components. It also isn't the right choice if you want immediate results, as the response is gradual. Your provider will review this with you at your consultation.
