Sculptra®
in Middletown, NJ
Our faces have a natural fullness when we are younger, but as we age, our facial features begin to change so that we look older and not as fresh. Board-certified Red Bank plastic surgeon Dr. John Taylor offers Sculptra® as a facial filler to return a youthful appearance to patients in Red Bank, NJ, who want to look younger.
What Is Sculptra®?
Sculptra® is an innovative facial filler that restores the natural volume in the face that we lose as we age. It is the first injectable facial filler that replaces the fat loss through a series of injections of a poly-L-lactic acid deep into the epidermis to increase skin thickness by producing collagen and return a more youthful appearance.
Benefits of Sculptra®
FDA approved since 2009, Sculptra® is often used by plastic surgeons and dermatologists to increase facial volume because of the following benefits:
- No allergy testing is required
- Long-lasting
- Stimulates the body to produce collagen
- No downtime or recovery period
- Results are gradual and not obvious
Patient Reviews
“I think Dr. Taylor is excellent. I went for a consult for my eyes and he was very honest and told me what he could and couldn’t do. I appreciate the fact that he was honest, as many Dr. would have taken my money. I will absolutely go to Allure for other things, ultherapy, etc. The staff were all wonderful and welcoming,the office was very nice. It was alll around a great experience.”
— Kelley B.
How Are Sculptra® Injections Performed?
Through a series of injections, Sculptra® is injected into targeted areas such as the temple, cheeks, chin, and the jawline to increase the volume of those areas. The treated areas are thoroughly massaged to evenly distribute the product around the area.
Each series of injections takes about 15 to 30 minutes to administer depending on the extent of the area to be treated. Additionally, to minimize any discomfort, injections sites are numbed with a local anesthetic. Immediately following each treatment, an ice pack is applied to the treated area to minimize swelling.
Although Sculptra® does not correct the cause of facial fat loss or diminish wrinkles, it helps improve the appearance of the skin by increasing its thickness in the treated area. With Sculptra®, most patients require three to six treatments spaced about one month apart to ensure the full benefits.
Preparing for Sculptra® Injections
For the most part, preparing for Sculptra injections takes very little time. It is important to do the following to help diminish and prevent redness and bruising at the injection sites:
- Stop smoking
- Stop taking aspirin and non-steroidal medicines such as ibuprofen along with vitamins and supplements
- Avoid tanning beds and other skin treatments such as waxing
Recovery from Sculptra® Injections
There is no recovery period with Sculptra® for most patients, which allows them to return to their normal activities immediately following the treatments. Some may experience slight redness at the injection sites which diminishes within a few hours. In the first few days following each treatment, it is important to massage the treated area to make sure the product is evenly distributed.
*We are now requesting that all filler patients arrive with a freshly washed face and no makeup. This is for your own safety to reduce the risk of infection/inflammation with filler products.
At Allure Plastic Surgery Center, Dr. John Taylor offers plastic and reconstructive surgery procedures as well as non-invasive advanced skin care treatments to patients in Red Bank, NJ, and the surrounding areas. Contact us to set up your consultation today.