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Sculptra is a long-lasting, FDA approved treatment for the replacement of lost collagen, which is the foundation of your face. Sculptra can last up to 2 years and beyond. Sculptra is injected into the face in areas where volume has been lost, and stimulates your body to build up its own collagen. What is Sculptra and how does it work?Sculptra Aesthetic is a new type of facial injectable made from poly-L-lactic acid, which helps your body to replace lost collagen. Collagen is the building block that keeps your skin looking youthful and smooth; it is the foundation to your face. The main ingredient is a biocompatible, biodegradable synthetic material that has been used by physicians for decades. What areas can be treated with Sculptra Aesthetic?Sculptra Aesthetic helps correct shallow to deep facial wrinkles, and folds, that appear with aging. It can be placed in the temples, cheeks, nasolabial folds, lower face, jaw line, and mid face. Sculptra cannot be placed in the lips. What is the injection process of Sculptra and does it hurt?Topical numbing cream is applied to your skin prior to injections, as well as, a local anesthetic that is mixed in with the Sculptra for a more comfortable treatment. How much downtime can be expected with Sculptra Aesthetics?There is virtually no downtime with Sculptra, however with any injection there is always a risk of some bruising. What should I expect the results of Sculptra to be?
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