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SCULPTRA AESTHETIC™ Facial contouring and volumizing for hands
A full list of questions about SculptraAesthetic
| Before Treatment: | |
| Q: | What is SculptraAesthetic? |
| A: | The main ingredient in SculptraAesthetic is poly-L-lactic acid, or PLLA. PLLA has been used safely for decades in dissolvable stitches, and as a facial injectable in Europe since 1999. It's been in use in the United States since 2004. The body gradually and naturally absorbs poly-L-lactic acid as it works to replace lost collagen. |
| Q: | Is SculptraAesthetic FDA approved? |
| A: | Yes. The FDA has approved SculptraAesthetic for the correction of shallow to deep nasolabial fold (smile lines) and other facial wrinkles, which are treated with the appropriate injection technique in healthy people. |
| Q: | Is SculptraAesthetic natural? Will getting the injections harm my body? |
| A: | The main ingredient in SculptraAesthetic is poly-L-lactic acid, or PLLA, a synthetic material. It's not made from human or animal sources. It is biocompatible, which means it will not harm your body. It's also biodegradable, meaning the body can easily break it down. PLLA has been used in dissolvable stitches and medical implants for more than 25 years. |
| Q: | Do I need an allergy or skin test? |
| A: | No skin testing is required prior to using SculptraAesthetic. |
| Q: | How does SculptraAesthetic work? |
| A: | SculptraAesthetic 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. It begins to work within the deep dermis, where your skin's structure is reinforced as SculptraAesthetic helps to replace lost collagen. This reinforced collagen structure provides a foundation that gradually restores the look of fullness of your shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds that have depleted over time. The result? SculptraAesthetic is different because it gradually and subtly corrects these facial wrinkles and folds. This can provide a refined, more youthful-looking appearance that can last up to two years. Of course, individual results may vary. |
| Q: | How does facial collagen loss affect my appearance? |
| A: | Collagen loss is a key factor in aging. Collagen acts as a support structure for your skin. As time goes on, collagen isn't replaced as readily as it once was. SculptraAesthetic works by gradually replacing lost collagen to help correct shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds. And it gives you long-lasting results that can last up to two years. Of course, individual results may vary. |
| Q: | How much do the treatments cost? |
| A: | SculptraAesthetic treatment regimens vary according to individual needs. So the cost will depend in part on the number of visits needed and the amount of SculptraAesthetic required. During your consultation, our physician will give you a facial assessment and we can provide you with an estimate. When considering cost, it's also useful to consider how long specific treatments last. With SculptraAesthetic, the results can last up to two years. Of course, results and treatment sessions vary per patient. But, while considering your options, the length of time you'll enjoy the results can be weighed against the cost of treatment. |
| Q: | Who sells SculptraAesthetic? |
| A: | SculptraAesthetic is distributed by Dermik Laboratories, a business of sanofi-aventis U.S. LLC, a leading global pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, produces, and markets innovative therapies that enhance people's lives. |
| Q: | I heard Sculptra is used for HIV patients. Can you tell me more about that? |
| A: | Sculptra is approved by the FDA for restoration and correction of the signs of facial fat loss in people with HIV. It is the first FDA-approved product of its kind for this condition. |
| How is SculptraAesthetic different?: | |
| Q: | How is SculptraAesthetic different? |
| A: | SculptraAesthetic is not a traditional filler. It's different because it gradually and subtly corrects shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds, creating a refined, natural-looking appearance. It can provide results that can last up to two years. Of course, individual results vary for each patient. |
| Q: | What's the difference between SculptraAesthetic and Botox© Cosmetic? |
| A: | SculptraAesthetic and Botox Cosmetic are different from one another and are not interchangeable. The main ingredient in SculptraAesthetic is poly-L-lactic acid, which is both biocompatible and biodegradable. SculptraAesthetic gradually replaces lost collagen to correct facial wrinkles and folds. Botox temporarily weakens and paralyzes facial muscles, thereby smoothing frown lines. Speak to your physician for more details. |
| Q: | I've seen some treatments that leave faces with a frozen look. What's different about SculptraAesthetic? |
| A: | SculptraAesthetic is not a "quick fix." It doesn't provide immediate results. Instead, it works to gradually replace lost collagen. And because it works gradually, you can get noticeable yet natural-looking results that can last up to two years. Of course, individual results vary for each patient. |
| Q: | What's the difference between traditional fillers (collagen or hyaluronic acid) and SculptraAesthetic? |
| A: | SculptraAesthetic is different from traditional fillers. Traditional fillers plump up the wrinkle. Unlike fillers that use collagen or hyaluronic acid to fill the space below wrinkles, SculptraAesthetic begins to work within the deep dermis, where your skin's structure is reinforced as it helps to replace lost collagen. This reinforced collagen structure provides a foundation that gradually restores the look of fullness of your shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds that have depleted over time. The result? SculptraAesthetic is different because it gradually and subtly corrects these facial wrinkles and folds. |
| Who Is a Good Candidate for Treatment? | |
| Q: | How do I know if SculptraAesthetic is right for me? |
| A: | With all the treatment options out there, it's important to know what you want to get out of treatment. If you want a look that's not obvious and doesn't look like you've had work done, then SculptraAesthetic may be right for you. SculptraAesthetic works gradually to replace lost collagen. It can give you noticeable results that emerge subtly and can last up to two years. Of course, individual results may vary. If any of these benefits are important to you, then you may want to schedule a consultation. We can arrange for our physician to give you a facial assessment and help determine if SculptraAesthetic is right for you.
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| Q: | I want to soften my facial wrinkles, but I want it to look natural. What treatment do you recommend? |
| A: | If you're looking for gradual effects that work over time, then SculptraAesthetic may be a good option for you. Unlike some injectable treatments that can start filling facial wrinkles and folds almost instantly, SculptraAesthetic gradually replaces lost collagen. The gradual results are natural looking and can last up to two years. Of course, individual results may vary. |
| Q: | I've heard SculptraAesthetic gives you a more youthful appearance without looking like you've had work done. Is that true? |
| A: | Yes, SculptraAesthetic is designed to give you noticeable results that emerge subtly. So the results won't give you away. After all, you didn't age overnight. So why should you anti-age overnight? |
| Q: | What parts of the face does SculptraAesthetic treat best? |
| A: | SculptraŽAesthetic is indicated 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. SculptraAesthetic is not for use in the lips and is not recommended for use in the periorbital area. Safety and effectiveness of SculptraAesthetic have not been evaluated in areas other than nasolabial wrinkles and folds in clinical trials. |
| What to Expect Before and During Treatment | |
| Q: | Is there any type of "prep work" I'll need to do before my treatment? |
| A: | No, just please remove your makeup. |
| Q: | Should I tell my physician what medications I'm taking? |
| A: | Yes. You should tell your physician about all the medicines you are taking, even over-the-counter medicines or treatments. If you are taking blood thinners or medications that may interfere with clotting of the blood, such as aspirin, you might be more likely to have bruising or bleeding at the injection site. There have been no studies of possible interactions between SculptraAesthetic and drugs or other substances or implants. Talk to your healthcare provider about your medical history when deciding on treatment options. |
| Q: | What are the treatments like? How long do they take? |
| A: | Treatments with SculptraAesthetic typically take 15-30 minutes. Immediately before treatment, the area where the injections will be given is cleaned with an antiseptic, and a local anesthetic cream or injection may be applied. Then, using a very fine needle, SculptraAesthetic is injected in small amounts beneath the surface of the skin. Multiple injections will be needed. After the treatment session, the areas where you were injected will be massaged. Your physician will describe the aftercare routine that he or she recommends for you. |
| Q: | How many visits or injections will I need? |
| A: | The number of treatment sessions, the length of treatment, and the amount of SculptraAesthetic needed differs for each person. Your physician will create a regimen that works to meet the unique needs of your face. On average, treatments are given in 3 sessions over a period of a few months. |
| Q: | Will the injections hurt? |
| A: | As with any injection, injections with SculptraAesthetic may hurt. SculptraAesthetic is injected in small amounts using a very fine needle. Some find the treatment painful while others feel no pain or discomfort whatsoever. If you're worried about pain, ask your physician about the possibility of using topical or local anesthetics. |
| Post-Treatment: Expectations About Results | |
| Q: | If I get SculptraAesthetic, will I suddenly look different overnight? |
| A: | SculptraAesthetic gives you a more youthful-looking appearance by providing results that emerge subtly and can last up to two years. It works within the deep dermis, where your skin's structure is reinforced, replacing collagen lost during the aging process to smooth out facial wrinkles and folds. This can provide a refined, more youthful-looking appearance that can last up to two years. Of course, individual results may vary. In a study, 100% of patients showed improvement in wrinkles and lines at 3 weeks after their last injection. Of course, individual results and treatment sessions may vary. |
| Q: | Are results from SculptraAesthetic immediate? |
| A: | SculptraAesthetic gives you a more youthful-looking appearance by providing results that emerge subtly and can last up to two years. It works within the deep dermis, where your skin's structure is reinforced, replacing collagen lost during the aging process to smooth out facial wrinkles and folds. This can provide a refined, more youthful-looking appearance that can last up to two years. Of course, individual results may vary. In a study, 100% of patients showed improvement in wrinkles and lines at 3 weeks after their last injection. Of course, individual results and treatment sessions may vary. |
| Q: | How long do the results from SculptraAesthetic usually last? |
| A: | Typically, results can last up to two years. Of course, individual results may vary for each patient |
| Q: | Can I see some before and after photos of people who have undergone SculptraAesthetic treatment? |
| A: | IYou can pick up a SculptraAesthetic DVD at our office to take home and keep. It contains a testimonial and before-to-after photos of real SculptraAesthetic patients. You can also see before and after photos online at SculptraAesthetic.com. |
| Q: | What are the typical results and are people usually satisfied with the outcome? |
| A: | In a key study, 99% of patients showed improvement in wrinkles and lines at 3 weeks. After a little over 2 years, 80% of patients were satisfied with their treatment results. They rated their results as good, very good, and excellent.* *80% includes satisfaction scores of good, very good, and excellent. |
To learn more about more about SculptraAesthetic,
call 202.822.9591 to schedule a free consultation
with one of our trained technicians.
call 202.822.9591 to schedule a free consultation
with one of our trained technicians.