{"id":3027,"date":"2016-01-18T09:00:15","date_gmt":"2016-01-18T14:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/drfuncik.chooserethink.com\/?p=3027"},"modified":"2024-08-14T15:46:18","modified_gmt":"2024-08-14T15:46:18","slug":"3027-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greatface.com\/blog\/3027-2\/","title":{"rendered":"How is Sculptra\u00ae Different from Other Dermal Fillers?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Facelifts and BOTOX\u00ae injections used to be the only ways to smooth wrinkles and fine lines, but dermal fillers have risen in popularity. With a few simple and non-invasive injections, wrinkles and fine lines disappear almost immediately. Sculptra<\/a>\u00ae is just one of many dermal fillers on the market, but how is it different from all of its competitors?<\/p>\n

The Difference in Sculptra\u00ae<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sculptra<\/a>\u00ae is different because of how it works. A lot of dermal fillers only need one injection, but Sculptra\u00ae works gradually over a series of three treatments. The competition simply fills in wrinkles without actually getting to the root cause of them. Sculptra\u00ae works to target the causes of facial aging. While results aren’t typically noticeable right away, they can remain for over two years on average.<\/p>\n

Sculptra\u00ae’s results start deep in the dermis where the structure of the skin begins. This is where collagen begins to disappear, leading to wrinkles and sagging skin. Sculptra\u00ae is made with poly-L-lactic acid, a natural collagen stimulant. This replaces lost collagen to gradually fill in the lines and wrinkles. While the process takes time and doesn’t produce results as quickly as other fillers, it creates a difference that lasts much longer because it naturally corrects facial wrinkles.<\/p>\n

Where Can Sculptra\u00ae Be Injected?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sculptra\u00ae is effective in treating wrinkles in the nasolabial folds (smile lines), lines surrounding the mouth (marionette lines), and chin wrinkles.<\/p>\n

The Sculptra\u00ae Treatment Process\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Patients can have their treatments done in less than an hour, making this ideal for busy patients who can only squeeze their treatment in on lunch breaks. How many injections occur during each treatment depends on how many areas are being treated.<\/p>\n

When the injections are completed, minor swelling and redness can be expected. To minimize these reactions, applying a cloth-wrapped ice pack for the first 24 hours after the injections may help.<\/p>\n

Sculptra\u00ae Side Effects<\/strong><\/p>\n

The most common Sculptra\u00ae side effects are discomfort at the injection sites and bruising.<\/p>\n

Who Shouldn’t Have Sculptra\u00ae?<\/strong><\/p>\n

People with active skin infections, skin inflammation, or a history of keloid formations should find other options.<\/p>\n

Schedule an Appointment<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sculptra\u00ae is different from its competitors because it targets collagen loss, stimulating new collagen growth to fill in wrinkles and lines over time. While results aren’t immediately apparent, they last.<\/p>\n

Contact the office of Dr. Thomas Funcik, MD<\/a> today to schedule your appointment. We will be able to help you decide if Sculptra\u00ae will be appropriate for your cosmetic needs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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