SCULPTRA

Experience Sculptra at Northwest Medical Arts—an FDA-approved injectable that naturally boosts collagen for enhanced facial contours and a youthful glow. Enjoy gradual, natural results with long-lasting improvement and minimal downtime. Discover a refreshed, radiant you with Sculptra.

Sculptra Injectable

Sculptra is an injectable treatment made from poly‑L‑lactic acid that works by stimulating your body’s natural collagen production. When injected into the skin, it gradually encourages the growth of new collagen, which helps restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and improve skin texture over time. The result is a subtle, natural-looking enhancement that builds progressively over several months.

Sculptra TIMELINE

Patients typically start to notice subtle improvements within 2-3 months after the initial treatment. However, because Sculptra works gradually by stimulating collagen production, optimal results usually become apparent around 6 months post-treatment. 

Sculptra uniqueness

Sculptra stands apart because it doesn’t simply mask signs of aging—it works from within. Unlike Botox, which relaxes muscles to smooth wrinkles, or dermal fillers that add immediate volume to targeted areas, Sculptra stimulates your body’s own collagen production. Injected as poly‑L‑lactic acid, it gradually encourages the natural rebuilding of collagen, restoring volume and improving skin texture over several months. This approach offers a subtle, long-lasting rejuvenation that addresses the underlying aging process rather than just the surface.

 

SCULPTRA AESTHETIC:
What do i expect?

A Sculptra session typically takes about 30 to 60 minutes, making it a convenient outpatient procedure. During this time, the injectable is administered to stimulate your body’s natural collagen production.

These benefits can last up to two years, with minimal downtime and recovery.

Sculptra vs. other injectable treatments

Sculptra is unique because it works by stimulating your body’s natural collagen production, whereas Botox works by relaxing the muscles that cause wrinkles. Here’s a quick breakdown:

 

  • Mechanism:

    • Sculptra: Uses poly‑L‑lactic acid to trigger collagen growth gradually, restoring volume and improving skin texture over time.
    • Botox: Blocks nerve signals to reduce muscle activity, leading to a quick smoothing of dynamic wrinkles.

  • Results:

    • Sculptra: Offers subtle, natural improvements that develop over several months and can last up to two years.
    • Botox: Provides faster results, typically noticeable within a few days, but results last about 3-6 months.

 

This means Sculptra is often chosen for a more gradual, long-term rejuvenation, while Botox is ideal for quick, immediate smoothing of facial lines.