How can I combat wrinkles and sagging skin without Botox?
Perich Aesthetics, Tampa Bay FL
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Perich Aesthetics, Tampa Bay FL 〰️
Oh wrinkles… cute on pugs, but maybe not so much on yourself. Lotions and potions are great and all but there must be a better way! If you are not interested in Botox or maybe just want to know all your options, we got you covered. One of our favorite treatments is something called Sculptra as it stimulates the body to produce its own type 1 collagen over time, giving you a permanent result, unlike filler which completely dissolves over time.
What is Sculptra?
Sculptra® is an injectable FDA-approved dermal filler for wrinkles and folds on the face that provides a younger appearance. It was first used to treat lipoatrophy that causes facial fat loss that results in sunken cheeks and deep folds and indentations on the face. The main ingredient in Sculptra® is poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA). It’s classified as a collagen stimulator that provides long-lasting, natural-looking results that can last up to two years.
Sculptra® is a great alternative to derma fillers like Botox. This wonder procedure will help you fight those wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging skin similar to a derma filler giving you a more youthful appearance. Sculptra® is able to do this because it is a biostimulator, which means that it stimulates the body to produce its own type 1 collagen over time.
Why is producing more collagen important?
As we age, the natural production of collagen decreases. This is why it is so important to have stimulators like Sculptra® or Morpheus8 (a microneedling and radiofrequency treatment) done to boost that production back into gear.
Collagen is the most common protein in the body that is used to form a framework to support cells and tissue. It is responsible for keeping the skin firm and plump. Collagen is called the “fountain of youth” as it keeps your skin from sagging, giving it a glow and youthful look.
Your body naturally produces collagen, but its production decreases with age. Starting in your mid-20s, you slowly begin to lose collagen. Women can lose up to 30% of the collagen in the first 5 years of menopause.
How does Sculptra® work?
Sculptra® is an FDA-approved injectable that is injected into the skin to diminish facial wrinkles. The PLLA then stimulates the body to start producing collage more which helps to gradually restore fullness to facial wrinkles and folds. This results in a softer and more youthful appearance. You may notice immediate results, but it can take a few months to see the full results of your treatment considering the body will now be in the process of producing more collagen.
Sculptra® is safe and effective but isn’t recommended for people with allergies to any of its ingredients or for those with medical conditions that cause irregular scarring.
What are the Benefits of Sculptra® Treatment?
Sculptra® is a minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment — so downtime is minimal. If you have a demanding work or family schedule, you’ll be able to get back to your regular activities much faster than surgical procedures. Sculptra® enhances skin tone and texture & improves skin health.
It boosts collagen growth. Collagen is a natural skin protein that is present in large quantities when you are younger but declines as you age. It is responsible for keeping the skin firm and plump.
It offers subtle, more natural-looking results. Because the improvements brought on by Sculptra® are gradual, it will be much less likely that anyone suspects that you’ve had any treatment done. Since volume is added slowly, the improvement looks very natural.
Sculptra® offers long-lasting results. The results of Sculptra® can last for up to 2 years, which is a lot longer than many of the other cosmetic injectables.
Where Sculptra® Can Be Injected?
Sculptra® is used to diminish facial wrinkles and folds and has been clinically approved to treat:
Smile lines
Wrinkles around the nose and mouth
Chin wrinkles
Droopy eyebrows
Crows feet
Frown lines
Lip lines
Forehead crease
Sculptra® has many off-label uses, including nonsurgical butt lift or buttock augmentation, correction of cellulite, creating definition, and the look of extra muscle mass on the glutes, thighs, biceps, triceps, pectorals.
Sculptra® is not recommended for use on the eyes or the lips.
Sculptra® is a minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment — so downtime is minimal. If you have a demanding work or family schedule, you’ll be able to get back to your regular activities much faster than surgical procedures. There is no special preparation required for Sculptra®. To reduce the risk of bleeding, your doctor may ask that you stop taking NSAIDs s such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen a few days before treatment.
Sculptra® is an FDA-approved injectable that helps gradually replace lost collagen in your skin with new collagen for results that can last more than two years. Dr. Tanya Perich also offers Candela CORE® CO2 Laser to enhance skin tone and texture through skin resurfacing. This non-invasive procedure reduces the effects of aging and sun on the skin, smoothing fine lines, wrinkles, reducing acne scars, and stimulating new collagen production by removing the skin’s outer layers and allowing radiant new skin cells to grow.
Ready to see if this or another treatment might work for you? Call us today at 727-777-2640 to schedule your consultation today!
