Sculptra is an FDA-approved injectable treatment made of poly-L-lactic acid that gradually stimulates collagen production to restore facial volume and smooth wrinkles. The key feature of Sculptra is that it works gradually over several months rather than providing instant results like traditional dermal fillers.
What to Expect Before and After Sculptra Treatment
- Before treatment: Patients often have hollow cheeks, sagging skin, and deep folds, with skin appearing thin, less elastic, and tired.
- Immediately after treatment: Mild swelling, redness, or tenderness at injection sites may occur, but no significant volume increase yet.
- Weeks 1-4: Swelling subsides, and subtle improvements begin as collagen production starts slowly.
- Weeks 4-12: Noticeable natural fuller volume develops, fine lines soften, and skin texture improves.
- 3-6 months after treatment: Full transformation with smoother, firmer, lifted appearance, and results lasting 2-3 years.
Sculptra Before and After Results
- Before photos show volume loss, sagging, and wrinkles.
- After photos (3-6 months post-treatment) show fuller cheeks, improved contours, smoother skin with reduced wrinkles and folds around the mouth and chin.
- Results look natural and not overdone or puffy.
Key Tips for Best Results
- Follow the 5-5-5 massage rule (massage treated area 5 minutes, 5 times a day for 5 days).
- Stay hydrated and avoid excessive sun exposure.
- Consider touch-up treatments every 2-3 years.
Sculptra is ideal for men and women over 30 looking for gradual, long-lasting rejuvenation through collagen stimulation rather than instant volume increase, which hyaluronic acid fillers provide.
If a visual gallery of before and after photos is needed, many providers and clinics display real patient transformations online, showing the subtle yet effective aesthetic improvements from Sculptra treatments.
