Sculptra
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What is Sculptra?
Sculptra is an injectable collagen-stimulating treatment containing poly-L-lactic acid, or PLLA.
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It encourages your skin to produce new collagen—the protein that gives skin structure and support. As this develops, treated areas can gradually become firmer and smoother, with an improvement in facial volume and contour.
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The aim is a gradual, natural-looking change, planned around your individual features.
What Can Sculptra Help With?
Improving skin firmness
Softening facial lines and wrinkles
Restoring lost facial volume
Improving skin texture and overall quality
Supporting a gradual improvement in facial contours
The changes you can expect depend on your skin, facial anatomy and treatment plan. Results vary between individuals.
Sculptra at a Glance
Treatment type
Injectable collagen stimulator
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Results
Develop progressively over weeks and months
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Treatment course
Individually planned; several sessions may be recommended
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Longevity
Results last around two years.
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Downtime
Swelling, tenderness and bruising can occur
How is Sculptra Different From Dermal Filler?
Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers add volume directly and can provide an immediate change in shape or definition.
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Sculptra works mainly through gradual collagen stimulation. It may suit patients seeking a broader improvement in facial volume and skin firmness over time.
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The best option depends on what you would like to change. During your consultation, we will explain which treatment—or carefully planned combination—may suit your needs.
When Will I See Results?
Some patients notice changes from around one month, with further improvement developing over the following months.
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Fullness immediately after treatment includes the effects of the injected fluid and swelling. It does not represent your final result.
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Your response is reviewed over time so that any further treatment can be planned appropriately.
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Results can last around two years, but their extent and duration vary.
Maintenance is discussed according to your response and preferences.
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
Sculptra is usually delivered over several appointments, allowing time for collagen to develop and your progress to be reviewed.
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A rough planning guide is one vial per decade of life across the initial course—not per session. However, requirements vary considerably depending on your facial volume, degree of volume loss, skin quality and goals. Age alone does not determine your treatment needs.
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Dr Ryan will explain the estimated number of vials, sessions and overall cost, with further treatment guided by your response to your initial session.
How Much Does Sculptra Cost?
Single vial - £450
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4 vials (over 2-3 sessions) - £1600
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