Sculptra is an injectable bio-stimulator that is used for facial and body rejuvenation. Unlike traditional fillers that provide immediate volume replacement, Sculptra works gradually by stimulating your body's own collagen production over time. It is made from poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biodegradable synthetic substance that has been used in medical products for many years.
How Sculptra works:
- Collagen Stimulation: When injected into the deeper layers of the skin, Sculptra helps to stimulate the production of collagen, a protein that provides structure and firmness to the skin.
- Gradual Results: Unlike hyaluronic acid-based fillers (like Juvederm or Restylane), which provide instant results, Sculptra works over several months. Collagen production increases gradually, leading to a natural-looking improvement in facial volume and skin texture.
- Long-Lasting Effects: Sculptra results can last up to 2 years or more, depending on the individual. Over time, as the collagen builds, the treated area looks smoother, firmer, and more youthful.
Special: Two facial rejuvenation treatments of Sculptra, 6 weeks apart. $1,200 (Savings of $300)
Radiesse is an injectable bio-stimulator used in aesthetic treatments to address signs of aging, for the face and body. It is commonly used to reduce wrinkles, fine lines, and volume loss, and to enhance facial contours and lose skin through out the body. Radiesse is made from calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a gel. The product has two key effects:
- Immediate volume restoration: The gel in Radiesse provides instant volume to areas of the face where skin has lost fullness, such as the cheeks, jawline, wrinkles and loose skin
- Collagen and elastin stimulation: Over time, the calcium hydroxylapatite particles in Radiesse stimulate the body’s natural collagen and elastin production. Collagen and elastin are essential proteins that helps maintain skin structure, elasticity, and firmness, so the skin appears smoother and more youthful.
Common Uses of Radiesse:
- Wrinkle reduction: It can smooth moderate to severe facia and body wrinkles and folds.
- Facial contouring: It can enhance the volume of areas like the cheeks, chin, and jawline.
- Hand rejuvenation: Radiesse is also used for hand rejuvenation to restore volume to the back of the hands, reducing the appearance of veins and tendons.
- Neck rejuvenation: Smoothing skin fold and tightening loose skin
Advantages of Radiesse:
- Long-lasting: Results can last 12-18 months or even longer, depending on the treatment area and individual factors.
- Natural-looking results: The product integrates well with the skin and provides a smooth, natural-looking outcome.
- Stimulates collagen and elastin production: Unlike some fillers that only provide immediate volume, Radiesse works over time to enhance the skin's overall structure.