How Does Sculptra Help with Cellulite Removal?
An injectable dermal filler, Sculptra contains a synthetic acid known as poly-L-lactic acid or PLLA. Despite being a synthetic compound, it is biocompatible with our body chemistry and biodegradable – meaning it can be naturally absorbed into the body, without any associated risks or complications.
When Sculptra is injected, it works by stimulating the production of fresh, new collagen to replenish lost volume (due to aging and other factors) beneath the skin. As it does in the treatment of wrinkles, Sculptra works the same for cellulite. The new collagen fills up the dimpled, depressions and smooths out the skin to achieve the similar volume of the surrounding skin tissue.
Generally, each Sculptra session is fairly quick and easy, with the injection only taking a matter of minutes, depending on the size and severity of the cellulite area. However, depending on the size of the cellulite dimples and the amount of correction needed, we might recommend patients undergo multiple sessions in order to achieve maximum results.
Once you have achieved your desired results however, Sculptra is one of the longest lasting dermal fillers available today, and results can last upwards of 2 years.
For more information on Sculptra for cellulite reduction, or to schedule a consultation, please free to contact the office of Dr. Ritu Saini today.