Dermal fillers and botulinum toxin have been on the market for many years now and give a close to immediate response with a ‘wow’ result. But now the focus is turning to investing in the future of your face and skin with products that provide biostimulation. In a consumer study done in Australia, 75% of women between the ages of 35-69 preferred gradual long term (over two years) results over the immediate result that lasted only six months.
Sculptra, while having been around for many years has been slow to reach our shores. It has proven very popular in the USA and Brazil with its lifting abilities being utilised in a range of face and body treatments including butt lifts!
Here at Clinic 42 we are utilising both its lifting properties and its ‘glow to go’ effects. We also use it in combination with hyaluronic acid dermal fillers in new procedure, ‘Firm and Lift’ invented and taught to Dr Ellen Selkon (NZ’s Sculptra trainer) by renowned Brazilian plastic surgeon, Luiz Avelar.
Sculptra is a biostimulator that is injected in the facial tissue to stimulate and revitalise natural collagen production. As collagen production is gradually stimulated, the skin starts to regain its structure and volume. Not only is collagen produced, but also elastin and hyaluronic acid giving the tissue its strength and luminosity. These results are definitely noticeable!
The results develop slowly over time and continue to develop, lasting over 25 months after the last treatment. It is a course of 2-3 treatments approximately six weeks apart. After that you can maintain the result with an annual treatment.
In the ‘Firm and Lift’, Sculptra works on the lateral part of the face like a facelift, lifting and firming the tissue, and then the HA filler works in the medial, movable part of the face to allow for natural expression and volumisation where required. This is a very exciting new treatment that is ideal for those experiencing sagging who want natural, gradual results that will last.
But wait, there is more! There is also an amazing effect on the skin itself which results in a beautiful glow and improved skin texture. For this reason, Sculptra is almost for everybody! Younger women will only have 1-2 treatments focusing on skin texture and luminosity, while older women who are dealing with volume loss and ageing will require 2-3 treatments.
Results start to show after about six weeks and last as stated over the two-year mark.
If you are interested in learning more about Sculptra or any of the wide range of cosmetic treatments available at Clinic42 please contact them to arrange a 30-minute complimentary nurse consult. Alternatively, call and book with one of our four cosmetic physicians, who will be happy to discuss your concerns, and the best treatment approach for you.
