For patients who have lost facial volume, Dr. Arroyo provides Sculptra®. This filler is commonly used to build up the cheeks, fill sunken or hollow areas in the face, and boost skin thickness in order to improve the appearance of lines and folds.
What is Sculptra?
Sculptra Aesthetic is an FDA-approved dermal filler that helps restore lost collagen. It is commonly used to restore facial volume that was previously lost due to the natural aging process or illness.
It is designed to treat deep facial lines and folds, giving patients a rejuvenation facial appearance.
How Does Sculptra Work?
Sculptra Aesthetic is a dermal filler that is based on poly-L-lactic acid, a synthetic compound that encourages the production of collagen. Collagen is a key protein found in the skin, that helps it appear more taut and youthful. As we age our production of collagen slows, leading to hollow or sagging skin. By age 45 you face up to a 25% loss of collagen. Sculptra stimulates collagen production and fills in areas of lost volume, leaving you with natural-looking results.
Your Consultation
The first step in your procedure begins with a consultation with Dr. Arroyo. During the consultation, he will discuss the treatment with you and answer any of your questions. He will also determine if you are an ideal candidate for Sculptra, and give you a cost estimate. Because Sculptra works to stimulate collagen, it will take multiple treatment sessions spread out over 4-6 weeks before results are obvious. Dr. Arroyo designs a treatment plan and determines how many sessions will be necessary to achieve your results.