Sculptra is a highly effective anti-aging cosmetic treatment that can indeed tighten the skin. This dermal filler can be an excellent choice for patients who are interested in a long-lasting solution to loose, sagging skin and age-related fat loss.
In fact, this treatment is so effective that it’s one of the injectables we recommend most often here at Dallas Dermatology Partners. Our patients love the “Sculptra Glow!”
Sculptra is Dr. Dickson’s absolute favorite product because it yields such beautiful and natural results while improving skin texture and appearance. Dr. Dickson likes to joke that Sculptra results in “reverse aging” given it’s ability to replace lost collagen.
How Sculptra Tightens Your Skin
Before diving into how Sculptra in Dallas can address the signs of aging, it’s worth taking a look at exactly how it’s different from other anti-aging treatments.
Sculptra is a dermal filler, which means that it doesn’t work in the same way that neuromodulators (i.e. Botox) do. Rather than preventing the muscle contractions that cause wrinkles to form, dermal fillers plump up the targeted areas to fill in wrinkles.
Among dermal fillers, however, Sculptra is quite unique. It goes well beyond plumping up wrinkles. Instead, it works beneath the surface of the skin to stimulate the body to increase its production of collagen. (Collagen production naturally declines with age and its loss contributes to the signs of aging.)
By supporting collagen production, Sculptra improves the elasticity of your skin, along with its volume. This has the effect of tightening the skin in the treated areas, such as the face and neck.
Plus, the tightening effect looks completely natural. When you touch the treated areas, they will feel firmer and they’ll look more youthful.
At Dallas Dermatology Partners, our patients are particularly thrilled with how Sculptra can tighten up loose skin along the jaw line, creating a contouring effect.
What Else Can Sculptra Do For You?
While you may be motivated to try Sculptra solely for its skin tightening benefits, there are other compelling reasons to consider booking a treatment. In fact, Sculptra can be used on areas other than the face and neck.
You can use Sculptra to rejuvenate the décolletage and to improve skin elasticity in the knees and arms—two areas often affected by loose, sagging skin later in life. Sculptra is even appropriate and effective for lifting, sculpting, and volumizing the buttocks.
How Soon Will Sculptra Tighten My Skin?
The results of Sculptra injectables are very natural-looking. Since it works beneath the skin, it will take some time to see the full results.
It’s likely you’ll notice some improvements within just a few weeks. As the injectable continues to stimulate collagen, your skin will slowly begin to tighten. You can expect to see the full results in about three to nine months.
Unlike many other injectables, Sculptra offers long-lasting results. Some patients continue to enjoy their results for up to two years.
Say Goodbye to Sagging Skin in the DFW Area
Sculptra is one of the most commonly requested treatments here at Dallas Dermatology Partners, where we specialize in highly effective and innovative cosmetic and medical treatments. Our board-certified dermatologists provide a full range of injectables in Dallas, including Sculptra.
Schedule your Dallas dermatology appointment today and let us know how we can help you address your cosmetic concerns.