Sculptra

For those who want a gradual, natural way to reverse volume and collagen loss, poly-L-lactic acid (Sculptra Aesthetic) stimulates your body's own collagen production. Volume loss causes deep creases, hollow temples and cheeks, and sagging jowls; strategically injected, Sculptra restores fullness and contour over several months, lasting up to two years or more in selected patients.

Unlike traditional fillers, which give more instant but shorter-lived results, Sculptra works over time. For extensive volume loss it can achieve a more natural result than filling with many vials of tissue filler, because it induces your own collagen. It is a synthetic, biocompatible substance approved by Health Canada and the FDA, used for decades with an excellent safety profile and no allergy testing required.

Treatment is typically three sessions spaced six to eight weeks apart, with roughly annual maintenance. Comfort is ensured with topical anesthetic and local anesthetic in the formulation. Downtime is minimal — some swelling or bruising for a few days, helped by ice and makeup. Early volume from swelling fades within days; the real improvement builds over four to six weeks and continues for months.