Sculptra
Sculptra is unlike traditional dermal fillers because it does not simply fill lines; it actively prompts your skin to rebuild its own underlying structure. We offer this powerful biostimulator because it aligns with the Manor philosophy of enhancing your momentum, achieving a look that is refreshed and enduring. This treatment respects the sophisticated desire for improvement that supports your long-term vision of self.
Restoring lost volume, improving skin quality
Injectable Biostimulator (PLLA)
Minimal (Temporary swelling/bruising)
Gradual, appearing over several months (6–12 weeks)
Up to two years
Sculptra is an injectable poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA). PLLA is a synthetic polymer that is biocompatible and fully absorbable. When injected, the micro-particles of PLLA prompt a natural, controlled inflammatory response, which signals the production of new natural collagen. Over the following weeks and months, the PLLA is absorbed while the new collagen framework replaces lost volume. Because it works gradually over time, Sculptra delivers a subtle, long-lasting improvement in facial fullness and skin thickness.
Your Sculptra session begins with a detailed assessment of your facial aging patterns and volume loss. After cleansing the treatment area, your provider will typically apply a topical anesthetic (numbing cream) to ensure your comfort. The Sculptra product is then carefully reconstituted with sterile water and a numbing agent before it is administered.
Using a fine needle or cannula, the provider injects the product deep into the dermal layer in specific patterns. The goal is even distribution to stimulate uniform collagen growth. The procedure typically lasts about 30 minutes, after which your aesthetic specialist will briefly massage the area to evenly distribute the product.
Sculptra is highly effective at correcting the signs of facial aging associated with deep volume depletion and compromised skin quality. This includes deep folds such as nasolabial folds (smile lines) and marionette lines. It is also used to address hollowness in the cheeks and temples caused by facial fat loss. By stimulating new collagen and elastin, Sculptra improves overall skin laxity, texture, and resilience.
Sculptra is primarily used to restore volume and structure to the face, particularly the cheek region and temples. It can also be carefully applied to improve the look of the neck and chest, and sometimes used to soften the appearance of hip dips on the body.
The primary advantage of Sculptra is the longevity of its results, often lasting up to two years. Because it prompts your body to produce its own structural collagen, the volume restoration appears natural-looking and harmonizes subtly with your existing features. Unlike traditional dermal fillers, which provide immediate, yet temporary, volume, Sculptra offers a regenerative effect, leading to overall improvement in skin quality and thickness that deepens over months. It is a powerful biostimulator that actively works beneath the surface to enhance your skin's resilience.
Sculptra is an excellent option for healthy adults seeking long-lasting, gradual improvement in facial volume and a reduction in the appearance of deep wrinkles and folds. You should have realistic expectations, understanding that results unfold over months, not days.
Sculptra may not be suitable if you have a history of hypertrophic scarring or keloid formation. It is essential to discuss your complete medical history with your Manor aesthetic specialist.
The recovery process requires minimal actual downtime. It is common to experience temporary swelling or bruising at the injection site. To ensure the poly l lactic acid particles stimulate collagen evenly, the most crucial aftercare step is the "rule of 5s": massaging the treated areas for 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days. You should also avoid strenuous activity and excessive sun exposure for 24-48 hours. Your Manor specialist will provide detailed, easy-to-follow instructions for this essential self-care ritual.
The initial temporary volume you see immediately after the procedure is due to the sterile water used for reconstitution and will subside within a few days. The true, refined results begin to appear over the next 6 to 12 weeks as the PLLA stimulates new collagen production. This gradual process ensures your improvement is subtle, never drastic, and typically lasts up to two years. Because the change relies on your body’s own response, the results are enduring and provide profound support against ongoing facial aging.
Sculptra at Manor demands a deep understanding of facial anatomy and precise PLLA placement. Our skilled specialists employ advanced techniques to ensure even distribution and minimize risk. By partnering with us, you align your treatment with personal goals through clinical insight and aesthetic mastery. Enjoy confident, lasting results tailored to your vision of self.
Traditional dermal fillers like hyaluronic acid products provide immediate volume by directly filling a space. Sculptra, however, is a natural collagen stimulator; it works gradually over time to encourage your body’s biological response, rebuilding the underlying framework for long-lasting structural improvement.
Yes, Sculptra is FDA approved for the correction of shallow to deep wrinkles and folds on the face, specifically the nasolabial folds.
The 5-5-5 massage ritual is crucial after your Sculptra injections. It helps the PLLA micro-particles disperse evenly beneath the skin, preventing them from gathering in small areas and potentially forming noticeable lumps or nodules. Your Manor specialist will guide you thoroughly to ensure you adhere to this simple, but essential, aftercare.
Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, which can be reversed with an enzyme, Sculptra cannot be instantly dissolved because it stimulates your body’s own collagen. This is why the process is spaced out over multiple treatment sessions and why choosing an expert provider like those at Manor is critical for achieving predictable and desirable long-term results.
