When it comes to restoring facial volume loss, most people immediately think of dermal fillers. And while hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers are an amazing option for instant results, there’s another treatment we love that works a little differently—Sculptra.
So, what is Sculptra?
Sculptra is an FDA-approved injectable made from poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biostimulatory ingredient that helps your body rebuild its own collagen over time. Unlike traditional fillers that provide immediate volume, Sculptra works gradually and subtly, stimulating your natural collagen production to restore facial structure and firmness from within.
Think of it as a “collagen fertilizer”—you won’t see results overnight, but the long-term benefits are worth the wait.
Sculptra vs. Filler: What’s the Difference?
Both Sculptra and dermal fillers improve volume loss, but they do so in different ways:
- Dermal fillers (like Juvéderm or Restylane) are made of hyaluronic acid and provide instant volume. They’re perfect for contouring lips, cheeks, and enhancing the jawline.
- Sculptra, on the other hand, works over time by encouraging your skin to naturally rebuild lost collagen. The results are gradual, longer-lasting, and ideal for full-face rejuvenation. It is perfect for those that don’t want to look “overdone” because it is naturally stimulating collagen.
Filler is like renting—a quicker fix with immediate results—while Sculptra is more like buying a home: a long-term investment that gradually builds lasting value by stimulating your own collagen.
Why Sculptra is a Powerful Anti-Aging Option
As we age, our bodies naturally produce less collagen each year, leading to thinner skin, sagging, and volume loss—especially in areas like the cheeks and temples. Sculptra helps combat these changes by replenishing lost facial volume, improving skin texture and firmness, softening fine lines and deeper folds, and restoring youthful facial contours in a subtle, natural-looking way. This treatment is especially beneficial for those experiencing age-related volume loss or deflation from weight loss or medications like GLP-1s. Take a look at some of our before and after results here!
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
Sculptra is typically done as a series of 2–3 sessions, spaced about 4–6 weeks apart. The number of sessions depends on your facial structure and the amount of volume loss or skin laxity there is.
You’ll start to see improvements a few weeks after your first treatment, with full results developing over 3-6 months. Best of all? Those results can last up to 2 years or longer with proper maintenance.
What to Expect After Treatment
There’s little to no downtime with Sculptra. You may have some swelling or tenderness at the injection sites, but it usually resolves within a few days.
We’ll guide you through our “5-5-5” massage rule: massage the treated areas for 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days. This helps ensure even distribution to ensure optimal benefit or results.
Watch before you come in: Check out our quick video of How Sculptra Is Injected to see the process performed by our own expert injector, Shannon Synoracki, a certified Physician Associate (PA-C) with advanced training in aesthetics.
Is Sculptra Right for You?
Sculptra is ideal for anyone looking to refresh their appearance in a natural, long-lasting way—without looking like they’ve had “work” done. It’s a favorite among patients who want to gradually restore youthful volume and improve their skin health, rather than just temporarily filling in lines.
It’s not typically used in high-movement areas like the lips or around the eyes, but it’s perfect for the cheeks, temples, jawline, and lower face.
Ready to Begin Your Sculptra Journey?
At Prejuvenation Aesthetics in Leesburg, Shannon Synoracki, a leading provider of advanced injectables, takes a personalized approach—crafting each treatment plan around your unique goals and facial anatomy. If you’re curious whether Sculptra is right for you, we’d love to connect and design a plan that’s perfectly suited to you.
Book your consultation today and start rebuilding your collagen from within—because aging gracefully should be on your terms.
