Sculptra Precautions: Be Sure to Check Before the Procedure - Dermatology Specialist in Samseong-dong







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One of the main causes of skin aging is a decrease in collagen.



In fact, collagen in the skin decreases by about 1% every year starting in your 20s, and by around your 40s, it has decreased by about 20% compared to your 20s.



As a result, many people look into various procedures to promote collagen production in the skin.



Today, we will summarize the principles and effects of Sculptra, as well as Sculptra precautions and how to prevent problems, all in one place.





What kind of procedure is Sculptra?



Sculptra is an injectable procedure based on PLLA.



This ingredient stimulates fibroblasts and encourages them to produce new collagen.



As a result, it gradually restores the skin structure, helping achieve natural elasticity and volume from within the skin.



At this time, the volume does not appear immediately, but gradually begins to build over 2 to 3 months as the skin slowly becomes firmer.



Because of this characteristic, you can expect a more natural change compared to filler.







What effects does it have?



Through this procedure, volume can be improved in hollow areas such as the side cheeks, the front cheekbones, and the nasolabial folds.



And as collagen density increases, skin texture improves and enlarged pores are reduced.



It also helps soften nasolabial folds and marionette lines, which are major causes of an aged appearance.



These effects can generally last about 1 to 1.5 years.



At this time, if you receive the procedure while considering Sculptra precautions, the changes can be maintained more stably.







In what cases is it recommended?



Sculptra is recommended for those who want to add natural volume to areas that have become hollow due to aging.



It is also suitable if you want to improve deeply etched nasolabial folds or fine wrinkles.



Above all, this procedure promotes collagen production and can complete a natural beauty.



Because of these advantages, people who felt 부담 with existing filler procedures often ask about Sculptra precautions.







What precautions should be taken with Sculptra?



A representative side effect of Sculptra is nodules.



This refers to a state in which collagen clumps together at the injection site and feels hard to the touch.



Nodules can occur for various reasons, but if too much product is concentrated in one area, the risk of nodules increases.







Also, because Sculptra comes in powder form, a hydration process to mix it with a diluent and turn it into a liquid state is essential before the procedure.



If this process is not sufficient and particles remain, nodules can also form.



To prevent nodules, it is essential to pay attention to hydration so that the particles can disperse evenly.



In addition, precise injection should be performed by comprehensively considering the individual’s skin type, muscle shape, and degree of volume loss.