Sculptra, a look at facial volume and wrinkle concerns
We listen to your concerns about hollow areas, firmness, and wrinkles, and discuss how a PLLA-based product works and whether it is suitable for your face.
PLLA and the Sculptra product itself
Sculptra is a tissue-restoration biomaterial that uses PLLA (poly-L-lactic acid). The manufacturer describes an approach in which the body's response to PLLA particles stimulates collagen production. The approved indication in Korea is temporary improvement of facial wrinkles in adults.
Sculptra
This is the Sculptra product, made with PLLA (poly-L-lactic acid). The treatment area and method are discussed with our medical team.
We look at your facial contour and balance
We look at hollow areas and firmness concerns within the balance of your whole face.
Volume and firmness built with collagen
A collagen volume booster treatment in which PLLA (poly-L-lactic acid) stimulates collagen production in the skin and helps improve volume and firmness.
Collagen Stimulation
Volume
Firmness
If hollow areas and firmness concern you
Tell us which areas look hollow and whether firmness or wrinkles concern you more. Your doctor reviews the structure of your face, your skin condition, and your previous treatment history.
Hollow Areas
We look at the areas that look hollow and the overall balance of your face, then discuss whether the treatment is suitable and which approach to take.
Firmness
We also review where firmness and wrinkle changes are, what has changed recently, and your previous treatment history.
If you are curious about the ingredient and the treatment process
We explain PLLA's approach, the treatment plan, and what to confirm beforehand, each on its own.
Checks before treatment and guidance after treatment
We walk you through each step in order, from what to check before treatment to expected reactions and side effects and aftercare.
- 1Before Treatment
What to confirm at your consultation
Let our medical team know about any skin infection or inflammation, hypersensitivity to ingredients, history of keloids, hypertrophic scars, or hyperpigmentation, past herpes, and previous treatments.
- 2During Treatment
Treatment area and precautions
The manufacturer prohibits injection into the red part of the lips and does not recommend use around the eyes or between the brows. Injection into a blood vessel can cause serious side effects such as blindness and skin necrosis, so the exact area and method must be confirmed.
- 3After Treatment
Aftercare
We explain aftercare suited to your skin condition and treatment plan during your consultation. If you notice unexpected symptoms or discomfort, please contact our medical team.
Talk with us about the approach that suits your face
You can also look at Juvelook Volume and Radiesse treatments, and read about Our Doctors. For a plan that fits the product and your face, please call our main line for a consultation.