Biostimulators

CELLULAR • REJUVENATION • ENHANCEMENT

What are Biostimulators?

Sculptra and Radiesse

Biostimulators are compounds like Sculptra and Radiesse that are injected into the skin to help your body’s cells function better and regenerate tissue. They stimulate the production of elastin and collagen, proteins that keep your skin firm and elastic. These treatments encourage your body to naturally repair and restore your skin’s structure, helping it rebuild on its own. Sculptra and Radiesse are often used together to naturally improve skin quality and enhance facial structure.

SCULPTRA®

Sculptra is an injectable treatment to help gradually replace lost collagen. It is formulated with poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) to help stimulate your tissue to restore the deep, underlying structure of the skin to smooth facial wrinkles. Rather than an “overnight” effect, Sculptra is intended to be performed as a series of up to four injections and could achieve results lasting for up to two full years.

  • $850

    • First treatment 1 vial

    • Massage the face 5x a day for 5 days (about 30-60s each time) post treatment

    • Follow up in 4-6 weeks to assess body's response to treatment

    • Second treatment 4-12 weeks after first vial

    • 6 month follow up for photos & assessment

    • 1 year from first vial appointment follow up to see about maintenance & skin quality

RADIESSE®(+)

Radiesse is an injectable filler that contains calcium hydroxylapatite, or CaHA. These particles integrate into the skin to create a scaffold, stimulating the production of collagen and elastin. This results in the smoothing of lines and the promotion of a renewed skin structure for natural-looking results. Radiesse results last about 15 months.

  • $850

    • First treatment 1-2 syringes, that may be over multiple appointments.

    • Come in for 6 month follow up photos/ensure no nodules & check progress

    • 1 year post treatment, routine follow up for maintenance & skin quality assessment

SCULPTRA® FAQ

  • On average, you will have 1 to 3 treatment sessions over the course of a few months. The number of injections at each session will vary based on the treatment plan determined by you and your aesthetic professional

  • Most clinical study participants saw results as soon as 1 month, with optimal results at 6 months -1 year with sustained results for up to 2 years post treatment. A typical treatment plan includes 2-3 sessions spaced at least 4 to 6 weeks apart.

  • Massage the treated area to evenly distribute Sculptra for 5 days post treatment. A good rule of thumb is 5-5-5: Massage the injected area for 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days in a row.

    • Do not workout for 24-48 hours 

    • If you are worried about bruising or swelling do not drink alcohol for 24 hours after treatment

    • Avoid excessive sun exposure, extreme heat (i.e sauna and steam room) for 24-48 hours after treatment

    • Sculptra is used for full facial rejuvenation from the temples down.

    • Administered with the appropriate injection technique from a trained specialist, Sculptra is clinically approved for: Cheek wrinkles, Deep folds between the nose and mouth (nasolabial folds), lines framing the mouth (marionette lines), Chin wrinkles, and temples.

    • The short answer is Yes! Sculptra cannot be injected in areas where there is minimal to no facial fat, aka the forehead, glabella, or crows feet region. You will need to keep up with those areas every 3-4 months or as needed.

    • Lower face tox areas will also likely need be maintained (DAO, chin, lip flip, bunnies, masseter) and often support Sculptra treatments and results.

    • Sculptra cannot be used to treat lips or under eyes, other hyaluronic acid based dermal fillers may also be utilized with Sculptra pending treatment plan and desired results.

  • You can absolutely wear makeup after your treatment! We recommend light weight mineral makeup for the first 24 hours.

    • Sculptra is FDA-approved in the United States and has been used worldwide since 1999. Sculptra is made of a synthetic material called poly-L-lactic acid that is absorbed naturally by the body and has been used for years in dissolvable stitches.

    • Since Sculptra does not contain any human or animal components, no allergy testing is needed prior to treatments.

    • Side effects reported include injection site pain, redness, bruising, tenderness, itching and lumps, bleeding, and swelling. Small bumps under the skin can sometimes be noticeable when pressing on the treated area. Larger lumps, with or without inflammation, have also been reported.

    • History of anaphylaxis or multiple severe allergies 

    • History of autoimmune disease

    • Allergies to any of the ingredients in Sculptra, including poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), carboxymethylcellulose (USP), or non-pyrogenic mannitol (USP) 

    • History of or susceptible to keloid formation or hypertrophic scarring 

RADIESSE®(+) FAQ

  • On average, you will have 1 to 3 treatment sessions over the course of a few months. The number of injections at each session will vary based on the treatment plan determined by you and your aesthetic professional

  • Results are immediate. Results continue to improve with collagen production starting at 4-6 weeks. Optimal results are seen at 6 months up to 1 year, with sustained results for up to 2 years post treatment.

  • Post treatment you will see immediate improvement of treated areas. Most common side effects are bruising, swelling and pain to injection sites that can last up to 5-7 days post treatment. 

    • Do not workout for 24-48 hours 

    • If you are worried about bruising or swelling do not drink alcohol for 24 hours after treatment

    • Avoid excessive sun exposure, extreme heat (i.e sauna and steam room) for 24-48 hours after treatment

  • Radiesse provides best results when used in jawline, cheekbones, temples, and hands. Radiesse can be used in most areas except for lips and under eyes. Deciding where to treat with Radiesse will be discussed with your provider during your appointment.

    • The short answer is Yes! Radiesse cannot be injected in areas where there is minimal to no facial fat, aka the forehead, glabella, or crows feet region. You will need to keep up with those areas every 3-4 months or as needed.

    • Lower face tox areas will also likely need be maintained (DAO, chin, lip flip, bunnies, masseter) and often support Radiesse treatments and results.

    • Radiesse cannot be used to treat lips or under eyes, other hyaluronic acid based dermal fillers may also be utilized with Radiesse pending treatment plan and desired results.

  • You can absolutely wear makeup after your treatment! We recommend light weight mineral makeup for the first 24 hours.

  • Common adverse events observed in clinical studies of RADIESSE® include bruising, redness, swelling, pain, itching, lumps/bumps at site of injection, difficulty chewing and other local side effects. If you undergo any radiographic imaging inform your provider of previous RADIESSE® treatments as there have been cases of RADIESSE® detection on radiographic imaging. Please review patient brochure for a complete list of side effects and contraindications to treatment.